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All-New Spectre Harness by ION

Introducing ION’s new harness: The Spectre.

The all-new Spectre sets a new benchmark in carbon harness performance — built to push boundaries and deliver your edge on the water. Its fully carbon hard shell provides unmatched back support and lightning-fast response, while the Carbon Fusion Plate achieves maximum stiffness with minimal weight. Inside, the Hydro_Cush liner — a non-water-absorbent EVA foam — keeps you dry and comfortable, while the Ergo_Pad adapts to your body for all-day support.

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ERGONOMIC

The Ergo_Pad is the centerpiece of the Spectre’s ergonomic design — developed in collaboration with medical experts to protect the most sensitive part of your body: the lower spine. Pressure from the kite is guided through an integrated channel that shields your vertebrae, while raised trigger points on each side redirect forces onto the surrounding muscles. This intelligent pressure distribution prevents overload, reduces the risk of injury, and supports longer, safer sessions. Combined with the ultra-stiff carbon shell, which resists deformation even under extreme force, the Spectre provides a fit that remains perfectly stable and supportive at all times.

PERFORMANCE

The Spectre combines a fully carbon hard shell with the new Spectre Bar 2.0 spreader bar for unmatched control. The carbon shell eliminates flex, while the ultra-light, ultra-stiff spreader bar distributes forces symmetrically across your core. Inside, non-slip EVA padding keeps the harness locked in place — ensuring stability and feedback, even during rotations in the air.
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THE SPECTRE HARNESS IS DEVELOPED IN CLOSE COLLABORATION WITH ION ATHLETES

​Andrea Principi has been testing various prototypes throughout 2024. Once we found the final design, everything fell into place. See for yourself: ION

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