Harlem Ascent
DATE TESTED: 2025
Meticulously designed, with incredible grip and forgiving landings, the Ascent will make you smile both in Big Air and freeriding.
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Meticulously designed, with incredible grip and forgiving landings, the Ascent will make you smile both in Big Air and freeriding.
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Now with a more pronounced delta shape and updated materials, this best-seller feels sharper, more responsive and more exciting.
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As a lightwind freeride kite, this brand-new, high-end machine is as good as it gets. Its agility and easy-to-access power set it apart.
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This carbon board feels so smooth and comfortable, cuts straight through chop, and has excellent pop and buttery landings.
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This is JN’s freestyle weapon of choice. If you’re a freestyle-leaning rider who’d like a kite that handles like a Lotus, look no further.
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With its massive wind range, explosive lift, floaty hangtime and tight, snappy kiteloops, the Peak will send you to the moon.
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Mystic have released an eco, neoprene-free suit that remains comfortable, full-featured and high-end as you’d expect from them.
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It is no surprise the RS continues to be Eleveight’s best-selling kite. It is a true all-rounder that performs across the board.
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The Reach is as an exceptional all-around performer that grows with riders at every level and is a perfect one-quiver solution.
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This does it all and will grow with you – easy to learn on, yet capable enough to stay in your quiver for years to...
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The NXT is all about Big Air and pushing your limits, while the V2 delivers super impressive performance for freeriders.
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The Panta will appeal to riders looking for fun without complexity, and is a great all-round offering from a relatively new brand.
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The third generation of Cabrinha’s high-performance Big Air kite is a top-tier boosting machine and freeride option.
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The combination of massive lift, extended hangtime, instant confidence and ease of use make this a standout performer.
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The handling and efficiency improvements this year give the Carve a wider bandwidth of use between offshore and onshore conditions.
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A blend of comfort, performance and playfulness make this versatile freeride board a standout for a range of riders and conditions.
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This is a testament to what a boutique brand can produce with a strong designer and experienced test team.
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A great choice for those eager to elevate their Big Air game to the next level, that will also serve you well for foiling/waveriding.
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Utilizing top construction methods and materials, North have engineered a silky smooth ride that boosts with supercar-like performance.
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The Religion's drift and maneuverability boost confidence on the wave, making every session feel connected and controlled.
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The Seek Amp is high up in the top echelons of the ION range, aiming for maximum stretch and warmth.
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All three iterations of the legendary Orbit have the same competition-winning DNA and will perform at the extremes of nature.
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One of the most well rounded kites we’ve used, with immaculate handling and a huge range of use across rider levels and disciplines.
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Prolimit have produced a benchmark eco suit using FSC-certified natural rubber, without any obvious compromise.
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Now with updated seam and bridle construction, riders of all levels will find something to love about the latest do-it-all Pivot.
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Lighter than the previous model, the Lithium feels nimble and responsive across all disciplines, with a broad wind range.
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With the Big Air renaissance well upon us, it’s great to see a board that’s built with lightweight and smaller folks in mind.
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Keep yourself protected with these well-designed items – a functional, flexible vest and super light, comfortable helmet.
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Building off of the nimble Moto X platform, in sizes ranging from 13 to 17m, this is a dedicated lightwind session saver.
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Comfortable and easy to ride, this is perfect for those who travel often and need a high-quality, performance freeride board.
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Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced freerider, the latest Passion promises to deliver an easy kiting experience.
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A great option for those looking for a high-performance freeride kite with aspirations of progressing in their Big Air game.
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One of the cleanest, most effective swiveling bar systems on the market and a benchmark in how far bar design has come.
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This brand-new kite featuring Aluula has been designed with Big Air performance at its core and truly excels at kiteloops.
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Smooth, versatile and applicable to all situations, the Nexus 4’s speed, precision and easy handling make it a freerider’s dream.
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The Stellar is an excellent choice for kiters who enjoy freeriding but also want to dabble in Big Air when the conditions are right.
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The brand-new one-strut INDIE is a versatile, user-friendly kite a with lightweight design and responsive performance.
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Instantaneous steering and a light bar feel top off a playful package that is a blast whatever discipline and level of performance is desired.
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