Eleveight Stellar V3
DATE TESTED: 2026
This has a nimble, agile character balanced by impressive grip, and really shines during jumps thanks to its vertical lift and smooth landings.
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This has a nimble, agile character balanced by impressive grip, and really shines during jumps thanks to its vertical lift and smooth landings.
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This kite is a very versatile option that works for a wide range of riders and is an awesome tool to build confidence and push...
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ION’s premium hardshell harness is crammed with high-end features and is supportive, lightweight, locked-in, and convenient-to-install.
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This kite’s double-surface design cleverly reduces turbulence and smooths airflow from the leading edge to maximize efficiency in lighter winds.
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This offers massive performance. For those seeking a dedicated Big Air weapon, this kite should be at the very top of your “must-test” list.
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The Sun Pro for sun-drenched days feels like a second skin, and when the wind picks up the Storm Pro acts as a true shield...
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This brand-new kite is simply superb for Big Air. Think explosive lift and exceptional hangtime, and fun, accessible looping.
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The way this kite combines controllable power, massive jumps, and smooth handling in all conditions is what makes it truly special.
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The 2026 Reach delivers meaningful improvements in performance and materials. If you liked the previous model, you’ll love this one.
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This is a truly capable wave kite but it also performs exceptionally well for strapless freestyle and foiling – a multi-discipline weapon.
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This user-friendly, easy-to-handle kite will let you truly focus on the wave, making the ride feel effortless and natural.
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This ticks every freeride box: great low and high end, comfortable handling, and easy jumping with solid hangtime.
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Versatility, smooth flex, predictability and purposeful engineering make this suitable for any rider who loves speed and control.
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These are comfortable, flexible wetsuits, an ultra-successful update for ION, and a step in the right direction environmentally as a bonus.
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For the more ambitious free rider, this will impress with masses of lift on sheet, direct handling and assertive, yet throttleable power delivery.
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The XS V6 proves that a smart, well-thought-out design using traditional materials can keep pace with the latest high-tech innovations.
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Jacobsen and co have hit the nail on the freeride head here. The YES is probably what most grownups should be riding.
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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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