jacobsen YES
DATE TESTED: 2025
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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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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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 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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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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Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced freerider, the latest Passion promises to deliver an easy kiting experience.
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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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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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This brand-new model from Nobile marks their venture into a new premium range focused on quality and top-tier design.
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This version of the versatile Evo uses undyed materials, bio-based bladders and recycled plastic components for improved sustainability.
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Pat Goodman has returned to the drawing board to create an impressive blend of familiar Switchblade predictability with a lighter, playful flare.
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With a reputation as the do-it-all ‘desert island kite’, a number of design changes have produced a significant improvement in speed and response.
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A tuned-up high-performance race car. Intuitive handling and versatility across disciplines make the Evo a great choice for a broad spectrum of kiters.
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A multi-discipline kite with a unique design – a hybrid single-skin configuration with closed cells up front and a single surface at the back.
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Now with a new shape and new materials, the Moto's new more reactive nature will please the freeriding multi-discipline rider.
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With a top-end, rock-solid build, the Sculp is easy to use and will boost your confidence and aid progression.
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Now lighter handling and easy-to-tune, with a huge degree of versatility for freeriding and waveriding.
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The RS will deliver a lot of fun to the majority of riders. An excellent all-in-one kite.
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An easy-going and playful kite that delivers both in the top and low wind range.
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A predictable and lofty platform for boosting and hooked riding, now even more responsive and precise than ever in the turns.
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A confidence inspiring sheet-and-go marvel, with sportive handling and a playful nature, that can be used across twintip, wave and foil disciplines.
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This is lean, mean and commands respect, requiring a switched on and high-level rider who isn’t afraid to chuck a kite (as well as themself)...
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We were very impressed with the RS, a light kite with a quality feel, clear pluses and no compromises in performance.
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An all-round, closed-cell foil kite that's easy to fly and comparable to an inflatable kite – a very impressive showcase of this segment of the...
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Replace your LEI quiver with a couple of Koalas and enjoy wider wind range, smaller pack size, no pump and equitable performance.
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This predominant paragliding brand step into the world of kite design and bring some fresh ideas to kite engineering.
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The solid performing Roam wave kite is now even better thanks to a new ALUULA airframe material.
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A formidable performance freeride kite with improved Big Air credentials.
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This Big Air winner continues to be a performance crossover masterpiece in the Season 25 model.
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As ever, CORE's thorough attention to detail has pushed the Nexus forward...
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Our test team find the Supermodel an outstanding start from the new brand...
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Our test team discover an insanely well-built and luxurious kite in the new Vision
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An inspiring and solid kite from North with the high performance and high boosting Orbit.
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Our test team try out F-ONE's new 'surf edition' Bandit S...
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With the new Rebel, our test team enjoyed one of the smoothest kite flying experiences on the market.
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Our test team find the 2020 Switchblade to be more reactive, more comfortable...
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