Naish Ride 2016 Kite
IN A NUTSHELL...
The Ride is a great kite for everyday kiteboarders looking for ease and simplicity.
Design details
All-Around Freeride
The incredibly lightweight, two-strut design provides superior low-end performance due to its fuller center section, creating a drifting effect while maintaining smooth power delivery throughout turning. It also has a slightly flatter arc compared to other kites, which gives it more punch when sheeting-in and provides easy jumping along with that nice “sheet-in-and-go” feel.
The reduced surface area of the wing tip allows the kite to rotate with minimal drag on the water—resulting in a very easy water relaunch.
In addition, fewer struts allow the Ride to inflate faster and pack smaller, so it can travel practically anywhere and be the first kite to get out on the water.
New for this year are re-oriented struts and seams—allowing for better airflow throughout the kite and improved efficiency.
Sizes: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14
- NEW High-flow valve
- NEW Canopy stabilizer
- Lightweight, two-strut design
- “Sheet-in-and-go” feel & easy jumping
- Superior low-end performance
- Incredible wing stability while resting on the water
- Effortless water relaunch
Tech specs
Ride Bag
- Open top drawstring design = quick packing
- Mesh drainage patch at bottom
- External loops + adjustable straps = hold pump + extra gear
NEW Canopy Stabilizer
Trailing edge reinforcement for reduced flutter and canopy sheer/wear
NEW High Flow Valve
One way valve for reduced frictional force + easy inflation + immediate deflation
Increased Leading Edge Curvature in Wing Tip Area
Effortless water relaunch + less drag
Two-strut Design
Lightweight + amazing low-end power
Mini-battens
Profile stability at low angle of attack
Center of Effort/Tow Point Alignment
Stability at different angles of attack for consistent forward drive and lift
Super Lightweight, Anodized Alloy Pulley
Reduces weight + increases durability