Slingshot Z Kitesurfing Kite
IN A NUTSHELL...
The fresh, versatile “Spherical-C” design of the Z kite gives consistent pull with controlled power and unmatched versatility.
Design details
Sizes: 6m, 9m, 11m, 13m,
Kite with confidence. All conditions, all the time.
RIDER PROFILE BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED RIDERS: Newly introduced kite boarders looking for plug and play convenience while aspiring for stable sessions in the largest variety of conditions.
PACKAGE Z Kite, Z Bar, Lines and Backpack
Stable and predictable in virtually all conditions. Originally designed for new kiters, The Z has quickly gained a reputation for huge boosts with good control and effortless relaunch.
The Z kite is loaded with the latest innovative features. However, it’s most important feature is the “plug and play” usability you will experience everyday. This includes features like our industry first pully-less bridle that delivers a direct feel, enhanced responsiveness, and unmatched upwind performance. Additional unique features like our Spherical-C Profile and Axis Wing Tip allow the kite to easily roll up off the water into relaunch. Like our other kites, the Z has been optimized for maximum range to suit all kinds of riding conditions
Slingshot Z Bar
FREERIDE
Sizes: 17” x 20m / 20” x 23m
Kite with confidence. The Z-Control Bar is designed to work exclusively with the Z kite. The Z-Control Bar offers ‘plug and play’ simplicity with a clean uncluttered control system that is easy use day in and day out. Highlight features such as the Simple Safety System, Auto Indexing Chicken Loop, and industry standard Push Away Center Safety Release make the Z-Control Bar the number one choice of riders newly introduced to kiteboarding.
RIDER PROFILE:
ALL LEVELS / ALL ABILITIES: Ideal for riders focused on the highest safety standards with ‘plug and play’ convenience
FEATURES:
PUSH AWAY QUICK RELEASE SYSTEM Industry Standard release system.
TRIM GROMMET Allows for smoother trimming and prevents jamming.
SIMPLE SAFETY SYSTEM Clean and simple safety, quick and easy safety reboot, deflags and depowers the kite from one center line. 500 lb. lines.
BELOW THE BAR TRIM Below the bar safety.
AUTO INDEXING CHICKEN LOOP Super stream lined, minimalist and dynamically rigid when unhooked for easy reengagement.
4 –LINE CONFIGURATION Fewer lines to negotiate
PERFORMANCE MOTO GRIP Comfort with precision control
DUAL OH-SHIT HANDLES Redundant safety system allows steering line flaging.
MICRO CLAM CLEAT Smooth and effortless trim adjustment
SURE GRIP LEADER LINES Easy on the hands and aids in relaunch.
SLINGSHOT LEGENDARY CONSTRUCTION Premium materials, innovative design and constant testing to ensure long lasting durability and performance. Measuring up to unsurpassed quality.
Tech specs
SPHERICAL-C PROFILE Increases all around usage in the critical areas of kite performance. Stability, Upwind Ability, De-power, Consistent Pull, Responsiveness, Boost, and Relaunch.
3 STRUT DESIGN Lightweight, and balanced design.
PULLEY-LESS BRIDLE CONFIGURATION Innovative design that delivers intuitive feel and response. Tangle free, with no pulley maintenance required. Simple and direct.
AXIS WING TIP DESIGN Factory tuned to be ‘plug and play’. The design allows the wing tip to automatically adapt to a variety of wind conditions without manual adjustment of pigtails at the kite.
ADDITIONAL ATTACHMENT POINT Fine tuned to optimize power, feel and turning characteristics. Designed to work directly with our Z Control Bar.
DEEP SCALLOPED TRAILING EDGE Reduces flutter and aids canopy stability and maximizes efficiency while still allowing the panels to open and flex. As well as minimizing wear.
DIMENSION-POLYANT DACRON LEADING EDGE AND STRUT MATERIAL DP 175 is the undisputed leader in Dacron quality. Proven by our top pro’s in the most demanding conditions year after year.
TRI-TECH PROTECTION Ballistic Kevlar, Mark Cloth, and Neoprene. Individual scuff guards, strategically placed in the most vulnerable areas of the kite to optimize durability.
LEGENDARY SLINGSHOT CONSTRUCTION Long lasting durability and performance by using only the latest new high tech materials in our LE, canopy,bladders and finish trim materials.
SLINGSHOT ONE PUMP The trusted, original Slingshot patented single point inflation system to get you out faster and easier.