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2010-02-25 13:25:41 | 994 views | 0 Comments

Slingshot Kites

2010 Slingshot Octane Kiteboarding Kite

Style: Hybrid-C
Sizes: 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15 meters
Price (Complete): $1,549-$1,949
Contact: slingshotsports.com

Engineered for massive boost, exceptional range, light bar pressure, quick turning and surf performance, Slingshot’s Octane kiteboarding kite features a progressive, hybrid-C-shape canopy that delivers a solid feel through all areas of the wind window. Offering maximum versatility and range for surf and flat-water riding, the Octane provides great low end, stability in high winds and effortless relaunch. This five-strut kite has a unique, ultra-compact stabilizing bridle, which maximizes the integrity of the canopy shape. Great float, depower below the bar and a C-like feel and performance are also standout features of the Octane. Whether you’re looking for hooked-in or unhooked performance, this hybrid-C kite is quite versatile and features Slingshot’s patented single-point inflation system.