An all-new kite for 2004. The Strike is a moderate aspect ratio kite, designed for intermediate kiteboarders and beyond. Its sophisticated aerofoil section is finely tuned to combine optimum all-round performance with safe and predictable handling. An easy, enjoyable and fun kite designed to pop airs with confidence, time and time again.

• Rigid Strut System
  Creates a rigid frame that enables a positive and direct feel at all times
• Segmented Construction
  Ensures   precise aerofoil shape   and performance
• Reinforcement Junctions
  Strut/sail   attachments are taped to ensure protection   and reduce wear and tear
• Tip Dump Valve
  Means   quicker pack down by rolling kite from   tip to tip
• Wingtip  Battens
  Allows   more responsive turns without a loss in   power
• Safety Rescue Handles
  Handles   along base of wingtip allow the use of   self-rescue techniques
• Dacron  Leading Edge Tube
  Helps   keep a strong frame that aids re-launchability
• EVA Bumpers
  Rugged   protection helps prevent   sail and LE damage
• Double-Layered  Trailing Edge
  Scalloped   TE provides clean airflow and improves   stability and strength
• 4-3-1 Panel Layout
  Ensures   best use of materials in high stress areas
• Foolproof Line Attachments
  Colour-coded   lines and toggles for simplicity
• 2-line Conversion
  Simple   bridle means easy 4/2 line conversion;   great for teaching and first-time flyers

The Strike 2 itself has made a new leap forwards for 2005. Like the Strike 1 it’s a medium aspect ratio, universal kite aimed at all levels of kiteboarder. A new feature is that it can be used with a 4 line set up with the option to upgrade to the new Flexifoil 5th line control system.

Fifth Line System
The 5th line introduces a new safety and relaunch system and creates a much wider wind window. It enables direct control of the angle of attack of the centre of the kite. This allows the kite to be setup so the kite will sit further forward in the window, extending the top end of the wind range. Flexifoil bars are an additional £149.00. Prices below are kite only.

Riders who like a ‘powerful feel’ or are trying to maximise kite power should not use the 5th line system. Riders who want a more vertical jump, with larger wind range and lighter bar pressure should use the 5th line system.

Performance Improvements
• Improved Hang Time.
• Thinner front tubes mean faster, lighter turning on larger sizes.
• Fatter front tubes produce a slower, more progressive turn on smaller sizes.
• More direct response from lighter bar pressure.
• All sizes have improved wind range.
• All sizes have improved stability.
• Larger variation between tip profile (turning area) and centre profiles (power zone)
maximises kite performance
• All sizes of Strike 2 have the option to be upgraded to the Flexifoil 5th line system.

Constructional Improvements
• Reinforced ‘Bombproof’ trailing edge reduces distortion and flapping which increases
long term durability.
• Kevlar reinforced batten pockets repositioned inside wing to reduce wear.
• Collapsible battens on larger sizes for easy storage and travelling
• Amsteel toggles can be concealed in batten pockets to reduce the chances of
‘snagging’ lines.
• Rigid Struts for optimum profile shape.
• Dacron reinforcements between sail and LE tube to reduce wear.
• Pump leash for easy pumping.
• Tip dump valve for fast solo packdown.
• One way strut valves with combined deflators enables high pressures required for a
stiff structure. This means reduced strut diameters which lead to improved turning
speed and direct handling.
• Hard wearing EVA patches.
• Foolproof Amsteel line attachments.