The longest running and most successful kite in the industry is back for it’s 17th year, and what a year it is.
The kite that spawned not only a style of riding but also a whole generation of kiters has evolved into the highest performing Switchblade to date.
Taking the known Switchblade DNA, the creatives in the Design Works team have evolved this 5 strut design through use of new technologies, construction techniques and internal adjustments, to give a more playful, lighter feeling kite, while still remaining predictable and stable.
This Lite Series kite utilizes the HTD Lite materials which make this the lightest Switchblade to date. Combined with the Integrated Structural Canopy (ISC) we have been able to greatly reduce the weight of the kite while increasing longevity and improving steering speed.
Design Profile
3-strut, moderate aspect ratio hybrid design. Surf/drift wing tip design.
Features
HTD Lite: Lightweight ultra rigid Dacron
Low elongation bridle for improved reactive feel
Sprint 3.0
Ultralite bladders for an overall lighter weight kite
Trailing edge EVA rigidity battens
Nano Ripstop Canopy, the benchmark in durability, stability and responsiveness
