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Lens: Hugo Ljungberg SLINGSHOT RANGER The Ranger is a 4 line foil designed for the intermediate to advanced snowkiter who values characteristics such as de-power ability, performance, durability and convenience. It is ideal for snowkiters who desire, predictability, smooth power, quick turning and stability. The control bar includes the Lock-N-Load chicken loop, rear line brake/ relaunch webbing, additional safety release on the Quick Release Surefire Bungee, colored Firewire kite lines, easy handling leader lines and mega traction bar grip. Sizes: 9, 12m MSRP: starting from $799.99 complete www.sskiteboarding.com SLINGSHOT B-SERIES The B-series is the perfect recreational foil kite for snow and land applications. With the addition of the Ready Relaunch system, this compact, lightweight foil kite is safer and easier to fly than ever before. Ready Relaunch offers instant depower and an advanced relaunch system for the traction kiter. Sizes: 4, 6m MSRP: starting from $400 complete www.sskiteboarding.com MYSTIC NEOPRENE SHORT JACKET Standing on the beach in your damp wetsuit waiting for wind can be both cold and frustrating. The Mystic Neoprene Short Jacket was developed for Mystic Team Riders to add an additional 2mm of neoprene over their wetsuits while they wait between heats on their way to the finals. Both instructors and riders will benefit from this warmth when the wind arrives for their next session. Sizes: S to XL MSRP: $139.95 www.mystickiteboarding.com ION STRIKE 4/3 The Ion Strike is a high quality and extremely durable semi-dry wetsuit with a progressive look and style! For the outside materials a lot of double lined jersey is used, for better flex and abrasion resistance. Inside materials include CyberStretch to guarantee perfect flex in the upper body, and HotStuff for excellent comfort and heat retention. TatexProtectors in the knee and Crash_Padz placed in the rip and shinbones area protect the rider and the material. Sizes: European sizes from 46 – 106 MSRP: $259.95 www.ion-essentials.com ZEAL DOMINATOR SPX GOGGLE Zeal’s newest creation the Dominator is a fully helmet compatible goggle with self adjusting straps. Triple stage foam and Zeal’s exclusive ZB-13 Flash Mirror lens color for versatility in varying conditions. Comes with a protective case, and lens cleaning bag. Colors: Black Matte, Desert Sand, Shimmering Silver, Matte gray MSRP: $99.99 www.zealoptics.com DAKINE TITAN GLOVES The ultimate in comfort and warmth, the Titan’s feature a Gore Tex insert, Thermoloft insulation, Toughtek palm for grip, 4x4 stretch fleece liner, an external waterproof zippered stash pocket, a Chamois goggle wipe, ConSEALed cuff closure, and nose and goggle wipe thumb panels. Sizes: S to XL DAKINE INSULATOR VEST Great as a layer or by itself, the insulator vest is made or .5mm Finemesh skin neoprene for windchill insulation and features 11 oz. Polypropylene side panels and flat-lock seams. Sizes: XS – XL MSRP: $36.00 www.Dakine.com BILLABONG SOLTUION PLANTINUM ZIPPERLESS Billabong’s top shelf suit designed with Andy Irons features a zip free entry and the company’s new Airlite Japanese internal hollow fiber jersey for a lighter, warmer and more flexible fit. Silcone grippers around the wrists and ankles are designed to eliminate water movement and water entry. Sizes: XS - XXL MSRP: $399 www.billabongwetsuits.com ULTRANECTAR 3-PLY HOODED SNOWKITE JACKET This piece is 3-ply construction (single layer) 20,000mm waterproof breathable jacket with taped seams. There are stretch panels under the arms, waterproof zippers, opening for harness hook, and detachable hood. Excellent warmth to weight ratio and it’s great looking! It comes in both men’s and women’s styles. Sizes: Men’s S - XXL, Women’s XS - L Colors: Silver MSRP: $340 www.ultranectar.com MSRP: $65 www.dakine.com 70 71
MYSTIC LIGHTNING DRYSUIT Finally, a Drysuit that doesn’t look from outer space! The Lightning Drysuit is the jewel in the Mystic winter line. And offers Oxford breathable nylon coated PVC, stitched and taped waterproof seams, Latex seals, an internal key pocket, internal suspenders, abrasion resistant reinforced knees and seat, nylon covered leg seals and adjustable leg seal cover. Sizes: S to XXL Colors: Silver and Black MSRP: $549.95 www.mystickiteboarding.com NEILPRYDE 5000 SERIES 5/3 This semi-dry suit features Neilpryde’s high-stretch H-Foam neoprene and new S5 material in the underarm panels for improved movement and comfort. FLX zones and muscle expansion areas in the forearm give you room to move while you’re on the water and body core temperatures are maintained with ‘Heatlock’ insulation and Mesh neoprene that sheds water, fast reducing wind-chill. The updated E3 Entry system utilizes a pullover bib that creates a watertight seal to keep cold water out an easy to use neck closure allows for a customized fit. Sizes: S to XXLT Colors: Black, Black/Silver MSRP: $365.00 www.neilprydewaterwear.com WINDWING RAMPAGE II Because of a re-designed canopy and an efficient, no-pulleys bridling system, the Rampage II stays easily aloft and skyward and has the convenience of an optional single-inflation system. Stylish, functional, safe and user-friendly, it is a simple, high performance, yet smooth and responsive kite offering radical upwindability and range. Size: 7, 9, 12m MSRP: Starting at $900 www.windwing.com 72 RIP CURL E-BOMB 4/3 The 07 E-Bomb wetsuit is 100% made from Rip Curl’s new Elastomax material, giving the suit incredible flexibility. E2 uses the latest in superstretch jersey to give the ultimate stretch and allow the water to bead off your suit. The E2 sponge contains more air pockets per square centimeter making it lighter, warmer and more flexible than the average surf suit. Sizes: S-XL MSRP: $289 Chest or Back Zip www.ripcurl.com PROMOTION 5/3 STORM ADV Windsport wetsuits have a higher percentage of rubber on the exterior than surf wetsuits. More exterior rubber helps a wetsuit wick water quicker to combat evaporative cooling. Promotion’s new ADV WindSkin material combines a durable rubberized skin with super stretch rubber. Other features include lifetime seam warranty, hide-a-key pocket, an adjustable collar, and Velcro leg closures for easy entry and exit. Sizes: Available in 12 guy specific and 12 gal specific sizes. Colors: guys blue/black or red/black; gal’s rose/black MSRP - $299.00 www.wetsuit.com LITEWAVE TSUNAMI An evolution from snowboard construction makes Litewave’s new Tsunami boards very durable, light and responsive. Features include step-cap construction for a light board that has tremendous flexresponse and a very clean rail finish; full tunnel concave for insane grip, tons-o-pop, a smoother ride, and predictable carving; a PVC core for great flex-response; and a Durasurf base, a material used in snowboards to keep your board looking new for years. Progressively thinner tips allow for softer landings, really digging a carve or increasing board rocker in high winds for more control. Sizes: 130x39, 133x41, 137x44 MSRP: $629 including everything www.litewavedesigns.com ARUBA BAJA MAUI LOS ROQUES CABARETE COCHE JERICOACOARA COOL PLACES FRIENDLY FACES PRO INSTRUCTION GREAT GEAR LEARN IN PARADISE CALL NOW! 1-800-223-5443 www.dare2fly.com email: info@velawindsurf.com Powered by Cabrinha's new Crossbow and Switchblade www.velawindsurf.com
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