North Vegas (2008)

The 2008 Vegas has near bow-like depower and incredible turning speed. North describes there bar as having direct bar feel, which is very true. This enables the rider to know where the kite is simply by feel! The kite not only looks insane, but can perform any trick or jump an intermediate or pro rider wants to do. The 5th line system is better than ever, ensuring a super fast water relaunch to get you back up in seconds.

North Kiteboarding is proud to introduce the new North VEGAS 08 - this is North's New School moves, competition kite.As progressive freestyle kiteboarding evolves, the Vegas adapts and conquers! The '08 Vegas is a high de-power C-design tuned for direct bar-feel and constant power to give you confidence when loading up, unhooking and throwing powered tricks and jumps. Smooth, reactive steering gives the kite a very lively and crisp feel and also makes the Vegas perfect for kite-loops. 5th Element safety lets you go for glory with peace of mind while the Vegas' quick, easy re-launch gets you back up and riding hassle-free after a wipe-out.

In 2008 the Vegas easily lives up to it's reputation as the definitive freestyle kite, robust construction and unmistakable style.

Combining all the benefits of total de-power with the safety, performance and re-launch benefits of five lines, the Vegas 08 is breaking all the rules!

Progressive looks, simplicity and performance come together in the all new 2008 North VEGAS. The VEGAS emerges as a dedicated 5th line freestyle kite with precise turning and steady handling for powered new school moves.

Direct bar feedback allows you to feel exactly where the kite is for maximum control when un-hooking and jumping.

Together with a 2 pump simplicity and inflatable wing tips, the VEGAS 08 gets you on the water fast and packing up easy.

Using a redefined leading edge arc, canopy profile and swept wing tips, the VEGAS challenges what was previously thought possible with a five-line kite, changing angle of attack instantly to deliver a huge power/de-power range.

Simply rigged on North's 5th Element, the VEGAS 08 has the direct bar feel and instant turning response of a c-shape kite, without the hassle of bridles or pulleys normally associated with a flat kite.

The VEGAS 08 makes setting up for a jump almost effortless by allowing you to depower as you position the kite above your head, then sheet in for power and lift.

If you’re looking for competion performance and safety with the simplicity of five lines, then look no further . . . The VEGAS 08 will give you all the tools you need!

New Cam Battens

The new CamBattens give the kite two key advantages: Lower drag at normal angles of attack and better profile stability at low angles of attack! At normal angles of attack, the CamBattens keep the shape smooth and stable along the front part of the canopy. Aerodynamic theory tells us that this is the most important part of the profile for generating power with low drag. As you let the bar out to de-power, the wind tries to collapse the front part of the canopy and push the kite back. CamBattens resist this by keeping a full, stable shape near the leading edge, allowing the kite to fly at lower angles of attack for more depower. Combine the CamBattens with Trim Tips, the new tip geometry lets the kite tilt even farther, and de-power to the maximum.

All of this gives the VEGAS 08 a very direct feel on the bar, better low end performance due to reduced drag, and a much wider wind range. On the water you will notice that the wind just seems a lot smoother, with less holes and gusts.

This simple yet high performing kite can be used with any 5th line control bar providing the depower line is more than 45cm long.