TRAX: Freestyle

• Double concave V-shape allows for early planing and excellent wind/speed ratio
• Ideal curve of rocker provides versatility and high performance in a variety of conditions.
• Variable ore thicknesses throughout the length provides more flex to the tips
• 3D CNC machined cross in wood core layered with carbon provides ideal ratio of weight, stiffness and flex.
• Available in 42cm wide model

TRAX LW : Light Wind

• Double concave with lateral steps facilitates edging, acceleration and smooth landing
• Twist Carbon control optimizes flex and overall torsion of the board
• Idea for light wind conditions, yet playful & easy to control in medium wind conditions

TX6: Freeride

• Single concave bottom combined with side channels provides early planing and directional stability – even in choppy waters
• Lateral V makes edging easier and more comfortable in chop
• Combines comfort, performance and accessibility

The ACID: New School

• New for 2013 a new type of wood core to better absorb shocks & enhance impact zones yet maintain optimum weight
• Combination of twist control and double concave V bottom gives flex. pop, control & strength. The V has been reduced for better speed control.
• New for 2013: 134×42cm model  and still available 127×37 cm model

NEXT: Freeride

• Available sizes 135×39cm / 138×40cm / 140×42cm
• Comfortable when edging
• Early planing and good average speed
• Larger sizes are good for light wind

ROOKIE: Kids

Kids aren’t just miniature adults.  They need a board designed for their body structure. The scoop and outline have been optimized for kids’ physical strength. The ease with which this board rides up wind builds confidence.

I rode a 10m Fone Bandit v 90% of the time, and a 17m Blade Fat Lady the other 10%.

Rented a house right on Long Bay which was great because no crowds like the busy hotel area and could literally just drink coffee on the deck and look out and kite when i saw white caps.

F-ONE VOLT 2  Freeride kite will be landing in our warehouse at the end of this month.

• Directly inspired from BANDIT V technology: 3 smaller struts, one pump, 2 back line positions, new strut construction, reinforcements…
• Lighter, with higher performances than the previous edition, the VOLT 2 still remains slower than the B5, with more bar pressure, more delta than the B5 for easier relaunch, extended range and an impressive hang time
• Upgraded with fresh graphics, the VOLT 2 is F-One all around kite for all levels.
• VOLT 2 will benefit from F-One international media coverage.
• VOLT 2 bar, cheaper than the Airlite bar, is compatible with the Bandit, and vice versa.
• VOLT 2 will come in two different packs with two new boards this year (Performance package with Unik 136 and Progressive package with Next 140)

Check out the color combinations:

And the Control Bar:

And the kite bag:

See, she’s the girlfriend to heartthrob Zac Efron in a new untitled movie, which is directed by Ramin Bahrani and co-stars Heather Graham and Dennis Quaid.

Monroe is also a professional kiteboarder.

“It’s really cool to be able to do both,” said the 18-year-old Monroe, who grew up in California. She has been kiteboarding for seven years and acting almost as long. “I get a chance to be in this film with these amazing actors, the coolest people ever, and I try to kiteboard as much in my free time as I can.”

Kiteboarding (or kitesurfing) is an action sport where you harness the power of the wind to propel a rider across the water on a small surfboard/kiteboard, which is similar to a wakeboard.

”I was watching my dad do it a bunch of times and I thought it was the coolest thing ever, so I convinced him to let me do it,” Monroe said. “I was hooked. I fell in love with the sport.”

Right now, Monroe is No. 32 in the world in freestyle kiteboarding and recently finished ninth in a competion in New Caledonia a few weeks ago. That was after crashing into some rocks in practice and requiring a few stitches.

”The scar is right behind my hairline, so I was very lucky,” she said. “My acting agent wasn’t too happy about that crash!”

Monroe returned to the states to finish filming the movie, which is about a farmer (Quaid) whose insistence on expansion begins to drive a wedge between he and his family.

When that movie hits, Monroe knows that she might be spending more time acting and less time kiteboarding. But she plans to try to do both.

“I can see myself competing and then Skyping with my acting coach and then traveling to film my scenes,” Monroe said. “I want to do more competitions and more auditions. I’m really excited, hoping this movie helps me land other roles.”

Thanks to cosmickites.com, an F-One certified dealer, for developing young
talent too be the next generation of riders that will break kiteboarding
into a more mainstream sport.

http://videos.f-onekites.com/Videos/_Antandroy

F-One’s goal was not to offer just a versatile kite but the best kite for each discipline and every style of rider whether you are just a beginner or pro athlete - the F-One Bandit 5 (V) is for you!F-One set their goals for the F-One Bandit 5 (V):

Range:

To further increase the Bandit 5’s range, F-One needed both a kite that you could easily power up in the low end anda kite that was even more forgiving in strong and gusty conditions.
Lightness:
In order to improve its performance when under powered, and add to the ease of use at the bottom end its lightness was a priority.

Handling:

To immediately position the kite where you want it, to precisely manage its rotation during a kiteloop, and to have the most responsive kite in larger sizes, its maneuverability is crucial. This is why we have focused our attention on this particular aspect.

If you like to jump and hang in the air for eternity the 2011 Starkites EXA is  THE kite for you.  I kited yesterday in 13-15mph side on shore winds with the 11m and had tons of power to work with.  The kite has a solid pull like larger 15-17m kites offer in lighter winds.  The jumps were just amazing, and hang time was superior to many other kites I have flown.  The kite loops very quickly so its great for people that want to learn kite loops and not worry about too much power through the range.  Self launch and landing is simple and safe.  The power/depower strap is very easy to use and extremely smooth and effective.  The one-pump system is perfect.  If you want to demo this kite let me know, I will arrange a time for you to try it out.

We are currently selling a great package deal for the EXA Kite, Bar/Lines, Pump, Board.  This is a complete kitesurfing package and a great deal.  Click here to check it out and please call or email with any questions.

“Robinson Hilario (F-ONE, DOM) was also riding extremely well executing a variety of difficult tricks against his opponents such as a Front Mobe 5, 315, and an Indy Grab double 313 pass defeating Tjin Van Esch (Advance, NED) in the first round as well as Alex Pastor (Airush, ESP) in the second round who executed four switch tricks which would not be enough to surpass Hilario’s cleaner executions and variety of technical tricks. Hilario went on to eliminate Marc Jacobs (Switch, NZL) in the third round where the competition came to a halt due to the fierce rain and thunderstorm weather conditions, which moved into the area rather quickly.”

Freestyle Single Elimination Results:
MEN
1. Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED)
2. Luis Alberto Cruz (Star Kites, DOM)
3. Alberto Rondina (Cabrinha, ITA)
4. Robinson Hilario (F-ONE, Cosmicites, DOM)

Freestyle Double Elimination Results:
MEN
1. Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED)
2. Alex Pastor (Airush, ESP)
3. Luis Alberto Cruz (StarKites, DOM)
4. Alberto Rondina (Cabrinha, ITA)
5. Robinson Hilario (F-ONE,Cosmickites, DOM)

Robinson Hilario (F-ONE, DOM) hailing from Dominican Republic had an awesome heat against Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED) today but in the final seconds before the end of the heat he required assistance due to what it seemed like as a serious leg injury. Hilario was transported to the hospital and treated for his minor injury and is now doing well.

In the men’s freestyle single elimination division it was a successful day for Dominican rider Alex Soto (F-ONE, D.R.). Soto eliminated Austrian rider Stefan Spiessberger (North, AUT) as well as Sebastien Garat (RRD, FRA) in the first set of heats but was later eliminated by Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED)

Lets see how they do in the next events!!

VOLT:

New reinforcements on the leading edge. Allows the leading edge’s seams to not damage the spi fabric when the kite rubs on a hard surface. In navigation, the VOLT gives you confidence because it provides an early and progressive traction during the first meters with a constant power that you can kill at any time. Controlling your speed and keeping your trajectory is excellent. The VOLT fits all wind conditions and has an exceptional range. Thanks to its three struts, the kite is light. The bar control is precise in order to feel the kite tension and its position in the air, but it’s also very forgiving to riders mistakes.

Because of its Delta C-Shape concept, the navigation is fluid with a predictable flight behavior. It’s also very stable and offers a fast and efficient auto-relaunch.

- 3 struts
- Lines setup identical to Bandit 4
- One pump
- Shorter EVO bridles to optimize relaunch and safety
- Reinforcements

NEXT

In sizes 135cm 140×40cm and 140×42cm

The NEXT is the ultimate freeride board. It adapts to all conditions of wind and sea. Comfortable and forgiving, it offers a quick and fast planning but then retains a reasonable top speed. With its ability to go upwind and always under control, it is suitable for all freeride riders as well as beginners.

The large sizes 145 and 150 are specialized boards for ultra light wind. Excellent for quick planning and performance you’ll be the first on the water!

With the Unibox fins system and their Response fins, gliding and edging is natural and effortless.

lens: Hege Holt/Dreambuz

Name: Robinson Hilario

Nickname: Rob Hila (Robzilla)

Birthdate: 27/02/1993

Occupation: Kiteboarder, Student

Sponsors: F-One kites, Cosmickites.com, Airbound

Current equipment:

13m & 10m F-One Bandit III, F-One Trax 5 134, and F-One Acid 3 132

lens: Hege Holt/Dreambuz

Best results in competition:
2nd Heinekken Regatta Puerto Rico 2010; 7th PKRA 2007 Cabarete; 3rd Master of the Ocean 2006 Cabarete; 2nd, 3rd DR Championship;

How long kiteboarding?
4 years

What made you want to kite?
I was fascinated by what I saw on the beach in Cabarete and when I tried it, I knew why!

Favorite spots: Kite Beach, Cabarete, Dominican Republic; La Boca, Cabarete, Dominican Republic. Puerto Rico!

Future spots to visit: Brazil, California, and the Cosmic gang in NYC this summer.lens:

Number of days of kiting: 365 if I could

Favorite Move: As many spins as I can do before I hit the water.

Riders you look up to improve: Kevin Langeree, Youri Zoon, Alex Soto

Move you are currently working on: Front flip one handed and Park Riding

Goals: I would like to be able to travel the world and kite.

Other hobbies: spearfishing.

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