Description

The BEST Kahoona V5 delivers the perfect mix of freeride, new school and wave riding performance. The BEST Kahoona V5 combines rock solid stability, smooth power delivery, endless depower and precise handling, making it the perfect kite for advancing your riding level, regardless of your preferred riding style. For 2013 the Kahoona is now even more fun to ride, low end power has been increased and is even easier to use.

 

Automatic relaunch, reliable downwind drift and rock solid stability also make the Kahoona 2013 perfect for attacking any wave or any new trick. With easy handling, solid performance and day long comfort the Kahoona V5 is the ultimate freeride kite.

 

With a reputation for surprising hang-time and great low end power it’s no wonder riders like you return to the Kahoona season after season. With more responsive handling, reduced bar pressure and best in class stability courtesy of revised canopy design and our Air-Aid materials, the v5 is our most obtainable Kahoona yet.

 

The Best Kahoona V5 utilizes high wind stability and turning speed, while reducing bar pressure. To do so, the BEST Kahoona V5 is made with new, specially developed high performance materials and improved profiling which have energized its performance.

 

The Kahoona V5 also allows you to perform the latest unhooked new school tricks. The effortless re-launch motivates you to learn new moves and gives supreme confidence to wave riders who simply have to be able to re-launch their kites before the next set comes in, it’s the perfect partner to use with any of our surfboards.

 

The construction of the Kahoona V5 is both bomb-proof and lightweight at the same time. With exceptional handling, performance and practical safety features, the Kahoona V5 is the perfect kite for improving your riding level, regardless of your preferred current style and your current riding level.

 

How has the BEST Kahoona been improved for 2013?:
The Kahoona V4 has undergone several design tweaks to the leading edge sweep and the wingtip shape. By increasing the effectiveness of the steering control surfaces - BEST have improved the overall steering responsiveness of the new Kahoona, giving tighter wingtip turns, without affecting its other handling and performance characteristics. The DNA and core characteristics of previous Kahoona's have been preserved in the new V5; it retains its mid aspect ratio, quad strut, highly swept SLE layout, delivering rock solid stability, great low end, surprising jumping performance and the easiest relaunch in its class.

 

What makes the Kahoona so stable and easy to fly?:

The weight distribution and centre of effort placement in the canopy are in perfect harmony in the Kahoona allowing BEST to eliminate any and all traces of front or backstall.

 

The BEST Kahoona has a reputation for incredibly easy relaunch, what contributes to this?:

The back sweep of the leading edge, the canopy curvature and the attachment point positioning on the wingtip and leading edge all contribute to the Kahoona’s effortless relaunch. The sweep allows the kite to roll automatically on to its wingtip before you flick the kite up into the air to complete the relaunch manoeuvre.

 

What is the Kahoona + V5?:
The Kahoona + V5 is the first Kahoona kite to come with EZ-Pump rapid inflation system so you can get out on the water faster than ever to enjoy even more riding time.

 

Who is the BEST Kahoona for?:
Any rider looking for a complete crossover kite that will allow them ride wherever and however they want. From freeride to freestyle to waves, the Kahoona is perfectly at home in any conditions and perfect for riders of any skill level.

 

 

BEST Kahoona V5 Characteristics:

 

• High Wind Stability
• Responsive Handling
• Auto-Relaunch Capability
• Hooked-In Surfing
• Unhooked Freestyle with Safety

 

 

A BEST Kahoona V5 when purchased with 4-Line control bar for example comes complete with:

 

• BEST Kahoona 2013 Kite
• BEST 4-line set (fully colour-coded pre-stretched lines -20m + 2m extensions - 700lb)
• BEST Red Line Performance 4-Line control bar
• BEST Kahoona Backpack
• BEST Pump

Best Kiteboarding Kahoona V4 Video:

 

Best Kiteboarding Red Line Performance Control Bar:

 

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**Prices shown are kite only - includes bag and pump**

 

	* A Harness is required to fly this kite - click for harnesses >>
	* You can learn how-to setup and fly water relaunchable kites using the Kiteboarding Progression DVD - click for info >>

 

Wind Range

 

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Depower Control Bar

BEST Red Line Performance Control Bar and Lines:

The BEST Red Line Performance Bar V3 combines everyone’s favorite features and safety options into one unbeatable bar. Simple enough for anyone to understand, yet with enough versatility to satisfy even the most demanding riders, it’s guaranteed to set the standard yet again this season.

 

The push-to-release QR now comes in a Pro-Cuff version to eliminate accidental releases without increasing the minimum release tension. With only one moving part, the Pro-Cuff QR is easy to reassemble and designed to work consistently with a positive release action with release loads in excess of 250kgs.

The under bar swivel has been improved with added drainage vents and low profile twist-tabs making it smoother to turn no matter how many loops you’ve thrown. Depower line wear is eliminated with the introduction of our new Sacrifice-Insert-System of replaceable low friction Delrin bar centre inserts.

 

The BEST Red Line Performance Control Bar V3 retains the dual centre depower lines, stopper ball , Red Line and suicide safety options of the previous Performance bars. The V3 is the perfect bar for riders of all levels who demand the most reliable and predictable safety system options and ease of use features.

New low profile molded bar ends with integral line winders help make those one-handed loops easier than you expected and a new 3D grip pattern ensures you stay in contact with the bar however you ride.

 

The Double Depower Stopper lets you position your bar wherever you feel comfortable. It takes the strain from your arms so you can stay on the water for longer. The Redline Safety System gives you the option of left or right handed, single front line leashing and overrides the Dual Depower Stopper automatically.

Low stretch, 700lb rated, flying lines, color coded for easy set-up and proven to offer incredible durability complete the RP-Bar v3 package - it’s our most complete bar yet.

 

Best Red Line Performance Key Features:
"Click It" Quick Release: A one piece, injection moulded quick release with push-to-release outer-cuff ensures reliable and easy safety system activation. With no mechanical internal parts there's nothing to foul to inhibit safe operation, ensuring reassembly is just as fast and as easy as activation.
Forged Centre : A drop forged alloy bar centre replaces the swaged center bushings used on previous bars. With an oversized, smooth polished and elliptically flared center hole depower line wear is almost completely eliminated on the Redline Performance Bar. The new design also allows the EVA bar grip to run right up to the center hole, making unhooked kite control just that little bit more secure than before.
Dual Depower Stopperball: Our 3 into 1 Dual Depower stopper ball allows for all flying lines to pass through it giving you all the benefits of our well established stopper ball design bars as well as the safety and bypass functionality of our previous Redline bar design.
Red Line Safety Leash: The Redline safety leash connects you directly to the front lines of your kite, allowing you to completely depower your kite. The Redline safety overrides the depower stopper ball automatically whenever you drop the bar or activate the 'Click-it' Quick Release.
Under Bar Swivel: A low friction swivel, shaped with male/female fit for the underside of the bar, helps to keep everything locked in placed when unhooking and makes untwisting your lines easier than ever before. Designed to be easy to clean the new swivel can be flushed out after use and stripped in seconds for a full service should it ever become necessary.

 

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