Description

The Flexifoil Ion 2 is the new water bow style kite from Flexifoil.

A hybrid kite for freeride & waves or 5-line, no bridle, C-shape performance for freestyle & wake. One kite, that delivers two riding styles – the Ion2 by Flexifoil.

The Flexifoil Ion2 is the new hybrid kite from Flexifoil. Following the massive success of the Ion, the NEW Flexifoil ION2 has been designed to give amazing performance to all intermediate and experienced kiteboarders, no matter what style of riding you’re into.

4-Line Mode: The kite is supplied in the 4-line bridled mode ideally suited for waveriding and freeride. This hybrid mode allows the kite maximum depower and flyable wind range, making it perfect for big fun, waveriding and jumping.

In the 4-line mode the Ion2 allows massive depower and easy airtime. It turns quickly, has a huge wind range and soaks up the gusts smoothly. You will be able to try new tricks with confidence.

 

The safety is really simple; just let go of the bar and the kite depowers by 90% and sits at the edge of the window for effortless relaunch.

5th-Line Mode: The Ion2 can be quickly changed from this setup to a 5-line configuration (supplied in the bag). The 5-line set-up is ideal for the hardcore freestyle rider who is looking for the feel of a competition ‘C’ shaped kite.

 

The 5-line mode helps to provide more low end grunt and the ability to load up more forces, enabling huge airs and full-on powered kiteloops.

 

These attributes make the Ion2 in 5-line mode an amazing wake / freestyle kite, with the added benefit of an ‘on the fly’ adjustable 5th line.

If you are riding on flat water or in smooth winds, try the 5-line freestyle mode. If you find yourself riding in gusty conditions or want to ride big waves, go for the 4-line bridled configuration.

The switch between the two setups takes a matter of minutes can be done with ease.

 

Jumping: In freeride mode you get smooth jumps and loads of float with gentle, controlled lift plus its nice and easy to feel where the kite is when coming in to land. The bar position on the centre line makes a massive difference in the height of the jump. In strong winds all you need to do is send the kite and pull the bar towards you and you take off – big airs are effortless.

If you’re into unhooked jumps and powered wake-style tricks then the freestyle 5th line mode is the one for you. It is more aggressive and will rip you off the water. Keeping power in the turn, so you get a more constant and predictable pull during kite loops.

Unhooked Riding: Both setups are good for unhooked riding, with the freeride setup giving a more pivoted turn, so it’s easy to get the kite in the right place when smacking the lip and riding down the line. The freestyle mode delivers loads of grunt and a good, precise driving turn. Both setups can be flown unhooked with tight rear lines so that it’s easy to feel where the kite is and steer it one handed without any back-stall in the kite.

 

Stability: The kite is really stable even in gusty winds and when the kite is depowered it remains rock-solid in the sky. There is always a smooth feedback to the bar from the kite, making it great for progressing and learning new tricks. The Ion2 excels in gusty conditions as the kite remains stable making it great for flying sites that can have turbulent conditions.

 

The kite is really stable even in gusty winds and when the kite is depowered it remains rock-solid in the sky. There is always a smooth feedback to the bar from the kite, making it great for progressing and learning new tricks.

 

The Ion2 excels in gusty conditions as the kite remains stable making it great for flying sites that can have turbulent conditions.

 

Simplicity: The Ion2 has been designed to make your life easy and your kite flying fun!

The package includes: easy and quick single point inflation (rig-up in no time), freestyle and freeride bridle diagrams printed on the bag for easy beach reference, and a freeride to freestyle conversion process that you can do in literally a few minutes.

All attachments to the kite are simple larkshead knot - colour-coded and labeled - so it’s hard to get it wrong.

Safety-Freeride Setup: Works in the same way as the Atom: 4-lines with a mini-leash running through the centre hole in the bar which pulls on the two front lines when the safety is activated. This kills 90% of the power from the kite and the kite comes down at the edge of the window, ready for easy relaunch.

Safety-Freestyle Setup: Works in the same way as the Fusion 2 5th line safety: after depowering the safety system the rider remains attached to the kite via the 5th line which attaches to the Y bridle on the centre of the kite.

 

The 5th line kills 95% power from the kite in a controlled and predictable manner and has all the usual benefits like easy relaunch, self landing and an adjustable tension for controlling the power of the kite during normal flying.

 

TWO KITE "ROUGH GUIDE" Please note this is based on average rider experience, in average conditions, in average waves on an average day.

If in doubt please consult your local Flexifoil kitesurf retailer or distributor for advice.

Light weight rider (approx 65 kg or less) - 6m2 & 10.5m2
Medium weight rider (approx 75 kg) - 8.5m2 & 12.5m2
Heavy weight rider (approx 90 kg) - 10.5m2 & 14.5m2
XL riders (approx 100 + kg) - 10.5m2 & 16.5m2

 

The Ion2 is available ‘kite only’ or complete. The kite is delivered in the freeride setup, with the full freestyle bridle enclosed the bag pocket.

• Flexifoil 4-line set (fully colour-coded pre-stretched lines -25m x 250kg / 250kg)
• ION2 ‘v-core’ bar
• Full 5th line freestyle kit
• Flexifoil Pump
• All the usual stuff including full comprehensive instructions in English, French, German and Spanish.

* A Harness is required to fly this kite - click for harnesses >>

 

Specs

Model	Wingspan (sq m)	Flat Surface Area (sq m)	Aspect Ratio	Sail Material	Skill Level
6.0	5.44	6.0	4.9	Ripstop Polyester	Beg / Exp
8.5	6.48	8.5	4.9		Beg / Exp
10.5	7.20	10.5	4.9		Beg / Exp
12.5	7.86	12.5	4.9		Beg / Exp
14.5	8.47	14.5	4.9		Beg / Exp
16.5	9.03	16.5	4.9		Beg / Exp

Wind Range
Model	4-Line Mode Knots	5-Line Mode Knots
6.0	22-42	21-35
8.5	19-36	18-30
10.5	16-32	15-27
12.5	14.5-28	14-24
14.5	13.5-23	13-20
16.5	12.5-20	12-18

 

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Control Bar

Ion 2 Control Bar: The Ion2 bar has evolved to fully exploit the Ion2’s potential. With super light steering and responsive feedback the Ion2 feels more connected than ever before.

The Ion2 bar makes massive strides in the durability of almost all wearable parts. This includes the 5th line, the centre line and the leader lines.

The on-the-fly adjustable 5th line increases your kites wind range and give more vertical lift and of course aids safety and relaunch.

Features:

• Fully spinning adjustable 5th line
• Pull-pull” depower strap
• Single action release
• Intelligent and tough centre line
• Amsteel leader lines
• Super grip
• V-CORE bar

Bar Pressure > The Ion2’s light but progressive bar pressure means that you can easily feel where the power of the kite is, giving an intuitive connection to the kite.

In the freestyle setup the tension of the 5th line makes a massive difference to the bar pressure. Heavier with no 5th line tension or much lighter with the 5th line pulled in by a couple of inches. You can tune this to your preferred setup.

 

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Wind Range

Reviews

Great hangtime! Steven Noel

A great kite for people who want a large wind range on a single SLE. The 4/5 Line system is effective and is a great kite that you can turn the power on and off in the waves.

 

Quality is great on the kite as well as on the control bar. Anyone who is coming from C-kites will love this kite. Its excellent for hangtime and the low end grunt is awesome.

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