The underlying concept behind the NAZCA hybrid kite has been to combine 100% safety with a harmonious balance of depower, performance and handling. Gin have developed an innovative 5th line bridle system, which, in cooperation with other features, provides incredible low-end and turning performance, while the flat arc design contributes a great deal of depower.

The Hammer was developed from a traditional twintip with the goal of radically enhancing wave riding capabilities without losing ease-of-use. While originally conceived to be a dedicated wave riding twin tip, the Hammer also proved to be a huge stand out in very choppy conditions.

The Nobile 2009 NBL is one of the most exciting value for money kiteboards we have seen so far in the sport. Using the tech and shaping expertise that Nobile are renowned for together with a really good looking livery, the '09 boards are a really attractive looking product.

Nobile and Mr Shinn have been hard at work pushing the T5 performance forward. It's a tough nut to crack as with more performance usually comes specialisation and handling issues; the 555 was already widely renowned for it's manners and versatility as well as performance.

The 09 X-Ride is North Kiteboarding's all terrain machine, an advanced Freeride board that's super smooth and controllable in chop, great for smooth carved turns on flat water and inin waves and even jumps well. It's a fantastic all-round board and really is one board for all conditions.