The unique concept of this kite, already crazy for 3 generations, is taken to an incredible level. With 3 fiberglass battens and an evolving ratio, we enter a new world since the Strutless offers the stability of a 3-struts kite but with 30% less drag !!!
Since the very first version of the Strutless, the focus has been on performance. The absence of drag provided by its shape without inflatable struts allows the kite to glide unrestrained in the air. A unique feeling which coupled with its sleek and thin shape delivers incomparable performance in flight. In order for the concept to be fully effective, we have developed a shape and a bridle which gives it maneuverability and stability. The fourth version of the Strutless follows this logic even more.
Whether it is for kite foiling or kitesurfing with a surfboard, it is essential to have a fluid but responsive and precise kite in your hands. Two major developments on the Strutless V4 allow you to get the direct and instinctive steering you want while maintaining the characteristic glide of the Strutless:
Strengthened profile hold
The 3 battens give the Strutless V4 all the potential of a 3 struts kite, plus the glide. The addition of a batten next to each tip increases handling, top speed, shocking comfort and durability. Thanks to its excellent profile hold, the Strutless does not suffer any deformation in tricks. As a result, it reacts without delay whatever its position. And the depower is as smooth and progressive as on a 3-struts kite. The relaunch capacity is further boosted by the new battens next to the tips on this kite which was already the best in its category.
Scalable ratios
The ratio of the Strutless becomes scalable according to the sizes to adapt the behavior of each size of kite to what we do in the wind range of each size. The ratios are between 3.8 for the smallest size and 6 for the largest (a classic kite is between 4.2 and 4.5).
The reduced ratio of small sizes boosts handling. A real spinning top! This playful temperament is great for kite foil tricks or in waves for surfing. The low ratio power background and its very small turn radius increase handling tenfold. Ideal for restarting in an instant or recovering from an error easily.
The larger sizes, on the other hand, benefit from a very high ratio to optimize heading and top speed in the light. The wide low range of the Strutless is thus further widened. The performance gain close-hauled and bread reach is maddening, to the point of believing you’re flying a foil kite. The Strutless in high ratio becomes a kite that you can hold overpowered in a program close to racing, the 19m2 having a higher range than the 17m2 V3 for example. In freeriding, this means a lot more potential and comfort: the best of both worlds in a kite that takes off without assistance!
The new Strutless goes faster, heads upwind much better, turns better, always combining incredible comfort and a ratio of liveliness / dynamism / lightness in flight of the highest level.
