The design and look of this kite might place it outside of the mainstream buyers’ comfort zone, which is a shame, because if you’ve got money for a dedicated light wind freeride kite, you can’t go wrong with one of these as an average kiter. If you want an all-round kite for snow, land and water this is the ticket. It’s so stable, you can’t luff it on your jumps and leave it behind you and, given the choice of a 15 metre LEI or this in light winds, we’d choose this. You’ve got to get your head around it, but it’ll soak up crappy winds in whichever kite sport you choose to do beautifully, leaving others looking up at you.

Flex/Scoop-Rocker:
We have developed and use a board flex measurement machine, this machine is used to measure the 3D-Shape in every important riding situation. One of the key points was to increase the flex outside of the feet and to add comfort and control in choppy and gusty conditions without losing the underpowered performance and pop. The scoop-rocker line is self adjusting from under- to overpowered conditions in parts of a second.

Asymmetric Shape:
The 2010 FlyDoor M,L and XL have tips that are a bit less wide and have an even more asymmetric shape. Tips that are a bit less wide, combined with more flex increase the control in overpowered conditions a lot. The wide center part of the FlyDoor M,L and XL increase the surface area to not sink down in lulls or after landing your latest trick. The flat and constant scoop-rocker line increases speed and upwind performance. The heelside outline is more straight for massive pop and maximum upwind performance. The toeside outline got more rounded to achieve improved control riding switch and makes the riding feeling of the FlyDoor more playful.

The Construction:
The combined composite core of the FlyDoor M, L and XL is made out of airex, combined with 2 strips of light, but super durable Paulownia wood. Since we integrated this combined core material in the FLYBOARDS, broken boards have been a thing of the past. The inserts are double reinforced. Thin ABS rails and tips made out of polyethylene are used to protect the sidewalls and to increase the flex in the tips. We use a 3 Dimensional construction, to be able to add the flex to the sides of the tips instead of only the whole tip. Weights of the 2010 FlyDoor M, L and XL could also be slightly reduced, giving you an even more enjoyable session on and off the water! The grab rail on the toeside rail remains in the 2010 FlyDoor, making your board-off tricks even easier. The number of different screws to assemble the FlyDoor is reduced, assembling a board is now super easy.

• The toeside where you can edge less hard has a smoother outline. That enables you to land and ride switched easier and increases control. The heelside is straighter to give you the best upwind performance and pop.
• The thin flexible tips that are made out of PE, are working like shock absorbers in choppy water and overpowered conditions. The 4.5mm single concave is giving the board more grip and stability. The concave is smoothly running out towards flat in the tips, so the board doesn’t lose its playful character.
• 3 different stance options: Small stance, Normal stance and Wide stance. The Small stance inserts are also placed more towards the heelside rail so it’s easier to edge the board for smaller riders
• Top sheets with silkscreen printing inside prevent the graphics from being scratched off by sand, shells and rocks.
• We use 3D computer analyses for the flex pattern of the board. Together with a ‘flex under load’ machine we are able to create an optimum flex pattern. All FlyDoors have a combined composite core. The wood core stripes increase the breaking strength and vibration absorption. The 2nd wood core stripe is placed below the heels, as otherwise the foam would get compressed and can create a weak point.

Specs:

Flex/Scoop-Rocker:
We have developed and use a board flex measurement machine. This machine is used to measure the 3D-Shape in every important riding situation. One of the key points was to increase the flex outside of the feet and to add comfort and control in choppy and gusty conditions without losing the underpowered performance. The Scoop-Rocker line of the FlyWave is self adjusting from under- to overpowered conditions in a split second.

Mutant Shape:
With a pronounced riding feeling towards one side, due to the outline combined with the tri-fin setup the Flywave S gives superb grip in the waves. But still can be ridden in each direction, no jibing necessary! The flat bottom creates a board that is fast and easy to ride, while the Flip nose and tail give the Flywave S comfort and control in waves and choppy conditions.

The Construction:
The core of the Flywave S is made out of light, but super durable Paulownia wood. Since we integrated this core material in the FLYBOARDS, broken boards have been a thing of the past. The inserts are double reinforced. Thin ABS rails and tips made out of polyethylene are used to protect the sidewalls and to increase the flex in the tips. We use a 3 Dimensional construction, to be able to add the flex to the sides of the tips instead of only the whole tip. The weight of the FlyWave S will surprise you, it weighs almost the same as a FlyRadical M, giving you an even more enjoyable session on and off the water!

• With 18 inserts your optimum stance can always be created, whether it will be goofy, regular, straight or wide stance.
• Top sheets with silkscreen printing inside prevent the graphics from being scratched off by sand, shells and rocks.
• We use 3D computer analyses for the flex pattern of the board. Together with a ‘flex under load’ machine we are able to create an optimum flex pattern.
• The FlyWave S has a full wood core for a stronger construction. Vibrations are better absorbed and due to our new construction, the weight has been reduced.

Specifications:

• Length: 145cm
• Width: 39cm
• Weight: 3,04kg
• Stance width: 56 – 60cm
• Fins: 3x 6cm 2x 4,5cm G10
• Price: £589

Alpine Retreat specialises in organising freestyle camps and all mountain snowboard holidays during the season through their ‘The Rider Social’ weeks. The mountain is truly the best place to discover what a Never Summer snowboard can really do so drop them a line if you in the area and find out for yourself.

Trade can visit Liberty at ISPO in Hall A3 Booth 208.

Flysurfer and Flyboards team rider Gunnar Biniasch took a moment to walk us through the line up.

FLYBOARDS 2010 Flyradical Info (English) from Flysurfer Kiteboarding on Vimeo.

FLYBOARDS 2010 Flydoor Info (English) from Flysurfer Kiteboarding on Vimeo.

FLYBOARDS 2010 Flywave Info (English) from Flysurfer Kiteboarding on Vimeo.

FLYBOARDS 2010 Footstrap System (English) from Flysurfer Kiteboarding on Vimeo.

Read the article and look at the photos: Transworld Business Never Summer Factory Tour.

Check out the Never Summer Snowboard Range.

• Never Summer Snowboards and Longboards – Hall A1 Stand 434
• Icelantic Skis – Hall 3 Stand, Booth 500
• Liberty Skis – Hall A3, Booth 208