Aile big air moderne, plus légère, loops puissants, redécollage facilité.
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2024
The Core XR8 is a freeride kite with strong big-air ambitions, offering a wide wind range and progressive power delivery. Reviews describe it as stable, precise, and approachable while still providing enough performance for committed jumping and progression.
Strengths
Very wide wind range
Progressive, controllable power
Strong freeride and big-air balance
Rigid and lightweight construction
Weaknesses
Noticeable bar pressure
Slower turning than highly freestyle-focused kites
Limited drift in waves
Who for
It suits riders wanting one versatile kite for freeride, big jumps, and progression across changing wind conditions.
The available tests concern the 2021 Core XR7. It is a highly stable freeride and big-air kite with a wide wind range, strong lift and long hangtime, while remaining approachable for progression. It can require attention in lighter wind and is positioned at a premium price.
Strengths
Excellent flight stability
Strong lift and long hangtime
Wide wind range
Versatile freeride progression
Weaknesses
Sensitive handling in light wind
High price
Front-line safety on larger sizes was reported as less reliable
Who for
It suits riders wanting one versatile kite for freeride progression and big jumps, from confident beginners to advanced riders.
The available tests mainly cover the XR6 launched in 2019. It is a performance freeride and big air kite with outstanding lift, hangtime and upwind ability, while remaining predictable and relatively accessible. Compared with the XR5, reviewers noted faster turning, smoother depower, a more stable canopy and better control during jumps.
Strengths
Exceptional boost and hangtime
Strong stability and upwind performance
Smooth depower with precise control
Easy relaunch and broad rider accessibility
Weaknesses
Less playful than a dedicated looping kite
Less direct feedback in larger sizes
More focused on big air than waves or unhooked freestyle
Who for
Best for intermediate to advanced riders seeking freeride and big air performance with maximum height, hangtime and control.
