2020
The 2020 Eleveight OS is a lightweight single-strut kite aimed at foiling and light-wind freeride. The test reports strong low-end power, reactive steering and quick pivotal turns, while noting flutter and reduced handling when heavily depowered at the top of its range.
Strengths
- Strong low-end power
- Reactive handling and quick pivotal turns
- Swept wingtips help relaunching
- Well suited to developing foil skills
Weaknesses
- Some flutter when heavily depowered
- Handling becomes less refined at the upper end
- Less suitable when maximum stability is the priority
Who for
It suits riders of any level focused on foiling or light-wind freeride who want earlier sessions.
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