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SWEPT LEADING EDGE SEAM
By challenging the traditional kite construction for improvements, we came up with the swept leading edge seam. The leading edge seam on the wingtips of the kite is swept higher towards the canopy where it has less influence on airflow. This allows for higher aerodynamic efficiency and more precisely controlled kite.
STRUT JUNCTION
We have completely changed how the strut is connected to the leading edge. The connection is now stronger, cleaner and straighter without unwanted material folds, which cause quicker wear. The whole junction is reinforced with Arptex material for ultimate strength and durability.
WINGTIP ELBOW
The Wingtip Elbow construction is stronger than ever with brand new Dacron reinforcements on the inside and Marcloth lining on the outside. Plus, the Swept Leading Edge Seam is placed in the direction in which the elbow was bending the most. These factors minimize the elbow movement, so the kite is more compact, has higher aerodynamic efficiency and better handling.
DACRON CANOPY COVERED STRUTS
To increase the rigidity, durability and performance of the kites, all struts are now covered and connected to a Dacron panel on the canopy which runs on the full length of the strut. This results in a more sturdy construction, more stable, and more reactive kite.
LIGHT WEIGHT ZIPPER
Unlike on other kites, we selected a slimmer Lightweight Zipper covered with webbing to prevent sand from getting stuck into the zipper. This results in flawless function of the zipper, saves weight on the kite and overall looks much cleaner than a big heavy uncovered plastic zipper.
ONE PUMP SYSTEM
The One Pump System allow for quicker and easier inflation and deflation of the kite and ensure even pressure distribution throughout the kite. The valves are made from the highest quality material available and are manufactured in Europe. Brand new this year, the one pump hose clips are covered with Arptex, which unlike Neoprene does not intake water which reduces weight.
BACK LINES TUNING
There are three back line settings on the wingtip of the kite. These allow the rider to tune the kite to his or her preferences. The fast back line set up provides the quickest turning of the kite and the lightest bar pressure. On the medium setting the kite still turns relatively quickly and there is more load on the bar. On the slow setting the kite turns noticeably slower and the bar pressure is high.
UNITED DACRON PANEL
This revolutionary feature increases the kite’s rigidity and reactivity allowing for better flight experience. Every seam on the kite gets stretched over time, especially in the stressed area pulled by the backlines. So, instead of using multiple Dacron panels, we used a single United Dacron Panel. The reactions of the kite are noticeably quicker and they do not fade over time.
LINKED BRIDLE
Brand new for 2017 kites, the Linked Bridle does not have any pulleys nor sliders. It creates a direct link between the rider and the kite, resulting in faster kite reactions and more controlled handling. The Linked Bridle is also much more durable than conventional bridles, as it reduces bridle line movement and abrasion to minimum.
SOFT LEADING EDGE END
Towards the end, the leading edge diameter has been optimized and decreases to prevent the bladder slipping out of the kite under pressure. The inside of the leading edge end is lined with a softer version of Arptex to create a cushion for the bladder and prevent any damage to the bladder during a kite crash. On the outside the Leading Edge Ends are protected with Arptex, the latest abrasion resistant polyamide textile from Italy.
TRIPLEX
Brand new and exclusive to CrazyFly, we introduced Triplex, the most advanced ripstop material on the market. Triplex has by far the best strength to weight ratio and with triple coating its durability is unmatched. The coating protects the fabric from UV rays, salt and abrasive objects, such as sand. Triple coating and three ripstop yarns ensure the lowest possible elongation and deterioration of the material till date.
GERMAN POLYESTER THREAD
All threads used on CrazyFly kites are high end UV protected and water resistant threads made in Germany. They have all properties required for the perfect kite thread: amazing strength, light weight, minimal water absorption, UV protection and high abrasion resistance.
TURBO INFLATE DEFLATE
All CrazyFly kites are equipped with Turbo inflate/deflate valve. Inflation and deflation of the kite are made through the same valve. The kite is fully inflated and deflated in seconds. This year, the Turbo valve has a new cover made from Arptex, which does not intake water and does not add weight to the kite.
MARCLOTH FUSION LINING
Our engineers use Marcloth to strengthen all areas where the heavy duty kite frame materials meet the lightweight canopy. Marcloth is a mid-weight high strength fabric, ideal to create the ultimate fusion between the higher weight and lighter weight fabrics. All transitions between the frame and canopy are in round shapes, rather than sharp angles and straight lines, as the round shapes spread tension more evenly. Of course, this increases the durability of the kite.
SYNERGY STRUT BOND
Another upgrade this year is the Synergy Strut Bond, in other words, how the struts connects to the canopy of the kite. Instead of a single attachment seam, we connected the strut to the canopy with two parallel seams, creating the ultimate synergy between the strut and the kite. This synergy noticeably improved how the kite generates power during turns and kiteloops and how it holds its shape during flight.
TWO IN ONE LEADING EDGE
We narrowed down the number of panels by nearly 50% on all our kites. Because the material itself is always stronger than a seam, having less panels and less seams results in a much stronger leading edge. Less seams also increase precision of the leading edge shape, as seams can cause a small misalignment. The two in one leading edge is the most precise and the strongest leading edge till date.
BUILT-IN PUMP LEASH
The Pump Leash is one piece with the central strut reinforcement. Instead of sewing the pump leash on the kite separately, which creates a point of weakness on the leading edge, we opted for creating the pump leash from the central strut reinforcement.
TAILORED CANOPY
Smart, fitted and well cut. Without any compromise to the kite’s shape, we have created a Tailored Canopy, where we have been able to unite multiple panels into one. As a result, the canopy has less panels, which saves weight and at the same time creates a more unified and stronger skin of the kite.
ELLIPSE SEGMENTED STRUT
For 2018 we implemented a brand new Ellipse Segmented Strut construction and connection to the canopy of the kite. The strut is split into three segments with an ellipse like cut. Only the segment connected to the Leading Edge has the center seam on the outer side. The top two thirds are vertically. We used the seam connecting the struts to the canopy to close the struts at the same time. These result in better profile of the strut and much more strength in the struts.
CUSTOM COLORS
All 2017 CrazyFly kite colors are custom developed shades supplied exclusively to CrazyFly only.
SNOW & SAND PROTECTORS
The Snow & Sand Protectors on the leading edge protect the kite from damage caused by dragging the kite on snow or land when launching or relaunching the kite.
THE LEGEND REBORN.
Our full carbon top model received a brand new shape after seven years. When you make a good very good shape, it is hard to make a better one and we spent three years working on the new Raptor LTD. The 2018 Raptor LTD also comes in a brand new Neon version for customers who prefer better visibility of the board in dark water.
Sticking to its core properties of a high end freeride/freestyle board, it remains a full carbon, ultra light masterpiece. The 2018 Raptor LTD features a brand new Ellipse double concave shape in the center of the bottom for unmatched comfort and Double V tips for better grip when popping. Buttery soft in chop, yet dynamic for high end freeride and freestyle. Brand new CompFlex 4T5 Carbon on the bottom of the board makes the new LTD even more comfortable and smoother, especially in choppy water. Latest in the Carbon tech world, the CompFlex 4T5 has a brand new weave which provides much more flex without sacrificing the strength. Plus the new weave is thinner and requires less epoxy resulting in 0,1 kg weight saving per board.
CrazyFly exclusive and latest in tech, the Nano Glide Skin on the bottom of the board helps the board track and go upwind better thanks to its micro channels. The Nano Glide skin foil has better gliding properties and generates speed quicker, plus it is more resistant to scratches. The top of the board has a brand new matt overprint for that eye catching premium look.
The Raptor LTD works best with Hexa LTD Bindings for unmatched comfort and board feel.
2018 Raptor LTD – The legend reborn.
NEW ERA OF A LEGEND.
A brand new bright and fresh addition to our board range, we are proud to introduce the Raptor LTD Neon. It has exactly the same great shape and full carbon construction as the regular Raptor LTD, but the Neon has bright colors to make it more visible in dark waters. This comes especially handy for riders who progress and often body drag back to the board after crashing.
Sticking to its core properties of a high end freeride/freestyle board, it remains a full carbon, ultra light masterpiece. The 2018 Raptor LTD Neon features a brand new Ellipse double concave shape in the center of the bottom for unmatched comfort and Double V tips for better grip when popping. Buttery soft in chop, yet dynamic for high end freeride and freestyle. Brand new CompFlex 4T5 Carbon on the bottom of the board makes the new LTD Neon even more comfortable and smoother, especially in choppy water. Latest in the Carbon tech world, the CompFlex 4T5 has a brand new weave which provides much more flex without sacrificing the strength. Plus the new weave is thinner and requires less epoxy resulting in 0,1 kg weight saving per board.
CrazyFly exclusive and latest in tech, the Nano Glide Skin on the bottom of the board helps the board track and go upwind better thanks to its micro channels. The Nano Glide skin foil has better gliding properties and generates speed quicker, plus it is more resistant to scratches. The top of the board has a brand new matt overprint for that eye catching premium look.
The Raptor LTD Neon works best with Hexa LTD Neon Bindings for unmatched comfort and board feel.
2018 Raptor LTD Neon – New era of a legend.
EXPERIENCE FUTURE NOW.
After eleven years of proven performance, the legend in our range continues to impress and wears a crown of our best selling board.
The Raptor is a freeride freestyle high performance board for intermediate to advanced rider level, it will bring never before experienced ride feelings. Thanks to a Multi Channel bottom shape and V tips, the Raptor has the perfect balance between speed and grip. The Step Cap deck technology allows for thinner rails for ultimate edging and amazing upwind.
CrazyFly exclusive and latest in tech, the Nano Glide Skin on the bottom of the board helps the board track and go upwind better thanks to its micro channels. The Nano Glide skin foil has better gliding properties and generates speed quicker, plus it is more resistant to scratches. The top of the board has a brand new matt overprint for that eye catching premium look.
Raptor’s construction layup combines multi axial fiberglass and brand new X carbon. This construction is a little bit softer than the previous Raptor boards, making it more comfortable. The X carbon provides for plenty of pop to pull off tricks. Light Up sidewalls are stronger and lighter than ever with an attractive color changing look.
The Raptor works best with Hexa Bindings for unmatched comfort and board feel.
The 2018 Raptor – experience future now.
NEXT GENERATION.
The 2018 Bulldozer received a complete makeover including a brand new shape and tweaked layup. It continues to sit in the freestyle/wakestyle crossover aimed at intermediate to advanced riders who like to ride aggressively. The Bulldozer is a great choice for riding with wake bindings.
This board is shaped and constructed to be pushed hard, and it delivers amazing power on the water. The brand new shape features a deep center concave for added comfort and smoother feel. Along the center concave, we created two split V channels for more grip and better upwind tracking. They also play a big part for load ‘n’ pop trick which are also supported by triple concave tips. The Bulldozer continues to be the fastest board in our range, so you can really transfer all the speed into your jumps and boosts. If you like to push the gas pedal, the Bulldozer is definitely the right choice.
We have reinforced the Bulldozer’s construction with Uni-directional Kevlar throughout the whole length of the board. Kevlar is a high strength and low weight composite and is used in military and space industries. Plus, we added a Spread Tow Carbon reinforcement in the center of the board to increase the board dynamics and pop. Aside from the Kevlar and Carbon, the Bulldozer also makes use of Multiaxial Fiber Glass. This construction provides a breathtaking amount of pop without making the board too stiff.
The Bulldozer is compatible and works great with both Hexa Bindings and wake bindings. The board is equipped with brand new 3.0 cm Razor fins for the ultimate grip if required.
The 2018 Bulldozer – Next generation.
