FS V8
Freestyle Freeride
The FS is the ultimate weapon for radical airs and high-performance freestyle.
Performance features
- Freestyle-focused – built for radical airs & tricks
- Explosive lift – direct control, vertical pop
- Optimum line slack – perfect for unhooking
- Stable & smooth – efficient upwind power
- High-performance build – engineered for action
Sizes
08
09
10
12
14
Colors
Advanced freestyle action
Designed for hardcore freestyle, the FS V8 delivers power and precision. Boasting explosive radical performance, the FS V8 gives you the lift, slack, and stability needed to perform at the highest level.
Refined open-C 5 strut design
Tailored to the needs of professional riders, the FS’ open-C 5 strut design has all the traits of a genuine C-kite for advanced action. Designed for unmatched control and explosive pop, the FS V8 balances direct feedback with rock-solid stability.
Optimum bar feedback
The FS has a wide angle of attack and comes into play when looping the kite or popping out of the water. Pulley-free bridles achieve smooth yet direct bar feedback putting the rider in control.
Explosive lift
The FS V8’s explosive controlled lift has rock-solid stability. Optimised canopy panels distribute force, making loops smoother and effortless. Now even lighter, featuring XT light in larger sizes, V8 is more agile, responsive, and ready to send it!
New for V8
The FS V8 gets a fresh new look with bold graphics, a redesigned backpack for easier transport, and an upgraded push-lock valve for effortless inflation and deflation. Every detail is refined for maximum performance and convenience, so you can focus on pushing your limits.
Who is it for?
The FS is the most progressive kite design for advanced freestyle action and the weapon of choice for former World Champion Arthur Guillebert. If you’re looking to match your own raw power, the FS V8 is the kite to tear down the limits!
Riding Characteristics
Freeride
Windrange, hangtime, crossover
Big Air
Hangtime, hooked riding, kiteloops, fast turning
Freestyle Wakestyle
Unhooked riding, slack and pop, explosive power
Progression
Stability, easy relaunch, predictable handling
Foil
Stable in lightwind, balanced power
Wave
Drift, controlled power, fast turning
Technical Specifications
- High velocity turn
- Wingtip turner
- Powerful turn
The turning characteristics of the FS are optimised for radical boosts as it instantly reacts to steering impulses. The kite generates grunty power as you turn with staggering forward momentum when kite looping.
- Open C Design
- 5 Strut Frame
- 5 point Bridle
- High AR
- Medium to low sweep
The medium to low wingtip sweep of the FS enhances the radical power of the kite. Thanks to the open-C shape the FS has vertical lift, and the 5-strut high aspect ratio allows it to travel upwind readily. The 5-point bridle provides the optimum bar feedback to give continuous direct control.
- Explosive power
- Vertical lift
- Good upwind performance
- Efficient high lift / drag ratio
Engineered for powerful action, the FS is explosive in achieving dynamic height. The kite has high performance throughout the whole wind range thanks to its superior aerodynamics.
| 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 14 |
| 2.96 | 3.15 | 3.34 | 3.73 | 3.97 |
| 1.539,00 € | 1.599,00 € | 1.659,00 € | 1.749,00 € | 1.899,00 € |
Technology
Eleveight kites are built with innovative and quality workmanship. Details are strategically designed for long lasting durability, while keeping the kite light and agile.
Arthur Guillebert
2021 Freestyle World Champion
“When I am looking for the explosive power I need to perform more radical freestyle tricks, then the FS is my number-one choice with its cutting-edge design that delivers move after move.”
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