North Kiteboarding is proud to introduce the new North Vegas 2010 - this is North's New School moves, competition kite. The Vegas 2010 particularly appeals to newschoolers and to riders who do not want to renounce on the conventional C-kite feeling but at the same time, retaining its freeride capabilities.

The 2010 North Vegas is a classic C-shape with a pure C feel and massive pop for radical new-school freestyle. Building on the best points of the previous Vegas kites - the North Vegas 2010 has the classic feel you’ve come to expect from one of the world’s most popular freestyle kites with added benefits.

Designed specifically for freestyle riding, no compromises were made towards developing a kite with the performance potential necessary for tackling today’s most technical new-school tricks.

Further development of the 5th element system, allowed North to develop a true C kite with great stability and rock-solid power, combined with maximum safety and de-power abilities. Reduced canopy segments and special construction translates into smooth, intuitive and playful turning characteristics that are easily recognized in kite loops where the kite climbs back up overhead for controlled landings.

All sizes offer an incredibly similar feeling in both turning speed and bar load, requiring nearly no adjustment time when switching kite sizes.

Two trim options allow you to set up your Vegas in either “Classic” or “New-school” modes. Classic freestyle mode provides high de-power and gives you the most versatile range for doing big jumps, un-hooked freestyle and even venturing into the surf. New-school mode gives you less de-power, extreme stability while unhooking and less sensitive bar reaction for doing loaded power moves.

5th line Freestyle High Depower Classic Setting: Plenty of de-power and the classic Vegas feel you‘ve come to expect! This setting offers the most versatility and is ideal for free/wave riding, jumping and un-hooking.

5th line Freestyle / Newschool: Dedicated new-school feel, little to no de-power, extremely steady when unhooked and less sensitive to bar input for loaded power moves. All the safety and relaunch benefits of the 5th Element.

4 line Freestyle / Newschool: Dedicated new-school/competition setting. Little to no de-power and less sensitive to steering for powered tricks. Four line conversion kit available.

Front / Backline Power Distribution: When riding with full power in the Freestyle mode, the forces on the lines are split into 60 % on the front lines and 40 % on the back lines. Therefore, less steering impulse is needed to make the kite turn quickly. When riding with full power in the New School mode, the forces on the lines are split into 75 % on the front lines and 25 % on the back lines. This makes the back lines less sensitive, causing less movement while you are throwing an unhooked trick. More steering impulse is required to get the same turning as that of a Vegas in Freestyle mode.

Tip Turning Area:
In Freestyle mode the tip has a wider surface aff ected by the rider’s bar input. Therefore, the kite is much more sensitive and reactive in steering. In New School mode, a smaller surface of the tip is affected. More bar input is required for quick steering reaction. More bar stability means the kite will not “rise up” when you unhook making it easier to throw mind-blowing New School tricks.

Depower Behaviour:
With the New School set up the Vegas 2010 still retains some Depower but becomes less sensitive to bar sheeting and steering making it ideal for unhooking.

North have completely re-worked the Vegas 2010 to cover a wider range of conditions and riding styles than ever before! A slightly lower aspect ratio and wider wing tips means very constant pull, extremely tight kite loops and improved low end grunt to please the C-kite lover in you.

As progressive freestyle kiteboarding evolves, the Vegas 2010 adapts and conquers! The '2010 Vegas is a high de-power C-design tuned for direct bar-feel and constant power to give you confidence when loading up, unhooking and throwing powered tricks and jumps.

Smooth, reactive steering gives the kite a very lively and crisp feel and also makes the Vegas perfect for kite-loops. 5th Element safety lets you go for glory with peace of mind while the Vegas' quick, easy re-launch gets you back up and riding hassle-free after a wipe-out.

Direct bar feedback allows you to feel exactly where the kite is for maximum control when un-hooking and jumping.

Together with a 2 pump simplicity and inflatable wing tips, the VEGAS 2010 gets you on the water fast and packing up easy.

Using a redefined leading edge arc, canopy profile and swept wing tips, the VEGAS challenges what was previously thought possible with a five-line kite, changing angle of attack instantly to deliver a huge power/de-power range.

Simply rigged on North's 5th Element, the VEGAS 2010 has the direct bar feel and instant turning response of a c-shape kite, without the hassle of bridles or pulleys normally associated with a flat kite.

The North VEGAS 2010 makes setting up for a jump almost effortless by allowing you to depower as you position the kite above your head, then sheet in for power and lift.

If you’re looking for competition performance and safety with the simplicity of five lines, then look no further . . . The VEGAS 2010 will give you all the tools you need! Simply put, the North Vegas 2010 is the ultimate freestyle kite with explosive pop to elevate your riding to new levels and to refine your style. In 2010 the Vegas easily lives up to it's reputation as the definitive freestyle kite, robust construction and unmistakable style.

New Cam Battens >

The new CamBattens give the kite two key advantages: Lower drag at normal angles of attack and better profile stability at low angles of attack! At normal angles of attack, the CamBattens keep the shape smooth and stable along the front part of the canopy. Aerodynamic theory tells us that this is the most important part of the profile for generating power with low drag.

As you let the bar out to de-power, the wind tries to collapse the front part of the canopy and push the kite back. CamBattens resist this by keeping a full, stable shape near the leading edge, allowing the kite to fly at lower angles of attack for more depower.

Combine the CamBattens with Trim Tips, the new tip geometry lets the kite tilt even farther, and de-power to the maximum.

All of this gives the VEGAS 2010 a very direct feel on the bar, better low end performance due to reduced drag, and a much wider wind range. On the water you will notice that the wind just seems a lot smoother, with less holes and gusts.

This simple yet high performing kite can be used with any 5th line control bar providing the depower line is more than 45cm long.

North 04/05 5th Element Control Bars can be used but upgrading to the Iron Heart Chicken Loop is recommended.

• Real C-Kite Feeling
• 2 Setups: Freestyle Newschool / Freestyle High Depower
• Constant Power
• Moderate Aspect Ratio
• Competition / New School kite
• Cambattens - crispier feel, better range, better low end
• Easy water relaunch
• Massive depower / huge wind range
• Easy to jump
• 2 Pump Simplicity
• 4 or 5 Line Compatible
• Inflatable Tips
• Designed for 5th Element Control Bar