Core XR8 kite

Core XR8 Kite

High performance big air kite from Core with new dacron material

The Core XR has been one of the best big air kites on the market for years. With the new Core XR8 kiteCore raises the bar again in the field of high performance, big air and freeride. To get straight to the point when it comes to upgrades: the Core XR8 has a new dacron material on the leading edge. The new ExoTex®2 dacron material is super stiff and wear-resistant. The upgrade to ExoTex®2 has allowed Core to upgrade the entire frame of the XR8. Because the new dacron material is stiffer, Core has been able to reduce the diameter of the LE and struts and maintain the same stiffness of the frame. Due to a thinner Leading Edge and struts, the XR8 has less air resistance and the XR8 flies easier and faster through the wind window. This gives you a more direct control input and you can therefore jump even higher with the XR8, height records are guaranteed to be broken with this kite. If you like kiteloops, the upgrade will also come at the right time. The thin LE allows the Core XR8 to pull kiteloops faster and easily rise above you to sweep you up with a smooth downloop and land like a feather.

The characteristic 5 strut frame of the XR8 has of course been retained, as has the CoreTex®2 triple ripstop fabric. The 5 strut frame with triple ripstop ensures optimal stability. You will especially notice this in strong winds, in which the Core XR8 comes into its own. The unique pulley bridle system with CIT modes with which you can adjust the character of the XR8 to your wishes has also been transferred from the XR7 to the XR8. In addition, this pulley bridle system ensures that the XR8 has the most optimal angle to the wind, so that the XR8 always gives you maximum lift. The confidence that the Core XR8 will give you in extreme conditions is unparalleled, you will effortlessly fly through your old altitude record. Should you send the XR8 into the water after a crash, the Delta Bow shape will give you an effortless relaunch.

Our own experience with the XR8 was very positive. Where we often found the XR7 a bit on the slow side, the XR8 surprised us with its speed. Kiteloops went a lot smoother and a downloop was done in no time. So if you are looking for a super stable high performance kite for freeride and big air, then the XR8 is definitely a kite for you!

Specifications Core XR8 Kite

• Big Air | Free ride
• New ExoTex®2 leading edge material
• ExoTex® light struts
• CoreTex®2 triple ripstop fabric
• Thinner LE and strut diameter
• 5 strut design with high Y split
• Faster steering behaviour
• Easy relaunch
• Personally adjustable by CIT modes