In Focus: Naish 2020 Product Overview
Features / Wed 31st Jul, 2019 @ 1:30 pm
“Driven by a passion for the sport and a thirst to innovate, Naish fuses the talent of top engineers and athletes with cutting edge technologies and premium materials. The result is a wide range of SUP, windsurfing, kiting, and surfing products developed to suit the individual needs of anyone. From the seasoned professional to the weekend warrior, to someone just getting their toes wet for the first time. Whatever the reason, whatever the impulse, wherever the water takes you. This is your moment. Make it extraordinary.” – Robby Naish
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For 2020, Naish is all about giving each rider the tools they need to savour their time on the water, and we’ve got the product overview, right here!
Naish 2020 Kites
Pivot
Freeride/Wave
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This year we have fine-tuned the tension in the whole canopy by adding a seam that spreads the backline tension further towards the centre of the kite for an even more powerful and balanced kite as well as the new OnePoint and SureLock Inflation System.
2x winner of Red Bull King of the Air, the Pivot is direct, versatile and efficient, maintaining its stand out performer status in the Naish kite line. Perfect for both novice and professional kiters alike, the Pivot provides plenty of sheet-in-and-go, predictable power, direct bar pressure, easy jumping and control in the air. The superior choice for versatile performance, the Pivot maintains a large wind range, proving dynamic and responsive in everything from waves to flat water.
It has earned an impressive reputation for its intuitive steering and tight, quick axis of rotation, and this new generation continues to push its capabilities even further. With the Quad-Tex material, we have managed to remove heavy dacron panels along the struts—reducing weight while retaining canopy rigidity. The leading edge seam is made with our exclusive thread that has tested off the charts in overall strength. The Pivot also comes with our exclusive Bladder Lock, which eliminates the risk of bladder movement in the leading edge and struts to ensure they stay in place when inflating, deflating, crashing or packing.
While the Pivot has received various tweaks and improvements that enhance the performance characteristics, it continues to stay true to its loyal following and remains as one of the most sought after kites worldwide.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Pivot, please click here.
Slash
Pure Wave/Strapless
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This year we have fine-tuned the tension in the whole canopy by adding a seam that spreads the backline tension further towards the centre of the kite for an even more powerful and balanced kite as well as the new OnePoint and SureLock Inflation System.
The ideal choice to stoke out dedicated wave kiters, the 2020 Slash delivers unmatched drift, a wide wind range and quicker reaction time.
The leading edge bladder is tapered through the wingtip, creating a small diameter for fast turning speed and response. Providing incredible low-end power and the best down-the-line drift in the Naish line, the bar pressure is light to help fight fatigue and keep kiters on the water even longer. Made to take a beating in heavy surf, the Quad-Tex canopy remains the strongest material in the industry, while the leading edge seam features our exclusive HT+ thread that tested off the charts in strength. Thanks to the strength that Quad-Tex provides, Dacron strut panels can be removed without a loss of canopy rigidity, allowing for further weight reduction. Our unique Bladder Lock ensures there is no movement in the leading edge bladder or struts when inflating, deflating, crashing or packing.
The Slash has established itself as Naish’s premier wave kite, providing incredible down-the-line drift and stable flight, perfect for park-and-ride style kitesurfing.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Slash, please click here.
Triad
All-around Freeride
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This 3-strut platform makes it the easiest, most versatile kite around.
The new Triad is much more than an evolution of the Ride; it’s been redesigned and re-engineered. We’ve taken the original iconic user-friendly design and developed it further to be even more versatile and provide a whole new riding experience. This new, three-strut frame offers greater stability. The centre luff strut creates excellent low-end power, allowing the kite to drift and providing great sheet-in-and-go. The stiffer centre also increases the Triad’s wind range, providing improved handling in stronger winds and gusty conditions. It also allows us to move the two outer struts lower for a more direct bar feel and improved turning ability. Its low aspect ratio and gradual curve in the wingtip produce smooth turns and very predictable flying. This is perfect for anyone who prefers steady movements over a more punchy kite.
Mistakes are minimal with the Triad, so no need to worry if you oversheet it, dive it too hard, or overfly your kite. It also has excellent wing stability when resting on the water—so you have plenty of time to make adjustments before relaunching. Smooth-flying, stable and forgiving, the Triad gives riders plenty of time to react and plenty of room to grow, so you’re in complete control at all times.
From complete beginners to kiters looking to improve, to those seeking an easy-riding experience, anyone looking for an easy to control a kite will enjoy the Triad.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Triad, please click here.
Dash
Freestyle/Freeride
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Compared to the Pivot, the Dash is more engaging, more “punchy” and turns faster. It also creates more drive when unhooked. Its power and forward flying ability deliver similar performance to the Torch—creating good pop and slack for kiters that like to ride unhooked.
Advanced kiters looking for a fast and powerful kite will be stoked on the Dash. This kite flies fast, turns fast and has a powerful and “punchy” feel. The C-shape, small leading edge and relatively flat profile create strong pull immediately, which is a huge benefit for riders looking to jump high. The Dash not only turns fast, but it also completes them nicely too.
Anyone looking to pull off a killer kite loop will benefit from its superior turning performance. This newest model features a new bridle geometry creating a much better low end for more consistent power in gusty conditions. Those looking to ride unhooked will find its forward flying ability and power to perform similar to a Torch, as it offers excellent pop and slack.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Dash, please click here.
Boxer
Freeride/Foiling
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The lightest kite on the market, and therefore exceptionally efficient in marginal conditions Amazing water relaunch in marginal conditions.
With its light pull, lightweight and light input, the Boxer is the ultimate kite for underpowered riding and foiling. The single luff strut and Quad-Tex construction create a lightweight framework that stays in the air easily—even in super light wind. This eliminates any struggle to keep the kite up, so you can keep your focus on foiling. When sheeting out, it quickly offers a lot of depower in a shorter throw. This prevents the kite from pulling too much and feels as if it almost disappears. Its lightweight load pulls more through the bar than through the harness, for more direct steering. And because it’s so responsive to lighter inputs, lighter riders and foilers can easily make micro-adjustments without being thrown off-balance. This year we worked on making the kite even lighter.
Each size has saved up to 280 g, making the boxer the lightest kite on the market. All these precious grams saved translate to weight the wind does not need to carry anymore and creates a more efficient kite for your session. Available in sizes as small as 2.8 meters, the Boxer is built for foiling. It’s such a great all-around performer that larger sizes do well during light wind twin tip riding too! If you’re foiling, riding underpowered, or have lighter input, the Boxer will let you push the boundaries of light wind.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Boxer, please click here.
Torch with ESP
Pro Performance Freestyle
This year we have fine-tuned the tension in the whole canopy by adding a seam that spreads the backline tension further towards the centre of the kite for an even more powerful and balanced kite as well as the new OnePoint and SureLock Inflation System.
The longest-running kite in the Naish line, the Torch with ESP has kept freestyle, and big-air specialists stoked for over a decade.
With input from Red Bull King of the Air Champions and top freestyle kiters, the Torch continues to be refined and tuned to deliver smoother power and precise handling for predictable flying. Adjustments to the leading edge and 5th line deliver marked improvements in low-end power, ensuring maximum power delivery in marginal conditions.
The strength and rigidity of Quad-Tex contribute to overall weight reduction, enabling our designers to remove components that are no longer necessary. HT Plus—the leading edge thread reinforcement—continues to support the strength of our kites, ensuring the leading edge holds strong, beating after beating. Last, but not least, the ESP setting allows kiters to tune the flying angle for better control and easier depower.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Torch with ESP, please click here.
Naish 2020 Wing-Surfer
Wingfoiling
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It’s a unique cross between kitesurfing, windsurfing and foil surfing with the added element to be used on any stand-up paddleboard as well.
The Wing-Surfer is the ultimate handheld inflatable surfing wing. It’s a cross between a windsurfing sail and kiteboarding kite but with no rigging, no hardware and no strings attached! It is made with the same industry-leading and high-quality materials and construction as Naish kiteboarding kites, utilizing Quad-Tex canopy material and top-of-the-line Teijin dacron leading edge and strut for lightweight, yet long-lasting performance.
Our goal with the Wing-Surfer was to pinpoint where performance meets simplicity. The Naish One Point Inflation System allows for quick inflation while integrated ergonomic handles along the centre strut provide comfortable and easy handling. At 4 m2 the Wing-Surfer is just the right size to do it all – providing enough power and speed for light wind cruising on a stand-up paddleboard or enough power and lift for a foil board to get up and glide in as little as 12 knots of wind. The dihedral swept wing design is perfectly balanced, lightweight, extremely stable and easy to handle. Integrated velcro straps on the handles allow for quick attachment of your SUP paddle for added mobility in case the wind dies. The Wing-Surfer deflates in seconds and packs up into the provided backpack for incredibly easy transport and travel. Check out the Q & A with Robby Naish, right here!
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Wingsurfer, please click here.
Naish 2020 Twintip Boards
Monarch
Pro Performance Freestyle
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Centred inserts prolong board life, new tips increase power, and additional reinforcement patches heighten durability
The Monarch has built a loyal following of freestyle kiters all over the world thanks to its state-of-the-art, no-compromise freestyle design. Delivering direct power for upwind drive and explosive pop on demand, this is the board Kevin Langeree, and top freestyle riders choose to ride when pushing the limits of big air kiteboarding.
Defined edges, powerfully engineered stiff flex and deep channels provide outstanding grip—even when at speed in choppy water. A lightweight basalt fibre construction gives the Monarch an incredible strength-to-weight ratio and responsive flex. Its radiated Carbon V delivers insane pop when loading for freestyle manoeuvres or huge jumps.
The performance proved 3D bottom shape is composed of bevelled channel rails and steep quad tips for increased tracking and phenomenal edging. The reduced concave in the centre section improves water entry and optimised flex between the rider’s feet.
Highly engineered and sleek in design, this board is ready to perform to the rigorous demands of every bold kiteboarder.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Monarch, please click here.
KL Pro Model
Pro Performance Big Air/Freestyle
Built for 3x King of the Air Champ Kevin Langeree to keep pushing the limits of big air kiteboarding.
The KL Pro Model is a collaborative effort between Naish and the 3x King of the Air Champ Kevin Langeree. We started with Kevin’s favourite board, the Monarch, and tuned it for even better big air performance. While the Monarch has built a loyal following of freestyle kiters all over the world thanks to its state-of-the-art, no-compromise freestyle design, The KL Pro comes in two new sizes delivering direct power for upwind drive and explosive pop on-demand.
Like the Monarch, defined edges, powerfully engineered stiff flex and deep channels provide outstanding grip—even when at speed in choppy water and comes with a larger 5 cm fin set for even better grip. A lightweight basalt fibre construction gives the KL Pro Model an incredible strength-to-weight ratio and responsive flex. Its radiated Carbon V delivers insane pop when loading for freestyle manoeuvres or huge jumps.
The performance proved 3D bottom shape is composed of bevelled channel rails and steep quad tips for increased tracking and phenomenal edging. The reduced concave in the centre section improves water entry and optimised flex between the rider’s feet.
Highly engineered and sleek in design, this board exceeds the demands of the best big air kiteboarder in the world.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 KL Pro Model, please click here.
Stomp
Performance Freestyle/Wakestyle
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New Flex Tips for better control on sliders! The Stomp offers riders the best of all worlds: superior freestyle and freeride performance with the advantages of a wakestyle-inspired design. With input from 2017 Triple-S Champion, Ewan Jaspan, the Stomp has been shaped to hold up to the most demanding manoeuvres. Ideal for aggressive wakestyle riders using footstraps or boots, this board delivers insane drive, edging and pop. New Flex Tips offer better control through slider and kicker sessions, and the Sintered Base adds durability, so your board stays in top shape through more sessions.
Its 3D bottom shaping gives confidence to freestyle manoeuvres. Deep centre channels and trapezoidal skid plates provide superior edging and the flat centre converting to V offer controlled sliding. The medium-to-high rocker answers the crucial needs of any freestyler. It delivers solid upwind performance and increased speed, grants superior pop, remains forgiving in flat landings and maintains a smooth ride—even in choppy water. Its tapered rails reduce weight in the tips, defining the edges for increased grip and solid directional stability. Centred inserts allow riders to switch stance setup so both sides can be ridden on their heelside—extending the lifetime of the board for riders who spend time in the park.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Stomp, please click here.
Drive
High-Performance Freeride
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Centred inserts extend board life by allowing you to swap heelside edges. Drawing inspiration from the Naish Motion—a global favourite—the Drive features a similar freeride shape in a high performance-oriented construction. Ideal for intermediate-to-advanced riders who demand an extremely lightweight and responsive board, the Drive delivers offers superior speed and upwind performance.
New centred inserts allow riders to comfortably and easily ride both rails, which dramatically extends its lifespan. Its carbon glass fusion construction makes it the lightest board in the Naish line and features heightened durability alongside a crisp and responsive ride. The Drive’s rails gradually taper, providing lightweight tips and defined edges for outstanding grip and optimum flex.
Bevelled tunnel edges enhance the smooth riding experience. Its supreme pop wood core provides unmatched reflex characteristics while its freeride rocker delivers aggressive pop and a dynamic ride through both chop and flatwater conditions.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Drive, please click here.
Drive Limited Edtion
High-Performance Freeride
All the performance of the Drive with a badass, limited edition graphic! Born to ride. These three words encompass the spirit of Naish. With over twenty years in kiteboarding, the Drive Limited Edition celebrates Naish’s rich history with a badass graphic on our best board. Just as the name implies, the Drive Limited Edition will be available for a limited time and number of boards produced.
The Drive features a freeride shape in a high performance-oriented construction. Ideal for intermediate-to-advanced riders who demand an extremely lightweight and responsive board, the Drive delivers superior speed and upwind performance.
New centred inserts allow riders to comfortably and easily ride both rails, which dramatically extends the boards lifespan. Its carbon glass fusion construction makes it the lightest board in the Naish line and features heightened durability alongside a crisp and responsive ride. The Drive’s rails gradually taper, providing lightweight tips and defined edges for outstanding grip and optimum flex.
Bevelled tunnel edges enhance the smooth riding experience. Its supreme pop wood core provides unmatched reflex characteristics while its freeride rocker delivers aggressive pop and a dynamic ride through both chop and flatwater conditions.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Drive Limited Edition, please click here.
Motion
Performance Freeride
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New “V” cutouts control flex in the tips, and centred inserts extend board life by allowing you to swap heelside edges.
The Motion has built a global following over the years, providing unrivalled versatility in one “do-it-all” design. This board offers something for kiters of all stages and styles from freeride and freestyle performance to twin tip waveriding functionality.
Adding more appeal to this popular design, the new flex tips make the ride smoother and landings softer. We’ve also centred the inserts for this year allowing riders to easily transition between rails which dramatically extends the life of the board. Its full rocker and bevelled razor channel rails handle even the choppiest of waters smoothly.
The pop wood core gives the Motion responsive flex while providing balanced power and superior edging while helping to absorb hard landings. The added fin beam in the tip section adds rigidity to the fin mounting area, increasing edging ability and hold when travelling upwind.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Motion, please click here.
Switch
Versatile Freeride
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It’s an entirely new board for 2020! Conditions vary, people are asymmetrical, and now there is a board that you can dial into your preferences.
The Switch is a new design which gives a great all-around board even more versatility. The inserts on the board are centred so that both its rails can be ridden, which dramatically extends its lifespan. Since both rails are different lengths, you can choose which side you want to ride depending on conditions and riding preference. If the wind is light and you are riding a big kite, the longer side can give you more rail in the water—keeping you planing, so you can get upwind.
If the wind is cranking and the water is rough, you can switch to the shorter side for quicker turning so that you can load fast between the chop. It is also an excellent option for different size people that want to share a board.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Switch, please click here.
Hero
All-round Freeride
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Brand new shape and construction with a concave bottom and thinned out step rails along with centred inserts extend board life.
The Hero is designed to take riders from their first reaches and beyond in this user-friendly freeride board. Not easily outgrown—nor is it only for beginners—the high flex Hero provides a smooth, forgiving ride and on-demand control that even the most experienced kiters love.
This brand new shape features poured TPU rails for seamless rail construction and heightened durability. Centred inserts also extend the life of the board, allowing kiters to easily transition between rails and distribute wear. Featuring the same all-around rocker as our popular Motion twin tip, the Hero is easy to ride in all conditions.
Strategically placed impact reinforcement zones help diffuse impact throughout the board, providing maximum durability as skills grow with time. Whether just learning, growing, or cruising, the Hero is the easy, all-around board designed to keep the experience fun.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Hero, please click here.
Alana
Women’s Freeride/Freestyle
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Centred inserts let kiters easily swap stances to ride both rails as their heelside edge, thereby extending the lifespan of the board.
The Alana is designed specifically for women who demand all-around freeride, freestyle and TT waveriding performance in a single board. The outline, flex and dimensions are all specifically designed to respond to lighter degrees of rider input and lower loads.
New centred (the) inserts allow riders to easily transition between rails, which dramatically extends the life of the board. The medium rocker is the perfect blend of responsive feel and forgiving ride, while the supreme wood core delivers a soft, natural flex without sacrificing strength or weight. 3D bottom shaping ensures this versatile board can meet and exceed performance demands, as the Alana is shaped for excellent edging, chop piercing precision and superior grip.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Alana, please click here.
Orbit
Lightwind Freeride
Max power tips and four-fin configuration. The Orbit is designed to get kiters out on the water and riding with ease when the wind is light.
Featuring a large surface area and flat rocker, the Orbit planes quickly and easily. The double concave bottom and responsive flex give it a smooth and forgiving ride. Its asymmetric design maximises efficiency in marginal conditions for strong upwind performance while maintaining a fun, playful ride.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Orbit, please click here.
Naish 2020 Directional Boards
Global
Performance Wave
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New sizes, outlines, rocker profiles, a lightweight Durafinish, and new corduroy pads for increased grip and comfort.
Although a great all-around performer, the Global is designed to be ridden fast and hard, matching the speed and power of the world’s premiere waves.
Its double bamboo sandwich deck with our new lightweight durafinish keeps the board light and durable, giving the rider absolute confidence in even the heaviest situations. Featuring thinned-out rails, a unique bat-tail and pronounced rocker in the tail, the Global draws out long, smooth turns beautifully and is snappy and responsive when ridden vertically in the pocket. With a slightly shorter outline and thruster fin setup, the Global provides excellent grip and stability at speed—allowing riders to hold their lines regardless of wave size or wind conditions—and slices through chop with ease, especially when compared to most directionals.
Whether you ride perfect reef breaks or mushy onshore waves, the 2020 Global will have you ripping like a pro, session after session!
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Global, please click here.
Skater
Versatile Wave/Freeride
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New sizes, outlines, rocker profiles, lightweight Durafinish construction, grab rails and new corduroy pads for increased grip and comfort.
New deck shape from the midpoint forward gives your front foot better grip and makes it easy to grab your board.
It’s a super fun board to ride no matter what the conditions. Compact shape for control in the air.
Responsive and snappy, the Skater is the perfect board for kiters who ride a variety of conditions and the choice for twin tip riders that are new to directional riding. Featuring a compact and modern shape, the Skater takes directional strapped or strapless riding to new levels of fun anywhere, in any condition. The compact outline, provides amazing control in the air, making the board stick to your feet more than any conventional directional board could ever match.
For 2020 the Skater has been fine-tuned with a shorter outline to deliver improved control and balance. This assists riders as they execute aerial tricks and hit critical wave sections with ease and confidence. The incredibly durable bamboo laminate construction works with lightweight Durafinish construction and added laminate combined with a full deck pad to provide outstanding impact resistance. The rocker and single concave combine to improve grip and manoeuvrability for a tighter turning radius and exceptional upwind ability. The bevelled rails in the front provide incredible forgiveness when coming down from a top turn on steep waves or landing jumps backwards. Thinner rails help twin tip riders transition to directional riding faster and easier.
If you are a strapless freestyle extraordinaire or searching for an option that is easy to transport and provides incredible performance in an astonishing variety of conditions, the Skater is your board.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Skater, please click here.
Go-To
Versatile Wave
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New sizes, outlines, rocker profiles, lighter construction durafinish and a new corduroy traction pad pattern.
Designed to perform no matter what conditions are presented, the Go-To has quickly become a favourite board for strapless riders, thanks to its easy-to-please shape.
With a slightly shorter outline and straighter rocker than the Global, the Go-To is quick to plane and provides unrivalled upwind ability, making it the perfect board when riding underpowered or in gusty winds. Its large sweet spot makes the Go-To an excellent board for riders seeking an easy platform to progress their strapless riding—from basic transitions to complex strapless tricks. It also features footstrap inserts and can be ridden with straps if desired. Its rocker line and slightly wider tail provide incredible performance in a wide range of conditions, from mushy surf with onshore winds to sideshore, down-the-line perfection.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Go-To, please click here.
Alaia
Lightwind Freeride
True to its roots, the Alaia takes it back to when surfing began in Hawaii. It is shaped out of a solid dual-wood core with a surf design that has been refined for a seamless transition into today’s kiteboarding. It has incredible upwind performance and is sensationally fun and playful. Its performance shines in light to marginal winds.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Alaia, please click here.
Naish 2020 Foil Boards
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Hover 112
Expert Foiling
A thinner profile, lightweight Durafinish construction.
Highly compact with minimal volume, the Hover 112 takes full advantage of minimalist design. Intended for experienced-to-expert foilers, this petite board delivers superior control in tight turns for dynamic and responsive riding experience. When riding strapless, another key advantage of its size is the ability to sink the board and position it on its edge for easier take-offs. It’s precise, CNC cut, the closed-cell core is wrapped in our new lightweight Durafinish, which heightens durability without weighing it down. The dual-track system allows riders to instantly adjust where the foil sits on the board, for more customised riding experience. Once you master foiling, “less is more. . . “ and these boards provide everything you want, with nothing you don’t!
When pairing Naish Hover Foilboards with your Naish Foil, use the screws supplied with the foil.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Hover 112, please click here.
Hover 127
Expert Foiling
A thinner profile, lightweight Durafinish construction.
Highly compact with minimal volume, the Hover 127 takes full advantage of minimalist design. Intended for experienced-to-expert foilers, this petite board delivers superior control in tight turns for dynamic and responsive riding experience. When riding strapless, another key advantage of its size is the ability to sink the board and position it on its edge for easier take-offs. It’s precise, CNC cut, the closed-cell core is wrapped in our new lightweight Durafinish, which heightens durability without weighing it down. The dual-track system allows riders to instantly adjust where the foil sits on the board, for more customised riding experience. Once you master foiling, “less is more. . . “ and these boards provide everything you want, with nothing you don’t!
When pairing Naish Hover Foilboards with your Naish Foil, use the screws supplied with the foil.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Hover 127, please click here.
Hover 130
Intermediate-to-Expert Foiling
Its minimalist design and thin profile and super low volume make water starting extremely easy.
The Hover 130 foil board is the perfect way to take your foiling to the next level. A flat midsection with rounded edges delivers early and forgiving planing to assist with launching. The nose section—transferring into a V-bottom and pulled-up nose—reduces the potential to pearl when touching down.
The Hover Kite 130 foilboard has a shallower track system and therefore requires the shorter screws as supplied with the board. This board CANNOT be used with the longer screws that come with the Naish Kite Performance Freeride Complete.
When pairing all other Naish Hover Foilboards with your Naish Foil, use the screws supplied with the foil.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Hover 130, please click here.
Hover 144
Foiling
All-new shape for 2020, with a thin profile that makes water starting easy, lightweight Durafinish construction.
Brand new for 2020 the Hover 144 is the board for foil kiters of all levels. Influenced by the Hover 112 and 127, the overall shape and outline make learning to foil easy yet still providing the performance needed to progress and not be outgrown. The freeride shape with minimal volume offers excellent stability and makes water starting easy and forgiving.
Made with a precise, CNC cut closed-cell core and finished with our new lightweight Durafinish for excellent durability without added weight. The dual 10” track system allows users to precisely adjust foil position for an optimised foiling experience.
When pairing Naish Hover Foilboards with your Naish Foil, use the screws supplied with the foil.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Hover 144, please click here.
Hover 160
Beginner-to-Intermediate Foiling
Its thin rails and low volume makes water starting easy. Whether just getting started or looking to take your foiling to the next level, the Hover 160 foilboard is a fantastic and forgiving choice for gliding above the water. Featuring a PU foam core, fibreglass and topsheet construction, the Hover 160 is incredibly durable. Its flat rocker line, rounded edges and generous buoyancy translate to early and forgiving planing. With plenty of volume, the Hover 160 offers a hefty sweet spot and great stability. Drastically limiting the potential to nose dive, the Hover 160 is the “ace up your sleeve” — Master the art of foiling with the durable and easy-to-use Hover 160.
The Hover Kite 160 foilboard has a shallower track system and therefore requires the shorter screws as supplied with the board.
This board CANNOT be used with the longer screws that come with the Naish Kite Performance Freeride Complete.
When pairing all other Naish Hover Foilboards with your Naish Foil, use the screws supplied with the foil.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Hover 160, please click here.
Hover Wake
Multi-Sport Platform
All-new ultra-compact shapes for 2020.
Whether you are wake foiling, wake surfing, foil surfing, foil kiting or kitesurfing, if there’s a wave the Hover Wake 4’6” and 5’0” can ride it.
Designed initially with wake surfing and foiling in mind, the Hover Wakesurf has the ideal outline, volume and rocker for performance wake surfing. Adding another dimension to the behind-the-boat experience attaching any of the Naish Jetfoil sets to the two 10” US-Box track system allows users to rise above the water’s surface and wake foil and opens the possibility of riding the second and third wakes. Wake foiling also eliminates the need for glassy waters, making choppy afternoons butter smooth.
Built with a strong, yet light, double bamboo sandwich with multiple footstrap inserts and provided thruster fin set, the Hover Wakesurf also opens the door to riding possibilities beyond the boat. Experienced foil surfers will appreciate its nimble handling. Kiteboarders have also latched on to the Hover Wakesurf as a do it all board for strapped/strapless kitesurfing and foil kiting.
At first sight, the Hover Wakesurf has the potential for massive amounts of fun on the water no matter what the situation.
For more information on Naish’s 2020 Hover Wake, please click here.
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By Jen Tyler
Italian/Egyptian Jen Tyler grew up on the sandy beaches of the Red Sea and has been on the IKSURFMAG & Tonic Mag team since 2017.
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