Description

The Flexifoil HadlowPro was designed and built for the world’s best freestyle rider, Aaron Hadlow. The development of this kite has been relentless to meet the demands of his new-school style of technical, competition-level riding. While most other brands have closed their C-shape product lines, we have continued to innovate in this important, performance-led field. The result of Flexifoil's technical brilliance and Aaron’s extreme ability and determination has been absolute domination of the PKRA World Championship for the last four years.

 

The HadlowPro’s development was pushed by the fact that Aaron is one of the most progressive riders around. His style is constantly changing and evolving and as such this kite is a way into his current style of mega-loops and powered, tweaked, wake-style moves. These cutting-edge moves are made possible due to a super-fast turn-rate and a canopy that delivers power all the way through the turn – you come in hot, but you won’t get dropped! Technically sublime and freakishly optimised, the HadlowPro is the current pinnacle of kites for riders who have the determination to not only want to ride like Aaron, but want to be better than him.

The Flexifoil HadlowPro is available February 2008, in the same four sizes that Aaron has in his quiver (7m, 9m, 11m and 13m) which provides a kite for almost every weather and water condition.

 

Bar setup comes in two different flavours, a 5-line (default) and the HadlowPro 4-line setup* – the configuration that Aaron uses day to day.

 

The Flexifoil HadlowPro is available in one colourway which was developed in conjunction with Aaron.

 

Technology developed for use on the HadlowPro has also directly improved Flexifoil's other kitesurf products. Many of the design techniques used to max out the HadlowPro have increased the performance of Flexifoi's other kites whilst retaining the accessibility and ease of use Flexifoil are known for.

 

Performance Features:

Ultra Thin Leading Edge Tube
Increases the speed through the window and therefore the manoeuvrability of the kite.

Altered Strut Pattern
The struts have all moved towards the tip of the kite. This gives the kite a more driving turn by keeping the first two sail panels near the wingtip stiff, ensuring that the load from steering the bar is transferred into twisting the kite, rather than causing any localised deformation.

New Aerofoil Shape
The new centre section of the kite ensures the kite drives all the way through the turn and produces a constant pull which is required for predictable megaloops and standard kiteloops.

 

Supported Leading Edge Tube
Whether in HadlowPro 4-line mode or the standard 5-line mode, the ultra-thin kite LE is supported in the centre section by two lines. This helps to maintain the correct LE shape and increase kite power production. When in 4-line mode the effect is even more pronounced.

 

The two four metre extensions are attached to the front lines which means the tow point of the kite is less effected when the kite is loaded up, thereby keeping the grunt in the kite which is required for
wakestyle moves.

Large Wingtips
These increase the turn-rate of the HadlowPro. This works in combination with the new aerofoil providing a huge turning area.

Construction Features:

Wingtip Batons

Makes the end section of the wingtip stiff, providing the rider with direct feedback to the bar and a kite that steers extremely responsively. On turning the kite, the baton spreads the load into the wingtip and reduces the chance of any local deformation.

 

Reinforced Leading Edge Tube
Reinforced stitching increases the stiffness and strength of the tube. This not only helps soak up a few slams, but also maintains the shape of the aerofoil for a more powered experience.

 

Dacron Reinforcement
Dacron® front and rear attachment points ensures the load is spread evenly through the kite. Dacron® removed from the middle of the wingtip keeps the weight of the kite to a minimum and a slimmed down Dacron® cage keeps the kite light whilst still retaining strength.

Standard Flexifoil Features:

 

EZ Single-Point Inflation

As with all Flexifoil kitesurfing products, the EZ single-point inflation system increases the speed of kite setup getting you out on the water in less time.

Wingtip Pump Valve
This gives you a quick and simple pack down by dumping all air out of the bladders as the kite is rolled up.

Comes complete with:

• Flexifoil Hadlow Pro 2008 kite
• Pump
• Repair kit
• Instructions
• Registration pack
• Kite storage bag

Flexifoil Hadlow Pro 08 Control Bar sold separately.

 

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Specs

Model	Wingspan (sq m)	Flat Surface Area (sq m)	Aspect Ratio	Sail Material	Skill Level
7.0	TBA	TBA	TBA	Ripstop Polyester	Int / Exp
9.0	TBA	TBA	TBA		Int / Exp
11.0	TBA	TBA	TBA		Int / Exp
13.0	TBA	TBA	TBA		Int / Exp

Wind Range
Model	5-Line Mode (knots)	4-Line Mode (knots)
7.0	22-34	20-30
9.0	20-28	18-26
11.0	16-23	16-22
13.0	13-18	13-18

 

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Hadlow Pro Control Bar

Flexifoil Hadlow Pro 2008 Control Bar Features:

Ultimate Grip
For assured handlepassing.

Soft-Section Bar-Ends
For handlepass comfort.

PU Tubing Centre Line
Fits into the bar’s centre hole tightly providing you with a connected feel to the kite. The PU tubing is also comfortable when holding the centre line between your fingers, great for holding the bar when
performing wakestyle tricks.

 

Clean Bar Setup
The bar has been designed to be as clean as possible – having nothing to tangle minimises the chance of anything going wrong in a minute heat.

Leader Line Floats
Protect your hands and make the bar easy to find after stacking it!

Unhook Chicken Loop
Included with the bar so you can hook in and out easier with one hand. A stiff section between the bottom of the centre line and the start of the chicken loop makes hooking in and out even simpler. The chicken loop is also equipped with a swivel so you can unspin the front lines quickly whilst riding.

 

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