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 new 09 signature model Hadlow Pro has been designed specifically for the needs of the world champion PKRA kitesurfer Aaron Hadlow. Flexifoil have worked tirelessly over the past year - tweaking, tuning and improving the AHPRO design, to improve the kites performance which is already likened to an F1 car.

The performance enhancement seen with the new 09 design is impressive. Aaron specifically wanted Flexifoil to improve the larger kites ability to drive quickly to the top of the window during the kiteloop. This has been achieved, the new kite races to the top of the window enabling massive powered driving megaloop and with predictable responsive control and soft landing.

Flexifoil also improved the kites re-launch ability, reduced the weight, made the kite stronger and improved the bar feedback. You know where the kite is and what it is doing at any given time. These improvements have helped
Aaron achieve what no kitesurfer has ever done before; win five consecutive PKRA world titles and become the world’s undisputed best freestyle kiteboarder.

Aaron's 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 in the same sizes that Aaron has in his quiver (5.5m, 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.

 

The new AH Pro is the kite of choice for the advanced freestyle rider who is looking to push their level of riding and are looking for a kite that will not hold them back, they’re designed for the fearless and the brave - have you got what it takes?!

 

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.

 

When in 4-line mode the effect is even more pronounced. The two four meter 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 Aaron’s signature powered 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.

 

Inflatable Wingtip Struts
Getting the kite off the water fast is important to Aaron. In a seven minute PKRA heat Aaron regularly pulls an incredible 20+ tricks! If he drops his kite it’s vital that he can get it off the water fast. The Hadlow pros have oversized wingtips to aid the kite’s fast turning ability and a narrow front tube for fast kite speed. These can mean that the kite can be tricky to launch especially in rough conditions.

 

To help the kite relaunch the new design incorporates inflatable wingtip batons across the whole range. The smaller sizes 5.5, 7, 9, retain optional rigid baton, to provide direct turning response.

 

New XS size 5.5m
During the past year the AH PRO has been the kite of choice for the world best junior kitesurfers. With large numbers of young teens ripping they have all asked whether a smaller size kite would be possible. We now have a 5.5m, perfect for lighter, younger riders and women. As you’d expect the 5.5 is incredibly fast and powerful.

 

The response Flexifoil have had from their riders whilst testing this new size has been incredible. Of course this new size can also be used in extreme winds by the very experienced - 40knot riding is a reality.

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.

 

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.

 

Upgraded flying line
The new AH PRO kites’ explosive performance creates a high
peak load on the flying lines. To withstand this power, the flying
lines have been upgraded to 270kg (from 250kg). The line
lengths are exactly the same as Aaron uses. 22m - (18m + 4m)

 

Larger sizes pack down smaller
Aaron travels more than most people! Reducing the pack down size of the kites he travels with is good news! The 11m and 13m’s inflatable wingtip batons means that the kite pack down to the same size as a 9m.

 

Less weight, more protection
When Aaron is training he crashes his kite hard many times. Therefore his kites need to be incredibly durable yet super light to aid flying characteristics. We’ve fitted Ballistic Nylon so that the stitching is protected against the rough beach environment. Flexifoil have also reduced the bumpers size to reduce the weight as much as possible.

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.

 

Anti Flutter
Toughened and flexible battens are sewn into the trailing edge near
the wingtips. Reinforced with Dacron, they create a stiffer trailing
edge and a clean release for turbulent air passing over the wingtip
to reduce drag and provide an increased turn speed.

 

Rigid Strut
The connection between the struts and the leading edge tube has been completely remodelled allowing for millimetre perfect construction, improved strength and increased rigidity in the kite frame.

 

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 power-driven experience.

 

Dacron Reinforcements
Dacron® front and rear attachment points ensures the load is
spread evenly through the kite. Dacron® cage keeps the kite light
whilst still retaining strength.

 

 

 

Flexifoil Hadlow Pro 09 Comes complete with:

• Flexifoil Hadlow Pro 2009 kite
• Pump
• Instructions
• Registration pack
• Kite storage bag

Flexifoil Hadlow Pro 09 Control Bar sold separately - carbon bar 48cm, 250kg / 18m + 4m / 4 line set, 5th line kit and handle pass leash.

 

	* A Harness is required to fly this kite - click for harnesses >>
	* You can learn how-to setup and fly water relaunchable kites using the Kiteboarding Progression DVD - click for info >>

Specs

Model	Wingspan (sq m)	Flat Surface Area (sq m)	Aspect Ratio	Sail Material	Skill Level
5.5	TBA	TBA	TBA	Ripstop Polyester	Int / Exp
7.0	TBA	TBA	TBA		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)
5.5	24-39	22-35
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 2009 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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