ELEVEIGHT WS v7 kite review
Louis tests the Eleveight WS v7 kite in 7, 9, and 11m²:
- Rider experience: expert level.
- Rider build: 1.75m / 87kg.
- Riding style: Old School freestyle / Big Air and strapless Surf Kite.
The Eleveight WS v7 kite delivers excellent responsiveness, consistent pull, and light bar pressure. This kite is for wave riding. Its versatility also makes it an excellent choice for freeride.
Highlights of the Eleveight WS v7:
The Eleveight WS v7 kite continues to perform exceptionally well in waveriding and freeride, just like its predecessors. For 2023, it stands out with key adjustments to the bridle and the kite's wingtip shape.
This seventh version of the WS offers excellent handling for riders in waves or on foil.
The WS kite is well-balanced. It provides a light and lively feel in the air. It responds quickly to rider commands with fast, responsive turns.
Eleveight crafted this kite with high-quality construction and premium materials, including Teijin D4 ripstop. They lightened this year's kite range by using lighter PU struts. They also reduced the dacron surface on the Trailing Edge.
The 7m² WS v7 offers improved balance and better power distribution compared to previous versions. New this year, the WS v7 also features a pulley-less bridle system. This provides a more direct feel on the bar.
The new, squarer wingtip shape significantly improves the WS v7's behavior. It delivers smoother, more consistent pull during turns. The WS uses premium construction techniques and materials. It withstands impacts and stresses from falling in waves or during your foil learning curve.
When wave riding or learning new kite skills, you need a kite that can power up quickly.
The Eleveight WS also offers effective depower that engages rapidly, and it maintains stability in the air even when the lines slacken. Its precise power control allows you to position yourself exactly where you want in the wave.
When you need traction and power, the WS delivers fast turns with consistent pull throughout. The WS is also easy to steer with one hand, making it an excellent kite for waves, and perfect for lighter winds, freeride, and foil.
The 11 and 9 meter sizes we tested are also ideal for learning. They offer consistent power, effective depower, and good stability in the air.
Disadvantages of the Eleveight WS v7:
Some riders might think a kite designed for waves isn't for them, but this is an allround kite that truly excels in freeride.
Who it's for:
Wave riders and freeriders looking for a light, maneuverable kite with consistent power.
The Eleveight CS Vary Plus bar:
The Eleveight CS Vary Plus bar incorporates cutting-edge technology. Since its market debut, Eleveight has consistently met the latest safety requirements for its bars.
The Eleveight CS Vary Plus bar features a quick release that re-engages with a simple click. It also has an easy-to-adjust depower system with smooth operation.
With profiled EVA bar floats and a new PU-covered depower line, the CS Vary Plus is a solid bar that works perfectly with all Eleveight kite models.
Translated from the Kitesurfingmag website and adapted by the GlissEvolution team.
Key Features
| Section | Key takeaway |
|---|---|
| Louis tests the Eleveight WS v7 kite in 7, 9, and 11m² | Rider experience: expert level. |
| Highlights of the Eleveight WS v7 | The Eleveight WS v7 kite performs well in waveriding and freeride, like previous versions. It stands out in 2023 with some adjustments to the bridle and the wingtip shape. |
| Disadvantages of the Eleveight WS v7 | Some believe that a kite designed for waves might discourage users who don't ride in waves. This is an allround kite that excels in freeride. |
| The Eleveight CS Vary Plus bar | The Eleveight CS Vary Plus bar is packed with cutting-edge technology. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Louis tests the Eleveight WS v7 in 7, 9, and 11m²: what you need to know
Rider experience: expert level. Rider build: 1.75m / 87kg.
Highlights of the Eleveight WS v7: what you need to know
The Eleveight WS v7 kite excels in waveriding and freeride, just like its predecessors. For 2023, it stands out with refined adjustments to the bridle and the kite's wingtip shape. This seventh version of the WS offers excellent handling for wave and foil riders.
Disadvantages of the Eleveight WS v7: key takeaways.
Some believe that a kite designed for waves might discourage users who don't ride in waves. This is an allround kite that excels in freeride.
What should you know about the Eleveight CS Vary Plus bar?
The Eleveight CS Vary Plus bar is packed with cutting-edge technology. Since its market debut, Eleveight has consistently met the latest safety requirements for control bars.
Got a question about the gear mentioned here?
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