Slingshot Sports Kiteboarding, Wakeboarding, and Stand Up Paddle

We’re really proud to introduce the new 2012 RPM today. The Slingshot RPM is the original “Open C” kite that started it all. It has evolved to become the kite that took Youri Zoon to a world title and has become a riders favorite throughout the world in just a few short years.

Building on it’s dramatic success of the Open-C canopy and Slingshot’s patented Split Strut technology, the RPM pushes kite design to a whole new level. Inspired by Youri’s world dominating performance on the tour, we modified the wing tip attachment points to optimize kite performance and deliver complete tuning customization. These additional features and the new 7m allows complete versatility in all conditions and all riding styles.

The 2012 RPM sets the standards of durability and stability while maintaining it’s legendary flying characteristics and aggressive look.

We can talk about this kite all day, but the best way to experience this kite is to watch Youri Zoon with it in Capetown. Then get out on the water and ride it yourself.

Get all the details of the new 2012 RPM here.

This is the story of new world champion in kitesurfing; Youri Zoon.
EyEFORcE productions has followed Brunotti rider Youri Zoon over the last couple of years, filming him on locations across the globe.
This video documents his career.

-PKRA footage courtesy of Extreme Elements
-OLD footage courtesey of Kaaps.nl

2012 Darkside

Board Size: 142cm

New for 2012, we’ve introduced a new shape and proven favorites that are lighter, stronger and proudly handcrafted in our USA factory.

In its third year the Darkside is the board that is driving the Wakestyle scene in kiteboarding. Ruben Lenten, Alex Fox, Eric Reinstra, and Joby Cook work tirelessly with Tony Logosz to design the ultimate Wakestyle board. It’s the weapon of choice for Wakestyle riders and is a park feature killing machine. On the water it offers massive drive, power and no whip pop. On the rails it is balanced, flexible, and super durable.

New for this year is our new lighter Future Response Technology. Exclusive innovations include Columbia Gold wood core, SingleShot Fusion Sidewall, Resin-X, Fastrack, Duraglide grindable base and Custom Culture Graphics. The Darkside is proudly handcrafted in our USA Factory.

2012 Slingshot Darkside Package:
142cm – Width: 43cm Tip Tail Width: 34cm Stance: 21″-26″

Darkside Deck
4, 2″ (5cm) G-10 “wakestyle” symmetrical fins
Fastrack mounting system
Lifetime Rider Service Hotline Support

Rider Profile:

-Intermediate to Expert.
-Boots, powered progression.
-Rides kickers, sliders and rails. Destroys jibs!
-Looking for controlled progressive flex, delivering top level performance.

SKU: 1221142

New for 2012, we’ve introduced a new shape and proven favorites that are lighter, stronger and proudly handcrafted in our USA factory.

2012 Glide

The Glide is your answer! Exclusive innovations include our Columbia Gold Wood Core, Single Shot Fusion Sidewall, Resin-X, Fastrack, Custom Culture Graphics and proudly built in the USA.

The light wind dominator just got lighter! Nothing beats this board in marginal or light wind conditions. If you are in the search for the ultimate soul searching Freeride session, your search is over.

2012 Slingshot Glide Package:
149cm – Width: 45.5 cm Tip Tail Width: 40.5cm Stance: 21″-26″

Glide Deck
-4x 6″ x .75″ (5cm) G-10 symmetrical fins
-Bolt-ons integrated foot pad and micro adjust strap system
-Fastrack mounting system
-Lifetime Rider Service Hotline Support

Rider Profile:
-Intermediate to Expert
-Jumping in light wind
-Soul sessions
-Maximizes time on the water in any condition

SKU: 1224149

New for 2012, Slingshot introduces groundbreaking twin tip board performance that caters to the top PKRA riders and aggressive intermediates to offer insane grip, pop, speed and control in an outline that lends consistent flex and unreal loading capabilities. The Mayhem has a contoured outline from tip to tail and precise thickness which allows hard carving. Designed by Tony Logosz, the Mayhem rides solid in chop and offers unmatched performance in variable conditions. Exclusive innovations include our Columbia Gold wood core, SingleShot Fusion Sidewall, Resin X, Fastrack and Custom Culture Graphics. Whether its ultra smooth flat-water conditions to knee high kickers, the 2012 Mayhem will be the one stop ticket for the progressive core rider! The Mayhem is proudly handcrafted in our USA Factory.

2012 Mayhem Board Package:
132- Width: 40.8cm Tip Tail Width: 31.5cm Stance: 21″-26″
136- Width: 42cm Tip Tail Width: 32.2cm Stance: 21″-26″

Mayhem deck with Radioactive Pop Core
-4x 2″ (5cm) G-10 asymmetrical fins
-Bolt-ons integrated foot pad and micro adjust strap system
-Fastrack mounting system
-Custom Culture Graphics
-Lifetime Rider Service Hotline Support

Mayhem Rider Profile:
-Intermediate to Expert
-Aggressive Freestyle
-Desires solid edging, massive pop and power
-Looking for controlled progressive flex, delivering top level performance

SKU: 1220

New for 2012, we’ve introduced a new shape and proven favorites that are lighter, stronger and proudly handcrafted in our USA factory.

The New 2012 Misfit offers a new outline, deck profile and Twin Channels, for more edging capability, consistent load with flex control, excellent upwind drive, and insane pop. With a weight reduction of .5 lbs (110g).

This years Misfit rides smoothly through chop without spray in your face, and offers the most versatility in all conditions. Exclusive innovations include our Radio Active POP Core, SingleShot Fusion Sidewall, Resin X, Fastrack and Custom Culture Graphics. The Misfit is proudly handcrafted in our USA Factory.

2012 Slingshot Misfit Package:
132- Width: 40cm Tip Tail Width: 32.5cm Stance: 21″-26″
136- Width: 40.5cm Tip Tail Width: 33.5cm Stance: 21″-26″
142- Width: 42cm Tip Tail Width: 34.5cm Stance: 21″-26″
146- Width: 43.5cm Tip Tail Width: 35cm Stance: 21″-26″

Misfit Deck:
-4×2″ (5cm) G-10 symmetrical fins
-Bolt-ons integrated foot pad and micro adjust strap system
-Fastrack mounting system
-Lifetime Rider Service Hotline Support

Rider Profile:
-Expert to intermediate
-Works on advancing new tricks
-Desires solid edging, massive pop and power
-Looking for controlled flex, delivering top level performance in all conditions

SKU: 1222