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CORE XR X 2026: Big Air, Freeride, Ten Generations In
The CORE XR X has been the best-selling kite in our shop this month. Here's what's new in the 2026 ExoTex 3 airframe, how it rides, full sizing, and which bar to pair it with.
The CORE Sensor 4S Bar: Simplicity, Sharpened
CORE has reworked its most-loved control bar from the inside out. The new Sensor 4S and 4S Pro keep the clean, direct Sensor feel and add a carbon-polymer bar, stiffer lines and smarter trimming. Here's what's new, how the two models differ, and which kites they work with.
CORE Kites Comparison Guide - Which Core Kite?
Compare the full CORE kite range — Pace, Pace Pro, Nexus 4, XR8 and XR Pro 2 — in one easy guide. Discover which kite suits your riding style, whether you're into freeride, waves, big air or megaloops. Simple breakdowns, UK-focused advice, and side-by-side comparisons help you choose the perfect CORE
Core Pace - New Kite from Core Kites April 2025
Core Pace Kite – Big Air Meets Precision Freeride The Core Pace is built for riders chasing performance across every discipline—from ambitious beginners to advanced thrill-seekers. Engineered as a high-performance...
CORE Sensor 4 Pro Bar - The best bar in the world?
CORE Sensor 4 Pro Bar - The best kite bar in the world? Adam here from Northern Watersports! We just wanted to talk to you about the new CORE Sensor...
CORE Nexus 4
Introducing the Nexus 4 by CORE – A kite that promises to unlock limitless possibilities! Dive into the world of enhanced agility and power with the Future-C-Shape design, setting the...
Core XR Pro Kite Review: Is it right for you?
Alright, let’s talk about the CORE XR Pro Kite, this thing is next-level. If you're serious about big air, speed, and high-performance loops, this is the kite that’s going to...
Core XC Wingfoiling Wing Review
I have been riding the new CORE XC wing for 4 months now, and it's safe to say that it lives up to the brand's reputation for high-performing kites. The...
CORE XC WING RELEASED
Core introduces their new Core XC Wing for 2023! CoreTex 2 The stretch in the profile is reduced to a minimum, especially in load peaks. The CoreTex2 was aligned and sewn according to...
