Slingshot Code NXT V2 Kite | Big Air Performance Kite

The Slingshot Code NXT V2 is built for riders who want serious big air performance with a more refined, confidence-inspiring feel. It is Slingshot’s latest evolution of the Code NXT platform, designed to deliver smoother vertical lift, faster and cleaner loops, and a more connected feel through the bar. Slingshot positions it as a precision big air kite with a strong focus on lift, loops, and control, and the current V2 launched on April 14, 2026.

This is a kite for riders who are pushing their jumping higher, starting to loop with intent, or already riding powered and want a kite that stays composed when the wind gets strong and technical. The V2 uses an ALUULA laminate leading edge and struts, a 7-point fixed bridle, and several structural updates to improve responsiveness, stability, and loop behaviour. Officially listed sizes are 7m, 8m, 9m, 10m, 12m, and 14m.

Who It’s For

Discipline:
Kitesurfing, big air, powered freeride, new school big air

Conditions:
Best suited to medium to strong winds, especially when you want to jump high, loop cleanly, and stay in control while powered. Slingshot also flags it for riders wanting composure in gusty, overpowered sessions.

Experience level:
Intermediate to advanced riders, or progressing freeriders who want to move into more committed jumping and looping.

Key Features

• ALUULA leading edge and struts for a lighter, stiffer airframe and quicker response.
• 7-point fixed bridle system for better structural support and stability under load.
• Refined arc and panel layout to improve lift and overall handling.
• CODE95 trailing edge material to reduce drag and help the kite loop faster and cleaner.
• Updated leading edge and seam construction for a more responsive feel and cleaner feedback through the bar.
• Mid-setting steering line tuning for intuitive setup and easier fine-tuning to rider preference.
• Package includes kite, kite bag, and bladder patch kit.

Real-World Feel

The Code NXT V2 looks like a kite aimed at riders who want high-end performance without the vague or twitchy feeling that can make progression harder. Officially, Slingshot describes it as having a cleaner connection, smoother vertical lift, and faster, cleaner loops. Their launch notes also claim around 20% faster, cleaner loops, along with calmer steering pressure and better structural lock-in when powered.

What that means in real terms is this: the Code NXT V2 should suit riders who want a kite that gives clear feedback on takeoff, pulls through loops with less mess, and gives a more supportive catch on the way down. Compared with more all-round freeride kites, this sits much more on the performance end of the spectrum. It is not the kite you buy purely for drifting around or easy-going lightwind cruising. It is for riders who care most about height, timing, and committed powered riding. That positioning is also reflected in Slingshot’s category and attribute setup, where lift and looping are central to the kite’s identity.

Fit / Setup Notes

The currently listed size range is 7m to 14m. Slingshot advises choosing your size based on rider weight, board type, and local wind range, and suggests sizing down for more control or sizing up for more power if you sit between sizes.

A sensible setup note for customers would be:

• 7m–8m: stronger wind, lighter riders, or dedicated storm-session / looping sizes
• 9m–10m: core UK big air sizes for many average-weight riders
• 12m–14m: lighter wind big air or freeride use, depending on rider weight and local conditions

For most riders trying the kite for the first time, starting on the balanced or middle steering setting makes the most sense before fine-tuning bar feel and turning response. Slingshot specifically recommends starting in the middle setting and making one change at a time.

Why We Stock It

We’d stock the Slingshot Code NXT V2 because it fills a clear role for riders who want a true big air kite with modern materials and a more polished feel than many aggressive performance kites. The attraction here is not just raw performance, but how that performance is delivered: smoother lift, cleaner loops, and more predictable feedback. For committed jumpers and loop-focused riders, that matters.

It is also a good fit for riders who feel they’ve outgrown a general freeride kite and want something more precise and supportive when riding powered. The main caveat is that this is a specialist-leaning kite. If your priority is easy drifting, waves, or a very forgiving one-kite-does-everything feel, there are better options. But for big air progression, the Code NXT V2 looks like a serious bit of kit.

Specs

• Model: Slingshot Code NXT V2
• Type: Big Air Kite
• Primary use: Big air, loops, powered freeride
• Feel: Precision / Boost / Loops
• Construction highlights: ALUULA laminate leading edge and struts, CODE95 trailing edge material, updated seam and leading-edge construction, new fiberglass batten layout
• Bridle: 7-point fixed bridle system
• Sizes listed: 7m, 8m, 9m, 10m, 12m, 14m

Box Contents

• Slingshot Code NXT V2 Kite
• Kite Bag
• Bladder Patch Kit

FAQs

Is the Slingshot Code NXT V2 a beginner kite?
No, not really. It is much more suited to intermediate and advanced riders, or confident freeriders progressing into bigger airs and loops.

What is the Code NXT V2 best for?
Its strengths are lift, looping performance, and control in powered conditions. That is the whole point of this kite.

Does the Code NXT V2 relaunch easily?
Slingshot says relaunch depends on wind, technique, and water state, but the kite is designed for reliable relaunch and predictable recovery.

What sizes does it come in?
The official current listing shows 7m, 8m, 9m, 10m, 12m, and 14m.

Who should choose this over a freeride kite?
Choose it if your main goal is jumping higher, looping cleaner, and riding more powered with precision. If you want a softer all-round freeride feel, another model may suit you better.