Slingshot Ghost V4 Kite | Lightweight Single Strut All-Round Kite
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Description
The Slingshot Ghost V4 is a lightweight single-strut kite built for riders who want simple handling, smooth power delivery, and maximum efficiency in lighter winds. It is a great option for kite foiling, wave riding, and freeride sessions where drift, quick turning, and easy relaunch matter more than heavy pull or aggressive freestyle performance. The Ghost V4 feels light in the sky, easy on the arms, and forgiving when you are still building confidence or riding in marginal conditions.
Who It’s For
- Discipline: Kite foiling, wave riding, light wind freeride, and general freeride
- Level: Beginner to advanced
- Best for: Riders who want a light, efficient kite with good drift, easy water starts, and straightforward relaunch
Key Features
- Single Luff-Strut Construction – Keeps weight low and helps the kite turn quickly with a cleaner, more natural canopy shape.
- FrameLITE Construction – Adds structure and durability without making the kite feel heavy in the air.
- 4x4 Canopy Tech – Uses a reinforced canopy material designed for better tear resistance and long-term shape retention.
- TrimFlight Bridle – Reduces drag and helps the kite feel more efficient, responsive, and precise through the bar.
- Compact Swept-C Shape – Improves drift, relaunch, and low-end power while keeping the handling predictable.
- Refined Canopy Layout – Helps the kite stay crisp for longer and resist bagging out over time.
- Reinforced Centre Strut – Adds extra support and stability, especially after crashes and relaunches.
- Rider Customisation System – Lets you fine-tune bar pressure to suit your preferred feel on the water.
Real-World Feel
On the water, the Ghost V4 feels exactly like the kind of kite many foilers and wave riders look for: light, quick, and uncomplicated. It does not yank you around or feel overly technical. Instead, it builds power smoothly, sits where you place it, and drifts well when you ride towards it. Compared with heavier three-strut freeride kites, the Ghost V4 feels more alive in lighter winds and easier to manage when the session is about flow rather than brute power. If you mainly want a kite for boosting or hard freestyle, this is not the most specialised option. But if you want a kite that makes light wind sessions easier and more enjoyable, it is a very strong choice.
Setup / Fit
The Ghost V4 is available in 3m, 4m, 6m, 8m, 9m, 10m, 12m, 15m, and 17m sizes. Smaller sizes suit stronger wind and lighter riders, while the larger sizes are aimed at light wind freeride and foiling. Slingshot recommends using the size chart as a starting point, then adjusting based on rider weight, board choice, and your local conditions. Riders between sizes will usually prefer sizing down for more control or up for extra low-end pull. Package includes the kite, kite bag, and bladder patch kit.
Size Chart
| Size | Wind Range | Recommended Bar Size | Kite Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3m | 25–42 knots | 45cm | 1.21kg |
| 4m | 23–40 knots | 45cm | 1.42kg |
| 6m | 20–38 knots | 45cm | 1.81kg |
| 8m | 15–36 knots | 45cm | 2.15kg |
| 9m | 13–31 knots | 45cm / 53cm | 2.36kg |
| 10m | 10–27 knots | 45cm / 53cm | 2.46kg |
| 12m | 6–24 knots | 53cm | 2.8kg |
| 15m | 5–20 knots | 53cm | 3.25kg |
| 17m | 4–18 knots | 53cm | 3.61kg |
Why We Stock It
We stock the Ghost V4 because it fills an important gap in a lot of riders’ quivers. Not everyone wants a powerful all-round kite with extra weight and a heavier feel. Some riders just want a kite that drifts well, turns easily, relaunches without drama, and keeps working when the wind is patchy. That is where the Ghost V4 stands out. It is especially appealing for foilers, lighter riders, and anyone trying to make the most of marginal sessions.
FAQs
Is this suitable for beginners?
Yes, especially for beginners who want a kite that feels light, intuitive, and easy to relaunch. It is a friendly option for progression, though complete beginners should still choose size carefully for their local wind range and body weight.
What kind of riding is the Ghost V4 best for?
It is best suited to kite foiling, wave riding, and light wind freeride. It also works well for general freeride if you prefer a lighter, quicker kite feel.
Is the Ghost V4 good in light wind?
Yes. One of its main strengths is its efficiency and sheet-and-go power in lighter conditions, which helps with early water starts and staying upwind.
Does it relaunch easily?
Yes, the Ghost V4 is designed to offer easy relaunch and predictable handling, though as with any kite, relaunch still depends on wind strength, technique, and water conditions.
What comes in the bag?
The Ghost V4 comes with the kite, a kite bag, and a bladder patch kit.
