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Contact Us: Email our customer service team at info@northernwatersports.co.uk with your order number and reason for the return. If the item is damaged or defective, please include photos.
Prepare Your Item: Items must be unused, in original packaging, with all tags and labels intact.
Return Method:
In-store returns: Available at Northern Kites HQ, Coastal Drive, Wallasey, CH45 3PZ, United Kingdom
Mail returns: Ship to Northern Kites HQ, Coastal Drive, Wallasey, CH45 3PZ, United Kingdom
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When light wind threatens to keep you on shore, the DRIVE changes the game. Designed specifically for light wind performance, this wing is available in 7 m², 8 m², and 9 m² sizes, offering a compact 3-strut design that is both powerful and easy to handle. Built with a hybrid frame of ALUULA Gold™ and ALUULA Aeris™, the DRIVE is incredibly lightweight and responsive, making it the go-to wing for cruising in minimal conditions.
Why Choose the DRIVE?
Effortless Light Wind Performance: Designed to thrive in light wind, the DRIVE generates impressive power with minimal effort, allowing you to pump onto the foil or glide effortlessly across glassy water.
Lightweight Construction: ALUULA Gold™ and ALUULA Aeris™ materials ensure the wing is ultra-light without compromising durability or performance.
Easy Handling: The compact design and increased arc angle keep the wingtips clear of the water, making it easier to ride with larger wing sizes.
Powerful Lift & Acceleration: A high-lift profile positions the power upfront for quick acceleration and easy take-off, even in light breezes.
Stable in Strong Winds: The 3-strut design keeps the wing stable and in shape, even when the wind picks up, extending your sessions without the need to head back to shore.
Standout Features
Effortless Take-Off: The DRIVE’s compact shape and high-lift profile make both passive and pump-assisted take-offs a breeze.
Direct Control: The extended front handle allows for precise, one-handed control, perfect for cruising or wave riding.
Comfortable Grip: Egg-shaped rigid handles ensure a secure, comfortable grip that works for all hand sizes.
Clear View: Strategically placed windows offer an unobstructed view, essential for navigating busy spots.
Magical Feel: Professional rider Balz Müller sums it up: “The DRIVE feels playful, light, and magical—turning every day into a windy day!”
Who’s It For?
The DRIVE is ideal for riders looking to maximize their time on the water during light wind days. Whether you’re a beginner wanting user-friendly power or an experienced foiler seeking a lightweight, high-performance wing, the DRIVE delivers on all fronts.
What Makes the DRIVE Special?
With its compact wingspan, exceptional handling, and lightweight materials, the DRIVE is a revolutionary solution for light wind conditions. From effortless take-offs to smooth, stable rides in changing wind, this wing is built to make every session count.
Ready to experience the DRIVE difference? Contact us or book a demo today!
Awesome service, quick delivery and super easy to navigate website. Helmet fits perfectly (thanks Adam for the help with sizing) and has a lip which offers sun protection too, perfect for my trip to Egypt.
This helmet has been absolutely great. Bought it for summer winging, it does a great job keeping the sun off my face and neck, providing much more sunshade than my normal helmet, the brim is stiff enough to hold its shape when wet and in strong winds, and doesn’t restrict visibility. It feels comfy and flexible, but still feels like it offers good impact protection. Dries quickly enough in the sun. All in all very happy with it.
Really glad I got hold of this trainer kite which has helped me practise when the wind wasn't quite right for getting on the water. The bar comes with a chicken loop and final eject, just like the real deal. Self launching is simple, place the kite upside down on the ground with the leading edge downwind, give the lines a pull and you're away! The depower bar isn't quite the same as a full kite but definitely simulates the increase in pull.
It's more comfortable to wear compared to a hard-shell helmet. I hardly notice it is there. You get much less water running into your eyes after you fall in which is a bonus. Also, I've used it in the rain; the brim is just big enough to keep some of it off your face so that you can still see where you're going.
I got a great deal on this kite. A 10% first time buyer discount plus a free hand leash, all with free delivery.
The kite arrived promptly minus the free hand leash. After a couple of messages the hand leash was duly posted out with no problems.
This kite flies like a dream. The video attached shows me flying the kite in 7-8mph winds. I’ve also flown in 15mph winds but this needed more concentration and if you aren’t focusing 100% then you could get uprooted! I would definitely recommend this kite from this company.