KSO Kite Profile
Gin Kiteboarding Spirit
2026Swiss foil-kite precision reborn
LightwindFreerideFoil / RaceIntermediateAdvanced
Brand
Gin Kiteboarding
Struts
0
Sizes
6–15 m²
Frame
Dacron frame
KSO Editorial Scores
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Data checked: July 2026
Jump / Boost5/10
Hangtime8/10
Turning speed6/10
Bar pressure3/10
Relaunch5/10
Wave drift5/10
Unhooked pop3/10
Low-end power10/10
Upwind drive9/10
Ease of use6/10
Preliminary editorial scores — final confirmation pending.
Model years
Sizes & RRP
6 m²8 m²10 m²12 m²15 m²
Available
About this kite
The Spirit leads Gin Kiteboarding's relaunch: a closed-cell foil kite built with top-range materials and the paraglider-derived precision the Swiss brand is known for. It targets the sweet spot between high performance and stability — efficient enough for ambitious foilers, calm enough to enjoy.
About Gin Kiteboarding
Gin Kiteboarding
Gin Kiteboarding is a kite brand focused on foil kites, wings and parawings, made at the Gin Gliders factory.
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