Hardware brands pushed practical refinements across winter sessions, Twintip accessories and cold water suits this week. Duotone launched the NTT 360 straps, updating footbed ergonomics to target improved comfort and locked-in support on the water. For backcountry and winter missions, Ozone rolled out two snowkites, sending out the EXP V2 alongside the single-surface Explore V3. Meanwhile, ION overhauled its Core wetsuit line, removing synthetic neoprene in favour of natural rubber foam from Ocena. Together, the releases highlight a focus on functional ergonomics, eco-focused rubber builds and dedicated wind gear for the snow.
This Week in Kitesurfing: New Straps, Snowkites and Natural Rubber

Fresh hardware updates led the week across snowkites, straps and cold-water rubber. Duotone, Ozone and ION released new products for board and winter sessions.
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- Ozone Releases EXP V2 and Explore V3 SnowkitesOzone expanded its winter lineup by releasing the EXP V2 and the single-surface Explore V3 snowkites.
- ION Releases Core Wetsuit Line with Neoprene-Free Natural RubberION introduced a redesigned Core wetsuit range built entirely without neoprene using natural rubber foam from Ocena.
- Duotone releases NTT 360 strapsThe new NTT 360 straps from Duotone aim to deliver upgraded comfort and foot support on the board.
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