After a full four year development cycle and over 50 prototypes, the all new R1 V5 has shed any hint of freeride DNA to become an all-out, pure hydrofoil racing machine.  Capable of the highest speeds at super aggressive riding angles, as well as the most efficient transitions when fractions of a second count, all elements of the new design help to ensure you maintain as much momentum as possible in all situations. IKA Formula Kite registered product for 2028 Olympic cycle Designed purely for hydrofoil racing PERFORMANCE 2 and 4 line designs in the range Incredible angles and riding speed up- and downwind Low lift overhead allowing for high speed and super fluid tacking manoeuvres Light bar feeling / steering pressure helps save riding energy 10, 11, 14, 15, 19 & 21m:  True 2-line tech with reduced line plan. All sizes with 65 cells now feature true 2-line technology with only A and B line levels. Less bridling means less drag, allowing the kite to drive further forward in the window f