Don’t mess with success. The 2009 Torch is built on
the hugely successful 2008 design, which has been
praised by magazines and riders around the world
as the best C-kite ever made.
The new Smart Paneling in the wing tips increases the
control of turn completion and improves depower
smoothness. This provides all the advantages of a
power C-kite with the depower range approaching
that of an SLE.
The flying characteristics are unmatched. Never
before has a kite had this amazing combination
of fast turning and perfect pull during turns, while
maintaining a very friendly overall riding feel. The
2009 Torch targets intermediate to professional kiters
who demand the greatest possible hooked-in and
unhooked performance from a power C-kite.
Combined with the 2009 Shift System, the Torch
returns to defend its worldwide test winning status
and remains the most technically perfect
performance C-kite in existence.
DESIGN
- Smart Paneling Wingtips
- Shift Bi-Line Connection
- Flextip Leading Edge
- Swept Wingtips
- Direct Response Steering
FEATURES
- Octopus Inflation System
- Shift Control System
CONSTRUCTION
- Naish Quality
- Molded Trailing Edge Reinforcements
- Molded EVA/PU Bumpers
- Delta Cut Trailing Edge
- Dual 2-Ply Trailing Edge
- Aramid Patches
- Vertical Seam Struts
- 2-piece Leading Edge
A. Dual 2-ply Trailing Edge F. Aramid Patches
B. Delta Cut Trailing Edge G. Octopus Inflation System
C. Shift Bi-Line Connection H. 2-piece Leading Edge
D. Molded EVA/PU Bumpers I. Swept Wingtip
E. Vertical Seam Struts
Naish Shift Bar - Included:
The 2009 Shift System combines industry leading
5th Line performance with simplicity and
seamless functionality.
This year, the floaters have been made larger to
cover the line adjustment knots which provide
a cleaner connection to the leader lines. This
allows easier steering after rotations, and helps
to float the bar.
The Shift System is the most effective way to
control the arc of the Torch and provide the
easiest relaunch. The new more ergonomic
grip and graphics give it a stylish new look
with function.
Features
- Smart Loop Release and Depower System
- Auto-orientating chicken loop
- Deluxe leash
- New covered line adjustment knots
- New ergonomic grip
- New larger floaters
- New bar ends with adjustable width
- New lighter stainless steel pulley
- All the standard market leading
rigging features
