2020 Slingshot Ghost Kiteboarding Kite

2020 Slingshot Ghost V1 Kiteboarding Kite

Performance Profile | Technology | Video | Wind Range | Bar Options | Slingshot 30-Day Guarantee

SIZES

2.5 / 4 / 6 / 8 / 10 / 12 / 15 / 17m

Package Includes:

Ghost V1 Kite, kite patch kit, NEW Kite Backpack, Quick Start Guide

What Slingshot has to say about the 2020 Ghost:

Introducing an all-NEW paranormal shape from Tony Logosz, the Ghost V1. Designed from the ground up to be light, simple, and insanely fun to fly, the Ghost is one of the most exciting new kites in our range. It’s an out of this world all around kite that has just one strut for incredible handling and steering precision for beginners, experts, and foilers alike. If you are looking for a lightweight ultra-simple kite to take your riding, foiling, or kite tricks to the next level, the Ghost is your friendly companion. The first size run for the Ghost will span from 2.5 all the way to a 17. Its Flyweight construction, one strut design, and segmented swept wingtips cover both low and high end wind giving it a niche in the market. It’s Compact Swept C shape design and segmented swept wingtip make water relaunch immediate and its wind range infinite.

Why You’ll Love the 2020 Ghost

• NEW Single Strut Platform – Lightweight & agile in the sky / Small and packable on the bea
• NEW Compact Swept C shape – provides the precision of a C kite with the instant on/off power delivery of a swept wingtip shape
• NEW 4×4 Canopy Tech – The stiffest canopy material on the market reduces flutter and increases durability

 

Ghost Technical Features

1 / NEW 4×4 Canopy Tech

New for 2020, we’ve upgraded our canopy construction with Teijin 4×4 reinforced ripstop material. This is the strongest, stiffest and most durable canopy material on the market. The Ghost will last longer, have a higher resale value, feel more solid and will flutter less than any other single strut kite on the market.

 

2 / NEW Compact Swept C

This design blends the steering precision and speed of a C kite with the instant on and off power delivery that comes with swept wing tip shapes. This profile also provides instant and effortless water relaunch no matter the wind conditions.

 

3 / NEW Single Strut Platform

The Ghost boasts just a single strut. Eliminating the excess struts makes this kite lightweight and extremely agile in the sky while also mirroring that light weight feel at the bar. Nimble turning, quick-handling, amazing power control, this is how kites should feel.

 

4 / NEW FlyWeight Construction

In addition to the simple weight reduction of removing struts, we also minimized stitching, paneling, extra leading edge reinforcements to make the Ghost as light as possible. Think about it this way we trimmed all the weight you don’t need while keeping what you do.

 

5 / IRS Bridle System

The IRS Bridle replaces pulleys traditionally used on any bridle. Pulleys can be heavy, slow and inefficient. They can also create friction and unnecessary line wear. The IRS bridle features a bungee that eliminates the time necessary for the pulley to travel fore and aft depending on the rider’s control of the kite. This travel takes time and historically pulleys were the only way we could initiate it. With the IRS bridle the bungee does it and does it better. What used to be delayed and unresponsive now happens instantly, seamlessly and automatically. This is a significant breakthrough in advancing kite performance.

 

6 / Splitstrut

A Slingshot innovation that has been borrowed industry wide, Splitstrut integrates the kite canopy and struts into one firmly interconnected piece rather than the canopy being sewn over the strut like lesser designs. Splitstrut creates a stronger, more stable and more durable canopy, enhances power under heavy load and creates efficiency and rigidity in the overall frame.

 

7 / One Pump Speed System

A patented Slingshot innovation now used industry-wide, One Pump lets you inflate and deflate your kite through a central valve. If you ever had an older kite with separate strut valves, you’ll know how much of a hassle it was.

 

8 / Multiple Attachment Points

Different attachment points integrated into the kite allow you to fine-tune handling, power, and performance, based on your riding style and the conditions of a particular session. Even small changes to these settings can make a big impact on the kite’s overall performance, making this an important tool for getting the most out of your kite every time you ride.

 

 

 

Ghost Specs

 

 

Bar Options

Sentinel Compstick Bar

Sizes: 17″ x 20m / 20″ x 20m + 3m ext. / 23″ x 27m

A clean, simple and intuitive connection to your kite. No gizmos or gimmicks, no complex parts to worry about or maintain. While others have gone the opposite direction, our goal with the Compstick has always been rider simplicity. The Sentinel features an above-the-bar orientation, which puts the trim rope at arm’s length overhead and gives the rider the most leverage when depowering.

Why You’ll Love the Sentinel

• Traditional above-the-bar depower orientation
• Below the bar swivel lets you untwist lines at waist level
• The strongest flying lines in kiteboarding- 800lb inside lines, 500lb outside lines
• Updated safety release makes resetting even easier
• Set your throw with adjustable trim cleat

 

Sentinel Technical Features

1 / Sentinel Safety System
Simple, safe and reliable safety system with a push away release, integrated easy rotation swivel and easy reload.

2 / Ergonomic Trim Line Center Hole
Subtle “volcano” contour in the bar helps spread your fingers to prevents line chafing when riding with one handed.

3 / Above the Bar, Adjustable Trim Block
Depower is located above the bar at arm’s reach. Trim block can be adjusted for proper throw distance.

4 / Diamond Bar Grip
Inspired by motocross grips, the bar has a grid of small diamonds and ridge lines that give it a solid, locked-in feel in your hands. The EVA foam is slightly softer than last year.

5 / Auto Indexing Swivel
Sentinel swivel is designed to automatically self-align when unhooked so the Chicken Loop is always ready for action.

6 / Spin-to-win Line Untwister
On-the-fly adjustment, slide the stopper up or down your trim line to set the amount of throw in your bar.

7 / Dual Oh—Shit Handle
A Slingshot original redundant safety feature that provides a secondary option for flagging your kite by grabbing an outside line and releasing the rest of the bar.

8 / Bungee Line keepers
Keeps your lines tidy and secure once you’re done for the day.

9 / Molded Floats
Keeps your bar afloat when needed and cushioned to help protect you from injury.

10 / Fool-proof Visuals
The color scheme follows industry standards with red leader lines, red pigtails and red safety loops all on the left. Slingshot logos are positioned so you know you are holding the bar correctly when you can read them.

 

 

Guardian Compstick Bar

Sizes: 17″ x 20m / 20″ x 20m + 3m ext. / 23″ x 27m

A clean, simple and intuitive connection to your kite. No gizmos or gimmicks, no complex parts to worry about or maintain. While others have gone the opposite direction, our goal with the Compstick has always been rider simplicity. The Guardian features a below-the-bar orientation, which puts the trim rope at easy reach and keeps your view free and clear.

Why You’ll Love the Guardian

• Clean, intuitive, below-the-bar system
• The strongest flying lines in kiteboarding- 800lb inside lines, 500lb outside lines
• Easy to reach depower location
• Clear visibility above the bar, no dangling depower strap
• Maximizes throw and depower

 

Guardian Technical Features

1 / Guardian Safety System
Simple, safe and reliable safety system with a push away release and easy reload. Integrated trim loop.

2 / Ergonomic Trim Line Center Hole
Subtle “volcano” contour in the bar helps spread your fingers to prevents line chafing when riding with one handed.

3 / Easy Reach depower
Below-the-bar setup places the depower rope close to the rider’s core for easy access.

4 / Diamond Bar Grip
Inspired by motocross grips, the bar has a grid of small diamonds and ridge lines that give it a solid, locked-in feel in your hands. The EVA foam is slightly softer than last year.

5 / Auto Indexing Chicken Loop
Designed to automatically self-align when unhooked, the Chicken Loop is always ready for action.

6 / Active stopper ball
On-the-fly adjustment, slide the stopper up or down your trim line to set the amount of throw in your bar.

7 / Dual Oh—Shit Handle
A Slingshot original redundant safety feature that provides a secondary option for flagging your kite by grabbing an outside line and releasing the rest of the bar.

8 / Bungee Line keepers
Keeps your lines tidy and secure once you’re done for the day.

9 / Molded Floats
Keeps your bar afloat when needed and cushioned to help protect you from injury.

10 / Fool-proof Visuals
The color scheme follows industry standards with red leader lines, red pigtails and red safety loops all on the left. Slingshot logos are positioned so you know you are holding the bar correctly when you can read them.

 

 

Slingshot 30-Day Kite Performance Guarantee

We want you to be as confident in your purchase of a Slingshot kite as we are in the genuine quality we build into every product we make. That is why we offer an exclusive 30-day performance guarantee, in addition to our standard warranty policy.

If you are not completely satisfied with the performance of your Slingshot kite within the first 30 days of purchase, we will exchange it for a different Slingshot kite.*

The kite must have been purchased NEW from an authorized Slingshot Sports dealer, within the last 30 days. All CURRENT MODEL YEAR (inline) kites are eligible for this program and can be exchanged for an equivalent size of a different model of the same model year (e.g. 2019). 

 

 

 

 

 

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