Target: For riders demanding superior stability, direct bar feel, fast turning and easy jumping over the broadest range of conditions.

Built on our award-winning Sigma platform and featuring the Evolutive Profile, the Bolt is power-oriented in the large sizes and control-focused in the smaller sizes. The Geo-Tech construction maintains the shape, ensuring outstanding stability and control even in the gustiest conditions.

The Bolt carries a reputation as the ultimate kite, in terms of stability and versatility. It is the kite of choice for Robby Naish.

Design Characteristics:
* Proven stable Sigma platform
* Direct response bar feel
* Outstanding high-end control
* Versatility in gusty conditions

Sizes: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10.5, 12, 14, 16

DESIGNER'S NOTES

What's New: For 2012, we concentrated on improving control over the kite's wind range in three ways. 1. The wing tip angles (direct response steering) have been reworked in all sizes, to create less drag on the kite; 2. The arc in the center area has been rounded out. This increases the surface in the middle of the kite and allows the trailing edge curve to match the leading edge shape perfectly; 3. We developed a new automated application involving the calculations of the leading edge's moment of inertia, Young modulus, and air pressure, to generate the perfect LE diameter for each kite size.

The Result: 1. The kite is able to fly faster and further forward in the window, providing more lift efficiency, better low-end and all-around stability. 2. The kite generates more power in the low end and is more lift efficient. 3. Each kite size has ideal LE rigidity and the smallest drag possible, to fly as far forward as possible.

Features

• SIGMA OUTLINE

The Sigma Outline is an aerodynamic “bird in flight' shape that moves much of the center canopy area behind the tow point, resulting in a kite that has unmatched stability, even at an extremely low angle-of-attack. The Sigma Outline also provides a linear power band and bar pressure, with very easy water relaunch.

• GEO-TECH

Straight segments along the leading edge provide constant tension on the canopy. This forms perfect foil definition. It maintains a stable foil profile at any flying angle. The result is an unbelievably smooth and stable kite with superior control.

• EVOLUTIVE PROFILE

The profile's depth and shape evolves along the airfoil. The center sections generate power and speed. The tips are fast turning and minimize drag. This creates a fast flying, stable kite with less back stalling.

• LOW DRAG WING TIP

This wing tip geometry reduces the overall surface on the non-lifting portion, and greatly reduces drag. The more efficient the lift/drag ratio becomes, the faster the wing tip can move through the air, which allows the kite to be both quicker and more responsive through turns.

• BLENDED GEO-TECH

Power Foil Canopy in the center of the kite for increased power. Geo-Tech is used on the lower arc where angle-of-attack on the foil is low. This provides superior stability, less drag and a solid feel in the air.

• GEO-TECH GENERATED C-SHAPE

A mix of C-shape characteristics, coupled with the stability and canopy tension of Geo-Tech construction. The center of the kite is flat, with a large angle at the S2 strut. This improves turning by allowing the kite to twist at the S2 position, while keeping the center section of the canopy with clean airflow for consistent power in the turn.

• NEW! ANTI-STICTION WINDOW

The wing tip features a flow-through window, which reduces static friction and allows easy relaunch by letting water drain instantly.

• OCTOPUS INFLATION SYSTEM

This proven, quick and easy single-point inflation system creates uniform pressure in the struts and leading edge. The Naish exclusive one-way internal valve ensures that the pressure in the struts does not change during turns.

• SOLID FRAME CONSTRUCTION

Every strut is attached to a frame of heavy duty Dacron that is then sewn onto the canopy for unmatched resistance to wear and heavy loads.

• RADIAL LOAD DISTRIBUTION

All wing tips are designed with seams running parallel to the load generated by the flying lines. These seams carry most of the load, and spread it higher into the canopy. This construction avoids fatigue on the fabric and in the wing tip area.

• LWR (LIGHT WIND RELAUNCH)