FLASH WING

Details matter when designing a wing. The basic concept is simple. A keel, a leading edge tube, and a canopy to hold it all together. That’s why there are so many wing brands crowding the marketplace today.

 So why do some wings cost more than others? Is there really a difference? 

Absolutely! While design is a critical factor, materials matter. A great design using low quality materials will not perform any better than a poor design with good materials. The Flash wing from ON Kiteboarding has both in abundance. 

By selecting and using materials in a very specific way, ON has managed to create an airframe that does not flex under load. Short sections of high modulus fabric are oriented in a way that prevents stretching. By using fibers that are aligned with the load path, a multi section leading edge keeps the entire front edge stable. This overcomes the tendency to stretch, or “bag out” which is the problem that plagues most production wings. A stiff, lightweight airframe is essential to a high performance wing. 

 After the airframe, the next most important component is the canopy. A flexible canopy will misbehave in ways that can cause diving, swooping, and flapping at speed. ON uses a high end Optic laminate canopy reinforcing with aramid kevlar to eliminate stretching while enjoying excellent durability.