Česky (CZK)Right now at our test center in Sicily we are trying the Core Pace in size 12 m, and we’ve been putting it through its paces for a few days already. We tested it in conditions around 15–22 knots – the perfect medium wind to see if the kite can handle both easy freeride sessions and solid jumps.
From the very first sessions it was clear that the Pace is built mainly for freeride, big jumps, and kite loops. With its 3-strut construction it feels light and agile, yet solid enough to hold its shape when the wind picked up. The higher aspect ratio gives it strong lift and long hangtime. In loops, it reacts instantly – no hesitation, no nervousness, the kite simply obeys.
On the bar it also feels direct, with no “spongy” feedback. Core used the new CoreTex 2 material and a fixed bridle, which makes the kite respond immediately. Even in gusts, it holds steady.
Our impressions
After a few days on the water, we can say the Pace is a super fun kite for progression. It’s ideal for riders who want to mix relaxed freeride with higher jumps and first loop attempts. Everything feels clean and the kite behaves exactly the way you expect.
The Pace is now available for testing at our Sicily center and also ready to order on our e-shop. Check out the details below – and at the end of the article you’ll find a video in action 👇👇👇👇👇👇👇👇
High Performance | Freeride | Big Air | Freestyle | Wave
Freestyle
unhooked / hooked
Big Air
Hangtime
Freeride
Easy Riding
Wave
Strapless Freestyle
Foil
Wave / Freestyle
| Size (m) | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13.5 |
| Windrange (kts) | 22-42 | 20-38 | 17-35 | 15-33 | 13-30 | 12-28 | 11-26 | 10-24 | 9-22 |
| Windrange (bft) | 6 - 8 | 5,5 - 8 | 5 - 7,5 | 4,5 - 7 | 4 - 7 | 4 - 6,5 | 3,5 - 6,5 | 3,5 - 6 | 3 - 5,5 |
Features
“The Pace gives me everything: Big Air power, fast loops, full control – and even enough slack for unhooked tricks. It’s the kite that grows with you.”
Eric Anderson - Pro Kitesurfer Freestyle from Cumbuco, Brazil
Fixed Tectanium Bridle
Optimized support. Variable control.
The fixed bridle enhances performance and supports the kite’s intuitive handling. With 14 connection points supporting the kite's arc, it enables a thinner Leading Edge diameter and more control over the position in the wind window. Loops are smooth and predictable, and turning radio can be finely adjusted. The balanced steering forces enable soft, accessible handling - without compromising the basic pull.
High Aspect Ratio Shape
Serious power and high flight stability
The fixed bridle allowed us to design the Pace with an even higher aspect ratio than the XR. This unique combo of High Aspect Ratio and 3-strut frame unites two seemingly opposite characteristics: top performance in jump height, hangtime, and stability, and fast looping and catching.
The profile shape pays off in terms of exceptional power, hangtime, and an extremely intuitive sheet-and-go feel. With its sweep and narrow tips, the Pace is easily launched out of the water.
Exotex® Airframe
Smooth power delivery.
Supreme versatility.
The power delivery is smoother than in the Pro version. Our long-proven specialty Dacron remains low-stretch under extreme loads and achieves exceptional tear resistance. On the water, you'll feel the benefits of easier upwind performance, explosive lift, and defined turning behavior.
While the Leading Edge is made from ExoTex 2, the struts use ExoTex Light with a modified radial fiber reinforcement pattern – saving weight, optimizing turning, and enhancing drift.
CORETEX 2® TRIPLE RIPSTOP CANOPY
Maximum stability.
Total control.
Extremely low stretch yet incredibly durable, the exclusive CORE canopy perfectly supports the Pace’s targeted characteristics: linear power delivery, high flight stability, and exceptional control. Its special coating ensures excellent tear and tear-propagation resistance with outstanding UV protection.
Sensor 4
Perfect match with the Sensor 4 Bar
The Pace was co-developed with the Sensor 4. Thanks to the new Single Frontline Safety (SFS+), the kite fully depowers even with fixed bridles. Experience the full potential of the Pace with the finely tuned bar feedback and innovative features of the Sensor 4 and Sensor 4 Bar.
Please note: The Pace must only be flown with the Sensor 4 Bar!
Unlike the Sensor 3S or older models, only Sensor 4 ensures full flag-out safety for fixed-bridle kites.
Moments
Stylefinder + Skill Level
PACE
| PACE | Nexus 4 | XR8 | Section 5 | XLITE 2 | Impact 2 | |
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| Freeride | Easy Riding |
120percent
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| Freestyle (hooked) |
120percent
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| Big Air |
110percent
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| Hangtime |
110percent
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| Power Development | explosive | |||||
| Wave | Drift |
100percent
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| Kiteloops |
120percent
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| Wakestyle |
100percent
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| Bar Feedback | medium | |||||
| Water Relaunch |
110percent
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| Race |
100percent
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| Foil |
100percent
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