Yaron Bar Lev, CEO

In 2005, Blade Kiteboarding started with a clear vision: to make our mark in the kiting community by creating the

gear we want to ride - top quality and clean effective design to yield the highest performance at unmatched

value. Over the last five years, we are very proud to have delivered top rated kite gear that out rides the competi-

tion, at great prices and with an unbeatable dedication to our customers. This vision is now synonymous with our

international reputation.

Blade’s passion is product development. Our R&D headquarters are on the beach, and our designers, testers, and

team riders work at the best spots around the world to make sure that every single day Blade prototypes are being

developed. We continuously study all the design trends in the industry, and develop our own innovation to ensure

that we deliver the best ride on the market.

Blade is equally founded on excellence in design and commitment to the kiteboarding and the kiting community.

It's our lifestyle and we are proud to be in a position to develop the sport and support the kiting community.

Our objective is that every Blade rider feels they are a part of Blade, and we scale our global operations so that

you can feel our support. The entire Blade team - the management, designers, testers, team riders, and distributors

- is our family, brought together by passion and commitment for windy days on the water, and we extend that

feeling to riders around the world who choose to ride Blade.

Join the Blade family, visit us online at www.bladekites.com

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From its debut in 2009, the Trigger has been recognized for its Pump-and-Go style, delivering a perfect balance of power and control with minimal effort and bar movement. For 2010, the Trigger is designed to provide more depower, and the larger sized kites have been developed to deliver quicker turns. Keeping its great all around qualities, the result is a best of breed freeride kite. All around kiters will love this kite for the simplicity of one kite that does it all and does it well - great pop, incredible stability, tremendous low wind ability, and effortless relaunch. When you're riding waves, you will appreciate the Triggers quick, direct turns. With the 2010 Trigger, you'll get the most of windy days by riding in most conditions, while other riders will find themselves ending sessions early. The Blade 2010 Trigger is such a competent kite that its all around ability can be enjoyed by new riders, while it's sophisticated characteristics deliver a seriously good ride for even the most skilled kiters.

+ Direct turns+ Tremendous low end wind abilities + Incredibly stable+ Power-up from the start+ Great pop+ Blade’s Reflex Relaunch System

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More refined than its predecessor, this year’s model was designed for riders who need a rush of extreme during their sessions – tons of power, big air with greater control so you can use it all. The 2010 Prime is a finely tuned C kite hybrid for hardcore freestylers as well as skilled riders who seek an extreme ride. The Prime is a revolutionary four line freestyle kite with a great pop, powerful turns, and direct feel. The aggressively shaped leading edge delivers unparalleled speed and responsiveness, and the 5th line is replaced by an efficient minimal bridal system giving leading edge support. We’ve developed all aspects of the Prime to deliver the strong characteristics you want in a C kite, while expanding the kite’s performance sweet spot to suit the range of demands of advanced riders.

Whether you’ve got your eye on the podium or having fun throwing down your moves, Blade’s 2010 Prime gives you the ultimate tool to develop your skills.

+ Increased power and speed+ Smooth and balanced power + Refined control+ Direct response feel+ Sustained post-maneuver power+ Optimal bar pressure for power moves+ Quick and direct turns+ Huge lift and hang time

IBS

efficiently distributes forces along the length of the leading edge. This highly efficient system is kept simple and fast, providing the rider with a very direct feeling, typical of a C Kite design.

In 2010 we’ve refined the IBS by designing bridal connections almost to the center of the kite. This new system enhances more leverage in the angle of attack resulting in substantially increased depower of the kite.

For mid and low aspect ratio kites, the performance benefits inherent in a three strut kite have always been recognized, but their inefficiency in maintaining kite shape made them undesirable. Blade has been working three years to innovate this design, and for 2010 the Trigger and Vertigo utilize three strut designs which maintain the shape of the kite and give outstanding performance including improved Reflex Relaunch, a more direct feel, and fast turning.

shape, forces the tips of the kite out of the water, so there is virtually no work to be done by the rider to get the kite back up in the air. Found in both the Trigger and the Vertigo, the Reflex Relaunch system activates an instinctive response in the kite to relaunch the second it hits the water.

Three Struts

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The Isolated Bridle System (IBS) found in the Blade 2010 kite line, separates the back lines from the front lines and

The name of this exciting new development in kiting technology says it all. The innovative kite

When steering a kite, the force continues effectively through the canopy until hitting a strut, at which point it is weakened. The strut placement in a three strut kite design allows the force to affect a larger portion of the kite than a five strut design – resulting in faster turns, a more direct feel, and enhanced relaunch abilities.

Increased leverage for depower tilt

The Prime’s turn axis is designed all the way at the tip of the kite, which generates a maximum power turn and doesn’t release any power throughout the movement. This is ideal for stable full power freestyle maneuvers and those looking for an extreme ride.

The Vertigo’s low aspect ratio and central turning axis allows it to perform tight pivot turns which can release power as needed. This is one of the key reasons why it is considered one of the most well mannered wave riding kites.

The Trigger’s turn axis is positioned in between the two, giving a mid-pivot turn that is a balanced blend of both characteristics. This is ideal for those who want a kite that can do it all with a great all around ride.

In addition to each kite employing a different turning axis, the kites are designed with unique profiles, each delivering specific per formance traits complementing the kite’s other design characteristics.

Normally, designers do not use the strongest profiles available because they have to allow the kite adequate depower abilities. With the refined IBS feature of this year’s kite line providing plenty of depower, we were able to employ significantly stronger profiles in all the kites across the line. The 2010 Blades harness even more controllable power than our previous designs, now it’s in your hands to take it to the next level.

TURNAXIS

Turn Axis Power

Always looking for ways to increase power without sacrificing the usable performance of the kite, the 2010 kite line is stronger than ever before.

Turning is one of the key performance characteristics which differentiate each of our kites. Being directly connected with the kite’s power characteristics, turn handling is ultimately the reason why each kite fits certain types of riders and riding styles. For experienced riders looking to

reach their potential, we firmly believe it is irrelevant to think in the “one kite fits all” philosophy. Each of Blade’s kites are designed with unique turn handling characteristics.

Blade’s 2010 kite line begins with the combined knowledge and experience of years of kite design and technology, but the real development is on the beach, at our design headquarters and around the world where hundreds of prototypes are tested every year, every day. While we can’t fit a year’s worth of R&D here, we can share a few of the techniques that contribute to the impressive ride characteristics of the 2010 Trigger, Vertigo, and Prime.

+ High end materials for durable precision + Second generation Blade Swivel Dome G2 mechanism + Fast and simple quick release + Blade ADS guarantees 100% depower immediately on release activation + Comfortable grip and direct bar feel

The 2010 Blade Bar features dramatically improved durability through a complete redesign, utilizing high end plastics and flexible materials which resist impact and deformation in harsh elements and won't corrode or breakdown.

The 2010 Blade Bar features the Blade Swivel Dome G2, the second generation of the innovative Blade Swivel Dome. This proven and refined design combines the features and functionality of a chicken loop, swivel, and a 100% effective safety release into one fast, efficient mechanism.

With one simple gesture, the Blade Swivel Dome G2 instantly releases forces ranging from 5KG to 400KG with minimal effort. Once the quick release is activated, Blade’s Absolute Depower System immediately causes the kite to lose all power while remaining secured to you by one of the depower lines, ensuring the safety of both you and your equipment.

Most importantly, the Swivel Dome has been designed to be put back together easily and quickly while still in the water. The entire release device remains intact once activated, so there are no parts on the Blade Bar to lose.

The new Blade Bar is a refined system which inspires confidence by combining comfort and safety with speed and ease of use, so you can focus on riding.

The Scalper is designed at the sweet spot of usable performance for the experienced rider. The easy edge geometry allows strong edging in a board that delivers great pop for big air. The carefully tested broad-tip outline combined with a single mid-concave bottom enhance effortless planing and contribute to the well mannered ride of the Scalper. G10 fins are chosen for their maximum edging in a hydrodynamic profile. The 2010 Blade Bindings keep their simple setup and are updated with improved thick straps which provide all the comfort and fit you want to carve out your next move.

+ High-end materials in every detail+ Easy Edge geometry+ Variable flex pattern+ Effortless planing + Forgiving and still direct characteristics+ D-Flex Tips+ G10 Fins

The finest in board technology and a refined shape is the key to the 2010 Scalper's great performance. Countless hours of research and development resulted in our Easy Edge geometry, which combines a medium rocker and variable flex pattern - stiffer through the core and more giving around the edges and tips - to strike the balance between strong upwind ability and an even ride. The result is a forgiving ride with aggressive performance. With the redesigned geometry in mind, we reexamined all the technology and put the best into the Scalper.

EASY EDGED - FLEXCONCAVE POWER POP G10 FINS

5- ABS RailsProviding a resilient layer of protection in the board’s most exposed areas, the edge of the board is surrounded by a thick ABS rail.

1-Graphic ShieldDirectly protecting the board from the elements is an impenetrable layer of scratch-proof, high density graphic foil with specially bonded sems which increases the lifespan of the board.

4- Stainless Steel Inserts & ScrewsTop quality through every part, Blade’s inserts and screws are 100% stainless steel.

2- Monster Mesh Several fiberglass technologies create the Monster Mesh, which enhances the flexibility pattern and maintains durability. The center of the board features a stiffer biaxial net system, and the perimeter areas are more flexible with a single axial net.

3- Wood CoreAt the heart of the Scalper board, lies the tough and lightweight Paulownia Wood Core, which is the secret behind its indestructible build and great ride characteristics.

The Scalper is designed at the sweet spot of usable performance for the experienced rider. The easy edge geometry allows strong edging in a board that delivers great pop for big air. The carefully tested broad-tip outline combined with a single mid-concave bottom enhance effortless planing and contribute to the well mannered ride of the Scalper. G10 fins are chosen for their maximum edging in a hydrodynamic profile. The 2010 Blade Bindings keep their simple setup and are updated with improved thick straps which provide all the comfort and fit you want to carve out your next move.

+ High-end materials in every detail+ Easy Edge geometry+ Variable flex pattern+ Effortless planing + Forgiving and still direct characteristics+ D-Flex Tips+ G10 Fins5- ABS Rails

Providing a resilient layer of protection in the board’s most exposed areas, the edge of the board is surrounded by a thick ABS rail.

1-Graphic ShieldDirectly protecting the board from the elements is an impenetrable layer of scratch-proof, high density graphic foil with specially bonded seems which increases the lifespan of the board.

4- Stainless Steel Inserts & ScrewsTop quality through every part, Blade’s inserts and screws are 100% stainless steel.

2- Monster Mesh Several fiberglass technologies create the Monster Mesh, which enhances the flexibility pattern and maintains durability. The center of the board features a stiffer biaxial net system, and the perimeter areas are more flexible with a single axial net.

3- Wood CoreAt the heart of the Scalper board, lies the tough and lightweight Paulownia Wood Core, which is the secret behind its indestructible build and great ride characteristics.

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