We are proud to announce the release of the 10th edition of the NOTUS and 4th edition of the REV version. This year is focused on lightness and

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1 2018 Collection

2 We are proud to announce the release of the 10th edition of the NOTUS and 4th edition of the REV version. This year is focused on lightness and responsiveness. Thanks to the long-term experience acquired with the Teijin double ripstop fabric for 2 years, the weight of the trailing edge reinforcement is reduced by 30%, making the kite even lighter, stable in the lightwind. We have carried out a long and meticulous work on the bridle length of all the surfaces. In 2018, the bridle was shortened by more than 20%, while maintaining an ideal bar sensation: neither too light nor too physical. The kite reacts even more quickly to the bar inputs. The kite is more predicatable in the waves, drifts easily. The control in the jumps is improved thanks to a depower stroke effective on a few centimeters. Comfort is improved in gusty winds. Finally, a new method of assembling the valves of one pump system improves the aging of the kite. Wave, freestyle, hydrofoil, freeride, if you are looking for an ultra versatile wing, the Notus Rev is the ideal weapon.

3 COLORWAY C01: DARK PACIFIC COLORWAY C02: CRAZY SAND COLORWAY C03: ROLLER COASTER 52g/m²TEIJIN SPI CLOTH Double Ripstop spi cloth with a new coating improving the aging of the kite. All pieces are cut by lazer cutting machine. 145g/m² Simple Ripstop cloth for better handling and better aging of the kite. All pieces are cut by lazer cutting machine.

4 What s new: New Building the reinforcements on the trailing edge of the kite. Zeeko kites are equipped with the Double Ripstop Teijin spi cloth. Teijin is the world leader in spinnaker fabrics. They are ultra light and very resistant to tearing. Thus, after 2 years to equip our kite with a trailing edge made of dacron cloth, we decided to use a double thickness of spinnaker instead. Our different tests of aging show that even if the kite is lightened, it will always age well thanks to our very resistant fabric and whose coating is less crunchy than the fabrics of the competitors. A fabric with a more flexible coating keeps its characteristics throughout the time. A crispy fabric is valuable in-store, but deteriorates much faster in use. Chute de l aile en double épaisseur de Tissu spi Teijin double Ripstop New bridling system: 20% shorter The Notus Rev 2018 are equipped with a new 20% shorter bridling system. This bridling system improves the dynamical properties of the kite. Indeed, the short bridles allow a depower stroke much shorter. This feature makes it possible to have an even more comfortable kite in gusty winds, a better control in surf thanks to a control of the power of the kite optimized during the bottom turns or rollers. The take off of the jumps is much easier, the board edging is easier, the jumps are stratospheric. The kite gains in reactivity allowing to ride in light wind more comfortable (ideal for hydrofoiling) but also in wave, the kite reacts without any delay to your bar inputs. Nouveau bridage 20% plus court New method of assembling valves. The valves are now made of polyurethane, the same materials as the bladders. This material makes it possible to make a fusion assembly of the two parts. There is no longer any sticking of valves, this results in a much longer lifetime of the valves and a greater strength. Nouvelle méthode d assemblage des valves.

5 ONWARD CENTER OF EFFORT REDUCED LEADING EDGE DIAMETER DOUBLE SKIN SPI CLOTH TRAILING EDGE XLW REINFORCEMENTS EASY RELAUNCHING ASSISTANT ERA MODERN C-SHAPE ARCH BAT TRAILING EDGE HYPER LEADING EDGE SEGMENTATION HYPER CONCAVE TRAILING EDGE MEDIUM HIGH ASPECT RATIO

6 Tissu Teijin Double Ripstop On all our kites we use the Double Ripstop Teijin cloth. Teijin produces the best spi cloth of the market. - 30% more tear resistant > kite stronger - Improved rigidity > more responsive kite - Slow aging The weight of the kite does not increase so far, the performance is unchanged in light wind. simple ripstop Spi Cloth double ripstop Spi Cloth Tear resistance PMB =mi r p= 30% more tear resistant 25 OR 50 RM TR NMM XLW Xtra Light Wind Building The Notus Rev are built using our XLW - Xtra Light Wind building method. The kite weight is reduced at strategic locations improving the performance and responsiveness in light wind. Thanks to the double ripstop fabric, kites are just as strong but lighter. The reinforcements weight is reduced by 30%. Do not adapt yoursel to the kite, the NOTUS REV suits you The back bridles location are modified to increase its responsiveness in light wind, in waves and with an hydrofoil. 3 possible settings of the rear bridles can tune the behavior of the NOTUS REV. Freestyle position, the kite has more pop, is more stable and has more slack in the lines. Freeride position, the bar pressure is moderate and kite reacts in all circumstances. Foil -Wave position, the kite is light bar, relaunches easily and turns very quickly.

7 HYPER LEADING EDGE SEGMENTATION NOTUS REV 2018 : 28 segments. - Better shape definition : More lift and performance, increased flight window - More rigidity : The kite becomes more rigid and responsive NOTUS REV segments MODERN C-SHAPE ARCH - Greater reactivity : Ideal for side shore waves - More pop unhooked - Less unhooked over sheeting : Ideal for freestyle and unhooked surfing - More stability in surf : the kite drifts ideally in hardcore surf move NOTUS 2014 NOTUS REV 2018 MEDIUM HIGH ASPECT RATIO - Less drag : Best high end - More acceleration, ideal position in the kite window for on-shore waves - More hang time : high floaty jumps AUTO ADAPTATIVE BRIDLE SYSTEM The bridle tension is automatically adjust depending on your riding style. - More responsive, ideal for surfing and use a 46cm bar width, even with the big kite sizes. - Best pop when the kite is sheeted in : Easier lines slack for unhooked tricks. - More depower : Ideal for wave riding - Even when the kite is sheeted out, it turns instantly

8 HYPER CONCAVE TRAILING EDGE - Less drag : more acceleration, more hang time - Less kite fluttering during turns, and prevents the aging of the kite. - Removal of fiber battens on the tips : Kite more stable and lighter REDUCED LEADING EDGE DIAMETER - Kite is lighter : the kite drifts perfectly during surf moves, without falling down or collapsing - More reactivity : Performance in radical surfs, easy kite loops - Lighter bar pressure : ride for hours 2014 NOTUS CENTER OF EFFORT 2018 NOTUS REV CENTER OF EFFORT ONWARD CENTER OF EFFORT - More stability in wave riding, kite drifts easily - Increased slack of the lines - Greater responsiveness

9 BRIDLE SYSTEM : NEW LOW FRICTION RINGS Bridle passing inside the ring made using Cousin-Trestec Dynestar rope: Better aging HIGH-SPEED INFLATABLE VALVE The inflation of the kite is faster, easier to pump, safer for your back. The valve is equipped with a airlock system allowing you to inflate the kite without loss of pressure. A pump nozzle is supplied with the kite.

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11 TRAILING EDGE DESIGN: BAT WING TRAILING EDGE The design of the trailing edge improves the aging of the kite. Indeed, most kite have a straight and simple trailing edge, creating a point of weakness when the kite flaps on the beach and during kiteloops. This weakness is the result of creating a hinge between the dacron trailing edge and the body of the kite made with a lighter spi cloth. To remove this hinge, the design of the trailing edge is made with a serie of straight lines never aligned. ERA (Easy Relauching Assistant) : Imitated never duplicated All Notus Rev ZEEKO kites are equipped with ERA connection that allows fast relaunching whatever the circumstances (even ultra light wind ). The ERA system is optional. The line ERA is connected directly on the back of the side struts greatly improving the relaunch. The kite shape allows a relaunch in all circumstances. But in extreme rides (light wind hydrofoiling for example or big waves), it is difficult to quickly relaunch a kite. Notus Rev 2018 keeps the ERA relaunch system on all surfaces ( except 4m) introduced in 2010 by Zeeko. In a freestyle practice, as in a big wave session, it is important to have quick and easy relaunch to spend less time in the water. The ERA system allows an even faster relaunching, ideal for competition and training in freestyle.

12 WINDRANGE WITH HYDROFOIL AVEC UN FOIL TOO LIGHT TROP LEGER PERFECT WIND VENT IDEAL TOO STRONG TROP FORT 4m 5,5m 7m 9m 10m 12m Noeuds/Knots (Average figure based on a 75kg / 165 pounds rider)

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