Precision / Boost / Loop
The Slingshot Code NXT V2 is the ultimate evolution in New School Big Air, specifically engineered to handle the punchy, gusty conditions we face in the Tampa Bay and Gulf Coast regions. Whether you’re chasing a 25-knot winter cold-fronts or boosting off kickers the V2 will provide the instant feedback and vertical lift needed to progress your riding.
Designed for:
Reliability in Gusts: Stays composed when the sea breeze gets chaotic or the front hits hard.
Technical Progression: Perfect for pushing faster loops and late rotations with a supportive catch.
Intuitive Feedback: A kite that communicates through the bar, so you can focus on the horizon, not your gear.
The re-engineered features that define the Code NXT V2’s signature precision:
Aluula® Laminate Leading Edge + Struts: Ultra-light, stiff, and responsive.
7-Point Fixed Bridle System: Maximum stability under extreme Florida wind loads.
Code95 Trailing Edge Material: Durable construction to survive the tropical sun and salt.
Re-Engineered Leading Edge: Improved aerodynamics for faster, tighter loops.
Fiberglass Batten Layout: Maintains profile integrity during high-speed descents.
From your first loop in Tampa Bay or the Gulf, the Code NXT V2 feels deliberate. The feedback is predictable, meaning you always know exactly where the kite is in the window. As you load your edge against the chop, it holds steady, giving you the confidence to send it.
The V2 doesn’t just "yank" you off the water; it lifts you with a controlled, weightless rise. This smoother takeoff makes timing your boosts more intuitive, allowing you to float at the apex and dial in those technical combos before a soft, supported landing.
Loops on the V2 accelerate with less drag and a tighter arc. The pull remains manageable through the entire rotation, and recovery is nearly instantaneous. It provides the speed you need to progress into "Mega Loops" without the chaotic drag that kills confidence. It’s the loop that feels "silent" until you’re already sticking the landing.
Local Pro Tip: The Code NXT V2’s Aluula construction is a game-changer for Florida’s "shoulder season." When the wind is hovering right at the limit, the reduced weight allows for better light-end performance without sacrificing the stiffness needed for high-wind Big Air sessions.
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1031 4th Street N. St.Petersburg, FL
Call: 1 727-390-6565
Email: info@bestprokiteboarding.com
Want to see something in person? Or just want to hang and talk kite? Stop by our shop, we carry all the top brands including Duotone Kiteboarding, F-One, Eleveight Kites, Flysurfer, Mystic, ION and Dakine to name a few! Nearly all the gear that we sell on our website is in stock at our shop, and if its not its only a few days away and shipped right to your front door. We are staffed with only the best knowledgeable friendly kiteboarders in the area! Together we have a combined 25 years of experience in this industry! Come Ride with Us!
1031 4th Street N. St.Petersburg, FL 33701
Call: 1 941-780-5744
Email: info@bestprokiteboarding.com
Drew is the owner as well as the Head Instructor for Best Pro Kiteboarding. He has been kiteboarding for over 15+ years starting when he was just 15 years old at the famous Sunshine Skyway in Saint Petersburg, Florida. He's interest in being on the water as many days of the year, lead to his passion for sharing this sport with others. His teaching career started in 2010 under the previous owners at Best Pro Kiteboarding. As his passion lead to progression inside the sport, he turned pro in 2011 and has been competing and traveling all over the world for the last 13 years. With wins at the US Freestyle Nationals aka BOTG's in Hood River, Oregon and years of competing in the most prestigious rider invite only events on the planet, such as The Triple-S and The Slider Project.
Drew Christianson is currently sponsored by Duotone Kiteboarding, Patagonia, and Hobie Eyewear. With thousands of hours in the water teaching and tens of thousands of hours kiting himself there is no one more experienced in the water that is coaching in the United States. In this time he has created the Perfect Lesson Plan, geared to get you in the water faster and safer then anywhere else. We look forward to getting you on your way to learning this amazing sport, and out on the beautiful waters of the Tampa Bay!
