Kitesoul Magazine #13 English Edition

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PRODUCT FOCUS
CORE CHOICE 2 | BOLT 2
Product focus
CORE CHOICE 2 | BOLT 2
Choice 2 SIZES::
134x41 cm | 137x41.5 cm | 139x42 cm | 142x42.5 cm
Bolt 2 SIZES:
136x42 cm | 139x42.5 cm | 142x42.75 cm
CORE releases its Next Gen
Choice and Bolt twin tips
The kiteboarding powerhouse
on the sunny island of Fehmarn
releases the next generation of
its freestyle bestsellers. Fans of
the CORE Bolt and Choice will
appreciate the innovative refinements
to the fabulous originals.
Although both boards
share CORE’s hi-tech board
construction technology, they
are designed for two distinct
target markets. Whereas the
Choice is a board for freestylists
that enjoy both straps and
the occasional boot session, the
boot only Bolt is designed strictly
for the hardcore wakestyle
market.
The second generation boards
feature a new CNC milling
and production process that
extends the Paulownia wood
core closer to the board edges
to reduce weight and increase
reflexivity. The improved channels
and Vario Rails give you the
grip and control you need with
or without fins. And the Bolt 2
and Choice 2 both continue to
benefit from CORE’s proprietary
30° biaxial carbon fiber weave
that further optimizes board
torsion and dynamic longitudinal
flex. “The new boards feel
alive and ready for anything.”
claims CORE twintip developer,
Daniel Borchert.
The new boards incorporate
variable rail thickness for better
control and a smoother edging.
The Vario Rails as they are
known feature a 9.5mm shaped
rail profile near the center
of the board that progressively
reduces in thickness to 3mm
near the tips. The marginally
wider tips, moderated rocker,
and 2 new 3⁄4 length channels
produces a silky smooth turning
board with amazing lateral resistance,
excellent speed in the
lulls, and never ending smiles.
Like the originals, both boards
carry forward their reputation
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for extreme durability and slider
friendly bases.
Whereas the Choice 2 gives
you the option to use boots or
straps, the Bolt 2 is strictly a
boot only wakestyler with an
innovative base. Ding the Bolt’s
unique, snowboard inspired,
Pro Fix Grindbase and repair it
easily with a PTEX candle.
The next gen Choice 2 is available
in four sizes and may be
ordered with either the Union
Comfort or Union Pro Pads and
Straps. And the boot ready Bolt
2 is available in three sizes.