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Recent Developments:
New product launches:
- In March 2022, Cabrinha launched the Switchblade foil board, its first windsurf-specific foil board. The board features a parallel rail shape and compact footprint for control and stability. Cabrinha produces kitesurfing equipment for water sports adventure seekers. Cabrinha is a manufacturer of kitesurfing equipment based in Maui, Hawaii, They have been leading the kiteboarding industry since the beginning and offer a wide range of kites, boards, foils, bars, and accessories. Some of their popular products include the Cabrinha Switchblade Kite, Cabrinha FX2 Big Air Kite, Cabrinha Moto Kite, and Cabrinha Drifter Surf Kite . The company is known for its innovative designs and commitment to quality, pushing the limits of kiteboarding while expanding the style and technology of the sport.
- In January 2021, Slingshot Sports released the Hover Glide E-foil, an electric hydrofoil board. It features a battery-powered hydrofoil system for high speeds and long range. Slingshot Sports is a company that designs and develops watersports equipment for kiteboarding, wakeboarding, wing surfing, foiling, windsurfing, and stand-up paddleboarding. The company has been in operation for over 20 years and is known for its innovative products. The company’s products are available for purchase on various websites, including Mackiteboarding and Tidal Wake.
- In September 2020, Starboard unveiled the Hyperspeed foil board designed for recreational foiling and entry into windsurf foiling. It provides high stability and ease of use. Starboard is a premium windsurfing and paddleboarding brand founded in 1994 by Svein Rasmussen. The company’s vision is to bring innovation and quality to the world of watersports. Starboard offers a wide selection of high-quality stand-up paddleboards, inflatable paddleboards, hard paddleboards, and SUP paddles for all levels of paddlers, from beginners to professional racers. The company’s products are available on their website Starboard Cruise is a retail shop that offers duty-free shopping experiences on more than 92 cruise ships worldwide.
Acquisition and partnerships:
- In October 2021, Duotone acquired a majority stake in F-One, combining two leaders in kiteboarding and windsurfing products. This expanded Duotone's foiling expertise. Duotone Sports is a company that develops innovative wind and water sports equipment for kiteboarding, windsurfing, and wing & foiling.
- . Their brand and product experience aims to redefine benchmarks and create outstanding equipment for customers, ensuring unforgettable moments on the water in any weather, location, and discipline.
- In December 2020, Phantom Boards partnered with Horue to distribute their foils. The partnership improved Phantom Boards’ foiling product portfolio. Phantom Boards is a brand that offers electric skateboards. The Phantom Carbon Fiber Direct Drive Electric Skateboard is a high-performance board that can reach speeds of up to 30 MPH and has a range of up to 30 miles.
- The board features a carbon fiber deck, 21700 lithium batteries, and 2200W direct drive motors. Phantom Boards are available for purchase on the Miles Board website
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