Core · 2025

Section 5

wavestraplessfoildrift

Core's world-class wave kite tested by GKA World Champion Gabriel Benetton in Indonesian reef breaks. Future-C shape with intelligent volume distribution for wingtip stability and ultra-direct steering. Perfectly matched to Core surfboards for all surf disciplines and foiling.

Best for: World-class wave riding and strapless freestyle

Style Placement

Riding Style

FoilBig Air

Kite Shape

Low Aspect (C/Delta)High Aspect (Bow/LEI)

Specifications

Aspect Ratiomedium

Struts3

Bar TypeHigh-Y

Turning Speedvery-fast

Low-End Power5/10

Depower Range10/10

Relauncheasy

Wind Range12–32 knots

Sizes5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12m

Reviews

4.6/ 5.0 from 14 reviews

Kiteforum4.6/5

Gabriel Benetton won the GKA on this kite. The steering feedback is extraordinary — you feel every gust through the bar. Best wave kite Core has ever built.

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Reddit r/kiteboarding4.5/5

The Section 5 is legit. Ultra-direct, great drift, and it handles overhead surf better than anything else in Core's lineup.

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