North NOVA WINGWing2022

New Compact outline

This improves the upwind ability and overall balance of the wing, eliminating any tendency to nosedive, and reducing tip-strike.  In the 6m/7m lightwind-optimised sizes, the revised outline is flatter through the centre with more curvature out toward the tips.

New Rigid handles

The two longer rigid handle bars are wrapped in a soft EVA comfort grip, letting you slide your hands into optimum trim positions so you can instantly control the wing’s pitch, yaw and roll, while keeping your body positioned perfectly over the foil. More freedom in your hand placement allows you to choose the best feel based on the conditions, your arm length and your body size, and makes transitions more intuitive.

Expanded wind range

In the larger 6m/7m sizes when the wind is lighter and you’re looking for more power, we’ve effectively sheeted the wing in, tightened the canopy and made the frame more rigid. We’ve also created a more even distribution of profile thickness from the strut to the tips, so the tips are more powered up. The wingspan is minimised, making it easier to handle and giving you the ability to get up on the foil when the wind is super-light.

Smooth high-end stability

The Nova is neutrally balanced with a flared-out profile toward the wingtips. This makes it smoother and steadier to ride, and more controllable in powerful gusts.

NEW tip-strike recovery

In the 6/7m we’ve added curvature to the wingtip so that if you do touch the water, only a small part of the wing tip will make contact. This creates less drag when the tips touch the water, improving your chance of recovery.

NEW 1.9m for lighter riders

GeoStrut

The concave side of the curve creates a stiffer frame, so there is less deflection and deformation in flight. The strut geometry also makes the wing more ergonomic and comfortable, so you're in a more natural position when sheeted in.

Efficient energy transfer

The XL T-Joint is the structural frame joining the leading edge and strut in the shape of the letter T. The connection has an extra-large diameter for optimum stiffness, enabling a lightweight, direct connection to the canopy.

Dual HyperFlow and 4-point bladder lock

Bayonet style main inflation valve compatible with most pumps. No adapter needed. Two HyperFlow Inflation hoses on each side of the strut provide twice the rate of airflow on deflation and inflation. The two connections lock the left and right sides of the strut bladder in place, providing support on both sides of the strut where the bladder is attached. The bladder is also held into place by lines at the top and bottom of the strut tied off to some webbing.

Durable Dacron frame and N-HTRS canopy

The lower stretch material keeps the shape clean and undisturbed under load. We've also built stiffness into the design through the load distribution on the frame when in use. The Nova canopy is constructed using North High Tenacity Ripstop (N-HTRS) polyester yarn canopy material for lightness, high tear strength and longevity.

LiteVision panels

The windows are positioned in exactly the right place for a safer riding experience, without adding unnecessary weight and complexity to the design.

Kevlar strut connection

DuraLite reinforcement

Constructed without exposed stitching that could wear out with abrasion, the Kevlar reinforcement provides maximum scuff protection on the corner of the wing, especially when used on land.