AIf you follow it a bit, there is quite a bit going on in the kitesurfing industry. More and more Dutch kitesurf brands are added. Earlier we introduced Reedin. We also revealed that in the coming period we will be checking Dutch kitesurfing brands and screening them a bit. In this blog we will consider Harlem kite surfing. Again a Dutch kitesurf brand that serves the worldwide kitesurf market. We also immediately draw attention to the test day.
Harlem Kitesurfing - Change the tide
Harlem kitesurfing has its origin from the passion for kite surfing, giving kitesurfing lessons and repairing kites. Combine these three elements. Add a dose of entrepreneurship to it. Then an idea to develop your own kite is not that bad. Anyway, from an idea to actually doing it is not a piece of cake.
Op haerlemsbottom.nl you will find a cool interview with the founders and owners Alex and Hans. One thing is for sure: if a kite can handle the versatility of the conditions in the Netherlands in terms of wind, weather and water, it will work at almost any kite spot.
"If a kite can handle the versatility of the conditions in the Netherlands in terms of wind, weather and water, it will work at almost any kite spot"
Harlem Kitesurfing from 2016
Kites are for sale from 2016. The development, construction and sale of kiteboards soon followed. For example, kite surfers can get on the water with a complete kitesurfing set from Harlem kitesurfing. The brand is now known worldwide and is very well regarded. Read more about this below.
Kites
We give a very brief introduction to the kites and kiteboards from Harlem Kitesurfing. Much too short actually. Because what strikes us when studying the site is that everything Harlem Kitesuring does has been well thought out. Our impression is that they really want to make a difference in their own way with their kitesurfing equipment. Therefore, read on Harlem kite surfing.
Harlem Go v4
An all-round freeride and freestyle kite that would also be very suitable for big air. A crown on Harlem Kitesuring's work is thekitemag.com's review of the Harlem Go. Read a copy of the review harlemkitesurfing.com.
"The Harlem Go ... is a brilliant workhorse with universal appeal amongst our test team and might worry the big boys." -thekitemag.com
Harlem Lights v1
A kite specially developed to be able to kite surf in low wind.
Harlem Pro v2
A freestyle kite specially developed for explosive lift, a lot of pop and therefore also unhooked tricks.
Harlem Wave v2
A wavestyle kite specially developed for wave riding. A kite that steers quickly and, once you start surfing, leaves you alone for a while.
kiteboards
Harlem Wood
A twintip kiteboard developed for every kite surfer. Especially for Dutch conditions, the kiteboard cuts well through the 'chop' (restless water) and it runs very well. If you read the description and specifications, this kiteboard comes across to us as a unique piece of work by Harlem Kitesurfing.
Harlem Rocker
A Twintip kiteboard specially made for freestyle kite surfers. High jumps, unhooking and tricks at full pressure. This kiteboard is made for that. This kiteboard is also suitable for sailing with 'boots' (in short: wakeboard bindings). The Harlem Rocker kiteboard, just like the Harlem Go, passed the test of thekitemag.com very well. As a 'standout performer crossover kiteboard'.
Harlem Swell
A wave kiteboard finished of wood specially developed for kite surfing in the waves. Kite surfing with four or three fins and without foot straps.
Harlem charge
A handmade wave kiteboard specially developed for all types of waves. Whether you want to crack some surf waves or go for the big waves. The Harlem Charge should be in the mood for it.
Test day Harlem kitesurfing
Tuesday, August 18, Harlem Kitesurfing organizes a test day at Slufter beach near Rotterdam. Take the opportunity to meet the Harlem family and test their kitesurfing equipment.
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We have added some photos of the test day to the facebook photo album: https://www.facebook.com/nlkitesurf/photos