For 2020, his vision was to keep delivering the most premium performer to our team of World Champions and extreme riders. But when something works so well already, how did he manage to improve the legendary VEGAS?
Here we go behind the design with Ralf Grösel.
What was your vision for 2020 VEGAS?
My vision with the VEGAS each year is to deliver a pure wakestyle / competition orientated kite with extreme boosting and mega loop potential. It’s a design inspired to take our team of world class rider to the top.
At the core of the VEGAS are the necessaries; pop, slack and ultimate precise steering abilities; these are all non-negotiable. Combine that with how long the VEGAS has been around with and the progression of the sport, it’s actually small changes that make a big difference, but they have to enhance it overall.
What are the main design and performance updates for this year’s model?
The new TE wave patterns are lighter, reduce flutter marks but remain as strong as the previous Dacron reinforcement.
In addition, the applied and newly developed 75 gram RipStop material has similar stretch and ageing characteristics to the D3 canopy material. The reason for these updates is to have a more harmonious transition between these two materials. In addition to the already robust frame, it creates a smoother profile and added stiffness to the stable canopy for punchy pop and effortless slack.
2020 VEGAS in a nutshell.
Designed for purpose, driven by performance, the 2020 VEGAS has been sharpened up through use of new materials and is the only choice for freestyle and wakestyle. Inspired by our world class wakestyle/freestyle team, the 2020 VEGAS offers everything for expert and highly skilled riders. Time to unleash the beast.
2020 Design Updates
2020 Performance Enhancements
