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RRD - Religion MK9
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RRD - Religion MK9 - year 2019
The first thing that comes to mind when this kite is mentioned is SURF.
As the first kite manufacturer to make a kitesurf specific kite, RRD knows a thing or two about wave kites. There are not many kites out there that can drift like the new RRD Religion MK9, allowing you to ride the wave instead of being pulled by your kite. The new Religion MK9 is the epitome...
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| Recommended Style | Waveride - Freeride |
| Available Sizes | 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - 10.5 - 12 |
| Available Colours | Orange-Gray / Cyan-Orange |
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...of the perfect kitesurfing kite.
The Religion MK9 has undergone only minute changes compared to our most successful wave kite, the Religion MK8. The large sizes, 9m up to 12m, remain virtually the same while the smaller sizes, 8m down to 4m, have a revised leading edge and again the addition of a pulley. These changes on the smaller sizes allow the kite to self regulate in stronger conditions, which makes you hold on comfortable in stronger winds. Next to that it increases the wind range, and provides more hang time for those who still like to send it!
If speed is what you need, the Religion MK9 is our fastest version yet! This significant boost in speed and performance position this kite into a more specific and focused wave catching machine. Unlike most fast turning surf kites on the market, the RRD Religion MK9 still maintains that signature pull and power which helps to get in a few extra turns down the line.
With a new deep and long leading edge in the small sizes, the Religion MK9 now has more range and control in strong, gusty winds, more depower, and has also increased the kites upwind ability. The new shape of Religion Mk9 not only improves the speed and reaction time but also allows you to kill the harness pressure when bottom turning and lining up for a big vertical turn on the wave or for more control during your strapless freestyle maneuvers.
An additional, notable feature added to the new Religion MK9, per the request of our top performers in the strapless freestyle kitesurfing discipline, is the front line trim settings that can be found on the bridle. We have added a wave setting and a freestyle wave setting. The freestyle wave setting pulls less on the harness, has a more direct bar feeling, de-powers the kite more when needed, and forces the kite to fly more towards the edge of the window which creates more lift! The wave setting is more suited towards purely riding in the surf with less bar pressure and a kite that sits deeper in the wind window, maximizing the drift for when riding down the line.
Since its first introduction, this kite has transformed together with the evolution of riding waves with a kite.
Special features Rrd Religion Mk9
- Front-line trim setting with two options; wave / freestyle-wave
- Quick Air Flow Valve, with special moulded protection cap and reduced dimensions
- Bridle anti-tangle device
- Wide tips for extra maneuverability
- 4m, 5m, 6m, 7m & 8m have a pulley on the bridle, to handle the strong gusty conditions and improve the stability
- 8m, 9m, 10,5m & 12m have a higher aspect ratio to improve the speed, power and reaction time.
The Religion Mk9 is the strongest kite on the market because of a:
- Bullet proof construction that creates a strong structural frame with a mix of 195 grms. Polyant Dacron and light weight D2 Techno Force™ Double Ripstop
- Internal and external extra reinforcements on every leading edge panel to ensure long lasting stitching and a rigid connection
- Exclusive Strut/Leading edge reinforcement D2 Techno Force™ Double Ripstop panel sewn at 45 degrees on the larger sizes. This spreads the impact loads over a wider area
- Radial Canopy reinforcements around the trailing edge of the kite, are positioned in a way that intersects the Techno Force Double Ripstop. This not only increases strength and durability on sensitive areas but also compliments the torsion placed on the kite, thus improving the overall flying characteristics
- All struts are reinforced with Kevlar stitched to the ends which reduce abrasion and the new design also prevents sand from getting into the kite. The middle strut includes Kevlar and an additional layer of Dacron because it suffers the most on impacts
- Our Bridle attachment points are reinforced with a soft PU external protection and an internal double adhesive Dacron patch, to increase durability
- Our ‘External Scuff Protectors’ are additional reinforcements on all scuff points strengthened with EVA reinforcements to extend the life and durability of the kite. This EVA is then encased in Insignia secured by a double stitch that adds to the durability of high stress points.
SIZES RELIGION MK9 - 2019:
4 – 5 – 6 – 7 – 8 – 9 – 10.5 – 12
We build our kites to be stronger than the rest! The graphics of the Religion have allowed us to create a web of Dacron reinforcements on the canopy that give the whole structure of the kite unmatched rigidity. Our wave proof construction is made up of 60% heavy duty Dacron fabrics and 40% of a lightweight double ripstop D2 Technoforce canopy for the sizes up to 8m. The bigger sizes (>8m) have the opposite; 40% heavy duty Dacron & 60% lightweight D2. This unique mix is used only in the Religion kites, thus with the right weight-strength ratio it creates superior crash resistance, and extends the lifespan of the kite.
To sum it up, the new Religion MK9 allows for a wider range of use both on the high and low end of the kite. Faster, better lift during jumps, outstanding drifting characteristics, easy relaunch and an enormous progressive de-power that will stop the kites’ power, or power ups, exactly when you need it.
SPECS RELIGION MK9 2019
| SIZE | WIND RANGE* |
|---|---|
| 4 | 24 / 40 |
| 5 | 22 / 35 |
| 6 | 21 / 30 |
| 7 | 19 / 27 |
| 8 | 17 / 25 |
| 9 | 15 / 22 |
| 10.5 | 13 / 20 |
| 12 | 11 / 18 |
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