Includes: Kite, Kite Bag, Repair Kit, Sand Bag
2026 North Orbit Kiteboarding Kite
Big Air | Freeride
Our iconic premier 5-strut kite delivers user-friendly performance with a big wind range, effortless steering and upwind drive. Completely redesigned for 2026, the new Orbit flies smoother, jumps higher and gives riders more control in big air manoeuvres. It is your ultimate kite for loop progression, with more precise, responsive steering and increased loft and hangtime.
The pro-technology N-Max2 airframe material has enabled us to create a slimmer, lighter leading edge (LE) for improved efficiency. A new five-point precision bridle supports this thinner LE, while a higher aspect ratio (from 4.3 to 5.2) and a more forward and cambered profile give the kite a smoother, more energetic feel.
For 2026, North has streamlined the lineup, offering just two models: the Standard version, which we’re currently reviewing, and the Ultra, which promises some exciting innovations.
North has given the Orbit a more pronounced delta shape than in previous years. The leading edge now uses North’s N-Max2 Dacron, the same material found in their current Pro model, offering a slightly lighter yet stiffer construction than the standard Dacron. The canopy features a high-quality triple ripstop fabric, providing both durability and crisp responsiveness. Overall, the material selection closely mirrors the current Pro version. Beyond these updates, the construction stays true to North’s signature quality: meticulous attention to detail and bombproof durability that riders have come to trust.
The new 2026 shape has indeed shifted toward a slightly more delta-style design but it still retains the core DNA of previous versions. What does that mean in practice? A kite that’s intuitive to fly, with light bar pressure and quick, responsive handling. The Orbit feels fast in the air, so much so that it often seems like you’re flying a size smaller than what you’re actually riding. Despite its speed, it remains highly intuitive at the bar, never feeling twitchy or overwhelming.
The Orbit delivers a smooth, comfortable ride with solid upwind performance and excellent gust absorption. Where the kite truly shines is jumping. The 2026 Orbit shows a noticeable improvement in both lift and hangtime compared to previous years. The magic that made the Orbit so popular is still there: huge, easy jumps that even intermediate riders can enjoy. Kiteloops are tight and controllable, reinforcing the Orbit’s status as a top choice for those progressing into Big Air.
Features
- New Response 5-point bridle attachment system
- New thinner low-drag LE and struts
- New PTP2 contoured to reduce tension in the seams
- Higher Aspect Ratio for increased loft and hangtime
- More swept slimmer wingtips for precise responsive steering
- More forward and cambered profile for higher boosts & easier loops
- C-ARC Continuous Curved Segment Arc-design
- Stable 5-Strut Performance
- Ultralite StitchHold Technology
- Low Profile Bridle Lines
- Three performance tuning options
- DuraLite Seam Protection
- Airlite Lightweight Bladders
- HyperFlow Rapid Inflation
- Lightweight Trailing Edge Reinforcement
- Kevlar Reinforced Strut Attachment
- Includes Premium recycled fabric Kite Bag
Materials
- New lightweight and durable pro-technology N-Max2 airframe
- New N-RS3 High Tenacity Triple Ripstop Canopy
Engineered for Extremity
With 8% less weight and 30% more strength, Orbit’s upgraded N-Max2 airframe shrugs off even the wildest gusts, remaining stable and poised so you can ride the storm’s full force - and come back wanting more.
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“There’s something really special about the new Orbit. What stands out most for me is the second lift, that moment the kite catches me after the loop feels smoother than ever before. And the purple kite, easily my favourite colour from the range.”Nathalie Lambrecht
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Ref. 85000.260000
Includes: Kite, Kite Bag, Repair Kit, Sand Bag
2026 North Orbit Kiteboarding Kite
Big Air | Freeride
Our iconic premier 5-strut kite delivers user-friendly performance with a big wind range, effortless steering and upwind drive. Completely redesigned for 2026, the new Orbit flies smoother, jumps higher and gives riders more control in big air manoeuvres. It is your ultimate kite for loop progression, with more precise, responsive steering and increased loft and hangtime.
The pro-technology N-Max2 airframe material has enabled us to create a slimmer, lighter leading edge (LE) for improved efficiency. A new five-point precision bridle supports this thinner LE, while a higher aspect ratio (from 4.3 to 5.2) and a more forward and cambered profile give the kite a smoother, more energetic feel.
For 2026, North has streamlined the lineup, offering just two models: the Standard version, which we’re currently reviewing, and the Ultra, which promises some exciting innovations.
North has given the Orbit a more pronounced delta shape than in previous years. The leading edge now uses North’s N-Max2 Dacron, the same material found in their current Pro model, offering a slightly lighter yet stiffer construction than the standard Dacron. The canopy features a high-quality triple ripstop fabric, providing both durability and crisp responsiveness. Overall, the material selection closely mirrors the current Pro version. Beyond these updates, the construction stays true to North’s signature quality: meticulous attention to detail and bombproof durability that riders have come to trust.
The new 2026 shape has indeed shifted toward a slightly more delta-style design but it still retains the core DNA of previous versions. What does that mean in practice? A kite that’s intuitive to fly, with light bar pressure and quick, responsive handling. The Orbit feels fast in the air, so much so that it often seems like you’re flying a size smaller than what you’re actually riding. Despite its speed, it remains highly intuitive at the bar, never feeling twitchy or overwhelming.
The Orbit delivers a smooth, comfortable ride with solid upwind performance and excellent gust absorption. Where the kite truly shines is jumping. The 2026 Orbit shows a noticeable improvement in both lift and hangtime compared to previous years. The magic that made the Orbit so popular is still there: huge, easy jumps that even intermediate riders can enjoy. Kiteloops are tight and controllable, reinforcing the Orbit’s status as a top choice for those progressing into Big Air.
Features
- New Response 5-point bridle attachment system
- New thinner low-drag LE and struts
- New PTP2 contoured to reduce tension in the seams
- Higher Aspect Ratio for increased loft and hangtime
- More swept slimmer wingtips for precise responsive steering
- More forward and cambered profile for higher boosts & easier loops
- C-ARC Continuous Curved Segment Arc-design
- Stable 5-Strut Performance
- Ultralite StitchHold Technology
- Low Profile Bridle Lines
- Three performance tuning options
- DuraLite Seam Protection
- Airlite Lightweight Bladders
- HyperFlow Rapid Inflation
- Lightweight Trailing Edge Reinforcement
- Kevlar Reinforced Strut Attachment
- Includes Premium recycled fabric Kite Bag
Materials
- New lightweight and durable pro-technology N-Max2 airframe
- New N-RS3 High Tenacity Triple Ripstop Canopy
Engineered for Extremity
With 8% less weight and 30% more strength, Orbit’s upgraded N-Max2 airframe shrugs off even the wildest gusts, remaining stable and poised so you can ride the storm’s full force - and come back wanting more.
---------------------------------------------------------
“There’s something really special about the new Orbit. What stands out most for me is the second lift, that moment the kite catches me after the loop feels smoother than ever before. And the purple kite, easily my favourite colour from the range.”Nathalie Lambrecht
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Ref. 85000.260000
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