Your surf experience, upgraded. Benefit from the most direct steering and full control
Tested by the outstanding surfer Willow River-Tonkin and freshly crowned World Champion Gabriel Benetton in the fiery reef breaks of Indonesia.
Introducing: CORE's new wave kite with a world-class seal.
Numerous optimizations ensure an even better drift. A new and intelligent volume distribution to give it more stability in the wingtips and an overall faster turning and flying behavior.
Perfectly matched to all four CORE surfboards, the Section 5 serves all surfing disciplines from small waves to large overhead breakers and also strapless freestyle. With these features, the Section 5 is also ideal for foiling.
"No matter how challenging the conditions and maneuvers - with the Section 5 I always stay in full control. Its ultra-direct steering and feedback are essential for my aggressive cutbacks and strapless tricks."
Gabriel Benetton, GKA Kitesurf World Champion 2024
The Section 5 relies on the proven Future-C shape, enhanced especially for this model. Thanks to its moderate aspect ratio, it flies super-fast and direct, remaining optimally noticeable and controllable in every turn. This tuning is rounded off with an incomparably precise pressure point.
NEU! EXOTEX® 2 LEADING EDGE STRONG MATERIAL. STIFF AIR FRAME.
The high-quality special dacron remains low-stretch in all directions – even under extreme forces. Thanks to an elaborate annealing and coating process, ExoTex 2 achieves an extremely high tensile strength and is still lightweight. Due to intelligent volume distribution, the Section 5 has more stability in the wingtips and an overall faster turning and flight behavior.
CORETEX 2® TRIPLE RIPSTOP CANOPY
MAXIMUM STABILITY. FULL CONTROL
The CoreTex® 2 canopy, developed exclusively for CORE, is particularly robust and stiffened thanks to a triple reinforcing thread and a special coating process. CoreTex 2 sets the standard in breaking strength, tear resistance, longevity, UV protection, and elongation. Experience the tight, crisp, and signature feel that only a CoreTex kite delivers.
EXOTEX® LIGHT STRUTS LIGHTER. JUST AS ROBUST
While the ultra-resistant ExoTex 2 is used for the leading edge, the struts are made of ExoTex Light. Incorporating a radial thread pattern and emulsion (protective coating) process that reduces mass by approximately ten percent. This combination saves weight, optimizes turning behavior and increases drift ability.
3 STRUT LIGHT FRAME IMPRESSIVE LIGHTNESS
3 STRUT LIGHT FRAME IMPRESSIVE LIGHTNESS
The Section's proven strut frame saves weight, guarantees outstanding balance in light winds, and overwhelming drift on the down-the-line course. Lighter than its predecessor and still suitable for massive, big waves all along the line.
3 STRUT LIGHT FRAME IMPRESSIVE LIGHTNESS
The Section's proven strut frame saves weight, guarantees outstanding balance in light winds, and overwhelming drift on the down-the-line course. Lighter than its predecessor and still suitable for massive, big waves all along the line.
Surf Profile
STABLE DRIFT AND HIGH TURNING PLEASURE
The lowest point of the profile is further back, and the aspect ratio is lower than that of the Nexus 4. This increases the drift efficiency of the Section 5.
SHORT PULLEY-BRIDLE SYSTEM
CRISP AND CLEAN TURNS
The Section 5 retains its short pulley bridles for an extremely smooth turn, an ultra-direct character that translates into optimal feedback at the bar and responds to control commands without delay. Thanks to the Pulley-Bridle and Future C Shape, you always have the choice of the exact pivot point. Pull tight loops in aggressive turns without being pulled off the board or choose a slightly wider radius for a more powerful kiteloop for example as eject button in the wave breaking above you.
CIT MODES
ADJUST IT TO THE WIND CONDITIONS
Our CIT Modes calibrate the Section to wind direction. Three, anti-snag bridle attachment points make kite adjustments for onshore wind, all-round conditions, and offshore wind. The onshore setting sits the kite deeper in the wind window, giving it more grunt and better drift. The offshore setting sits the kite more forward in the wind window, giving it higher depower and faster forward speed.
Turning speed and steering feel is a matter of choice. Your choice. With three adjustable back line connection points, our quick adjusting trim system gives you the freedom to further customize your bar feel and turning speed to suit your style. So go ahead and play with your trim settings and find your inner wave ninja.
More Features
Instant Relaunch QUICKLY BACK IN THE SKY
A slight tug on a control line is all it takes, and the Section 5 is back in the sky. The reverse start capability is also fully given by the wider tips.
Speed Pump System EFFICIENT AIR MANAGER
With optimal access points to the struts, the air distribution system works effectively and efficiently. This inflation/deflation system is so exceptional that you might not even need your electric pump anymore.
Speed Valve 2 MAXIMUM AIR FLOW
With optimal access points to the struts, the air distribution system works effectively and efficiently. This inflation/deflation system is so exceptional that you might not even need your electric pump anymore.
RADICAL REACTION TIPS OUTSTANDING RESPONSIVENESS AND AGILITY
The tip geometry of the Section 5 allows for cat-like reflexes in big waves. The leading-edge profile ensures high reactivity and agility in kiteloops.
GRINTEX® PATCHES ABRASION-RESISTANT FRONT TUBE
Anti-wear patches where you need them most. The extreme abrasion-resistant patches located on the leading edge segment seams and strut tips offer another layer of security against any potential beach hazards.
SENSOR BAR READY GENIUS DUO
The Section 5 is optimized for CORE's ultralight Sensor bar system. Together, they feature precise kite control, unbeatable safety features, and straightforward simplicity. Choose the new Sensor 4 bar to unlock ultimate performance.
More Features
Instant Relaunch QUICKLY BACK IN THE SKY
A slight tug on a control line is all it takes, and the Section 5 is back in the sky. The reverse start capability is also fully given by the wider tips.
Speed Pump System EFFICIENT AIR MANAGER
With optimal access points to the struts, the air distribution system works effectively and efficiently. This inflation/deflation system is so exceptional that you might not even need your electric pump anymore.
Speed Valve 2 MAXIMUM AIR FLOW
With optimal access points to the struts, the air distribution system works effectively and efficiently. This inflation/deflation system is so exceptional that you might not even need your electric pump anymore.
RADICAL REACTION TIPS OUTSTANDING RESPONSIVENESS AND AGILITY
The tip geometry of the Section 5 allows for cat-like reflexes in big waves. The leading-edge profile ensures high reactivity and agility in kiteloops.
GRINTEX® PATCHES ABRASION-RESISTANT FRONT TUBE
Anti-wear patches where you need them most. The extreme abrasion-resistant patches located on the leading edge segment seams and strut tips offer another layer of security against any potential beach hazards.
SENSOR BAR READY GENIUS DUO
The Section 5 is optimized for CORE's ultralight Sensor bar system. Together, they feature precise kite control, unbeatable safety features, and straightforward simplicity. Choose the new Sensor 4 bar to unlock ultimate performance.
The Section 4 is fully compatible with the Sensor 2, Sensor 2S, Sensor 3 and Sensor 4 bar system: Sensor 2, Sensor 2+, Sensor Pro, Sensor 2S, Sensor 2S Pro, Sensor 3, Sensor 3 Pro, Sensor 3S,Sensor 3S Pro, Sensor 4 &Sensor 4 Pro
6 YEAR REPLACEMENT PARTS AVAILABILITY
CORE kites are built to last. Our legendary durability is backed by a six-year parts availability guarantee. We will stock all Section 5 replacement parts for a minimum of six years.
Delivery
The Section 5 comes with an amazing backpack, manual, line extensions and a repair kit.
