Freeride • Big Air Progression • Three Struts • Open-C Hybrid
2025 Slingshot Code V2 Kiteboarding Kite
Smooth, predictable freeride power with confident boosting, intuitive steering and dependable catches.
The 2025 Slingshot Code V2 is a versatile three-strut freeride kite made for riders who want one dependable platform for cruising, jumping, looping, surfboard sessions and kite foiling. Its Open-C hybrid freeride shape delivers smooth power and stable, intuitive steering, while its supportive lift and predictable catch help riders build confidence in the air.
Freeride sits at the center of the Code V2’s design. It is forgiving enough for progression but remains lively when you want to boost or introduce kite loops. Slingshot describes it as an all-around kite for riders who value durability, performance, versatility and an easy-to-trust feel rather than a highly specialized competition design.
- All-Around Freeride
- Progression-Friendly
- Three-Strut Platform
- Open-C Hybrid Shape
- Smooth Boost and Catch
- Sizes 5–17m
Why Choose This Kite?
Choose the Code V2 if you want one kite that feels predictable during everyday freeride sessions but still gives you room to progress into higher jumps and controlled loops. Its power arrives smoothly, its steering remains stable without constant correction and its lift is designed to feel supportive rather than abrupt.
The Code V2 makes the most sense for riders who do not want their quiver defined by one discipline. It can cruise on a twin tip, boost and loop, accompany a surfboard or provide power for a foil session without feeling completely out of place.
Windance recommendation: Select the Code V2 for dependable all-around freeride performance, beginner-to-intermediate progression and confidence-building Big Air. Choose the Code NXT V1 if advanced, ALUULA-powered Big Air and faster, more technical loops are your main goals. Choose the RPX V2 if unhooked freestyle and usable slack matter more than boost-and-catch freeride performance.
Best Riding Styles and Rider Level
| Riding Style | Suitability | What to Expect |
|---|---|---|
| Beginner Progression | Very Good | Smooth power, intuitive steering and a forgiving feel support progression. Slingshot does not formally label it as a trainer or publish a specific skill rating. |
| Freeride | Primary Use | This is the Code V2’s central discipline: comfortable cruising, jumping and broad everyday versatility. |
| Big Air | Very Good for Progression | Quick climbing lift, time in the air and a dependable catch help riders improve boosting and landings without using Slingshot’s more demanding NXT platform. |
| Freestyle | Good for General Freestyle | Suitable for hooked-in tricks and loops. Choose the RPX V2 for a more unhooked-focused design with usable slack for handlepasses. |
| Wave / Strapless | Versatile Secondary Use | Slingshot positions the Code V2 for surfboard use and describes it as composed while surfing, but it is not presented as a dedicated maximum-drift wave kite. |
| Kite Foiling | Versatile Secondary Use | Capable for mixed foil sessions. Dedicated foil riders wanting minimal drag and maximum drift should consider the zero-strut UFO V3. |
| Light Wind | Good in Larger Sizes | The 14m and 17m extend the range into lighter wind, with the 17m officially listed for approximately 9–16 knots. |
| Racing | Not a Primary Use | Slingshot does not position the Code V2 as a dedicated kite-racing design. |
How the Code V2 Rides
Smooth, Predictable Power
The Code V2 delivers power progressively and predictably. This helps riders maintain control while cruising, edging for a jump or learning new maneuvers.
Intuitive Steering
Slingshot describes the steering as intuitive and stable. The kite responds without requiring constant corrections, reducing unnecessary workload during longer sessions.
Confident Boost and Catch
The Code V2 climbs quickly and produces a smooth, supportive lift. Its dependable catch helps create more controlled landings when progressing with jumps and loops.
Playful Looping
The three-strut platform remains lively enough for loops without turning the kite into an advanced-only Big Air machine. Its emphasis is controlled progression rather than extreme competition performance.
Hangtime and Landings
Slingshot says the kite climbs quickly, gives the rider time and supplies a dependable catch. It is designed for confidence and controlled landings rather than chasing the most extreme possible height or float.
Broad Session Versatility
The Code V2 can feel playful during loops, calm while cruising and composed with a surfboard or foil. This broad usability is its main advantage over specialized kite designs.
Turning, Bar Pressure, Depower, Relaunch and Drift
- Turning speed: Intuitive and stable for normal freeride, yet lively enough for jumping and loops. Slingshot does not publish a fixed fast-or-slow numerical rating in the page text.
- Bar pressure: Multi-point rear-line settings allow the rider to adjust turning response, bar pressure and overall feel. Slingshot recommends beginning with the middle or balanced setting.
- Depower and wind control: Slingshot positions the Code V2 around sheet-and-go comfort and smooth, predictable power. The manufacturer does not publish a numerical depower rating.
- Relaunch: Slingshot states that relaunch depends on wind strength, water conditions and technique, and that most of its models are designed for reliable recovery. The company does not provide a separate Code V2 relaunch score.
- Drift: The kite is suitable for surfboard and foil sessions, but Slingshot does not position it as a dedicated maximum-drift model. Choose the UFO V3 when foil-specific drift and minimal drag are the priorities.
- Boosting: Smooth, supportive lift with a quick climb and predictable timing.
- Hangtime: Provides time at the apex and a dependable catch for controlled landings, without being marketed as an extreme specialist.
Construction and Technology
Three-Strut Lightweight Platform
Three struts balance structural support with reduced complexity and weight, helping the Code V2 remain versatile for freeride, jumping, surf and foil sessions.
Open-C Hybrid Freeride Shape
The hybrid shape combines a lively, responsive feel with the stability and everyday usability required for broad freeride progression.
Tuned Bridle Geometry
Slingshot’s tuned bridle supports predictable power delivery, stable steering and controlled performance across the kite’s different uses.
Rear-Line Adjustment
Multiple rear-line attachment settings let riders tune turning speed, bar pressure and steering feel. Start in the balanced position and change one setting at a time.
Reinforced Structure
Slingshot lists a reinforced leading edge and strut structure together with durable canopy materials for dependable everyday use.
Fast Inflation Systems
A high-pressure inflation valve and One Pump Speed System simplify inflation and deflation while connecting the leading edge and struts.
Verified materials note: Slingshot’s current official Code V2 product page does not identify the airframe textile as Dacron, FrameLITE or ALUULA. It lists a reinforced leading edge and strut structure plus durable canopy materials. The Code V2 should therefore not be advertised as an ALUULA kite.
Standard Code V2 vs Code NXT
NXT identifies a separate premium, Big Air-focused Code platform rather than a graphics package. Slingshot explicitly states that the Code NXT V1 uses an ALUULA NXT airframe, Progressive Arc Canopy and TrimFlite bridle for fast loops, explosive vertical lift and direct rider feedback.
Standard Code V2
Three-strut Open-C hybrid platform with reinforced leading-edge and strut construction. It prioritizes value, durability, smooth power, forgiveness and versatility across freeride, jumping, surf and foil sessions.
Premium Code NXT V1
ALUULA NXT construction with more direct feedback, explosive vertical lift and fast, controlled looping. It is aimed primarily at serious Big Air riders and advanced technical progression.
Choose the standard Code V2 for all-around comfort and forgiving progression. Choose the Code NXT V1 when premium ALUULA construction and technical Big Air performance justify the additional cost and more performance-focused feel.
Slingshot Kite Comparison
| Model | Verified Construction | Primary Character | Choose It If... |
|---|---|---|---|
| Code V2 | Three-strut lightweight platform; Open-C hybrid freeride shape; reinforced leading edge and struts | Smooth, predictable and forgiving all-around freeride performance | You want one versatile kite for progression, cruising, boosting, loops, surf and occasional foiling. |
| Code NXT V1 | ALUULA NXT airframe; Progressive Arc Canopy; NXT TrimFlite bridle | Explosive lift, faster technical loops and direct Big Air feedback | You are moving into serious Big Air and want the premium ALUULA Code platform. |
| RPX V2 | Open-C hybrid shape; reinforced leading-edge and strut construction | Freestyle crossover with controlled pull and usable slack | You prioritize unhooked progression, first handlepasses and park-style freestyle. |
| Ghost V3 | One-strut airframe; modern swept-wing profile | Efficient, light-bar, sheet-and-go performance with smooth relaunch | You place more emphasis on foiling, surf, light-wind efficiency and compact travel gear. |
| UFO V3 | Zero-strut FlexLITE airframe; Compact Swept C shape | Foil-specific minimal drag, fast steering and maximum drift | Kite foiling is your priority and you want the kite to stay light and unobtrusive in the sky. |
Official Sizes and Wind Ranges
| Kite Size | Official Wind Range | Recommended Slingshot Bar Width |
|---|---|---|
| 5m | 25–40 knots | 17" or 20" |
| 6m | 23–35 knots | 17" or 20" |
| 7m | 22–33 knots | 17" or 20" |
| 8m | 21–30 knots | 17" or 20" |
| 9m | 19–28 knots | 20" |
| 10m | 17–26 knots | 20" |
| 11m | 15–24 knots | 20" |
| 12m | 13–20 knots | 20" |
| 14m | 11–18 knots | 20" or 23" |
| 17m | 9–16 knots | 20" or 23" |
Manufacturer wind ranges are starting points, not guarantees. Rider weight, board size, water state, air density and skill level can significantly change the usable range. Size down for additional control or size up for additional power when appropriate.
Package Includes
- Slingshot Code V2 kite
- Kite bag
- Bladder patch kit
Slingshot’s official package list does not include a control bar or pump.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Slingshot Code V2 a beginner kite?
Slingshot describes it as forgiving, intuitive and safe-feeling for progression, but does not formally classify it as a beginner or trainer kite. It is a strong option for riders progressing beyond lessons who want a kite they will not quickly outgrow.
Is the Code V2 made with ALUULA?
Slingshot does not identify the Code V2 as an ALUULA kite. Its official page lists a reinforced leading edge and strut structure with durable canopy materials. ALUULA NXT construction belongs to the separate Code NXT platform.
Should I choose the Code V2 or Code NXT V1?
Choose the Code V2 for value, forgiveness and broad freeride versatility. Choose the Code NXT V1 for premium ALUULA construction, explosive vertical lift, faster technical loops and more direct feedback for serious Big Air.
Should I choose the Code V2 or RPX V2?
Choose the Code V2 for smooth boosting, controlled catches and mixed-discipline freeride. Choose the RPX V2 if unhooked tricks, usable slack and handlepass progression are more important.
Can the Code V2 be used for waves and kite foiling?
Yes. Slingshot officially positions it for surf and foil use alongside freeride and jumping. Riders who primarily foil and prioritize maximum drift and minimal drag should consider the specialized UFO V3 instead.