Flysurfer ERA3 Kite

High jumps and tight loops with the Flysurfer ERA3

The Flysurfer ERA3 Kite is a 5 strut big air kite for advanced to pro kitesurfers. Already jumping well and looking for more height, more hangtime and cleaner kiteloops? Then this is the kite you'll end up on. Within the Flysurfer range, the ERA3 sits above the HELI2. The HELI2 is the more accessible big air kite and makes it easier to get into jumps and loops. The ERA3 goes all out for maximum big air performance and extreme height, so it's really meant for experienced riders. It comes in 6m, 7m, 8m, 9m, 10m and 12m.

So what does that feel like on the water? Mostly in your jumps. The high-aspect platform and optimised profile let the ERA3 accelerate quickly through the wind window. When you pop, the kite turns that speed into vertical lift, so you mainly go up. In the air the profile adds extra lift, which keeps you hanging there for a long time and gives you room for a grab, rotation or board-off. On the way down, the catch gives you a second lift. The kite catches you cleanly and you land in control, even after a trickier move.

The ERA3 is also a really good kite for kiteloops. It turns fast and precisely, and the power delivery is predictable, so you know what to expect in the loop. Flysurfer tuned the ERA3 for modern big air, including riding on short lines. On short lines it reacts directly to your steering input and loops with a small radius. The bridle system has been refined for more stability, precision and feedback, especially at high speed and in aggressive loops.

When it's blowing hard, this is a kite you can rely on. The high-end depower is strong, so you stay in control in a lot of wind and get more out of the wind range of every size. The ERA3 feels super stable in the air, and between jumps it goes upwind easily. Nice when you want to get back quickly for the next boost. With the Backline Adjuster you set the bar pressure and steering forces to your liking: more direct, or with a bit more controlled feedback. Also handy: the Free Flow² system lets you pump up and deflate the kite faster. Less hassle on the beach, more time on the water.

Looking for a big air kite for maximum height, long hangtime and tight loops on short lines, and have you already got the basics of big air down? Then the Flysurfer ERA3 is an easy recommendation. Torn between the ERA3 and the HELI2, or not sure which size you need? Our team is happy to help!

Flysurfer ERA3 Kite Specifications

• High performance Big Air
• Advanced | Pro
• 5 strut L.E.I. kite
• Sizes: 6m, 7m, 8m, 9m, 10m, 12m
• High-aspect platform
• Optimised aerodynamic profile
• Refined bridle system
• Lots of vertical lift and long hangtime
• Reliable catch and second lift
• Tight kiteloops on short lines
• Strong high-end depower
• Goes upwind easily
• Backline Adjuster for bar pressure and steering forces
• Free Flow² system for fast inflating and deflating
• Includes Universal kitebag, repair kit and kite safety guide
• Bar and lines not included