We are happy to share the news that Parapex, our factory in Vietnam, has passed the world sailing / Olympic / IKA inspection this week for the manufacture of the R1 V4.
The R1 V4 has been derived from the extremely successful R1 V2 and V3, both of which set the benchmark in kite racing competitions. The V4 design takes it to the next level, delivering supercharged performance while maintaining the R1s well-known ease of use and accessibility.
The V4 design takes it to the next level, delivering supercharged performance while maintaining the R1s well known ease of use and accessibility. Developed closely with our top team riders, multiple World Champion Nico Parlier and 2019 World Champion Axel Mazella we have pulled out all the stops.
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