The X-KOi 2008

The word koi is not Japanese, but rather Chinese. Japanese call the fish Nishikigo (coloured koi). The fish are regarded as symbols of strength, good luck and prosperity in Asian Cultures. Due to the large numbers of colour variations, koi are sometimes thought to be different species, yet all are Cyprinus carpio, a member of the carp family.

The X-Koi was an idea to compliment the existing WiND-X Kites and also to reward our clients with the best available technology in kiteboarding. To achieve this, we have partnered one of the best board manufacturers and market leaders in kiteboard technology. By doing so, WIND-X's R&D team will be able to spend more time on developing kites. There is no point in being a "Jack of all trades but master of none...". We also don't see a point of reinventing the wheel.

The 2008 X-Koi line-up includes seven sizes which are:

124x37cm
128x38cm
132x39cm
135x41cm
138x44cm (light wind performance)
144x46cm (light wind performance)
148x43cm
The sizes up to 135 and the 148 feature a new quad concave bottom shape.

The 138 and 144 are single concave bottom shape designs with extra width and flat rocker to get the best light wind performance out of boards that are easy to travel with.

All boards have thinner tapered rails, a new tip shape and a more complex but still very smooth deck shape with moulded grab rails.


For 2008 we retain the proven construction including the Paulownia wood core, which made our previous boards the strongest we have ever built to suit even the most hardcore riding style. In addition it provides a very smooth ride and ultimate pop. Apart from these performance features it is better for the environment which is essential for our sport.

Almost everything else is new for 2008.
  The rocker lines and basic outlines have been refined and when upgrading from 2007 models to the new 2008 X-Koi you will feel comfortable straight away.

Performance advantages of the new bottom shapes combined with the balanced overall design and construction characteristics are more grip, better edging, very powerful pop and jumping, more control when landing powered jumps flat with a lot of speed, better powered and controlled carving and no spray in the face.

The X-Koi construction combines an Asian hardwood (Paulownia) core with a durable PBT top and base sheets, tapered ABS rails, stylish sublimated graphics and stainless steel inserts. Tailored thickness flow and flex patterns create the comfortable ride the X-Koi series is known for without compromising a wide powerful outline curve that provides great pop and upwind performance and makes landing tricks almost too easy.

Unidirectional Carbon reinforced laminates provide the optimal balance between strength, weight, flex and twist control.

Rails at the tips feature a thinner, harder edge to provide tracking stability and a solid edge hold through carves.


X-Koi Boards are supplied standard with:

Integrated stainless steel inserts (specific sizes incl. wake-inserts)
Adjustable footstraps
Removable screw down contoured footpads
50mm G10 fins
Stainless steel hardware
Grab handle

Now just choose the right size to suit your weight, level, conditions and personal preferences and enjoy the ride of the new 2008 WiND-X X-Koi kiteboards:


X-Koi 24
length: 124cm
width: 37cm
stance options: 50cm/54cm/58cm
rocker: 3.6cm
bottom shape: quad concave with rail flats
core: wood (Paulownia)
rails: ABS
inserts: stainless steel 6mm
freestyle/allround light weight riders, kids, woman, strong wind ripping mid weight riders

X-Koi 28
length: 128cm
width: 38cm
stance options: 52cm/56cm/60cm
rocker: 3.3cm
bottom shape: quad concave with rail flats
core: wood (Paulownia)
rails: ABS
inserts: stainless steel 6mm
freestyle/allround light/mid weight riders

X-Koi 32
length: 132cm
width: 39cm
stance options: 52cm/56cm/60cm
rocker: 3.6cm
bottom shape: quad concave with rail flats
core: wood (Paulownia)
rails: ABS
inserts: stainless steel 6mm
freestyle/allround mid weight riders

X-Koi 35

length: 135cm
width: 41cm
stance options: 52cm/56cm/60cm
rocker: 3.8cm
bottom shape: quad concave with rail flats
core: wood (Paulownia)
rails: ABS
inserts: stainless steel 6mm
freestyle/allround heavy weight riders

X-Koi 38

length: 138cm
width: 44cm
stance options: 54cm/58cm/62cm
rocker: 2.5cm
bottom shape: single concave with rail flats
core: wood (Paulownia)
rails: ABS
inserts: stainless steel 6mm
light wind performance/mid/heavy riders, easy travelling


X-Koi 44
length: 144cm
width: 46cm
stance options: 56cm/60cm/64cm
rocker: 2.8cm
bottom shape: single concave with rail flats
core: wood (Paulownia)
rails: ABS
inserts: stainless steel 6mm
light wind performance/mid/heavy riders, good travelling

X-Koi 48
length: 148cm
width: 43cm
stance options: 54cm/58cm/62cm
rocker: 3.9cm
bottom shape: quad concave with rail flats
core: wood (Paulownia)
rails: ABS
inserts: stainless steel 6mm
beginner,entry level, allround heavy weight

The artwork is done by Alvin Aadam Seah who is a leading designer is Malaysia and has won national awards on his works.