The 2008 Best Nemesis HP is the best kite Best Kiteboarding has ever made and it is priced significantly less than the competition. Whether you’re into big air, big waves, freestyle, handle passes or just cruising, the Nemesis HP is the perfect kite. With a host of advanced design features and E-Z Pump or standard inflation options available, the Nemesis HP makes kiteboarding more fun. It delivers unmatched handling response for big wave surfing with ultimate bomb-proof reliability, making it the perfect kite for demanding riders and all riding styles.

The third generation Cuben Fiber leading edge used in the Nemesis HP allows us to create an awesome upwind kite with excellent performance, jumping and hangtime ability that simply can not be matched using Dacron fabrics. Cuben Fiber is a non-woven fabric made of unidirectional filaments, using a similar lay-up to carbon fiber composites. Cuben Fiber cloth has zero stretch, so it does not absorb steering input. This gives you the fastest and most direct handling response, even on the smallest bar.

Our Cuben Fiber LE is thinner and stiffer than any LE on the market, allowing us to create a more aerodynamic profile and faster flying kite that simply slices through the air for unbelievable upwind and jumping ability. With the thinnest, smoothest and stiffest leading edge in the industry, no kite responds as fast to rider input or transmits feedback as telepathically as the Nemesis HP.

The Nemesis HP is the first Best kite to benefit from our new VP2, Virtual Pulley Position front bridle. VP2 balances the control line loads between the turning and lifting surfaces of the kite, maximizing turning speed and stability. Unlike fixed bridle and 5th-line systems, VP2 dynamically distributes load between the wingtips and the central canopy sections to give you stability and performance that is simply out of this world.

Our VP2 bridle reduces the bar travel needed for maximum depower, giving riders more freedom in how they choose to tune their bar setup without having to use a bar mounted pulley system. The Nemesis HP gives you more wind range than any other kite due to its huge range of AOA adjustment. Whatever style of riding you are focussed on, from big-air to the biggest waves, you will find the Nemesis HP delivers perfect power and control.

Our unique Canopy Framing Technology delivers the ultimate impact and crash protection for your kite. Evolved over two seasons, CFT has been refined for reduced canopy weight for ‘08. Straight seam construction, as seen in other kite designs, leads to the creation of stress riders and weak spots. With a revised all curved panel cut and new TE seam protection zones, CFT ensures that your kite will handle as perfectly at the end of your second season as it did the day you bought it.

For ‘08 we have refined the leading edge seam further, building on the legendary reputation for durability of our ‘07 line up. Triple stitched, webbing taped and internally reinforced with mark cloth, the Nemesis HP Load-flex seam once again sets the standard for kite construction.

The Nemesis HP is not just the best big-air kite that has ever been made, it is also the perfect wave and freestyle kite. With six rear line attachment point options you can tune the Nemesis HP for the perfect blend of power, turning speed and handling feedback for the way you ride. We absolutely guarantee it.

The Nemesis HP is the easiest to ride, highest performance kite ever made. Our use of Cuben Fiber ensures that the HP has unmatched aerodynamic performance and the lowest drag of any kite on the market. The new VP2 bridle system delivers an SLE kite with greater stability and manoeuvrability than has ever been possible. Our legendary surf-tough build quality, solid airframe construction and proven performance features guarantee that the HP will be the most enjoyable, reliable and durable kite you ever own.

Technical Specs

HYBRID CUBEN/DACRON LE: Simply the most aerodynamic leading edge ever created.

VP2 BRIDLE SYSTEM: Maximum depower and stability.

E-Z PUMP™ TOTAL INFLATION SYSTEM: Practical simplicity and rapid inflation.

CANOPY FRAMING TECHNOLOGY: The new standard in durability and protection; keeping your kite perfect, session after session.

SLE DESIGN: Increased protected area for rapid depowering, improved efficiency and easy relaunch.

SURF-TOUGH BUILD QUIALITY: A three layer, triple-stitched seam with a full length webbing wrap. The toughest LE seam on the market is also rotated out of the way behind the LE to improve airflow under the canopy.

TRAILING EDGE BATTENS: Smoother airflow and zero canopy flutter in all conditions.

HARMONIZED ARC: Optimized blending of lift and control surface delivers fast turning, easy handling and predictable flying.

TEIJEN RIP-STOP CANOPY: Lightweight, trusted performance with high UV resistance from the world’s leading rip-stop manufacturer.

FLUID POCKET CANOPY PROTECTION: Flat, locked edges on all canopy protection and batten pockets delivers zero line hang-ups.

ABC CANOPY SCUFF PROTECTION: Ultra-durable upper canopy protection. Strategically placed ABC guard cloth protects the canopy and leach line from the worst the beach has to offer.

ABC STRUT PROTECTION AND BLADDER END CAPS: ABC cloth with enlarged Velcro fastening protects the strut ends and keeps the bladders locked in place.

MAXIMUM DEPOWER AND SAFETY: Built-in safety and depower; perfect for beginners and seasoned kiters alike.

STRUT TIP SLIDERS: Flexible strut tip protection to stop your lines from getting wrapped around the strut ends, no matter what you do with your kite.

REPLACEABLE BRIDLE CENTERS: User-replaceable bridle center sections. Improved durability and easier servicing means more time on the water enjoying your new Nemesis HP.

CFT REINFORCED TRAILING EDGE: Exclusive Canopy Framing Technology includes a reinforced trailing edge that provides razor sharp responsiveness and unmatched durability.

HIGHEST QUALITY MATERIALS: Only the highest specification materials make it onto any ’08 Best kite.

SOLID AIRFRAME CONSTRUCTION: The best way to construct a kite for maximum performance and durability - accept no substitutes.

Perfomance

The Nemesis HP has been designed to be the perfect big-air and big-surf kite. Our 4th generation Cuben Fiber leading edge construction gives unrivalled upwind ability and depower. Our new VP2 bridle system increases depower and delivers incredible stability and easy handling, right across the wind range. Performing every type of trick has never been easier or more fun. The newly designed ‘Custom Tune’ A-B-C rear bridle options give you complete control over how your kite turns, handles, depowers and jumps. No matter where or how you ride, from freestyle to wakestyle to big surf, you will find the perfect rigging option that allows you to maximize your ability and progress like never before.

Even though it is easily possible for an experienced rider to exceed the stated upper wind range in the above wind chart, Best Kiteboarding does not recommend that any rider goes kiteboarding in winds above 35 knots. Always ride safe and within your limits.