Hook V4 – freeride, big jumps, and a wide wind range
The PLKB Hook V4 is designed to combine strong power with comfortable and predictable handling. Its character is focused on freeride, big jumps, and long hang-time while maintaining a large depower range.
The high aspect ratio helps the kite generate the speed required for powerful take-offs. Pulling in the bar translates that energy into strong boost, while smooth steering makes it easier to control the flight path and landing.
Powerful depower and control in strong wind
The Hook V4 offers a wide power adjustment range, allowing it to perform across a broad variety of conditions. Its construction is particularly refined for stability and control in stronger, more demanding wind.
Even with significant depower applied, the kite remains responsive and quick to steer, helping the rider maintain control at the upper end of its wind range.
New 4-point bridle system
The Hook V4 leading edge has been refined around a new 4-point bridle system with a single pulley. This setup reduces drag and supports fast, smooth kite movement through turns.
As a result, the Hook V4 retains a light and reactive character, while steering remains predictable both at full power and with depower applied.
Boosting and hang-time
The high aspect ratio design allows the kite to generate substantial forward speed, which translates into height and extended airtime during take-off.
The Hook V4 is designed for riders looking to progress with bigger jumps while maintaining smooth steering for controlled flight and landings.
Strong light-wind performance
The larger Hook V4 sizes are optimized for riding in lower wind speeds. Their profile and shape are tuned to generate more lift at lower kite speeds.
The high aspect ratio also supports flying speed and upwind performance, which according to PLKB makes the larger Hook V4 sizes suitable for hydrofoiling as well.
Size-specific performance characteristics
Each Hook V4 size is designed for specific wind conditions. Sizes below 10 m² are tuned for stronger wind, while sizes from 10 m² upward are optimized for lighter conditions and generating lift at lower speeds.
The range has been expanded with 7.0 and 9.0 sizes, giving riders more options to select the appropriate kite area for the conditions and personal preferences.
Durable construction
The Hook V4 is made using Teijin Triple Ripstop material. The canopy and leading edge are additionally reinforced with Kevlar and Dacron in key areas.
These reinforcements are designed to improve durability during regular use and under the loads generated during freeride and jumping.
Compass Bar LEI M included
The set also includes the Compass Bar LEI M, creating a complete kite and bar package.
The provided source does not include additional technical information about the bar’s construction or functions, so no unconfirmed technologies or specifications are attributed to it.
Features
5-STRUT HIGH ASPECT RATIO
The Hook has been designed with a 5-strut construction, built for massive hangtime, speed and upwind capabilities. Also, the high Aspect Ratio increases the aerodynamics of the wing, and helps your landings by gently placing you on the water. Buttery landings are a must if you’re starting to really push your riding
HIGH DEPOWER & DIRECT STEERING BRIDLE
The Hook has an arc bridle system with one fork to distribute the power better across the Leading Edge and maintaining a solid shape. Integrated with one pulley to absorb gust better and to make steering a bit lighter, maintaining a very direct feel and response
SPEED X AERODYNAMICS
The profile is designed to maximise speed and aerodynamics. After intensive sampling, the best profile was created to create a fast wing that flies to the edge of the wind window when needed and create massive speed when needed. It increases high end so you can control your kite longer while sending it for a jump, it shoots you to the moon
KEVLAR REINFORCEMENTS
Every PLKB kite was reinforced with bullet proof Kevlar bumpers. These bumpers are filled with lightweight foam to create an absorption layer for crashes or when the kite accidentally got dragged over land. This way your kite lasts longer. This will increase the durability of your kite so you can play longer
DURABLE TEIJN TRIPLE CANOPY
The custom-made Triple Ripstop from Teijin is the best on the market
ADJUSTABLE BAR PRESSURE
All PLKB kites come with adjustable back line settings to adjust the bar feel of the kite. Moving the bridle attachment point back towards the trailing edge will make the steering pressure lighter but will require more movement of the bar. Changing the settings is super easy, just detach the back bridle line and reattach it to your preferred setting to have more or less bar pressure and steering movement. This is a personal decision based on your riding style and experience
DOUBLE KOOKPROOF PIGTAILS
Forgot what knot your lines were attached to? By adding an extra pigtail to the backlines of the kite, you don't have to think about the right setting for your kite because it's always your favourite
DOUBLE STITCHED LEADING EDGE
Multiple reinforcements improve durability. The leading edge and struts are built with the most durable Dacron. The entire span of the leading edge has been reinforced along the seam with double stitches to protect it from getting damaged when crashing or getting a pounding by waves, making it hands down one of the toughest kites on the market. All the bridle attachment points are reinforced with Dacron patches that are stitched on the inside of the leading edge so, even if all the power is channelled through one bridle point, the kite will not get damaged
Set includes
- Hook V4 kite
- High Depower & Direct Steering Bridle
- User manual
- Carrying bag
- Compass LEI Bar
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