SOUL⁴ vs. SOUL³
What has changed?
Less Effort. More Performance. The SOUL has always stood for versatility, reliability, and the freedom to ride wherever the wind takes you. With the fourth generation, our goal was not to reinvent the design, but to refine it in every important area. The SOUL⁴ builds on the proven DNA of its predecessor while delivering noticeable improvements in handling, efficiency, jump performance, and overall rider confidence.
BETTER UPWIND EFFICIENCY
Effortless Height. Maximum Efficiency.
The SOUL⁴ has been optimized to convert aerodynamic efficiency into practical advantages on the water. A refined profile shape and improved glide ratio help the kite track upwind more naturally while reducing unnecessary lateral pull. The result is a smoother riding experience that requires less effort while delivering better upwind angles and greater overall efficiency across all disciplines.
LIGHTER BAR FORCES
Reduced Input. Enhanced Feedback.
The bridle setup and load distribution have been carefully refined to reduce steering forces while improving feedback from the kite. The result is a lighter, more comfortable bar feeling without sacrificing precision. Whether you're cruising, foiling, or sending jumps, the SOUL⁴ responds more intuitively and requires less effort throughout longer sessions.
TIGHTER TURNING
Faster Response. More Agility.
While maintaining its well-known stability, the SOUL⁴ introduces tighter and cleaner turning characteristics. The kite pivots more efficiently, reacts more directly to steering input, and can be positioned more precisely within the wind window. This improved turning behavior benefits everything from hydrofoil transitions and freeride carving to powered jumps and freestyle maneuvers.
JUMP PERFORMANCE
Higher Jumps. Easier Landings.
One of the most noticeable upgrades of the SOUL⁴ is its jump performance. A refined profile balance and optimized load distribution create a more intuitive take-off, stronger lift, and increased hangtime.The kite provides more control throughout the jump and supports smoother, more predictable landings, allowing riders to jump more often, more precisely, and with greater confidence.
REDUCED BACKSTALL
More Control. Less Management.
The SOUL has always been appreciated for its forgiving nature. With the SOUL⁴, backstall resistance has been improved even further. The reduced tendency to backstall allows the kite to remain stable and predictable at higher angles of attack, creating a more intuitive flying experience and increasing rider confidence in demanding conditions.
FASTER INFLATION
Earlier Control. Ready to Fly.
Optimized airflow management and increased structural stability allow the SOUL⁴ to inflate faster and reach a stable flight condition earlier during launch. Especially in lighter winds, riders benefit from earlier control, smoother launches, and improved low-end behaviour, making every session start with greater confidence and consistency. The SOUL⁴ comes with two deflation openings, allowing air to escape more quickly and evenly across the canopy. The result is faster packing and a reduced effort when compressing the kite.
ONE KITE. MORE POSSIBILITIES.
The SOUL⁴ introduces an updated size range designed around today's riding styles and application spectrum. While the SOUL³ was available in 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, and 18 m², the SOUL⁴ lineup has been optimized to 7, 10, 12, 15, and 18 m². The former 6 m² and 8 m² sizes have been consolidated into a new 7 m² model.
The SOUL³ was already known as a one-kite solution. The SOUL⁴ takes this concept even further. Designed as a true multi-discipline platform, it seamlessly covers freeride, hydrofoil, and freestyle across water, snow, and land. Whether you're progressing on a twintip, exploring alpine lakes with a foil, or looking for one reliable travel companion, the SOUL⁴ adapts toyour riding style and the conditions around you.
REFINED FOR PROGRESSION
More performance. More control. Less stress.
The SOUL⁴ is the result of continuous refinement across every critical area of performance. By improving jump behavior, upwind efficiency, handling, turning speed, comfort, and reliability, we have created the most versatile and accessible SOUL to date, whether you are already familiar with foilkites or want to try one for the first time.