Harlem Kitesurfing

Harlem's product design team, Ralf Groesel and Aaron Hadlow, return to Beneath the Surface podcast to break down the latest additions to the lineup — the Thrive LiteX and the all-new Rise board.
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In this episode, they discuss the design philosophy behind the products, the challenges faced during development, and how Harlem is pushing light wind performance to new levels.
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From innovative materials and construction techniques to real-world testing, discover what it takes to create a package designed to maximise time on the water and bring more fun to every light wind session.

🎙️Listen to the podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3ExERPxLc31ek252OzXiHe?si=pUaynGquSuKMFdisIl99Sg

When the wind is barely there, the fun doesn’t have to stop.

making the most of marginal conditions on the new Rise board, paired with the Thrive LiteX. Light wind? Bring it on.

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Designed by Ralf Groesel and , the Harlem Rise has been engineered to maximise light wind performance with ease, grip, and control in the most marginal conditions.

Its unique 156 x 46 cm outline with super-wide tips delivers ultra-early planing and impressive upwind ability, while the unique rocker line balances speed, comfort, and grip in choppy conditions.

Combined with an innovative fin setup for maximum tracking with minimal drag, the Rise turns light wind sessions into something effortless, playful, and seriously fun.

Crafted in Europe.

Watch the full tech video — link in bio.

Meet the Harlem Rise.

The ultimate light wind twintip — engineered for grip, comfort, and control in the most marginal conditions. Developed hand in hand with the Thrive LiteX to form the most complete light wind package on the market.

Light wind sessions just got a lot more fun.

Harlem Rise - Freeride/Light Wind | Product Video Introducing the Harlem Rise — the ultimate light wind twintip, buil...

Every detail has been optimised to unlock next-level light wind performance.

The new Harlem Thrive LiteX combines a new ultra-light 32 g/m² Lite_X material in the centre of the canopy with proven FlyLite in the wingtips for maximum low-end power, float, and responsive turning when the wind barely shows up.

Featuring a PROWELD Leading Edge, Laminated Mylar Struts, and an optimised bridle system, the Thrive LiteX delivers efficiency, stability, and control in the lightest conditions.

Crafted at using sustainable materials and digital eco-printing technology.

Discover the Thrive LiteX now — link in bio.

Introducing the Harlem Thrive LiteX.

The new high-performance 3-strut light wind kite built for riders who refuse to miss a session.

Designed by Ralf Groesel and Aaron Hadlow, every detail of the Thrive LiteX has been optimised to set a new benchmark in light wind performance.

Wind is now just optional.

Watch the full product video here 👇

Harlem Thrive LiteX - High-Performance Freeride/Light Wind | Product Video Introducing the Harlem Thrive LiteX— a high-performance 3-strut light wind kite built for riders who refuse to miss a session. Designed by Ralf Groesel and A...

throwing down the classics.

Long live freestyle!

Setup: Hadlow Pro & Descent.

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What does it take to create a wave kite that feels effortless in every session?

The Brazilian Brothers and MacKiteboarding sit down with Ralf Groesel and Aaron Hadlow to break down the making of the Harlem Flow — from the design philosophy and testing process to drift, depower, relaunch, and intuitive handling.

Watch the full conversation on YouTube 👇

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