Slingshot · 2026
Code NXT
Slingshot's new-school big air kite built on an Aluula airframe with hybrid open-C canopy and a 6-point Trimflight bridle. Lightweight, rigid, and explosive — built for the new era of boosting where going higher is met with controlled confidence.
Best for: New school big air and megaloops
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Expert Review
The Slingshot Code NXT is a lightweight, Aluula-framed big air kite that delivers deceptively powerful lift, exceptional hang time, and confident looping in a surprisingly versatile package. Its Aluula construction puts it in the same boosting tier as elite kites like the Evo DLab, with a pleasantly light bar feel that makes big jumps accessible faster than expected. The main caveat is a tendency to creep forward overhead in gusty conditions and a wider, less snappy loop arc compared to dedicated loop-first kites like the Orbit.
Pros
- +Aluula frame delivers top-tier boosting and hangtime
- +Deceptively powerful lift despite light bar pressure
- +Very respectable low-end for an Aluula big air kite
- +Loops fast and forgiving — lifts you back up on the catch
- +Quick confidence-building; big tricks accessible early on new kite
- +Versatile enough to crossover into freeride disciplines
Cons
- −Tends to push forward overhead and lose bar feel in gusty holes
- −Loop arc is wider and less precise than dedicated loopers like Orbit or Nitro
- −Requires active kite management on ascent — bad technique costs more than on other kites
- −Double-loop performance may be limited by its design characteristics
Best for
Progressive big air riders who want elite boosting height and hang time in an accessible, versatile package.
Not for
Riders primarily focused on tight, snappy kite loops or those wedded to the classic Orbit/Nitro loop feel.
Synthesized from: Jason Montreal (Plus-Sized Kite Reviews)
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Jason Montreal
Plus-Sized Kite ReviewsWhat they said
hello and welcome to another plus-sized kite review where today I discussed my first big air experiences with the brand slingshot and they two exciting new additions to the market the code V2 and code NXT the kite now famous for being written tested and developed by current world champion Jeremy ber
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for getting this far in the video and of course to keep this testing going please be sure to comment once again on what kites you're riding and what kites you'd like uh to see me review um tell your local shop about this video share it in your local kite groups and as always like And subscribe and check out my Instagram for what I'm testing next um and any updated thoughts of course I have on these kites once I've spent some more time on them hopefully in much bigger wind until next time goodbye
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