Duotone / 2026
Evo SLS
freerideall-aroundpremium
The premium version of the legendary Evo built with Penta TX canopy material. Lighter weight translates to better low-end, quicker response, and an even wider wind range than the standard Evo.
Best for: Premium all-around freeriding
Review verdict
An easygoing all-rounder that still boosts close to its Aluula sibling.
4.2/ 5 review synthesis
Strength: Impressive boosting for a 3-strut Dacron kite, close to the Evo D/LAB on top jumps
Tradeoff: Loops pull hard and can pause or stall slightly before climbing
Evidence: 1 independent source · Jason Montreal
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Riding Style
FoilBig Air
Kite Shape & Aspect
Low Aspect · C-KiteHigh Aspect · Bow
Specifications
Aspect Ratiomedium
Struts3
Bar TypeHigh-Y
Turning Speedmedium
Low-End Power8/10
Depower Range9/10
Relauncheasy
Wind Range9–32 knots
Sizes5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 14m
Review Summary
Independent sourcesBased on 1 independent source. Each source is labeled below; brand-made content is never used in ratings.
4.2/ 5.0
A very easy, well-balanced 3-strut Dacron freeride kite that boosted surprisingly close to the Evo D/LAB; Jason's best SLS jump was within a meter of the D/LAB's. Being heavier, slower and deeper in the window than the D/LAB makes it easy for progressing riders to time jumps and float, but its loop pulls and can pause, so it is a poor first-loop kite.
Pros
- +Impressive boosting for a 3-strut Dacron kite, close to the Evo D/LAB on top jumps
- +Slower response makes the sweet spot and hangtime easy to find for progressing riders
- +Stable and well balanced for general riding, with a great low end
- +Versatile across freeride disciplines; popular with schools
Cons
- −Loops pull hard and can pause or stall slightly before climbing
- −Heavier and less direct on the bar than the D/LAB
- −Slower in the air, which makes some board-offs and technical moves harder
- −Not recommended for learning first kiteloops
Best for
Beginner-to-intermediate freeriders and jumpers who want stable power, easy boosting and multi-discipline versatility.
Not for
Riders focused on learning kiteloops or wanting fast, technical in-air steering.
Distilled from reviews by: Jason Montreal Independent
Video Reviews
Jason MontrealIndependent
Plus-Sized Kite ReviewsReview takeaway
Jason found the 2026 Evo SLS a heavier, slower version of the Evo D/LAB that still boosts impressively for a 3-strut Dacron kite; his best SLS jump came within a meter of the D/LAB's. Progressing riders can time jumps and float more easily on it, but its pulling loop that can pause makes it a poor first-loop kite.
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