Nobile Kiteboarding Germany

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Offical Germany Nobile Kiteboarding Page

Geschichte

The Nobile brand as well as the kiteboard factory was established by Dariusz Rosiak. First Nobile branded kiteboards were released in 2004. The first kiteboards were build in snowboard technology and featured groundbreaking technologies developed by Nobile R&D, including Elliptical Progressive Concave, Dynamic Asymmetrical Shape, Hydrodynamic Rocker Line, 3D Construction or IFS System.

Since then Nobile products are being famous from it's astonishing quality and performance. All Nobile products are carefully developed around our Human Concept philosophy. Nobile equipment offer the maximum possible performance and always keeping in mind the safety and comfort. Nobile Splitboards are the latest addition to our kiteboarding collection. Each of those board within a seconds can be packed to an usual quiver or travel bag still leaving enough space for other necessities, and help to save on the travel expenses. The Nobile office is located in Bielsko-Biala, Poland, in the center of Europe. The office is in the same house as the kiteboard Nobile owned factory, so company have a direct control over the manufacturing process and unlimited prototyping possibilities.

Nobile Kiteboarding Timeline:

2003
In 2003 Nobile factory build the first prototype of the kiteboard to utilize the snowboard technology. First prototypes were made in snowboard moulds and featured a snowboard shape.

2004
First Nobile branded kiteboards are being produced. Astonishing quality and outstanding performance of Nobile kiteboards build around the Human Concept philosophy.

2005
Nobile presents complete board collection to the market. The line consist of 2 models: 666 and 555 available in X sizes. Innovative construction featuring technologies developed by Nobile, such as Elliptical Progressive Concave (combines the added advantages of both the flat bottomed board and the concave shape. The tail area of the board is flat allowing increased flex for comfort and smooth turning whilst the centre section of the board has up to 5mm of concave providing earlier planing, extra rail grip and a smoother ride), 3D Construction or Hydrodynamic Rocker Line combined with extraordinary quality quickly makes the brand one of the world's top kite brands.

2006
Nobile introduces world's first 100% snowkiting dedicated board. board features Nobile's patented Snake Transition technology and advanced flex management system.

2007
Nobile introduced IFS - Integrated Footbed System significantly increased comfort and functionality for the rider. IFS allowed to eliminate the major source of discomfort in riding – the twist at the fixation point, whilst offering the maximum adjust ability.

2008
Nobile introduces it's first line of kites (555 and NHP), as well as in-house designed control bar and fulcrum. Nobile's all new Fulcrum De-power loop was the industries first 100% molded Quick Release. Nobile fulcrum can be easily disassembled and put together with just one hand

2010
Nobile introduces the Pre Stress technology as the evolution of the 3D Construction. Pre-stress allows the board to be loaded with energy during production. Storing the energy inside the board makes it a bit more stiff and much more torsion resistant, which results in astonishing POP. Pre-Stress technology also allows us to build thinner and lighter boards, yet still more durable

2011
Infinity, super durable and light wave board featuring tip-to-tail 100% wood core is introduced to the market.

2012
Nobile „Click&go” tool-free mounting standard. It takes just a few seconds to mount/demount fins with your bare hands. A screwdriver is no longer necessary.

Nobile presented IFS Pro. Comfortable and ergonomic connection between the rider and the board. Footbed is equipped with shock-absorbing air chambers that reduce the impact of the stroke when landing and helps to protect body and knees

2013
Nobile introduces split and carbon line premium kiteboards. The Nobile Splitboard line is designed for anybody looking for exceptional comfort on the water and when travelling. This boards feature 20% more flex than the standard models, which results in a smoother ride and super soft landings. Each Nobile Splitboard can be packed into your usual quiver or travel bag in seconds.

2014
RC2000 Snowkite awarded best snowkite in the World (ISPO Award). Race Snowkite is designed for riders who are not afraid of speed, and have the desire to win every race. Patented APS technology provides extraordinary grip, both on the toe and heel-side edge, even on icy and hard-pack conditions, and allows you to hold more speed, especially when going upwind.