KT Vortex Pro Carbon Foil Board 2026
Price range: $2,380.00 through $2,404.00
Ultra compact wing board that prioritizes freestyle, with fast rebound, re-pop, and minimal swing weight, while staying stable and intuitive for riders who want the shortest platform possible.
Vortex
Pro Carbon.
Freestyle & Freeride Wing Foiling, Big Air, Powered Riding.
The Vortex is built around minimal swing weight, rebound and recovery after landings. When you are jumping, your board needs to touch down, deflect, and get back toward flight without sticking or sinking. That skipping stone release is the core of the Vortex feel. A compact outline reduces swing weight so rotations come around faster, and the board feels easy to move through the air. Volume is packed into a short platform to keep starts and resets manageable and doesn’t feel overly dedicated to purely jumping. Underneath, the bottom and tail are tuned for instant water separation. Land, release, rebound, and accelerate back to foil.
Colors: Available in Marble Yellow with Black logos. Ultra-light high-durability thin enamel paint finish, for lighter weight and improved sealing.
DESCRIPTION
The Vortex is for riders who want the shortest and most compact wing board shape in good winds, with a feel that makes freestyle progression easier, but still works as a daily board for intermediate and experienced riders.
Compact length reduces swing weight for faster spins, easier rotations, and higher boosts. The platform stays stable and confidence inspiring during starts, while the bottom, tail, and rail release are tuned to handle repeat touchdowns with rapid rebounds. The result is a board that encourages you to strap up and to send it!
FEATURES
Nathan Berger.
We are proud to introduce the Vortex as the Nathan Berger Pro Model.
Vent Plug.
Solid State vent plug that eliminates Gore Tex style failure points and leaks.
HIGHLIGHTS
Feeling.
The Vortex feels compact, stable, and instantly reactive. The short outline minimizes rotational weight, making spins, transitions, and midair corrections easier. Once flying it feels direct and connected, especially when loading the foil for pop or pushing through hard carve and slides. On touchdowns, the board is tuned to deflect and rebound rather than stick or track. That makes landings feel more predictable, recoveries faster, and surface contact less punishing when you are pushing progression.
Speed.
The Vortex accelerates quickly through a longer, flatter planning zone around the foil connection, helping maintain speed, and reconnecting after landings. Clean tail release reduces drag and is designed to skip off the surface. On jump landings, the tail and release edges are designed for instant deflection so the board sheds water quickly and rebounds back toward flight since this is a much shorter and wider board and more high wind oriented compared to the Drifter, Arc, and Super K2 range.
Agility.
Very high agility by design. Short length and minimal swing weight make the board easy to rotate, redirect, and correct mid air, while staying responsive and composed once you reconnect with the water.
Shape.
Ultra compact outline with volume packed into a short platform to reduce swing weight. Wide point placement supports balanced stance and confidence during starts and landings, while keeping overall length minimal for rotations and quick direction changes. Aero nose helps with kneeling and getting started while also slightly thinning out the standing area for a more direct feel.
Bottom.
• Double concave blending into a flatter, longer planing surface through the foil connection to improve glide efficiency and offer stability.
• The bottom is tuned for softer landings and predictable rebound, with clean water separation that supports skipping on faster landings.
Rocker.
• Freestyle tuned rocker focused on deflection and recovery.
• More nose rocker helps prevent sticking during landing, while a flatter section through the foil connection preserves acceleration and takeoff efficiency.
• Tail rocker and tail release work together to help to generate massive pop and rebound quickly after landings.
Rails.
• Softer, rounder rail shaping forward into the aero nose reduces sticking and makes touchdowns feel less sudden.
• Rails transition into cleaner release edges and beveled clearance zones through the mid to tail for more control on landings and fewer hang ups.
• Boxier rails in the tail for a more supported feel underfoot and added stability when landing massive boosts.
Construction.
Pro Carbon construction prioritizes stiffness and strength at minimal weight. An extra lightweight EPS core is wrapped in a full carbon high density exoskeleton and finished with biaxial and unidirectional carbon in a high density combo for rigidity and impact resistance. Reinforced zones support repeated jump impacts and long term landing durability.
• Extra lightweight EPS core wrapped in a multilayer full carbon high density frame.
• Full biaxial and UD carbon high density sandwich for maximum stiffness and impact resistance.
• Reinforced high stress zones tuned for repeated jump impacts and long-term durability.
• Full high-density construction on deck and bottom for consistent stiffness and strength.
Pads and Straps.
• Dual Density stance contours add cushioning under the strap zones for impact absorption and comfort
• High grip traction for secure landings and powered riding
• Refined lightweight Single Density slotted traction area
• Maximum grip with reduced weight
Includes Adjustable MFC front and rear internally adjustable foot straps with hardware.
• V front and single rear.
• Multiple foot strap options
• Freestyle performance focused insert layout with tuning options for stance width and riding style
• Secure locked in feel for jumps, landings, and powered control
Track Boxes
New 14” Universal Track System.
• In house designed 14 inch reinforced foil specific track boxes
• Puncture resistant elevated channels for durability and compatibility across mast lengths and hardware types
• Designed to handle repeated landing loads and powered riding
SIZING GUIDE
57 Liters, 4’6″ x 21.62″
Compact freestyle feel with the lightest balance of volume, length, and weight
• Best for riders prioritizing the smallest platform possible with stability for take-off and landings
• Light in the air, fast to redirect, and quick to skip free on landings
67 Liters, 4’7″ x 22″
More stability and low-end support while keeping the same ultra compact length
• Better for bigger riders who want easier starts and more forgiveness in landings
• Designed to rebound instantly, land softly, and recover predictably.
SIZE SPECS
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SHIPPING WITH BIG WINDS
Rates, Common Questions, and Our Fastest,
Safest, Money Saving Board Delivery Ever!
U.S. SHIPPING RATES
Rates apply to mainland U.S.
Transit time calculated in business days.
| ITEM/ORDER | 7-10 Days | 3-6 Days | Need It Quicker? | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orders Less Than $100 | $15.00 | $24.99 | By Quote | |||
| Most Orders of $100 or More | Free | $24.99 | By Quote | |||
| EXCEPTIONS | ||||||
| All Used Gear (U.S. Only) | Shipping Rate is Cited on Product Pages | |||||
| Wing Foil Boards | $99 to Nearby Major Airport Freight Facility | |||||
| Downwind SUP Foil Boards | $99 to Nearby Major Airport Freight Facility | |||||
| Windsurf & Wsurf Foil Boards (10' and Under) | $99 to Nearby Major Airport Freight Facility | |||||
| Inflatable Boards (SUP & Wing) | $50 | $75 | By Quote | |||
| Directional Kitesurf & Kite Foil Boards | $50 | $75 | By Quote | |||
| SUP Paddles | $35 | $50 | By Quote | |||
| Board Bag: Flat Day Bags | $35 | $50 | By Quote | |||
| Board Bags: Wheeled/Walled Bags | $65 | $99 | By Quote | |||
| Windsurf Sails 7.0 meter or Larger | By Quote | |||||
| Windsurf Masts 460 cm or Longer | By Quote | |||||
| Alloy Windsurfing Booms 150 cm or Larger | $35 | $50 | By Quote | |||
COMMON QUESTIONS
Where's My Order's Tracking Link?
Tracking info is shared via email within 72 hours of most orders being placed. Be sure to check spam or "Promotions" folder in your Inbox, as sometimes our messages land there.
No Tracking Info Displays on Shipper's Website ...
It can take 48 hours for tracking info to display. Rest assured, your package is en route. Make sure to enter the BOL # (Bill of Lading) with no spaces in the tracking field.
Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico?
Yes, we have shipped to these locations for decades by quote. Please share your address, the item(s) you needed shipped, and if an airport cargo depot pickup is possible.
Canada and International Locations?
We ship to Canada lots, and the Caribbean some. Get a quote. We rarely ship items to Europe, Asia, and Australia as it's spendy. Quotes for international orders do not include import duties.
How Can I Be Sure My Board Arrives Intact?
Opt for our $99 "To Nearby Airport" shipping option at checkout. It relies on passenger planes, and offers our safest delivery. More far below.
What if My Board Arrives Damaged?
We'll work with our shipping partner to get you a repair credit or a replacement board. Please send photos of the damaged board (and box) to shipping@bigwinds.com.
My board made it ...
But no foot straps, fins, or vent plug?
Look closely through the packaging. Fins, foot straps and vent plugs are often concealed in a sheath of cardboard that's easy to discard. Also, check inside the board box, and shake the box to be sure. You'll likely dislodge a small box containing the missing items.
HOW WE SHIP BOARDS
OPTION 1
MAINLAND U.S.
NEARBY MAJOR AIRPORT, $99
Fast
Boards depart Thursday each week, and are available for pickup Friday or over the weekend.
Safe
Minimal handling, and processing. No trucks, or gritty freight facilities. We ship using passenger planes, and direct flights when possible.
Easy
Most airport cargo depots are just far enough from main terminals to allow free parking, and easy entry. Pickup instructions and tracking info are shared via email Friday morning.
Which Major Airport is Near Me?
This link to Alaska Airlines’ options is a starting point. If no nearby options exist, we'll work with American, United and Delta airlines for a closer solution. Questions? Contact us!
OPTION 2
ALASKA, HAWAII, PUERTO RICO
NEARBY MAJOR AIRPORT, $150
Fast
Boards depart Thursday each week, and are available for pickup Friday or over the weekend.
Safe
Minimal handling, and processing. No trucks, or gritty freight facilities. We ship using passenger planes, and direct flights when possible.
Easy
Most airport cargo depots are just far enough from main terminals to allow free parking, and easy entry. Pickup instructions and tracking info are shared via email Friday morning.
Which Major Airport is Near Me?
This link to Alaska Airlines’ options is a starting point. If no nearby options exist, we'll work with American, United and Delta airlines for a closer solution. Questions? Contact us!
OPTION 3
BUSINESS OR RESIDENTIAL DELIVERY
BY QUOTE
Residential or Business Board Delivery
We'll work with freight partners for the lowest possible rate. Delivery time is 7-10 business days. Quotes typically land in the $350 - $500 range, though Big Winds will often cover a portion of this fee. Get a quote.
International Board Delivery
Board shipping rates for most international destinations are extremely pricey. But we can ship boards to Canada for as low as $275 plus duties and taxes. We can also stow your board for an upcoming Gorge visit, and help with a board bag and packing materials to ensure it flies home with you safely.
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