North · 2026
Orbit
The redesigned Orbit featuring a higher aspect ratio for improved upwind performance and even more lift. A significant step forward from the 2025 version with refined aerodynamics.
Best for: Redesigned big air performance
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Expert Review
The 2026 North Orbit is a meaningful redesign rather than an incremental update, featuring a higher aspect ratio, thinner leading edge, swept-back wingtips, new NRS3 canopy, and the MX2 airframe previously reserved for the Orbit Pro — all at the standard Orbit price. It sits further forward in the window and handles overpowered conditions better than its predecessor. The core Orbit DNA remains: accessible, user-friendly big air with balanced bar pressure, though it still trails the top dedicated big-air kites in raw lift and hangtime.
Pros
- +MX2 airframe (previously Pro-only) at standard Orbit price
- +Higher aspect ratio improves upwind efficiency and reduces drag
- +Kite sits further forward in window, aiding jump initiation
- +New NRS3 triple ripstop canopy replaces D2 material
- +More relaxed, controlled feel in overpowered conditions
- +Five-point bridle maintains shape on slimmer leading edge
Cons
- −Still a tier below top big-air kites in raw lift and hangtime
- −Increased steering effort before kite accelerates (vs 2025)
- −Not versatile — weak low end, poor fit for waves or foiling
- −Real-world performance data limited; beach test only so far for 2026
Best for
Intermediate to advanced riders focused on big air and kite loops who want a user-friendly, durable kite with genuine performance upgrades at a competitive price.
Not for
Riders who need a versatile all-rounder for foiling, waves, or light-wind sessions, or those chasing maximum raw lift above all else.
Synthesized from: Jason Montreal (Plus-Sized Kite Reviews), Kitemana
Video Reviews
Jason Montreal
Plus-Sized Kite ReviewsWhat they said
hello and welcome again to plus-sized kite reviews where today I'll be covering my thoughts on the full 2025 North orbit range for those of you who have seen my previous videos it won't be easy but I'll try not to repeat myself too much from those past orbit reviews and try to focus more on my recen
Bottom line
in summary I would have to say although their top level of potential performance in the range may not have really kept up with some of the other competition at the top of the market over the last year or so for the vast majority of riers out there this is still one of of if not the best Kites on the market for value for General Big Air progression and each kite in the range offers a little tier of performance over the last so you can work up from one to the next so if you are looking to throw yo
Kitemana
KitemanaWhat they said
we're talking about the brand new Nord Orbit 2026. So, the Orbit does not need a lot of introduction anymore, but for 2026, they made a major upgrade. So, we're going to dive into the details and see what it's all about. We're going to compare it with the 2025 Orbit. Yeah. And see what the differences are between the 2026. So, let's dive in. The fi
Bottom line
26 orbit. We will weigh it afterwards, but I can already tell or imagine that the 2026 will be lighter. So, all in all, quite some differences between the 2025 orbit and the 26 orbit. For now, uh, we have to wait for some proper conditions to test the 2026 Orbit in some real wind. If you want to check out some more information or availability of the 2026 Orbit, scan the QR code in the screen. Uh, and yeah, stay tuned for the real review. Thank you for watching and see you on the next one. Ciao.
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