North ShiftLock System & Nova PRO Wing Release - Gear Talk Episode #1
March 27, 202401:27:33

North ShiftLock System & Nova PRO Wing Release - Gear Talk Episode #1

Mike Raper, brand director and Hugh Pinfold, director of design and engineering of North Foils, join us to discuss the recent release of their all-new ShiftLock system and the all-new Nova PRO wing.

We deep dive into:

- The ShiftLock concept and where the idea came from
- What materials and what testing protocols were followed in creating this all-new track system
- Handle design, track design, performance, rigidity and weight considerations
- How to mount handles, booms, camera mounts, and phones to the track system. 
- Storing, folding and winter winging with a track system
- Idea and concept behind the Nova PRO 
- The use of Hybrid Materials
- All new Carbon UDi Technology
- The integration of the ShiftLock System and more. 

Frank BingelFrank BingelSocial Media Manager
Matthias HäfeleMatthias HäfeleContent Researcher
Stephen ColemanStephen ColemanAudio & Video Editor

Mike Raper, brand director and Hugh Pinfold, director of design and engineering of North Foils, join us to discuss the recent release of their all-new ShiftLock system and the all-new Nova PRO wing.

We deep dive into:

- The ShiftLock concept and where the idea came from
- What materials and what testing protocols were followed in creating this all-new track system
- Handle design, track design, performance, rigidity and weight considerations
- How to mount handles, booms, camera mounts, and phones to the track system. 
- Storing, folding and winter winging with a track system
- Idea and concept behind the Nova PRO 
- The use of Hybrid Materials
- All new Carbon UDi Technology
- The integration of the ShiftLock System and more. 


Visit: https://northkb.com/pages/shiftlock
Visit: https://northkb.com/pages/nova-pro
Visit: https://northkb.com/pages/pro-series-foil



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