ION Ripper

Washing and cleaning

• Rinse the harness in cold fresh water after each session to remove salt, sand, and sweat.
• Hand-wash when needed using mild soapy water — avoid the washing machine, tumble drying, bleach, and harsh cleaning products.
• Rinse metal parts such as the spreader bar, buckles, and kite knife in fresh water, and check them regularly for wear and corrosion.

Drying

• Air-dry the harness in a shaded, ventilated place — hang it up or lay it flat.
• Avoid direct sunlight, radiators, and other heat sources, as both heat and UV rays break down neoprene and PVC over time.

Storage

• Make sure the harness is completely dry before putting it away — store it somewhere cool, flat, and without tight folds.
• Avoid storing it damp and crammed together with other gear; a breathable bag or a shelf is ideal.
• Check the stitching, straps, and buckles regularly for wear, and repair minor damage early to extend its lifespan.

Who is the ION Ripper for?

The Ripper is designed for children and young people who are new to kitesurf and need a supportive, secure harness with room to develop their skills.

What sizes is the harness available in?

The ION Ripper is available in three kids' sizes: 104/3XS (approx. 6-9 years), 116/XXS (approx. 8-12 years) and 128/XS (approx. 10-14 years) — choose based on your child's waist measurement and age.

Can the harness be used as both a seat and waist harness?

Yes, it comes with a removable seat extension that provides extra support at first and can be removed to turn the harness into a waist harness once your child has more experience.

How soft is the ION Ripper?

With a flex index of 2, it's a very soft, low-profile harness that gives young riders maximum freedom of movement while they learn the techniques.

What safety features does the harness have?

A built-in kite knife in the internal flex belt can quickly cut through lines in an emergency, and the durable steel spreader bar distributes the load safely.

How do you get the best fit?

The internal Flex_Belt adapts to the body's anatomy and keeps the harness close to the body, while standard PVC buckles make adjustments quick and easy.

What is the harness made of?

The Ripper is made from a durable material mix of 25% neoprene, 40% nylon, 20% PVC, 10% polyester and 5% EVA, and the softshell shell does not absorb water.

What's the best way to care for the harness?

Rinse it in cold fresh water after use, let it dry in the shade, and store it dry and flat — this helps the materials, stitching and buckles last as long as possible.