The Darko is the new kiteboard in the slingshot range for 2010, it is a little more progressive than the misfit, but maybe not as full on as the Darkside. the board has a stiffish flex to it giving a great pop. It has the innovative sliding foot straps, so you can get the foot strap spacing at just the right width. The board has a fair straight rail for giving good grip, and a flatish rocker line, so giving a good turn of speed. The great in your face graphic's just finish the package off, add this to a inexpensive price and I think slingshot have a winner this year.