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The MarchApril09 issue of The Kiteboarder Magazine is now available for download at https://www.theringmedia.com/thekiteboarder/archive.php

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In this issue:

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Launch: Who is the IKA: Deal or No Deal?

Naish Roots:  The Man Behind the Scenes, Andy Church

What materials are using kiteboarding products and why? Anything new coming down the line?

Backwoods take you to Ecuador and the Marshall Islands. Check them out and you’ll be booking tickets to these great getaway destinations!

Cool new products to check out!

The TKB team kicks the tires on the Best Kahoona, Eclipse Thruster, LF HiFi Comp, Naish Torch, Slingshot Misfit and Crazy Fly Raptor. Be sure to click on reviews pulled from riders on forums.

Designer’s unveil what went into the designs of the Best Kahoona, Caution Mayhem X, F-one Revolt2, GK VSonic, LF Hifi Comp, Naish Custom Fish, NPX Zealot, SS Ben Wilson Pro and sneak peak of RRD’s new production raceboard. For audio, click on the podcast links for the scoop straight from the designers.

The La Ventana Classic event was a huge success with our biggest turnout and $$$ raised yet! Check out the wrap up story, video and full image gallery on the links.

Top 10 things you need to know about kiteboarding in the surf. Check out Ben Wilson’s new instructional clips. Look for the video icon.

Workbench teaches you how to easily fix a fly line. The Kite Pages is our free directory of shops/schools in the US. Look for the icons which show which schools have liability insurance and instructor certification.

ENJOY!