VIDEO: A Taste of Asia with Sam Medysky
Some sights and riding with Best Kiteboarding’s Sam Medysky and David Drinkwater.
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Red Bull Len10 Megaloop Challenge Wrap Up Video
Catch all the action from the LEN10 Megaloop Challenge which saw 24 international riders compete for the title in this new freestyle kiteboarding event. In the end it was Lewis Crathern who looped his way to victory.
VIDEO: 2012 Skyline Masters Snowkiting
Watch this beautifully done video from Black Owl Media about the 2012 Skyline Masters. This event was a part of the 2012 NAST snowkite tour.
VIDEO: 2012 La Ventana Classic Slideshow
Experience a week of insanity in under five minutes. Featuring the 2012 La Ventana Classic, Paddle Royale, Kite Expo, No Mas Basura, and a few scenes from Burning Bush.
VIDEO: Ruben Len10′s Megaloop Challenge Crash
Watch Ruben Lenten literally go head over heels in South Africa.
VIDEO: Slingshot at Nitro City
The Slingshot team went down to panama to test some product out at Travis Pastrana’s new actions sports resort, NitroCity. NitroCity boasts world class accommodations, five star kiteboarding, a system 2.0, a skatepark, and a full size motocross track all on site. Its the Place to Play. nitrocitypanama.com/
VIDEO: The Filibuster Kicker
Check out the first session with the new Filibuster kicker. Riders Alex Fox, Billy Parker, and Dave Scott had an awesome first set at the 520 slick in Cocoa, FL. Thanks to DJ Rock Lobsta for playing some tunes on the the Red Bull truck and Mitch Morelli for filming. Can’t wait for the next set!
North Kiteboarding Announces the 2012 Dyno Light Wind Kite
Today North Kiteboarding announces the 2012 version of the Dyno, their light wind-specific kite.
The Kids Are Alright: The Kiteboarding Youth of Brazil
When your plane drops in for landing at the Fortaleza International airport, you will quickly realize just how beautiful the northeastern state of Ceara, Brazil, really is. Its endless white sand beaches bordered by beautiful blue water and the sprawling untouched sand dunes make it a kiter’s paradise.
weendy app – Updated and Upgraded
Weendy, an app where you can send and get real time info and video of your local riding spots from people that are actually there, introduces new versions for iPhone and Android
VIDEO: 3DOM – The 3 Bridge Brothers in South Africa
Brothers Olly, Guy, and Tom Bridge recently headed with their parents to South Africa to enjoy consistent wind to train in. Aged between 10 and 13, all three set a level of skill not seen in young groms before.
The Sherman Island Kiteboarding Experience
While many people have heard of the incredible summertime winds here at Sherman Island, fewer people know that the main kite launching site is far from ideal for kiteboarding. The main launch site is a relatively small grassy area within the park with a metal shade structure and parking area directly downwind of the launch.
Best Kiteboarding Announces Lifetime Warranty
BEST guarantees that your 2012 gear will be free from material and manufacture defects for as long as it is owned by the original purchaser. To qualify for the LIFETIME WARRANTY register your new purchase online within 30 days- and both you and your gear are covered- FOREVER.
Best Announces the Sacrifice Insert System to Reduce Wear
It’s a fact of life that salt, sand, friction and lack of servicing all contribute to the wear of the moving parts on your kite bar. We’ve all been caught out by snapping a depower line that we should have already replaced weeks. If that sounds familiar then your worries are over, the solution to depower line wear is finally here.
VIDEO: Aspire with Aaron Hadlow
This collaboration between Aaron Hadlow and Andy Gordon builds on the heritage of Aaron’s previous films and shows his tricks and experience in creating the film in a new and innovative light.
10th Annual Pismo Beach Kite and SUP Expo April 13-15, 2012
Mark your calendars and come help us celebration the 10 year anniversary of the PIsmo Beach Kite and SUP Expo!
VIDEO: 2012 Jupiter Kite Invasion
After 2 days of light wind riders were blessed with NE winds on Sunday. Riders from all around Florida and a few from around the world got to compete in a full round with building side onshore wind.
F-One Introduces MANERA, a New Accessories Brand, with Free Board Bag Offer
To mark the introduction of the new F-One accessories brand MANERA to the US market, the distributors of F-One in America will offer a MANERA Playa Board Bag with the purchase of any 2012 F-One board, either a twin-tip, a surfboard, or a SUP.
KSP Announces 2012 Tour Schedule
Following a groundbreaking and highly successful inaugural season, which pushed competitive kite surfing to epic new heights, the KSP is pleased to announce its widely anticipated 2012 World Championship Kite Surfing Tour schedule.
VIDEO: 2012 La Ventana Lifestyle from Elevation Kiteboarding
Baja Joe’s film festival winner by Beach Dog Prrrduction. Featuring Elevation kiteboarding’s Mark, Marie, and Robin, Skydive San Diego, Neil Hutchinson, and Grom and Shannon from Pro Leezure. Strapless kiteboarding and Skydiving in La Ventana 2012.
VIDEO: Hannah Whiteley in Brazilian Nut Case
Professional kiteboarder Hannah Whiteley riding at Pro Kite Brasil in Uruaú, Ceará in December of 2011.
VIDEO: 2011 Ro Sham Throwdown
Check out the latest video from Nate Appel/Cineaptic: The 2011 Ro Sham Throwdown in Hood River, OR.
Erin Swain: Montones
After two great days at Shacks, I went over to Montones to kite with two new guys I met. I had a leak in my 9m, and they were waiting on their boards from a buddy who was held up at the dentist. It was perfect: I had a board, they had kites.
VIDEO: TDZ: Kite Surfing in Puerto Rico
Check out this latest video from the TDZ crew, this time pushing kite surfing in Puerto Rico.
VIDEO: 2012 Slingshot RPM with Youri Zoon in Capetown
PKRA World Champion Youri Zoon introduces the 2012 RPM to the world.
VIDEO: Day Trippin’ with Mark Miedama
“Headed down south to the land of the pines and I’m thumbin’ my way into North Caroline” for a quick day trip to Hatteras. 65+ degrees and big SSW wind in late January at the ferry docks made for an epic day on the water.
The Best Odyssey is now the Ocean Odyssey – Where to Next?
After a full circumnavigation over the last five years of 54,000 miles offshore; 50 countries; and a lifetime of memories for their guests and crew, the Best Odyssey, now the Ocean Odyssey, is getting ready to set sail once again exploring the Pacific.
2012 La Ventana Classic Wrap Up and Final Results: $23,500 Raised for the Local Community!
The 2012 La Ventana Classic and KiteXpo has come to a close and the La Ventana wind machine delivered perfect conditions for the last day of the event. After a few days of light wind, there was a lot to accomplish on the last day of the event and the schedule was filled with SUP races, kiteboarding/windsurfing course racing, the Big Air/Old School competition, live auction, huge raffle, and an awards ceremony at Pizza Vela.
La Ventana Classic Update for 1/21/2012: Light Wind Racing, a Greasy Pole, and Lucha Libre
The light winds did not stop the fun here at the La Ventana Classic and the activities rolled on. This morning Anthony Vela and Candice Appleby held a kid’s SUP paddling clinic for both local and visiting children. Not only did they get everyone on the water, but they were even to run a few races with the kids!
The La Ventana Classic Needs Your Help!
The 2012 La Ventana Classic has been great so far this year. If you’ve been following the daily photos and updates on Facebook or thekiteboarder.com, you know what an amazing event this is, and we are only at the halfway point! The action has included an 11-mile island kite crossing, 10-mile island SUP crossing, skydiving, beach games, nightly parties, kiteboarding and SUP demos, and more! That’s the good news. Unfortunately we have a little bad news and need to ask for your help.
