Archive for October, 2006

ASNews.net Videocast – Ruben Lenten HUGE Kiteloop, October 31, 2006

ASNews.net Videocast – Ruben Lenten HUGE Kiteloop, October 31, 2006

Watch kiteboarder Ruben Lenten throw one of the biggest kiteloops ever seen.

No Wind? Pumpabike!

No Wind? Pumpabike!

Here is a new toy that might help you with your pump stroke and offers cardiovascular training on those windless days… To get more details on the Pumpabike videos, Click Here

Convert your Kites into Single Inflation Point Kites

Convert your Kites into Single Inflation Point Kites

Windwing has just released the Muliti Inflation System (MIS), which comes with every new RampageII and is made to fit all future or past kites made with multiple strut inflation nozzles on the LE. For more information and instructions on the MIS and see other great features of a Windwing kite, go to Rampage II [...]

24 Girls on a Remote Pacific Island

24 Girls on a Remote Pacific Island

24 girls shared a once-in-a-lifetime adventure during a one week trip to Fiji hosted by pro rider Cindy Mosey. For the full story and more images, click here

Ozone Releases PDFS on 07 Snow Kites: Frenzy, Access2, and Manta

Ozone Releases PDFS on 07 Snow Kites: Frenzy, Access2, and Manta

Frenzy PDF Access PDF Manta PDF

ASNews.net Podcast #56: Original Snowkiter Paul Macaj on Snowkiting and New DVD 20/10

ASNews.net Podcast #56: Original Snowkiter Paul Macaj on Snowkiting and New DVD 20/10

THIS WEEK: The snow is already dumping in Colorado with snowkiters getting in their first winter sessions and the resorts opening up two weeks ahead of schedule. Colorado local and snowkite pioneer Paul Macaj, aka Motz, joins ASnew.net this week to give us a sneak peak into his new snowkite DVD 20/10, filmed in Colorado, [...]

ASNews.net Podcast #55 – Learn more about PASA with Paul Menta

ASNews.net Podcast #55 – Learn more about PASA with Paul Menta

Thursday night’s live webcast included Roy Newman talks about his son Kyle who is a missing kiteboarder. Our featured guest, Paul Menta, PASA’s master instructor speaks candidly about the differences between the instructional organizations. For all your bow kite freaks, Paul gives you his personal tips on how to self launch a bow kite. Be [...]

Vari Video at Teahupo’o – Did he make it?

Vari Video at Teahupo’o – Did he make it?

In the company of Garrett McNamara, Kealli Mamala and other big name, big wave surfers, Vari was caught on film kitesurfing at Teahupo’o…. check out the photo sequences.. the video shows a good wipeout but has no kitesurfing…. http://www.surfline.com/surfnews/photo_bamp.cfm?id=5476&ad=1

ASNews.net #55 – Kiteboarding Instructional Expert Paul Menta, October 26, 2006

ASNews.net #55 – Kiteboarding Instructional Expert Paul Menta, October 26, 2006

Paul Menta updates us on the latest kiteboarding instructional methods.

The Kiteboarder Magazine Electronic Magazine, September-October 2006

The Kiteboarder Magazine Electronic Magazine, September-October 2006

This issue includes instructional on waves and a look at the rise of BoarderX.

The Kiteboarder Annual Subscription and 2007 Calendar Offer

The Kiteboarder Annual Subscription and 2007 Calendar Offer

Get an annual subscription (6 issues) and The Kiteboarder’s 2007 Calendar for just $34.99! You can also choose to get another calendar including The Liquid Mountain’s Towsurfer.com Calendar and Surfrider Foundation. Just tell us what you want in the comments section of TheKiteboarder.com’s shopping cart or send an email to marina@thekiteboarder.com

Get Two Calendars for $24.99: The Kiteboarder, Paul Javier Surf, Towsurfer.com, Surfrider Foundation

Get Two Calendars for $24.99: The Kiteboarder, Paul Javier Surf, Towsurfer.com, Surfrider Foundation

Perfect for the holidays or for your home and office, get two high quality, 13-month, 12″ x 12″ calendars for just $24.99. US orders only. Specifiy which calendars you want in the comments section.

Live Data Buoy Maps!

Live Data Buoy Maps!

  Here’s a great link for a map that puts all the buoy data right on the map i.e. no more clicking on each buoy! Maps include the US, Caribbean and some int’l: http://www.pdfamily.com/weather/buoy.php

Rui’s New Website

Rui’s New Website

Still on a high from taking first at the PKRA in Brazil, Rui has just launched his new website. Check it at http://www.kitedays.com/index.htm

Pictures of New Gear: Liquid Force, Cabrinha, Wipika, Naish, Best….

Pictures of New Gear: Liquid Force, Cabrinha, Wipika, Naish, Best….

Looks like there was some type of demo over in Holland…. check out the images of kites, bars, and boards from Robby over at hanglos.nl. Source: flysurf.com

Win a 2007 Flexifoil 9m Atom

Win a 2007 Flexifoil 9m Atom

This is a great prize worth in excess of £750 – The winner will be selected at random on the 20th November 2006 and will receive their prize by the end of November. All you have to do is play for a chance to win! http://www.extreme-gamesonline.com/

2006 nwkite.com Best Photo Contest – Sponsored by Slingshot

2006 nwkite.com Best Photo Contest – Sponsored by Slingshot

Many of you pass through Hood River and the Oregon Coast and probably have great photos! Check out the nwkite.com Best Photo Contest at http://www.nwkite.com/forums/t-2886.html&sid=d28a6b379aa9f891823af533e291cb0c. You don’t have to be a local to participate and you could win some great Slingshot gear and prizes! This year, they are adding a video and best wipeout / [...]

The Kiteboarder Nov/Dec06 Now Mailing!

The Kiteboarder Nov/Dec06 Now Mailing!

The Nov/Dec06 issue of The Kiteboarder Magazine is now available and will be hitting your mailboxes and kite shops/schools in the US and Canada starting this week……. Brian Schenk gives you preview of what’s in store in the US for the upcoming snowkite season Find out what the buzz is about in West Oz as [...]

Runaway Kiteboarder – Please Help Find Him

Runaway Kiteboarder – Please Help Find Him

Beverly and Roy Newman are looking for their 16 year old son ,Kyle Newman, a runaway from home. Kyle was last seen in Miami, FL on October 18, 2006. He has a US passport, a Connecticut drivers license and a visa for Brazil.He was last seen in the Miami area and made all his plans [...]

Kiteboarding in the Yucatan – New Spot Isla Blanca

Kiteboarding in the Yucatan – New Spot Isla Blanca

The Kiteboarder has had the pleasure of meeting Foka, the owner of Ikarus Kiteboarding in Cozumel. He has pioneered several spots in the Yucatan. If you’re looking for warm weather, flat water kiting, check out the video posted by Phil at nwkite.com and Foka’s website! http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=5393671875645294138 VIDEO http://www.kiteboardmexico.com/web/english/home.htm IKARUS

St. Barthelemy Report from Pete Cabrinha

St. Barthelemy Report from Pete Cabrinha

There is a nice, fairly thorough trip report by Pete Cabrinha on ikiteboarding.com. Check it out for some great images of Pete, Susi and Dre. Good resources for hotels, schools, eats, and internet!

Maui Magic Hana Collection: Especially for the Girls!

Maui Magic Hana Collection: Especially for the Girls!

Maui Magic introduces a new collection especially made for girls: Hana. The Hana collection is very complete and provides good looking, highly technical, high quality products including gloves, boots, suits, lycras, cover ups, harnesses, luggage…Available in December/January 07, see http://www.mauimagic.com/ for a distributor/shop near you. For North and South America, see www.mauimagicusa.com

Ikiteboarding.com Slingshot Link Review

Ikiteboarding.com Slingshot Link Review

Carlo from Ikiteboarding has provided some very unbiased, reviews in the past. His latest review is on the Slingshot Link. Below is his conclusion. See ikiteboarding.com for the full report! Conclusion Excerpt from http://www.ikiteboarding.com/kiteboarding/articles/slingshot-link-review.aspx The Slingshot Link broke a lot of limitations that we have come accustomed to with bow kites. It’s got C shape [...]

Order Your 2007 The Kiteboarder Calendar

Order Your 2007 The Kiteboarder Calendar

Check out the new The Kiteboarder Magazine 2007 Calendar. Enjoy 13 months of sick kiteboarding shots from around the world. Preview the calendar here.

The Kiteboarder Nov/Dec06 Issue Coming Soon!

The Kiteboarder Nov/Dec06 Issue Coming Soon!

Check your mailboxes and your local shop/school for the latest issue of The Kiteboarder Magazine! The Nov/Dec06 issue starts shipping this week and will be available starting the week of October 30th! www.thekiteboarder.com

Best Odyssey Seeks Chef

Best Odyssey Seeks Chef

Offshore Odysseys is seeking a professional, flexible, and adventurous chef to join “The BEST Odyssey”, a world kiteboarding/ sailing/ surfing/ spearfishing expedition on a 60′ luxury catamaran. We seek an applicant: Who is flexible, resourceful, and creative with their cooking- able to provide High Quality meals for up to 10 persons efficiently . . .often [...]