La Ventana Classic and KiteXpo Video
Here’s a great video produced by Jim Stringfellow which embodies the vibe and spirit of the event, people and riding in La Ventana. Thanks Stringy!
Archive for February, 2008
2008 PKRA Schedule
From Surfertoday.com: PKRA has published some information regarding the schedule for the 2008 World Tour, as well as the release of the new PKRA 4 DVD. The latest news available show an 11 stage tour, from March to October. It is possible that some of theses dates are to be changed in the future. Here’s [...]
Feb 27, 2008 | 0 comments | View Post
Montana Snow Kite Rodeo a Success
The Montana Snow Kite Rodeo was held on Georgetown Lake in South West Montana from February 15th-19th 2008. The event site is located 20 miles west of Anaconda, a small mining town in the Rocky Mountains. For more info and pictures of the event, head to bestkiteboarding.com
Feb 24, 2008 | 0 comments | View Post
Giant Kite Pulls Cargo Ship
From SurferToday.com: The MS Beluga Skysails, a cargo vessel that uses a towing kite system to achieve better shipping fuel economy, completed its first shipment this week. Global DHL Forwarding used the vessel to deliver 71 containers from Germany to Venezuela as part of a larger effort of creating a less-carbon intensive transport and logistics [...]
Feb 21, 2008 | 0 comments | View Post
ASNews Thurs: Do It or Lose It — Act Now to Preserve Access
This Week: Last week, a bill went before the Hawaiian Senate (no kiters or windsurfers within 200 feet of any surfer or swimmer) which could have been devastating to local and visiting kiteboarders and windsurfers to Oahu and Maui, not to mention the entire windsports industry. Simultaneously, kiteboarding was just banned at Pompano Beach in [...]
Feb 18, 2008 | 0 comments | View Post
Pismo Beach KiteXpo, CA Date Change: Now April 26-27
More details to follow within two weeks but for now, please note that dates have changed from April 16-17 TO April 26-27. We are also trying to get some surf brands involved including Surf Tech, FCS and more.
Feb 18, 2008 | 0 comments | View Post
Hawaii Kiteboarding Ban
The Hawaiian Senate recently came close to banning kiteboarding and windsurfing within 200 feet of other water users. Although the measure did not pass, the introduction of such a bill is a harbinger of further complications. Please always kite with caution and safety in mind. For more info, head to http://www.kiteforum.com Report Title: Ocean Recreation; [...]
Feb 17, 2008 | 0 comments | View Post
ASNews.net this week: Heal Yourself from Pain Naturally
This Week: Industry veteran Mark Ribkoff has been dealing with chronic and acute pain for over 25 years. This didn’t stop him from pursuing the outdoor activities he loved so much like mountain biking, skiing, snowboarding, windsurfing and kiteboarding. About four years ago, the pain became so unbearable he threw in the towel and quit [...]
Feb 12, 2008 | 0 comments | View Post
Playa del Carmen, Mexico will be the first stop of the 2008 PKRA World Tour. Playa del Carmen has many kilometers of powdery white sand beaches and crystal blue Caribbean waters. During the windy season the wind can range from 10 to 25 knots from the northeast and southeast. For more information on the upcoming [...]
Feb 12, 2008 | 0 comments | View Post
Best Thruster Surfboards
Best Kiteboarding has a new line of surfboards in their 2008 lineup. The Thruster 5’7″ and 6’0″ are suitable for beginner through advanced kiteboarders. For more info, head to bestkiteboarding.com or kiteforum.com.
Feb 10, 2008 | 0 comments | View Post
Sixth Annual Lake Simcoe Winter Sports Festival
Dear Rider, The Annual Lake Simcoe Winter Sports Festival continues to be the largest gathering of wind sport enthusiasts in Ontario. We invite you to join us for the 6th year to be held Saturday February 16th, and Sunday February 17th 2008 in Keswick Ontario. (from 11:00-15:30hrs ET daily) Bringing together wind powered enthusiasts using [...]
Feb 08, 2008 | 0 comments | View Post
ASNews Podcast This Week: Eclipse Kites!
PODCAST #102: Just back from a successful demo at the first annual La Ventana Classic and KiteXpo in Baja California Sur, Mexico, our guests this week are the founders of Eclipse Kites, Chris Cousins and Dimitri Maramenides. We will also have a special cameo appearance with Dimitri’s 5-year old son, Cameron. Sponsors: ASNews.net, SlingShot Kiteboarding, [...]
Feb 05, 2008 | 0 comments | View Post
New Mystic Website
Mystic Kiteboarding has a new stylish website. Their entire 2008 lineup is represented in the interactive site. To check out Mystic, head over to www.mysticboarding.com.
Feb 05, 2008 | 0 comments | View Post
The U.S. Open: Snowkite Masters
Attachments: From Kiteforum.com: US Open Snowkite Masters at Skyline, Utah – March 1st &2nd, 2008 In its 4th winter, the US Snowkite Masters has grown to become a world wide series of events, hosting national titles in several different countries. This year the SKM has already hit France and Germany, with upcoming dates in [...]
Feb 02, 2008 | 0 comments | View Post
February 2008
*TRAVEL: Exploring Martha’s Vineyard
*INTERVIEW: Best Co-Founder Alex Shogren
*INSTRUCTIONAL: When Things go Wrong
Feb 01, 2008 | 0 comments | View Post
