We tested the 9m Smoke in somewhat windy 15-20 mph conditions. Weighing in between 165-180 pounds, we trimmed the Smoke in a bit and it instantly flew with more power.... Read More...
Not every kite repair needs to be sent in to a professional. If the damage is relatively simple and clean, you can repair the canopy of your kite yourself, reduce your downtime and even save some money. ... Read More...
We were very curious about this board due to its unique shape and got a chance to test it strapless in 12 to 16 knot winds with a 14m kite in small, sloppy surf. ... Read More...
I was on vacation in Maui back in 2000 when I crossed paths with Niccolo Porcella for the first time. I remember it like it was yesterday because he immediately lipped off to me.... Read More...
When I learned to kiteboard, my first board was a 171 cm Liquid Force Picklefork. It was big, heavy, and had four sharp corners that were always trying to murder you. I thought it was the coolest piece of equipment ever. We all laugh at the Pickleforks now, but the design helped kiteboarders shift from directional to twin tip boards.... Read More...
When it comes to shaping, the teacher always judges the apprentice. And even though Pat Rawson is a highly regarded shaper in his own right, legendary craftsman Dick Brewer was on hand to critique his work and ultimately award Rawson top honors during Sacred Craft's "Tribute to the Masters Shape-off".... Read More...
Paul Lang from The Kiteboarder Magazine interviewed Gavin McClurg from the Best Offshore Odyssey while Gavin was in a boat yard in Malaysia.... Read More...
Nemesis NXG: Product Quality Notification
During routine sample checking of selected in-use Nemesis NXG kites, we have identified a possible construction... Read More...
Kitaddict team is pleased to introduce the " Green My Kite â„¢ " program. As part of the company community involvement programs, we have decided to encourage and support kite schools, kite centers, kite camps, kite shops willing to implement or already implementing Sustainable development initiatives.... Read More...
Stefaans Viljoen takes the crown in the 2009 Cabrinha race series in San Francisco on the OR Rise, OR Session harness and OR Race Board.
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The Kiteboarder Magazine had the chance to talk with Underground Kiteboards during the AWSI 2009 demo event in Hood River, OR. Check it out!
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The Kiteboarder Magazine had the chance to talk with Vari Kites during the AWSI 2009 demo event in Hood River, OR. Check it out!
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The Kiteboarder Magazine had the chance to talk with North Kiteboarding during the AWSI 2009 demo event in Hood River, OR. Check it out!
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The Kiteboarder Magazine had the chance to talk with Best Kiteboarding during the AWSI 2009 demo event in Hood River, OR. Check it out!
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Final stage of the 2009 KPWT will be held at Essaouira in Morocco
KPWT is proud to announce that the final event of the 2009 calendar will be back in Mor... Read More...
IKA ends sanctioning agreement with KPWT
We regret to announce that all future KPWT events are not sanctioned anymore by the International Kiteboarding A... Read More...
Available starting November 15, the 2010/11 TKB calendar features 13-months of the best riding and wish you were here shots from supporting sponsors, presented ... Read More...
The Kiteboarder Magazine had the chance to talk with Wainman Hawaii during the AWSI 2009 demo event in Hood River, OR. Check it out!
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The Kiteboarder Magazine had the chance to talk with Slingshot during the AWSI 2009 demo event in Hood River, OR. Check it out!
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The Kiteboarder Magazine had the chance to talk with the designers of shadow box at their booth during the awsi 2009 demo event in hood river, or. Check it out!... Read More...