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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/... Read More...

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!... Read More...

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. ... Read More...

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. ... Read More...

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.... Read More...

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.... Read More...

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.... Read More...

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.... Read More...

Sensi Graves Launches Bikini Brand SENSI

As a full-time kiteboarder and water sports enthusiast, Sensi Graves is happy to debut a swimsuit that performs at the same high level she does. Seeking to bring greater functionality and fun to swimwear, Sensi started SENSI, a brand that exudes chic simplicity and an active lifestyle.... Read More...

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.... Read More...

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.... Read More...

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.... Read More...

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.... Read More...

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.... Read More...

La Ventana Classic Report for Wednesday, 1/18/2012

Tonight the La Ventana Classic and KiteXpo officially kicked off at 7:00 pm at Palapas Ventana. This evening participants were given a presentation of a slide show of images from last year and also received their competition jerseys and a ton of information about this year's event.... Read More...