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EVENT REPORT: Pismo Beach KiteXpo, Sunday, 3/21/2010

The 2010 Pismo Beach KiteXpo concluded today and, unfortunately, the wind never showed up as forecasted. Despite the lack of wind, the event was a success, with tons of kiteboarders from throughout California coming down to the beach to check out the latest kiteboarding gear from all of the manufacturers here.... Read More...

EVENT REPORT: Pismo Beach KiteXpo, Saturday, 3/20/2010

Despite a promising morning, the wind never showed up today at the 2010 Pismo Beach KiteXpo. The marine layer moved in today and kept the weather at the beach cool and cloudy. Hopes are high for tomorrow's promising forecast to deliver.... Read More...

EVENT REPORT: Pismo Beach KiteXpo, Friday, 3/19/2010

Well, there was no wind today at the first day of the 2010 Pismo Beach KiteXpo, but that didn't stop all of the participants who came out to check out all of the latest gear on the beach. The weather was beautiful here today...... Read More...

Liquid Force “Pure Fun For Everyone” Tour

Liquid Force Kiteboarding is coming to a beach near you! Join the Liquid Force “Pure Fun For Everyone” Demo Tour 2010 and experience the LF 2010 equipment on your favorite beach! ... Read More...

Freak Winds at PKRA Hua Hin

Today was the first day in Hua Hin with unpredictable winds. PKRA Race director Olaf Van Tol decided to postpone the race and freestyle double elimination competitions today in anticipation that the wind would change in direction and pick up in strength.... Read More...

Pismo Beach KiteXpo Exhbitor Layout, Winemaker Dinner and Updates as of 3/15

The forecast is looking great for the 8th Annual Pismo Beach Kite and SUP Expo March 19-21, 2010. For the exhibitor layout, click on PBExpo_Exhibitor_Lay... Read More...

Third Annual BEST Superfly Open Results

Here are the results for the Third Annual Best Superfly Open, held March 11-14 at Powder Mountain, Utah. Stay Tuned, we will be following up shortly with more photos and an event report from roving reporter Alexis Rovira.... Read More...

TKB Wants Your Opinion! Fill Out Our Survey and Enter to Win!

The Kiteboarder Magazine is trying to find out more about what you want. Tell us how we can improve the magazine and you could win a pair of Litewave Designs Lace-Up Pads and Straps!... Read More...

PKRA: A happy ending for the Asian Qualifier

The PKRA World Cup 2010 has kicked off in Hua Hin, Thailand, the most amazing place if you desire consistent winds averaging 20 knots, beautiful blue sunny skies, and temperatures averaging 34 degrees Celsius.... Read More...

Strapless, Advanced Surf and Racing Clinics at Pismo Kite/SUP Expo: RSVP for Wilson Clinic!

The forecast looks great for this weekend! On top of 22 companies exhibiting and offering demos of their 2010 gear and accessories, we have some excellent clinics to help you step up your game in racing, strapless riding and surf.... Read More...

LIQUID FORCE INTRODUCES NEW INTERNATIONAL TEAM RIDER BRANDON SCHEID

Cape Hatteras, North Carolina based kiteboarder Brandon Scheid is the latest addition to Liquid Force’s esteemed international team of kiteboarders.... Read More...

YARDSALE! Kiteboarding Crash Photo Gallery

Have you got a Yardsale photo? Send it to [email protected]... Read More...

Win a Naish 2010 Charger Kite!

It is time for another Naish give-away. Everyone is raving about the 2010 Charger kite and it could be yours for free. Entering the give-away is quick and easy.... Read More...

Photos: Snowkite Soldier Event

The Snowkite Soldier event in Fairfield, Idaho provides access to some of the best snowkiting in North America. Despite having no wind on Friday and Saturday, Spirits where high and the Slider Project L.L.C. setup sliders for everyone to session. ... Read More...

Free 3-Day Maui Women’s Riding Clinic with Kristin Boese!

Event: KB4girls Maui 2010 Place: Action Beach, Kahului Maui/HI Date: April 9th to 10th, 2010 Available slots: 20 (sorry, the spot is not the easies... Read More...

The Bloggina Monolouges From Matt Sexton

What up pawty people this is Matt Sexton checkin in after a looong winter in Florida. This is my first post in my new slingy blog series entitled The Bloggina Monologues”¦... Read More...

Monster Energy Sponsors Collegiate Kiteboarding Club BBQ at Pismo Expo

Thanks to Monster Energy for stepping it up even further for the Pismo Beach Kite and SUP Expo March 19-21. Besides being the drink sponsor for the event pr... Read More...

Liquid Force Launches Pure Fun Tour

Liquid Force Kiteboarding is coming to a beach near you! Join the Liquid Force “Pure Fun For Everyone” Demo Tour 2010 and experience the LF 2010 equipment on... Read More...

Liquid Force Jumps On-board With Johnny Greaves Motorsports for TORC 2010 Season

Off-Road Champion Johnny Greaves is proud to announce that Liquid Force, maker of premium wakeboards and apparel, is joining the Monster Energy Forest County Potawatomi Toyota Race Team... Read More...

EVENT REPORT: Regatta Copa Mexico, Puerto Vallarta, FINAL RESULTS

The 2010 North American Kiteboarding Course Racing Championships are finished, and it was Adam Koch and Steph Bridge who came out on top.... Read More...

Three Sessions, Three Days from Brandon Scheid

The past three days have been all time here in Park City, UT. The wind has been blowing and the weather has been beautiful. ... Read More...

EVENT REPORT: Regatta Copa Mexico, Puerto Vallarta, March 4, 2010

The 2010 North American Championships are going on right now in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico and The Kiteboarder Magazine is here on site on the beautiful Banderas Bay.... Read More...

Corpus Christi to Host 2010 World Course Racing Championship: Registration Now Open!

It's on! The 2010 World Course Racing Championship will take place in Corpus Christi, TX, from April 21-25. Many of the top racers in the world are coming to co... Read More...

8th Annual Pismo Beach Kite/SUP Expo: New location and more!

Date: March 19-21, 2010 Where: Pismo Beach, CA, halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco Time: 9a-noon SUP (ends when it gets too windy!), 11a to 5p Ki... Read More...

EVENT REPORT: Skyline Masters Goes Off!

We awoke the first day of the contest with news of wind up at Skyline, we packed the cars and headed off for the event. When we first showed up the wind was a bit light, we took the time to set up a few flags and get some kites inflated.... Read More...

Bryan “Bernie” Lake now Sponsored by Curley’s Jerky

When he mentioned that he usually goes back out after lunch, but was lunchless, I pulled out a bag of Curly's Jerky (never leave home without it) and was proud that Curly's Jerky could power an afternoon of high-flying, kiteboarding action.... Read More...

Karolina Winkowska Joins Slingshot

2010 is time to change something, change for Slingshot kites!!! Since the first time I try the kites I didn’t want to give them back. They fly smooth, they are stable in the air and they give unforgettable experiences.... Read More...

Best SUPERFLY Open Snowkiting Competition at Powder Mountain, March 11-14, 2010

Get ready for the 3rd annual BEST SuperFly Open that will bring some of the world’s best snowkiters to Powder Mountain, March 11 -14, 2010. ... Read More...

IVKC Ben Wilson Movie Premier and Raffle Give-Away, March 4, 2010

Isla Vista Kiteboarding Club is premiering a FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER the new Ben Wilson film "THE DIRTY SOUTH" featuring Ben Wilson and local rider Ian Alldredge! Come support the west coast's 1st university kiteboarding club and watch some amazing footage the worlds sickest extreme sport.... Read More...

Bertrand Fleury joins Wainman Hawaii

I just want to say that I am very pleased to confirm that I will now be riding for Wainman Hawaii ! It feels good and right for me to be apart of this amazing adventure. ... Read More...