Autor-Archive: Olli Palm

[ad_1] Re-watch the livestream from Day 2 of the Aloha Classic, the great season final. You can re-watch the men quarters, semi finals and finals, followed by the ladies semi finals and finals. Compared to day 1 the heats were longer (27 minutes heat duration), the waves were better, the wind was a bit lighter (8-12 knots) but the action was mind-blowing!! We probably saw one of the best ladies fleets ever and an incredibly […]

[ad_1] The third day of competition of the Aloha Classic started with the masters competition and continued with the first 3 rounds of the double elimination. The women and the juniors got released earlier by head judge Duncan Coombs. Congrats to former PWA Freestyle World Champion Josh Stone, who won the Master final. Pierre Godet from Reunion finished in 2nd and Francisco Goya (PWA Wave World Champion 2000, Quatro co-founder in 1994 and owner of […]

[ad_1] Livestream Aloha Classic 2023 from day 4. The plan was to run the double elimination of women and men. The women needed to start their double elimination on the 4th competition day. The men needed to complete the double elimination. Just 7 or 8 heat sneed to be done to know the final winner. The waves were gorgeous, but the wind didn’t pick up. No windsurfing. It was a perfect surfing day and many […]

[ad_1] Sarah-Quita about the final heat at the single elimination of the Aloha Classic: “On the final day of the single elimination the waves were very nice and the wind was a little bit on-shore therefore it was a bit harder to ride them. I made a smart decision to rig up my 5.3 sail and 88L Starboard Hyper. Being on my big gear allowed me to catch waves and properly ride them. I am […]

[ad_1] Footstraps vs Boots A common conception newer kiteboarder’s have is that their feet will be locked into the board like a snowboard or wakeboard. Most kiteboarders, from beginner to advanced, wear footsteps. Footstraps are like sandals on the board that a rider’s feet can slip in and out of. This article will go over the difference between footsteps vs boots. What Are Footstraps Footstraps are like sandals for a kiteboard. They make it easy […]

[ad_1] Check The Wind Forecast For St. Petersburg The ability to check the wind forecast for St. Petersburg will provide more days for kiteboarding. It is often more windy than an average forecast reveals. Specialized sites such as iKitesurf provides more in depth details on the wind than the average forecast. Overall, it is the ability to read the right forecasts and understand wind patterns to maximize the days for kiteboarding. How to Read a […]

[ad_1] This article will break down how to kiteboard in lightwinds. The term “lightwinds” is subjective. We define lightwinds as under 14 kts. In 10-14 kts of wind it is possible to kiteboard and have fun! The skills learned in lightwinds will make you a better all-around kiteboarder. How Light Can We Kiteboard? Anything under 8 kts would be considered extremely lightwinds. In under 8 kts, kiteboarding kites will struggle to fly. It will be […]

[ad_1] Kiteboarding a 19m Kite 2023 Update Cabrinha stopped making the 19m Contra years ago. People were not buying the 19m because it was “too big” of a kite. But “too big” is a subjective term. We’ve kept a 19m kite in our school for years and we are not selling it any time soon. This is a kite that is perfect for larger riders in light winds. We recently took it out to see […]

[ad_1] The 2023 Cabrinha COS Control Bar is Cabrinha’s first big change in a control bar since 2015. There are two main differences to be highlighted from this bar. One is the depower mainline, and two is the safety system. This post will go through the various features of the 2023 Cabrinha COS Control Bar. Two Main Upgrades on 2023 Cabrinha COS Control Bar Depower Mainline The depower mainline is the line directly above the […]

[ad_1] Advanced Kiteboarding Lesson We specialize in kiteboarding lessons from beginner to pro. Our advanced kiteboarding lesson can include everything from learning how to jump, to handlepasses, to foilboarding. An advanced lesson will be custom and specific to your goals. For scheduling an advanced kiteboarding lesson, fill out the form below. Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. What Is An Advanced Lesson? An advanced lesson can be anything from learning how to foilboard to […]

[ad_1] 2023 Cabrinha Switchblade Review The Cabrinha Switchblade has been one of Cabrinha’s flagship kites for over a decade. One distinct feature of the 2023 Cabrinha Switchblade is that it is a kite for any level kiteboarder. In other words, the Switchblade is a great kite from beginner to advanced riders. This is a kite we use for lessons, as well as ride for our own enjoyment. Overview of the Cabrinha Switchblade The Cabrinha Switchblade […]

[ad_1] Women’s What to Wear for Kiteboarding A common question from prospective women kiteboarders is “what do I wear”. The simple answer is athletic waterwear. This consists of attire that is comfortable, made to get wet, and is appropriate for activity. As more and more women are getting into this thrilling activity, it’s essential to know what to wear to ensure comfort, safety, and style while out on the water. In this blog post, we’ll […]

[ad_1] The Wind Window for Kiteboarding Kiteboarding is a thrilling sport that combines elements from other sports such as wakeboarding, sailing, windsurfing, and others. One of the most important elements to learning how to kiteboard is to understand the wind window. The wind window applies to every step of the process in learning how to kiteboard. What Is The Wind Window The wind window in kiteboarding is a three-dimensional space in the sky where the […]

[ad_1] An Old Kiteboarding Control Bar VS A New Bar A kiteboarding control bar is often the piece of equipment that is overlooked when purchasing equipment for the first time. The control bar can change the performance of a kite and provides safety to the rider. This post will break down an “old” kiteboarding control bar into two categories, one with a lot of use and one that is more than 10 years old. We […]

[ad_1] Every year, between July and October, a remarkable spectacle occurs as humpback whales embark on one of the animal kingdom’s longest migrations. This means Tonga’s whale season is in full swing, offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to swim alongside these majestic creatures. Picture yourself surrounded by crystal-clear waters as you glide through the warm embrace of the South Pacific. The tranquil beauty of Tonga sets the stage for an extraordinary encounter with humpback whales, who […]

[ad_1] Prepare in time for colder days with Prolimit’s new winter collection. After the Cape Town adventure with our Prolimit riders we decided to visit our riders who brave the cold every winter. We visited our German freestyle kite rider Ben Beholz at Lake Silvaplana. All our winter wetsuits are made for extreme conditions. The Vapor, Mercury and Oxygen wetsuits feature Thermal Rebound technology. This is an extra layer in between the neoprene and Zodiac. […]

[ad_1] Day 2 at the World Cup Sylt 2023 was an epic day for the freestyle community, all riders and especially Lennart Neubauer, who faced his Starboard teammate and freestyle R&D guru Steve van Broeckhoven in the final. Lennart won the final with a firework of perfect moves. But we saw many more riders performing on highest level. Here’s a great re-cap on day 2, when the wind hit the coast almost at 90° degrees […]

[ad_1] 19-year-old Lennart Neubauer from Naxos, Greece wins the single elimination in Westerland, Sylt. The Greek, who has his comeback season after a severe knee injury, leads the event defeating the  former Freestyle World Champion and multiple EFPT tour winner Steven van Broeckhoven from Belgium. Watch all the moves from Lennart! German drone pilot Johannes Hertel captured the action and released the clip on the same day. Sylt Freestyle final single elimination 2023 I Lennart […]

[ad_1] Mattia Pedrani, one of the hardcore freestyle windsurfers creating several insane moves in the past, likes to windsurf in waves nowadays. Here’s some nice footage from Viana do Castelo, Portugal, where he mixed wave windsurfing with proper freestyle in the powerful El Norte wind conditions. Mattia lands perfect Goiters, Takas, Wave fs 360s, Back loops or slides through Auto-Rotators. Great to watch Mr. Pedrani!!! Keep pushing in waves! It’s looking good! Quick field trip […]

[ad_1] It’s day 2 in Westerland, Sylt, where the schauinslandreisen Windsurf World Cup Sylt 2023, presented by got2b is on and running. Conditions are on: some wind from southern direction and proper ramps allow the riders to perform their moves quite close to the shore. 26 men riders from 12 different nations are competing for the 2023 PWA freestyle World title. Most competitors are from France, Bonaire and Belgium. Current leader in the ranking is […]