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Calypso Kiteboarding Event Results : 14-16 November 2008

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 00:29:45 GMT

The Calypso kiteboarding event, held in November 2008, was a great success with over 70 kiteboarders from across the country. The event was attended by international stars like the woman’s and men’s world speed record holders, aswell as the Spanish, African and British speed record holders.

The Resolution Downwind Dash Media Release

Sun, 18 Jan 2009 14:37:17 GMT

Main Beach Langebaan was a kaleidoscope of colour and activity yesterday, as it played host to the annual Langebaan downwind race.

Event Report : Men's Health SUP Canal Challenge - 16 December 2008

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:42:47 GMT

The sport of Ancient Hawaiian kings takes off in South Africa. Tuesday saw history in the making as over 50 of South Africa’s top Male, Female and Junior stand up paddlers descended on Canal Walk to battle it out in an attempt to win the first ever inland Stand up paddle boarding event in Africa.

Check out the full report on our sister site, iSuping.com

Winkle Toti Winkle wrap up

Tue, 16 Dec 2008 12:00:00 GMT

The annual Winkle-Toti-Winkle event took place yesterday, with this year being the first that the wind delivered for the kitesurfers. A great South Coast downwind was held in warm water, steady wind and under blue skies. An 'eye in the sky' spectator stationed at Warner Beach collected these shots.

Winkle-Toti-Winkle event - 16 December 2008

Sat, 13 Dec 2008 04:50:00 GMT

The Winkle-Toti-Winkle multi-discipline event is set to take place on December 16 at Winkle Beach in Southern KZN. This is the second year that kiting has been a part of the line-up, and if the wind predicitions remain unchanged - it looks to be a bumper year for the festival.

Men's Health Canal SUP Challenge : 16 December 2008

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 21:33:14 GMT

Whatever happens, don't miss the 16th December 2008 for an event like no other. Canal Walk and Century City, prestigious landmarks nestled beneath the world famous Table Mountain will be the location for SUP racing at its best as South Africa Top Male and Female paddlers battle it out to win this prestigious event.

Quick talking with Fred Kloren - owner of Xelerator Kiteboards

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

South Africa, and especially the mother city, is a melting pot of international talent when it comes to kitesurfing. A great example of this is Fred Kloren, owner of Xelerator Kiteboards. Freds background includes a BSc in Industrial Automation, so it’s no surprise that he is producing a product that has earned its respective riders five national records.
With the current exchange rate – its good to know that there is a world class product available on our doorstep – manufactured by an all round great guy, as I found out after some Q and A with Fred himself.

Cape Dash Big Bay Big Air Event : 13 - 14 December 2008

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 06:13:16 GMT

This weekend will see an event at Big Bay, South Africa, that will merge the two ultimate water sports into one for two days - kitesurfing and standup paddle surfing (SUP).

Pics of Len10 at The Gorge

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Reuben Lenten will arrive in Cape Town on December 16 for training, and will also be at the Oxbow comp. To get you ready for the displays of sheer skill and mad kiteloops he usually delivers, here are a few pics of him going hard (as usual) at The Gorge, USA.

Triple-S Wildcards available

Fri, 05 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

There are 4 wildcard spots up for grabs in the Triple-S Invitational - so get filming for your entry video. The other 20 invited riders have been announced, and the line-up looks to be a showcase of the best kiting talent on the planet.

An overview of kiting injuries

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sports Chiropractor Andrew Jones takes a look at injuries in kitesurfing, and produces some really interesting results about the sport’s injury statistics.
For example, did you know that according to the statistics there are 7 injuries for every 1000 hours of practice but this is doubled in competition time (16.5 injuries for every 1000 hours of competition) (Nickel, 2004).

Kitesurfing Injuries - the doctor is in!

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:00:00 GMT

Everyone gets struck by injury at one time or another - whether you are a total beginner or a top pro. We have enlisted the help of Sports Chiropractor Andrew Jones, who also boasts a Masters in Sports Medicine, to get us through the festive season in one piece. Here is a little bit about our new resident expert.

The Resolution Downwind Dash : Langebaan, South Africa

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:41:09 GMT

The Annual Langebaan Downind Dash event will be held on the first day of sufficient wind on either the 17/18 January 2009 or the holdover weekend 31/1 February 2009.

OXBOW Kitesurfing Challenge : Friday 19 - Sunday 21 December 2008

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 04:24:18 GMT

The OXBOW Kitesurfing Challenge will take place at Big Bay, South Africa from Friday 19 December - Sunday 21 December 2008. Be sure not to miss out on this event.

Off the lip: Ralf Bachschuster talks

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 07:30:00 GMT

Ralf Bachschuster talks to us about waveriding, good manners, and growing the sport in SA.

Kitesurfing Wallpaper : Cabrinha Team Riders in Australia

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 00:00:01 GMT

A whole bunch of Cabrinha team riders tested the new range of kites in Australia. Here's a wallpaper from one of the photo shoots in OZ.

Janet Lightbody - An interview with GUST's leading lady

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:00:01 GMT

Role model, kitesurfer, publisher – I have long admired her gift of merging her talents in communication with her passion for kitesurfing. Her combination of natural beauty, and bountiful brains, make her someone I have been itching to get an interview with. Ladies and gentlemen, I present to you the first lady of GUST Magazine – Janet Lightbody.

Colin Heckroodt - Kitesurfing's 2010 dream

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:01 GMT

At 17 years old, Colin displays a dedication to the sport and a discipline in his training far beyond his years. With the right sponsorship - he hopes to compete on the PKRA in 2010. Youth like Colin are where the future of kiting lies, and we're behind him all the way!

Mauritius - how to do it on a budget

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 00:00:01 GMT

There are plenty of articles on Mauritius as a great kiting destination - but so many see it as so far out of their price range. Think again! I did it on a tight budget, and had a great time - take a look how.

Kate Lovemore - The Ultimate Kitesurfer's Girlfriend

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 00:00:01 GMT

Kate Lovemore - gorgeous girlfriend of Grant "Twig" Baker - shows just why I've labelled her the ultimate kite girlfriend in this interview -two of my favourite quotes “Don't try and tame a man of the ocean...its not going to happen.” Followed closely by, “The outdoors are great. Way better than vegging on the couch or spending money in the shopping centres.” Read on guys, and prepare to be mesmerized!

Nick Jacobson Video : Jumpin' roads and more

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 01:03:05 GMT

Crazy Dane and regular visitor to South Africa, Nick Jacobson, jumps some roads along with a whole bunch of mental moves in this clip.

An Interview with Ken Winner

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 04:45:01 GMT

Ken Winner, the legendary kite designer for North Kiteboarding, discusses kite design, keeping up with the times, and windsurfing with Robby Naish.

Aaron Hadlow wins Teri Kitesurf Pro

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Aaron Hadlow shows why he is 5 x world champ at the Teri kitesurf pro, in New Caledonia

An interview with Grant 'Twig' Baker

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 06:58:00 GMT

Big-wave surfing superstar and kiting inspiration Grant 'Twig' Baker - talks kiting, surfing, nicknames, and big waves - Favourite quote of the interview? ""It’s all kiting and it’s all amazing!!" We agree!

Hawaii Kite Crossing - the video

Tue, 04 Nov 2008 03:55:00 GMT

Its midweek, and your office walls are closing in on you. To help ease the pain check out Paul Franco's movie of the Hawaii Kite Crossing '08 featured on ikiteboarding earlier this year.

Action pics from the South Coast Surf Carnival

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 02:59:37 GMT

A selection of pictures that capture the awesome level of wave riding at this years KZN South Coast Surf Carnival.

Craig Chrystal clinches South Coast Surf Carnival title

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 00:58:00 GMT

The sixth annual South Coast Surf Carnival took place at Scottburgh beach on the KZN South Coast this weekend, and the wind and waves combined for a memorable kiting waveriding event.

Imagine this in your Christmas stocking!

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 00:25:00 GMT

If you’ve been good all year, ask Santa to spoil you with the ultimate mid year break, a trip to one of Ben Wilson’s Wave Camps. The Accelerator Wave Camp is held in Bali, and there are two running next year.

Polish kiter jumps off bridge

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 06:15:00 GMT

The Polish adrenalin junkies from www.exsports.info sent us this link to a crazy bridge jump - check out the pics!

KZN South Coast Surf Carnival - bring on the swell!

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 02:20:00 GMT

The South Coast Surf Carnival is just two days away – and it looks to be an action packed event – day and night – just the way we like it!

Win a Mystic Firestarter Harness

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 05:58:23 GMT

We are giving away the top of the line Mystic harness : The Mystic Firestarter. All you have to do to stand a chance of winning one of these, is tell us how you started kitesurfing.

Go on then, win yourself a Mystic Firestarter.

Kathryn Clarke-Mcleod finishes in 1st place at Sodwana Kiteboarding Festival

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 05:50:56 GMT

A big congratulations goes out to Kathryn Clarke-Mcleod (iKiteboarding.com's editor), who finished in first place of the ladies division of the recently held Sodwana Kiteboarding Festival that took place between the 23rd and 26th of October 2008.

Calypso Kiteboarding Event - Langebaan : 14th to 16th November 2008

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 22:58:30 GMT

The 2008 Calypso Kiteboarding Event is going to be a festival this year, with loads of markets and more happening.
Be sure tnot to miss out on this years' event.

Sodwana Festival - its a wrap!

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 12:57:00 GMT

The results, a summary of the fun, and some pics from the days activities and the nights antics. Take a look at how the Sodwana Kite Festival blew us all away!

Sodwana - Rain can't dampen our spirits!

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT

Updates and pics from the Sodwana Kite festival, underway in Northern KZN.

Day one - Sodwana Festival

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 10:00:00 GMT

Live update from the Sodwana Festival in northern KZN, South Africa, read more on the progress of the event where kiters party as hard as they ride!

Sjoukje Bredenkamp Video Interview

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:02 GMT

Here's a video clip from Peter Petersen, who interviewed Sjoukje during the recent speed challenge where she improved her own women’s outright speed sailing world from 42.35 knots by almost three knots, to 45.20 knots.

2009 Triple-S Invitational Announcement

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 00:00:01 GMT

2009 marks the 4th year of the Triple-S Invitational, scheduled for May 30th to June 5th 2009. After three extremely successful Triple-S events, this has become a highly anticipated event on the pro kiteboarding calendar.

Sodwana Steams Ahead

Wed, 22 Oct 2008 04:34:13 GMT

The final schedule of events for the Sodwana festival, taking place from October 23 to 26 in Northern KZN, has been released - take a look.

Video : The Delta with the Richman Brothers

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:46:21 GMT

Here's some pretty smooth flat water action from the Richman brothers in the US.

Interview with Toby Braeuer from Kiteforum.com

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:00:01 GMT

In the first of a series of interviews with the owners of top kiteboarding websites, we start out with Toby Braeuer, the owner kiteforum.com - the biggest kiteboarding forum on the internet.

Six Reasons to enter the South Coast Surf Carnival

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 00:01:00 GMT

The sixth annual South Coast Surf Carnival is coming up on November 1 and 2, in KZN. Here’s 'six of the best' reasons why you shouldn’t miss out!

5 Things Tyler Durden Can Teach You About Kiteboarding

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 00:00:01 GMT

Who would have thought that Tyler Durden from Fight Club's many sayings had anything to do with kiteboarding? Well, it turns out he's got 5 rules for kiteboarders.

SMACK your eyes on this

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:00:03 GMT

SMACK – The Ben Wilson Wave Riding Instructional DVD – is a worthy addition to any kiting dvd collection. Its raw edgy style, practical advice, riveting wave riding visuals and energetic soundtrack combine to make it almost as good as a perfect days kiting, almost..

Sign up for Sodwana!

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 00:00:02 GMT

Two weeks and counting until the annual Sodwana Kite Festival. Anyone who hasn’t signed up should do so now, as the event promises to live up to its reputation for insane kiting, and off-the-hook evenings!