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Mar 10, 2010, Kiteboarding-Oman, Masirah Island and Sawadi Beach , Sultanate of OmanAs VDWS certificated Kite centre, our competences are Kiteboarding lessons for beginners and advanced riders. In addition we offer kite rental and Kite Feb 20, 2010, Turkey kiteboardingYou're going to love Turkey kiteboarding. The hidden gem that's never been too far for Europe. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Turkey kiteboarding " Feb 18, 2010, Nearly 8000 Km of Brasilian coast line has more to offerHi there. The northeast is with no Doubt the best place in Brasil from June to january/February(Depends how was the last rainy season) Defenetly the strongest Permalink -- click for full blog post "Nearly 8000 Km of Brasilian coast line has more to offer" Feb 8, 2010, Spirit of Squamish Kiteboarding
After the shoot I did for Squamish last summer, the short Video clip came out recently promoting the kiteboarding potential and the tourist attraction of Squamish.
Jan 31, 2010, 15 Knots Kiteboarding School15 Knots Kiteboarding School offers Kiteboarding Courses and Holiday Packages. The school is located in beautiful and sunny San Juan, Puerto Rico at the Permalink -- click for full blog post "15 Knots Kiteboarding School" Jan 20, 2010, used 2008 Liquid Force Havoc with Bar-250USD$2008 6m. Liquid Force Havoc (bar+lines+bag+pump) 250USD$ 2008 8m. Liquid Force Havoc (bar+lines+bag+pump) 300USD$ 2008 10m. Liquid Force Havoc Permalink -- click for full blog post "used 2008 Liquid Force Havoc with Bar-250USD$" Jan 14, 2010, Lou Wainman rippingCall this dude whatever you like he still rips!
Jan 4, 2010, Snowkiter lofted over 100m into air.With the snowkiting season now in full swing, this snowkiter being lofted any where between 100 and 300 metres into the air (1000 feet) and surviving a heavy landing, reminds us of the potential dangers of snow kiting in the mountains. Get out there and rip it up - just be aware of what mountains, obstacles and unstable weather conditions do to wind.
Here's the classic one of Eric Eck being lofted in Maui where it starts with the interview with crazy kiter Top Hat.
Dec 10, 2009, Windsurf /Kiteboard School and Rental ManagerWe are interested in starting a kite and windsurf school on a remote island in Nicaragua's Caribbean. We already have several successful businesses Permalink -- click for full blog post "Windsurf /Kiteboard School and Rental Manager" Dec 8, 2009, Learning in La VantanaGreat place to learn! The bay is great, no worries about thinking you will go far off shore. The way the wind blows in the bay..it will always blow Permalink -- click for full blog post "Learning in La Vantana" Nov 29, 2009, Casa Blanca HotelSituated close to the beach in Cabarete, the Casa Blanca Hotel is the perfect kiters place to stay, Try this hotel for your next stay in Cabarete. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Casa Blanca Hotel" Nov 6, 2009, Aruba Kitesurfing - another Caribbean kiteboarding hotspotAruba Kitesurfing : a kiteboading destination in the Caribbean not to be missed Permalink -- click for full blog post "Aruba Kitesurfing - another Caribbean kiteboarding hotspot" Nov 3, 2009, Tofino Kitesurfing- BC's Winter Wave Gem.Tofino Kitesurfing. Local BC kiter, Kyle Touhey gives this great run down of winter kiteboarding in Tofino Permalink -- click for full blog post "Tofino Kitesurfing- BC's Winter Wave Gem." Oct 31, 2009, Naish Cults for Sale: '08 -'092009 6m Cult, (bar, lines, bag) - Can$650 2008 7.5m Cult, (bar, lines, bag) - Can$600 2007 9m Boxer (bar, lines, bag) - Can$350 These are all in Permalink -- click for full blog post "Naish Cults for Sale: '08 -'09" Oct 26, 2009, Eddie Langsink - Humungus jumpus!Estimated between 65 and 75 feet in the air, another Dutch kiter riding the storm winds and getting high!
Oct 20, 2009, Luderitz Speed Challenge 2009Having travelled along the desert coast of Namibia and experienced the unbelievable winds, I have to mentions this speed challenge. This is ultimate speed! From Rafael one of the event organizers: The Lüderitz Speed Challenge 2009 will be getting underway in less than two week and it's going to be awesome! Throughout the month of November kiteboarders will be attempting to break world speed sailing records in Lüderitz, Namibia. Last year three competitors broke the 50 knot barrier. This year we're trying to break 100kph. Most of the top riders from last year are back (Alex Caizergues, Catman, Rob Douglas, Sjoukje Bredenkamp), along with a many new faces.We will be posting news updates and pictures on our website www.luderitz-speed.com. For more info drop us a line at info@luderitz-speed.com. This year it will be kitesurfers competing, the windsurfers did not find the speed strip that suitable in 2008 — but there is a very promising area in the big bay which will be tested, so windsurfing fans, stay tuned. Hope to see you online — or there in Luderitz!
Oct 19, 2009, 2008 Ocean Rodeo Rise 8m with Bar - $575 USGreat condition 2008 8m Ocean Rodeo kite and bar, also includes bag. Orange in colour - no rips or tears with lots and lots of life left!! This is a Permalink -- click for full blog post "2008 Ocean Rodeo Rise 8m with Bar - $575 US" Oct 14, 2009, Venezuela KitesurfingVenezuela Kitesurfing reveals the hidden gems of the Carribbean - find these lesser known islands on your next trip. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Venezuela Kitesurfing" Oct 14, 2009, Barbados KitesurfingThe wind and waves of Barbados kitesurfing Permalink -- click for full blog post "Barbados Kitesurfing" Oct 14, 2009, Caribbean KitesurfingInfinite options with Caribbean Kitesurfing will have you coming back again and again... planning a trip, check out this great selection of Island Research Permalink -- click for full blog post "Caribbean Kitesurfing" Oct 5, 2009, Instructors in Turkey from June 2010We are looking for instructors (boys-girls) who will be working for our schools in Turkey from June 2010. (cesme pirlanta beach - cesme alacati) Pls Permalink -- click for full blog post "Instructors in Turkey from June 2010" Oct 5, 2009, Sam LightSam Light: out of the Shadows. Check out this young kiter I got with chat to in Maui, making his name in the international kiteboarding arena. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Sam Light" Oct 1, 2009, Lenten Kiteloop InsanityThis is Ruben Len10 going HUGE!!Back in his home country in 40knot winds,solid swells and Ruben is out there pulling the biggest craziest kiteloops you will EVER see in kiteboarding!! Lenten Storm chasing...
Sep 17, 2009, OR Predator 2 Drysuit ReviewI both kite and surf on the Canadian West Coast. I have done most of my surfing in relatively warm waters of South Africa. Typically the thickest Permalink -- click for full blog post "OR Predator 2 Drysuit Review" Sep 8, 2009, Kitesurfing Instructor in Thailand WantedIt involves teaching and helping out with basic things at a kitesurfing school ie at the end of the day the cleaning of the equipment used and if Permalink -- click for full blog post "Kitesurfing Instructor in Thailand Wanted" Sep 6, 2009, Watersport job wantedMy name is Martins, 24 year young man from European Union. Kiteboarding 2 years, have teached about 20 people to kite. Looking for job in watersports Permalink -- click for full blog post "Watersport job wanted" Aug 28, 2009, Wainman HawaiiJust got the chance to fly the Wainman Hawaii Rabbit Kite - the 9m Smoke.
What a great kite! Really smooth and powerful and full of boost. I only flew this kite for an hour or so but after just 10 minutes really felt comfortable on it. I unhooked and pulled a few raileys but in the lighter wind never got the full feel - so would like to go back on a bit more wind to really get it dialed; but for a four line with low aspect ratio it trimmed and flew very well unhooked - some kites can back fly when unhooked. The relaunch has to be mentioned - you won't believe how easy this kite relaunched - experiencing is believing. The bar looks really nicely put together - simplicity, style, safety and comfort have all gone into this bar and four line kite. More on this kite and hopefully some photos coming soon. Try one out - this kite rocks! Aug 20, 2009, Walk-on-waterThis shot was taken by a local photographer here in Squamish. Jim Hegan has been taking photos of kiters at the Spit for quite a while now. This gem is definitely worth an extra look. 'Jesus..ah..Bob...walking on water'  Aug 12, 2009, Training to become IKO instructor. Sept 18th to 24th - Rodrigues islandEarning a living from your passion is definitely a must and that is what we propose you with this course. IKO certification is recognized worldwide Aug 12, 2009, Summer jobs up for grabs in Cape Town- Sales in Long Ocean factory kiteshop (Cape Town/Milnerton); - Kitesurfing instructor in Ozone/Surfstore Kiteschool (Cape Town/Muizenberg); - Permalink -- click for full blog post "Summer jobs up for grabs in Cape Town" Aug 12, 2009, used 2009 KGB Comrade board - US$2852009 KGB Comrade kiteboard - US$285. Board size: 139cm x 40 cm. Complete with the following: - 4 KGB 2.5 fins; - 2 KGB adjustable foot straps; - Permalink -- click for full blog post "used 2009 KGB Comrade board - US$285" Aug 11, 2009, Training in South AfricaBecome a qualified IKO Kite Boarding Instructor with the Cape Sports Center in South Africa. Courses start 12th and 19th of October. For more info Permalink -- click for full blog post "Training in South Africa" Aug 8, 2009, Travel Tips: DKB's Best Tips for Kiteboarding Travelers
Get DKB's "Best Travel Tips for Kiteboarders". Sign up for my newsletter to get the free download. Aug 8, 2009, Tourism Squamish Kiteboarding Film ShootCheck out my recent water shoot with tourism Squamish as they hired a production company to do some filming for the kiteboarding video they are putting together to promote outdoor sports and kiteboarding to nearby Vancouver, Whistler and the rest of Canada. It was a great couple days both in and out the water: click here for more cool shots and a run down of how it went.
 Aug 6, 2009, Kiteboarding School of Maui,Find great kiteboarding travel packages with Kiteboarding school of Maui KSM Permalink -- click for full blog post "Kiteboarding School of Maui," Aug 4, 2009, Kite Instructor Boracay Island PhilippinesWe are looking for qualified IKO instructor on Boracay Island, Philippines. The position is from the beginning of November 2009 until end of march Permalink -- click for full blog post "Kite Instructor Boracay Island Philippines" Jul 30, 2009, John Zimmerman: Ocean RodeoMeet John Zimmerman at Ocean Rodeo: The Marketing and Sales Manager Permalink -- click for full blog post "John Zimmerman: Ocean Rodeo" Jul 28, 2009, Kite Instructor Baja MexicoCertified Kite Instructor for kite surfing resort in Baja, Mexico. Season starts Nov 2009 to April 2010. Should be experienced and self motivated. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Kite Instructor Baja Mexico" Jul 13, 2009, Kiteboarding Instructor - Hatteras Island, NCKitty Hawk Kites Kiteboarding Resort is hiring kiteboarding instructors for the Fall 2009 season and for the 2010 season. Kitty Hawk Kites Permalink -- click for full blog post "Kiteboarding Instructor - Hatteras Island, NC" Jul 8, 2009, Windy Kiteboarding MonthsThis page lists the best and windy kiteboarding months at destinations around the world. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Windy Kiteboarding Months" Jul 3, 2009, SUP on this!A stand up paddleboarder -SUP was recently taken out by a runaway jetski in Australia. For those who missed this, it's unclear on the full details, but it seems a coast guard's 'personal water craft' got the better of him as he negotiated the surf on the Gold Coast. The PWC then set off on a mission. But instead of heading for the one of the many great surf breaks it headed direct for the SUP pro named 'Dave' - mercilessly ploughing him down. Divine intervention or a freak accident we'll leave that to your take on SUP'ing. Dave did end up in hospital with a broken leg and full 'respect' for PWC's without drivers!
Jul 1, 2009, Kiteboarding SpainKiteboarding Spain is kiteboarding Tarifa - the biggest kiteboarding destination in Europe - check out this funky holiday town and all it has to offer kiteboarders and travellers who visit it... Permalink -- click for full blog post "Kiteboarding Spain" Jun 29, 2009, The Butterfly Effect: Hood River, Or. & Germany
Here's a note from the 2 girls I interviewed in Maui, Tatiana and Juliana about their upcoming events at the end of this week July 2nd and 4th. Hi all! Just wanted to give you heads up on the upcoming Butterfly Effect Hood River (Oregon). We are going to have a downwinder on the gorge! Meet at 10:00AM at Big Winds surf store THURSDAY JULY 2ND. Hope to see you all there! Thanks for all the support, Tatiana and Juliana P.S. If you are on the other side of the world don't forget about THE BUTTERFLY EFFECT GERMANY! That event will be held on JULY 4th! Any questions please feel free to contact us. :) www.tatianahoward.com Jun 25, 2009, Hood River - Windfest June 27-28After just making a week's trip down to HR and the Gorge, thought I'd put out the reminder about Columbia Gorge Windsurfing Association Windfest on this weekend - June 27 and 28. Should be a good party on Event Site beach with bands playing and an auction happening - you might see some kiters around too! Good times in Hood River! Jun 17, 2009, Kiteboarding Europe - all year kitingKiteboarding Europe offers a great variety of spots in beautiful countries and different cultures. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Kiteboarding Europe - all year kiting" Jun 16, 2009, GusTY winds kiteboarding in Squamish
Well up here in Squamish we have been having some really good kitesurfing. Solid windy days - generally windier than the average, smooth 18 - 20knots we experience in perfect thermals of Squamish. It has been cranking through in the 25 to 30knots - dense sea-level winds. Here's yesterdays windgraph - is it up or down...?! Maybe Neptune out there in the Pacific is brewing up a storm - either way someones pissed about something!
 Jun 9, 2009, Ben Wilson MovieBen Wilson has a new movie out soon - Coming Together. Its a kitesurfing full on ride - waves made for really getting barreled is what he is after and even this short trailer takes us inside with Ben.
Jun 4, 2009, REAL Peru Kiteboarding TripAre you interested in going on the REAL PERU kiteboarding TRIP in August. It's the 1st thru 10th. Some friends are not able to make the trip they have booked - if you'd like to get this great kitesurfing trip at at a great deal, take a read of this. Llew and I booked the trip a few months ago, and we secured an oceanfront villa for the two of us. This trip retails for over $5000USD. but I will sell you ours for $4000USD. Unfortunately we are unable to make it due to a job offer. The $4000 is the total price for 2 people (so $2000 each), for the two of you in your very own oceanfront villa.
The $4000 includes : It looks like an epic trip organised by Real kiteboarding, with great weather, surf, location, etc... sure wish we could make it!!!
If you're interested in this killer deal, please email Kristy Jun 2, 2009, Jon Malmberg - Naish Designer and adrenaline JunkieKiteboarding Life's feature is on Jon Malmberg, 'Bam Bam'... living the life on Maui as a design engineer for Naish International. Permalink -- click for full blog post "Jon Malmberg - Naish Designer and adrenaline Junkie"
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