Like most great ideas, the idea to cross the Strait of Gibraltar came up while having a beer with some friends. Besides being the second most frequented shipping lane in the world, the strait hosts strong currents and rapidly changing wind conditions. Geographically, the Strait of Gibraltar connects the Atlantic Ocean to the Mediterranean Sea, …
For all our German SUP fans out there — check out the new teaser for the upcoming Boot Show, happening in Duesseldorf in January: http://www.werbesalon.de/SUP
October 9th was a big day for Chia, on the southwest cape of Sardinia. It was the last stop of the Italian Racing SUP Championship. Due to unfavorable weather conditions, a point-to-point downwind race course was set up. Big waves and high winds made the course difficult, and many riders decided not to race. The …
The second stop of the Primi Naish SUP Race Series visited Simonstown, South Africa on the 17th of October. Calm seas and zero wind made perfect conditions for the 18 competitors racing the 6 km course. Andreas v B had the lead, but in the end he finished a respectable 2nd (Naish Glide 14’0” Javelin). …
The Momentum offers absolute versatility thanks to smooth edging, balanced power, easy control, consistent planing and limitless performance potential. Introduced last year, the Momentum has already become the most sought after range. While the Momentum was initially built with the wakestyle rider in mind, it has also taken its place in the market as a …
Sam Light is on fire! Check him out on the newest cover of Kitesurf Magazine France. Sam has also recently launched his own website. Besides featuring videos, a photo gallery and coaching information, Sam is holding a video contest for groms under 16 to showcase their enthusiasm and dedication to the sport. The winner will …
Check out the latest issues of The Kiteboarder and Kiteboarding Germany to see Rick Jensen killing it in the Gorge.
View the teaser to Betty Does America, a two-part short story about Rick Jensen and Sam Light, road tripping from Hood River down the west coast of the USA, and ending in Vegas. Pushin’ the boundaries of kiteboarding! http://vimeo.com/channels/141050
Flo Daubos has made his way to West Oz for University. This place has the added bonus of being one of the premier riding areas in the world. His take on it: The sessions are absolutely great. Went to few different places which were maybe just the best kite spots I have ever ridden.” Follow …
Reo Stevens has been busy in Indo this summer. Take a look at his latest video: http://www.vimeo.com/15655584
Ian Alldredge is always good for a little wave mayhem. Go to The Dredge Zone to see for yourself: http://www.thedredgezone.com
Another good example of the benefits of stand-up paddleboarding: a German women’s fencing team has dedicated a week of their winter training to SUP -cross training on stand-up boards, for balance and core training.
Stand-up paddleboarding, yoga and stretching were just a few things on the agenda for those who attended the SUP Days for Girls event in Anfi del Mar, Gran Canaria recently. The images from the day speak for themselves — everyone had a blast! Next up: another girls event, on the beach of Las Canteras, Gran …
Watergate Bay, Cornwall will be the site of the final SUP showdown of the year, the weekend of October 16th and 17th. With no wave competitions this year, Watergate Bay will see the best wave paddleboarders going all out for fame and glory — as well as a chance to become the 2010 BSUPA National …
The 2010 Rip Curl SUP Challenge ended with a big finale event, in Berlin on September 25th. The Tour had a total of 101 participants, distributed over six tour stops — Germany’s largest stand-up paddle tour event. The 2010 Rip Curl SUP Challenge created a link between pros and amateurs in this still young trend …
The first SUP Challenge in Greece will take place on October 23rd and 24th, in Athens (Loutsa). The event will start with a downwind race, a sprint and a multiple lap relay, and will end with an Indoboard contest, free competitor’s buffet and a beach party. Naish Greece will be there, presenting the 2011 SUP …
A gorgeous day greeted the paddlers of the 22-mile Fall Classic at Lake Tahoe. The start was at 8 am — with sunshine, warm weather and no wind. Jenny Kalmbach, Naish’s top woman racer, started out in 5th place overall and stayed in that position for most of the race. As she entered the last …
The Hayling Island Park Jam is set for the weekend of October 2nd and 3rd, on HI (Hayling Island) in the UK. Sam Light and the HKA will showcase the best of wake-style and park riding. New obstacles are under construction and on their way to the event site. Riders will be drawn into a …
The Spartivento Challenge, presented by Chia Wind Club, will take place at a beach known as “Chia.” There will be two disciplines for the Kiteboarding FISN Cup 2010: racing and wave. Racing will be held October 8th-10th. The waiting period for the wave event will be from October 10th — November 3rd. Registration fee: €40 …
The Austrian Kiteboarding Championships have successfully been concluded. The kiteboarding competitions were held on Lake Neusiedl. The weather conditions were not perfect, but the organization and the athletes did their very best to reach final standings. Congratulations to Naish team rider Martin Bretschneider, who scored second place in the Kitesurf Freestyle Master division.
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Check out all the new gear offered for 2011. Catch up with the latest news and see rider’s profiles — all in one place: http://www.naishkites.com
Kevin Langeree was optimistic that physical therapy and rest would be enough to stabilize his knee. Looks like that was a bit too optimistic. Kevin will be going under the knife shortly to repair the damage. We wish Kevin a speedy recovery!
Check out all the Maui north shore action — live! Zoom in or out on Ho’okipa and Lanes, use the tilt and pan features to watch the stars get worked on the rocks, waste the boss’ time: http://www.mamasbeachcam.com