Aaron Hadlow

Aaron Hadlow

Pro Rider

2 months ago

In this engaging conversation, Aaron Hadlow reflects on his extensive career in kiteboarding, discussing his early experiences, competitive journey, and the evolution of the sport....

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2 months ago

Join Aaron Hadlow and Lewis Crathern for an exclusive 10-day kiteboarding trip to Cape Town with KiteBase UK. Ride from your beachfront villa, watch Red...

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5 months ago

5x World Champion and Harlem’s product designer, Aaron Hadlow, takes you on a deep-dive ride through the all-rounder Harlem Thrive and the Big Air beast,...

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1 month ago

The new Harlem Hadlow Decent, a freestyle weapon. Introducing the new Harlem Hadlow Descent — the freestyle board built for power, precision, and progression. Designed...

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1 month ago

'Freestyle has been at the heart of my sucess' Arron Hadlow talks about what went into creating this freestyle weapon. In this short video, @AaronHadlow...

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2 months ago

Long Live Freestyle Shaped by legacy. Refined by innovation. Built for pure freestyle. This is the Harlem Hadlow Pro — a no-compromise 5-line C-kite designed...

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2 months ago

In this engaging conversation, Aaron Hadlow reflects on his extensive career in kiteboarding, discussing his early experiences, competitive journey, and the evolution of the sport....

288
2 months ago

Join Aaron Hadlow and Lewis Crathern for an exclusive 10-day kiteboarding trip to Cape Town with KiteBase UK. Ride from your beachfront villa, watch Red...

408
3 months ago

Aaron Hadlow takes the Harlem Launch and Harlem Ascent twintip boards for a test ride in Greece. In this episode of The Tech Room, Aaron...

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3 months ago

The Battle for the Lake returned to Achill Island on Ireland’s wild west coast, bringing some of the craziest kiteboarding of the season. Tom Court...

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5 months ago

5x World Champion and Harlem’s product designer, Aaron Hadlow, takes you on a deep-dive ride through the all-rounder Harlem Thrive and the Big Air beast,...

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5 months ago

Aaron Hadlow drops a short line action edit, with clips on 8 to 15m lines. Shot mostly in Cape Town, with a few from Gran...

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6 months ago

Chasing a promising forecast, Aaron Hadlow took a spontaneous trip to Tarifa pre Full Power Tarifa to train at Balneario. Did it deliver? Watch a...

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7 months ago

Back in March, Aaron Hadlow set his sights on Macassar Beach near Cape Town with one mission: to break the world height record. With a...

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7 months ago

Introducing the new Harlem Ascent twintip board! Designed by Ralf Groesel and Aaron Hadlow, the Ascent is built for riders chasing height, breaking records, and...

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Issue 113

Few names in kiteboarding command the same respect as Aaron Hadlow. A five-time World Champion, two-time King of the Air winner, and one of the sport’s defining figures, Aaron has been part of kiteboarding’s story since the very beginning. Over the years, Rou Chater and he have crossed paths at beaches, competitions, and photoshoots all over the world, and his passion for the sport has never faded. In this feature, we rewind to where it all began: from those early Cornish days to the world stage, tracing the evolution of a rider who helped shape modern kiteboarding.

2 months ago
Issue 112

In this IKSURFMAG feature, we explore how Brainchild Manufacturing grew from a 1,000 m² workshop in North Macedonia to one of kite and wing production’s most innovative forces in just two years. From stitch-free ProWeld technology to digital printing, they now produce kites for Reedin, F-ONE, Harlem, and Juniqua and with a new 3,000 m² facility coming soon, Ralf Grösel is set to push innovation even further. Find out more here!

4 months ago
Issue 112

Grab the snacks, this issue’s Movie Night lineup is all about going bigger, braver, and a little bit crazier! From Aaron Hadlow chasing the world height record to Kai Lenny riding a wakeboard at Jaws, gear safety debates, and Ben Beholz looping a 15m like it’s a toy; these movies are unmissable!

4 months ago
Issue 111

Jen Tyler chats with Aaron Hadlow about Harlem’s newest releases the PEAK kite and ASCENT twin tip. Built in collaboration with Ralf Grösel, the gear blends performance, comfort, and sustainability. Aaron shares what sets these designs apart and why they’re built to help riders push their limits. Read all about it here!

6 months ago
Issue 109

In this Tech Focus, Aaron takes us behind the scenes of the Launch, sharing insights into the design process, the collaboration with Ralf Grosel, and how this board is set to redefine performance for riders of all levels. From stormy 27.5m jumps to smooth, controlled carves, the Launch is engineered for versatility, comfort, and confidence. Aaron tells us all about it!

11 months ago
Issue 108

Kiteboarding might be a young sport, but its history is packed with unforgettable moments. This year’s Red Bull King of the Air wasn’t just about going extreme —it was also a chance to reflect on where the sport started and how far it’s come. Rou Chater, who’s been in the game for 25 years, shares his unique take on KOTA’s evolution, from its roots in Maui to the groundbreaking inclusion of a women’s division this year. Get ready for a deep dive into the event’s history, the highs and lows, and what makes it such a massive part of the kiteboarding culture.

1 year ago
Issue 104

Kelly Slater, Ricky Carmichael and Michael Jordan are all considered The Greatest Of All Time in their respective sports, but who is the GOAT in kiteboarding? Click here to find out; some of the names might surprise you!

2 years ago
Issue 103

With big air kiteboarding reaching ultimate highs, one segment of the sport is all about reaching new lows. Short line big air has launched onto the scene as one of the most exciting and extreme categories of kiting. Is it the future? In this article, we take a look at the state of modern big air and connect with short line pros and industry insiders to offer some insights into the Short Line Revolution!

2 years ago
Issue 103

Treat your eyes to some tasty kiteboarding imagery! Lightroom is where we showcase some of the best images we receive each issue… check it out!

2 years ago
Issue 101

They say a picture is worth 1,000 words, which means these pictures are worth 10,000! Check out 10 epic images that will transport you to windy paradises around the world in Lightroom Issue #101!

2 years ago
Issue 99

Catch the top movies from the past two months right here in one handy place! From informative to entertaining, Movie Night has got it all!

3 years ago
Issue 96

We're watching a new kiteboarding reality unfold, and it's getting wilder by the minute! After some major upsets at the recent King of the Air, Editor Crystal Veness takes a look at what's changed and what’s coming next. In this feature article, she interviews athletes young and old(er) to get their perspectives on the new world of professional kiteboarding.

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Posts we shared on our Facebook Page over the last 2 months

The new Harlem Hadlow Decent, a freestyle weapon. Introducing the new Harlem Hadlow Descent — the freestyle board built for power, precision, and progression. Designed and tested by Aaron Hadlow and Ralf Groesel, the Descent is made for riders chasing…

1 month ago

'Freestyle has been at the heart of my sucess' Arron Hadlow talks about what went into creating this freestyle weapon. In this short video, @AaronHadlow explains what went into creating the ultimate freestyle kite. More info at:nn @Aaron Hadlow @Harlem…

1 month ago

Long Live Freestyle Shaped by legacy. Refined by innovation. Built for pure freestyle. This is the Harlem Hadlow Pro — a no-compromise 5-line C-kite designed by Ralf Groesel and Aaron Hadlow to honor Hadlow’s freestyle roots and push the discipline…

2 months ago

In this engaging conversation, Aaron Hadlow reflects on his extensive career in kiteboarding, discussing his early experiences, competitive journey, and the evolution of the sport. He shares insights into the challenges of maintaining dominance in competitions, the transition to big…

2 months ago

Posts we shared on our Instagram Page over the last 2 months

@aaronhadlow talks freestyle and gives us an insight to the new Hadlow Pro range of kites and boards that he as created with @harlemkitesurfing on the latest episode of @thekitepod check it out! nnLink in Bio!nn#Kiteboard #kitesurfing #kite #kitesurf #kiteboarding…

2 months ago

Issue 113 is here! nn@rouchater opens the issue with a heartfelt editorial on how the magazine has evolved alongside the sport and why community support will help keep independent kite media alive. We honour the life and energy of @grahamhowes…

2 months ago

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