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ION Products Amaze Core 4/3 Front Zip Wetsuit Women
When I first unboxed ION’s Amaze CORE 4/3 Front Zip, the very first thing I noticed was how incredibly soft it felt. It did not have that stiff, rubbery feel you sometimes get with thicker wetsuits. The colour immediately stood out too. The purple and lime green combo is bright, bold, and definitely a standout on the beach. What I...
ION Products Seek Core 4/3 Front Zip Wetsuit Men
The ION Seek Core 4/3 Front Zip is a reliable, flexible wetsuit that delivers warmth, comfort, and performance at a really fair price. Unboxing the wetsuit, I was surprised at how soft it was. Built entirely neoprene-free, it uses natural rubber sourced from oyster shell powder, soybean oil, and eco-carbon black, making it a genuinely sustainable choice without compromising on...
ION Products Seek Select Front Zip
The Seek Select 4/3 Front Zip sits right at the top of the ION wetsuit range, bringing flagship materials and construction to offer a lighter, more flexible suit. This is the suit you reach for when winter starts to loosen its grip, but the water is still far from warm. Designed for spring and autumn sessions, it carries over the...
ION Products Seek Select Hood Front Zip
The Seek Select 5.5/4.5 Hood Front Zip sits right at the top of the ION wetsuit range, and it feels every bit the flagship model the moment you put it on. This is a premium cold water suit. The recycled inner jersey adds some welcome eco credentials, while the generous graphene warmth lining runs through the legs, chest and back,...
ION Products Spectre Kite Harness
The Spectre Kite Harness for men represents a significant advancement in harness technology, showcasing ION's commitment to innovation and performance. This next-generation harness is designed with the serious rider in mind, offering features that cater to both comfort and competitive edge. One of the standout features of the Spectre harness is its fully carbon shell, ION's first of its kind....
ION Products Amaze Amp 5/4 Front Zip
I recently received the ION Amaze Amp 5/4 Front Zip wetsuit, and what better time to test it than during Storm Darragh! As a long-time fan of ION wetsuits, I was excited to try their latest model. What immediately stood out was the wetsuit’s Max_Flex outer lining, offering 30% more stretch compared to standard materials. I couldn’t even understand how...
ION Products Amaze Amp Hot Shorty 2.0 LS Front Zip
I’ve been riding in Soma Bay, Egypt, where it’s been a solid 30°C every day. I needed something light, comfortable, and protective that wouldn’t leave me roasting or covered in odd tan lines. When I heard I was testing ION’s Amaze Amp Hot Shorty 2.0 LS, I knew it would be exactly what I was looking for. This long-sleeve shorty...
ION Products Nova Kite Harness
Having loved my first ION Nova harness in 2023, when I heard I was being sent the 2025 Nova to test, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it—and I have to say, it didn’t disappoint. Unboxing the harness, the Scarlet Red colour immediately caught my attention. It’s different from the usual tones you’d see on the beach, but...
ION Products Amaze Core 4/3 Front Zip
ION’s Amaze slogan this season is all about how it embodies women who always take their chances, express their style, and are fun and confident, and this suit couldn't be more suitable! When I first unpacked the ION package, my jaw dropped. The vibrant colourway is the most stand-out feature of the suit and is guaranteed to make heads turn...
ION Products Vector Vest Amp Front Zip
The Vector Vest Amp Front Zip by ION is a top-tier impact vest designed specifically for kiteboarders and wingsurfers who wear a harness. Constructed with a unique material blend and highly flexible materials, it prioritises safety and ensures comfort and freedom of movement. Strategically placed upper padding allows for ample space for harnesses without restricting mobility. The Vector Vest uses...
ION Products Amaze Amp Front Zip
Over the years, ION has maintained a sterling reputation in the kiteboarding industry, and I couldn't wait to test out the Amaze Amp Front Zip wetsuit for this issue of IKSURFMAG. As soon as I unboxed the wetsuit, it felt solid, but as soon as I put it on, the super stretchy material and front zip design made it easy...
ION Products Men Wetsuit Seek Select Front Zip
The Seek Select is the ultimate wetsuit for cold water sessions, providing unparalleled heat and stretch. It features Graphene lining, which is a highly effective heat conductor to keep you warm on the water. The Seek Select is made with the highest quality materials, and the range sits at the top of ION's lineup for warmth. The minimalistic panel design...
3 days ago
»And how did I get here? A bit by accident. I never really knew what I wanted to do. I just followed what felt right....
4 days ago
With the majestic coastlines of Cape Town as our background, we followed Maria Behrens to discover what drives and inspires her. One can easily see...
6 days ago
When the sun is at its strongest, reliable protection is essential. The Pro Series delivers dependable UPF 50+ protection and comes packed with smart features...
1 week ago
»The luxury of being able to kite on a Tuesday morning and then work another 8 hours on my computer - that flexibility is very...
2 weeks ago
»Kiteboarding is the best school I could have ever had. Over the years, through the travel, the people, the destinations… I learned that it's all...
2 weeks ago
Nothing beats this kind of sessions on those warmer days.! #waterwear #kitebrazil #kitefreestyle
2 weeks ago
Swim-suitung our way through summer!
3 weeks ago
Sun, sea and sessions all day long! #waterwear #kitesurfing #dakhla
3 weeks ago
Watching a work of art.
3 weeks ago
Summertime vibin...
4 weeks ago
Jump in for a lap with William Robert and see the trail from the best seat in the house. #IONBike #MTB #POV #BikePark #RideMore
4 weeks ago
Louis Reboul doing what he does best. Fast lines, smooth landings and a setup built to send. 🎥 @pierrehenni
Issue 115
For more than a decade, Matchu Lopes has been one of the defining figures in strapless kiteboarding. Alongside Airton Cozzolino and Mitu Monteiro, he helped turn a small Cape Verdean scene into a global movement, pushing surfboard riding to the very front of the sport. Now based on Boa Vista, where he runs a Duotone Pro Centre and spends more time at home, Matchu reflects on the journey that took him from a small island to the world stage, and why wave riding still means everything.
Issue 115
As we emerge from winter hibernation, the test team has had a few good days on the water. We’ve got the new ION Seek Select 4/3 on test, a great suit to keep you warm in the tween months either side of summer. Plus, we put two of Cabrinha's flagship kites to the test, the new Switchblade Apex and the Moto Apex!
Issue 114
From winning the Youth Big Air World Championship to taking on the world’s best in Brazil and Tarifa, at just 17, Finn Flügel is proving himself as one of the sport’s most versatile young riders. Jen Tyler caught up with Finn to talk progression, competition, and carrying both German and Egyptian roots onto the world stage.
Issue 114
The second edition of the GKA Kite World Tour Big Air Challenge in collaboration with WOO Sports delivered huge airtime and a stack of personal bests along the windy beaches of South Africa’s Western Cape from January 17 to 24, 2026. The event set a series of new records and highlighted the explosive growth of team-based big air competition in our sport.
Issue 114
In this issue, we take a closer look at the Ride Engine Air Box Mini Electric Pump, the ION Seek Select 5.5/4.5 Hood Front Zip 2026 and the Mystic Legacy Helmet. From smart inflation tech to premium cold water protection and low profile impact safety, this is a cross-section of gear designed to make your sessions easier, warmer and safer. Here is what stood out and what you need to know before investing.
Issue 113
Behind the Duotone brand is Philipp Becker, the brand’s Marketing and Communications Manager, who’s been part of the ride for 15 years. As the new gear hits stores, we caught up with him to chat about Young Blood, D/LAB, and how Duotone keeps pushing the sport forward.
Issue 113
For Issue 113 of IKSURFMAG, the team put the latest ION Amaze CORE 4/3 Front Zip womens wetsuit and the men's Seek CORE 4/3 Front Zip, Ozone’s latest Edge VT and Ozone Edge VT Ultra X, The Line Smith SK99 premium lines and Duotone’s Blur DLAB to the test during the UK spring sessions. Curious to know how they performed out on the water - click here!
Issue 112
Summer in the UK might usually mean light winds and foiling sessions, but when a massive storm rolled through recently, it lit up the beaches and highlighted just how extreme our sport has become. In this editorial, Rou Chater reflects on the rise of storm chasing, the influence of big air and apps, and why, above all, safety has to come first.
Issue 112
Beto Gómez’s journey from the Wayuu community in Cabo de la Vela to the world stage is nothing short of inspiring. In this interview, Jen Tyler chats with Beto about his roots, his rise in kiteboarding, and what it means to represent his tribe through the sport he loves.
Issue 111
In this issue, Rou Chater reflects on a tough start to the season, signs of industry recovery, and rediscovering his love for kite foiling. Could better times finally be on the horizon?
Issue 111
Should we be worried about the growth of wing foiling? Are lots of kiters making the switch? Is it going to take over kitesurfing? In this feature, Rou Chater dives into decades of water time to ask: Is kitesurfing being replaced, or is this just the latest wave in our sport’s evolution? Let’s find out!
Issue 111
This season, the IKSURFMAG test team put some of the latest Duotone and ION gear through its paces, including the ION Amaze Amp Hot Shorty, Duotone Whip 5’3, Neo 9m, and ION’s Women’s Nova Kite Harness 2025. Want to know how they performed? Find out more here!
8 months ago
Andrea takes on big bay. Tune in to hear the comparison from the 2025 Rebel D/Lab to the 2026 version! #duotonekiteboarding #redbull #truekiteboarding
2 years ago
Get ready for another weekend to remember at the Littlehampton Kite & Wing Demo Weekend, back for its 4th year at @thebeachlittlehampton! Join us on...
