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The CORE Air kite represents an impressive fusion of performance and versatility, tailored for kitesurfers of all skill levels. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, it…
View reviewThe CORE Air Pro is a kite that sets a new standard in lightwind performance, particularly appealing to those who refuse to settle for…
View reviewCORE Kiteboarding's Fusion 7 represents a significant evolution in the world of progressive freeride twintips, seamlessly blending high-performance features with impressive design. The latest…
View reviewThe CORE PACE kite is a remarkable addition to the kiteboarding landscape, showcasing both high performance and versatility across various riding styles. This well-engineered…
View reviewThe CORE Section 5 is a kite that exemplifies ultimate performance and unparalleled style in the world of kiteboarding. It is designed for those…
View reviewWith the 720 III, they are sending their bestseller into the next round – freshly equipped with significant improvements in terms of weight and…
View reviewThe compact Badger bridges the gap between the 720 and the Ripper. With a lot of volume in the nose and a fish tail,…
View reviewThe Fusion 6th generation from CORE is a bestselling twintip board that has been updated with the efficient Cartan 2 carbon fibre weave. This…
View reviewThe Green Room 3 is a performance surfboard in the CORE range, designed for experienced wave kiters seeking high speed and maximum control in…
View reviewThe Nexus 4 from CORE Kiteboarding is a three-strut, all-round kite aimed at the rider looking for a do-it-all kite with a penchant for…
View reviewThe Pace Pro is being hailed as a groundbreaking addition to CORE's impressive lineup of kites. It is explicitly designed for enthusiasts seeking ultimate…
View reviewOffering an exceptional ride for those seeking high performance in freeriding, big air, freestyle, and wave riding. The board design combines elements of a…
View reviewname a better office @gabrielmbenetton, @gringokite & @shahar_tsabary on the Pace, Brazil. 🎥 @madox.surf #ridecore #corekites #kitesurf #kitesurfing #kiteboarding #gokiting
Crystal clear waters and a session with your friends. What more could you want?
From land to lake in a second!
If you’re not crashing you’re not trying hard enough!
High risk high reward!
The duo you could watch all day long
Fusion 7 looking right at home!
Island hopping!
It doesn't always go to plan, but Steven sure knows how to style it out!
Chasing wind, finding everything else
Giel in Gran Canaria, this looks like the place to be!
Backmobe but keep it hooked in!
The dust has settled, and the Cape Doctor has gone back to rest. Day 1 of the 2023 Red Bull King of the Air is...
It's the news Big Air fans around the world have been waiting for... the list of riders who will compete in the upcoming 2022 Red...
Ever wondered how to nail the perfect kiteboarding shot on your action camera? Well, Matthias Larsen, a professional kitesurfer, model, and entrepreneur, is a master...
The results are in! The six winners of the Red Bull Megaloop Porsche Qualifier Series have been announced. Out of 18 qualitative video entries, these...
For the season's first stop, the GKA Freestyle World tour headed to Salinas Del Rey - Colombia. As one would expect, it was nothing short...
Steven Akkersdijk has been a fixture in the kiteboarding big air scene for nearly a decade, claiming several podiums in the Red Bull King of...
I remember first meeting Finn Flügel at Element Watersports, El Gouna. He had just started taking lessons and was processing at a shocking rate! Six...
If you are interested in big air kiteboarding, you certainly know the name of the young talented Pole, Janek Grzegorzewski. He is a phenomenal rider...
In Bremen, Northern Germany, the thermometer shows -7°C. This weekend, Germany's 10th largest city is not only caught in the web of the COVID pandemic...
It's the news we've all been waiting for... your riders for the Red Bull King of the Air 2021 have been announced after a heated...
At the beginning of March, three of the World Tour riders; Arthur Guillebert, Val Garat and Louka Pitot, decided to take a trip to Los...
Now the dust has settled it's time to take stock and look back on one of the best KOTA's in the event's history, with the...
Le Barcarès: A spot where innovation and skill take control. Records are broken, and riders push the limits of Big Air kiteboarding. This event is known as one of the most extreme in the sport for a reason. Lords of Tram 2026 was an edition that had heads turning and questions being asked.
Steven Akkersdijk has spent more than a decade riding at the sharp end of big air, pushing limits in Cape Town and standing on the podium at the world’s most extreme events. These days his focus has shifted from chasing results to shaping riders, blending experience, style and precision through coaching and camps around the world. We caught up with Steven to talk progression, fear, modern kiteboarding and why slowing down might be the fastest way to ride better.
Tarifa’s Balneario was once off-limits; now it’s the go-to big air arena. On any windy afternoon, you’ll find Giel Vlugt parked in his van, watching flags whip and waiting for the call. We caught up with him as the new XR PRO 2 hits the water to talk progression, pressure, and why this kite raises the bar while keeping that unmistakable CORE feel!
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.
In this issue, our winner will receive a choice of colour and size for a hoody and T-shirt from our store! Made from organic cotton and featuring our iconic logo, be the envy of your mates on the beach!
When Fabian Moser landed in Brazil for the first time, he expected good kiting, but what he got was a full-on adventure! This trip with the CORE team was about more than gear testing. It was a deep dive into the rhythm, colour, and untamed beauty of Brazil’s coastline.
CARVED just dropped their latest masterpiece, the Imperator Pro and who better to talk us through it than Giel Vlugt?! We caught up with Giel to find out what makes the new design such a game-changer, how it stacks up against its predecessors, and why it’s his weapon of choice when going full send.
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!
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!
Get ready for an inside look at the mindset, motivation, and recovery journey of one of Big Air’s most explosive riders. Jen Tyler sits down with Giel Vlugt to talk injuries, comebacks, world records, and what it really takes to stay at the top. From the lows of recovery to the highs of chasing new limits: this is Giel, unfiltered.
From pro tips to pure chaos, these were the top 4 videos that had our readers glued to their screens this issue. Get High with Mike topped the list with game-changing posture fixes to boost your jump height. At #2, Evan Klijn and Hugo Wigglesworth brought the mayhem in RAW: I Lost My Kite. Lords of Tram Big Crashes came in at #3 with some seriously heavy wipeouts, and Steven Akkersdijk’s SA Masterclass wrapped things up at #4 with tips to land high jumps like a pro. Watch the movies here!
Fresh off winning Best Vlogger of the Year at the IKSURFMAG Readers Awards (again!), he sat down with Jen Tyler to talk about his vlogging journey. Ben shares what it takes to keep the stoke alive, the challenges of balancing content creation with progression, and why his passion for storytelling keeps him hooked. Get ready to dive into the mind of our readers’ favourite vlogger!
Angely absolutely ripping in Brazil! Stylish as always 🫡 @angelybouillot locked in for the new year—Era & Nexus 4 on point, somewhere in Brazil not...
In this conversation, Rou Chater interviews Giel Vlugt, big air legend, about his journey in the sport, the challenges of teaching, the evolution of kiteboarding...
