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…
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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…
View reviewION 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…
View reviewION 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…
View reviewION 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…
View reviewION 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…
View reviewION 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…
View reviewION 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…
View reviewION 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…
View reviewION 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…
View reviewION 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…
View reviewION 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…
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The most satisfying kitesurfing lagoon on Earth. Turquoise waters, clear skies and beautiful vibes.
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Jamie has been riding with pure passion forever. Lets see where this new journey takes him!
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Flat turquoise water, no crowds, just ride. Would you skip work for this? 👇
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Born where the desert meets the sea, in the windswept lands of La Guajira, Colombia, Adalberto Segundo Gómez Epieyu carries a story bigger than the...
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Crystal clear blue waters in Egypt. What a dream.
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Got a small tear or rip in your wetsuit? In this step-by-step tutorial, you’ll learn how to repair a wetsuit with glue, so you can...
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Number one in the world, not once... not twice... but five times!
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The season is far from over. From a lake spot or wave pool to rapid surf and a local break, there are plenty of ways...
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ION's versatile Core wetsuit line returns with a new benchmark in material choice and performance. At its heart is certified natural rubber as part of...
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Minimal feel, maximum performance — the Riot Light kite harness is built for freeriders who demand freedom of movement without compromising on support 💪 🌊...
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Who is getting ready for the Brazil season? It's just about to kick off and we can't wait!
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Kitesurfing has always been a sport where progression and crashing go hand in hand. Whether you’re learning your first jumps, trying to crack a new...
3 years ago
Rou Chater sits down with Till Eberle to talk all things Duotone, the rebrand of Fanatic and how the industry has been during these difficult...
3 years ago
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...
4 years ago
COMPETITION TIME! There are many progressive designs, and ION is ready to find them! In an online contest, artists can showcase their creativity to the...
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A tie-dye collection inspired by nature’s forms and patterns has just been released by ION. Each tie-dyed wetsuit is different, coming in a one-of-a-kind tie-dye...
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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...
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Duotone just released their 2023 surfboard lineup, which includes the all-new Slash SLS! The Whip SLS Grom Edition is built specifically for smaller riders looking...
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With ION's unique pink capsule colourway, the 2022 women's collection escapes the ordinary. However, don't be fooled! The Pink Capsule collection goes far beyond a...
5 years ago
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...
5 years ago
The ION 2022 new range 2022 is OUT! ION have once again hit the nail on the head and announced yet another innovation introducing the...
5 years ago
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...
5 years ago
With one of the worst and most widely seen crashes ever seen in a kiteboarding competition, Lewis Crathern knows more about the risks of kiting...
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The season is far from over. From a lake spot or wave pool to rapid surf and a local break, there are plenty of ways...
2 weeks ago
ION's versatile Core wetsuit line returns with a new benchmark in material choice and performance. At its heart is certified natural rubber as part of...
1 month ago
ION has raised the bar for flexibility with its latest Amp Level wetsuits, designed to deliver high stretch with less effort while retaining the warmth...
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Introduced only a year ago, ION's Spectre and Riot Light kite harnesses quickly established themselves as rider favourites. For Fall/Winter 2027, both return with new...
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ION's crew favourite is back in a new colourway for Fall/Winter 2027. The Storm Coat combines a water-repellent outer layer with the warmth and coverage...
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For over 20 years, ION has been perfecting the art of wetsuit development. The aim is simple: to create neoprene that performs at the highest...
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!
These posts appeared in the weekly IKSURFMAG newsletter.
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Jamie has been riding with pure passion forever. Lets see where this new journey takes him!
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Andrea takes on big bay. Tune in to hear the comparison from the 2025 Rebel D/Lab to the 2026 version! #duotonekiteboarding #redbull #truekiteboarding
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Get ready for another weekend to remember at the Littlehampton Kite & Wing Demo Weekend, back for its 4th year at @thebeachlittlehampton! Join us on...
