ION Products Apex Curv 13
The ION Apex Curv 13 is a top of the line hard shell harness from the popular accessories brand; they grade all their harnesses with a stiffness rating, were at 13 here. Their scale goes from 20 at the top end for the ultra-stiff Riot CS down to a rating of 4 for their Axis Kite harness. The backplate is…
ION Products Onyx Amp Semi Dry Front Zip
ION have been pumping out quality suits for a long time now, their extensive range takes into account the different body shapes we all have too. The Strike series of suits are a slightly bigger fit, while the Onyx series are a slimmer tighter fit. As ever with any suit, try it on first, but if you have more of…
ION Products Onyx Select
ION's Onyx Select 5/4 is a semidry winter suit packed with a range of features and technology that set it apart from its competition. With the toasty warm Plasma Plush 2.0 internal lining below the chest, it's rated to keep you warm on the water at 6°C - 11°C while making sure you are comfortable with its super soft, flexible…
ION Products Apex CURV 10
The ION Apex CURV is the top end waist harness in the CURV range; this line up utilises a new moulded composite structure that promises to be lighter while still being incredibly supportive. The back of the harness shows the distinctive 3D plus spine shaping, and the range features a slightly higher outline than some of the other models for…
ION Products CS Wave
ION have a new range of rigid harnesses that came onto the market at the end of last year. Dubbed CS, which stands for Composite Series, the range features a freeride model, the wave version we have here and also a Hadlow model. There are no prizes for guessing what the Hadlow version is for! The idea is each harness…
ION Products Apex Select
ION has been a very strong contender for harnesses, wetsuits, board bags, apparel and much more within the kitesurfing industry for a number of years now. Building well-made and comfortable harnesses in a variety of styles. This issue we got hold of the Apex Select harness in blue and yellow. ION have put a lot of effort and a great…
ION Products Isis Amp
The choice of ION wetsuits is astounding, and that goes for the women’s range too! Each year more technology and features are built into the suits, and invariably a new design is introduced to the line-up. Last year the Isis Amp was the newcomer, and it’s proved to be popular. Having now tried it out personally, it’s easy to see…
ION Products Nova Diamond
ION products always seem to be the elite in terms of kite accessories. Adorned with features, technology and innovation, we were incredibly excited to get our hands on the new 2015 women’s Nova Diamond harness. The Nova Diamond is the top female specific harness from ION, and has been designed as a multi-discipline harness so should be a top choice…
ION Products Onyx Amp
For 2015 the ION range of kitesurfing suits have been split into two distinct styles, the front zip Onyx range and the back zip Strike line. Like the Strike range the Onyx series features three different levels, the Onyx Select, Onyx Amp and regular Onyx, and there are a multitude of options within the range. It is worth noting the…
ION Products Strike Amp
As we have already mentioned, the ION kite range is split into two distinct lines this year, the Strike series, which is a back zip, and the Onyx series, which features a front zip. Within the Strike line all the suits feature a back zip and there are three price points in the range; the Strike Select is the top…
ION Products Envee
I was excited to see that for 2014 ION have added a women’s specific drysuit to their already impressive range. Not just a pink and purple version of the popular men’s Fuse drysuit, this has been designed especially for the girls. ION claim that this is the ‘warmest drysuit on the market’ and I think they’re pretty much on the…
ION Products Jewel
ION have an extensive women’s wetsuit line up catering for pretty much every budget and with a whole host of options within each model range. The choice is seemingly endless as I lost count! The Jewel is one of their mid-range suits just down from the all-singing, all-dancing Jewel Select models. This isn’t the underdog though, as the Jewel suit…
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Issue 89
It’s been a wild ride in the 2021 event season. It’s clear that a shakeup is coming in the pro tour as young riders claim podiums and older pros consider stepping aside. In this editorial, Crystal Veness weighs youth vs. experience. Read all about it in Issue 89!
Issue 89
Get a glimpse of what’s going on in the world of kite. This issue, we go beyond the cover with Ozzy, behind the design with Airwave, and check in on the event scene to keep you up to date and in the know! Read all about it in IKSURFMAG’s On The Fly!
Issue 88
In her very 1st editorial as our new Editor, Crystal Veness takes a close look at the spicy response to Hannah Whiteley’s cover photo from our previous issue. Read all about it in IKSURFMAG Issue 88!
Issue 87
It’s a piece of kit that will deliver you the maximum comfort in every kite session, the new Riot Curv 14 Select from Ion. Subscribe for a chance to win this incredible prize!
Issue 87
It takes a lot to stand out in the world of kiteboarding, and this individual has managed to make a serious impression. If you haven’t seen his face, you’ve definitely seen his work! In ‘The Interview’, we catch up with talented filmmaker and CrazyFly team rider, Laci Kobulsky.
Issue 86
Russia's 37,653 km of coastline hide a wealth of secrets, and Artem Garashchenko takes us behind the Iron Curtain to explore a relic from the Soviet Era. Yes, this is a kiteboarding article!! Read the whole story, exclusively in IKSURFMAG!
Issue 86
A picture is worth a thousand words, and here’s a selection of the best shots that tell their own story!
Issue 85
Tired of taking a beating training for the freestyle tour, Jerome Cloetens found his love for kiteboarding slowly fading. Ready to become a beginner again, he set off on a trip to Dakhla with a board bag full of toys to reignite the fire! Read all about it in this article!
Issue 85
The release of the new Quicklock Hook from ION marks an exciting step forward in harness hook technology. Find out more about what the Quicklock Hook is and how it works in this Tech Focus!
Issue 84
Aaron Hadlow is undoubtedly the most well-known kiteboarder in the world with his innovative style and a mile-long list of titles and awards. In this feature, Jen Tyler takes Aaron for a walk down memory lane and checks in on what’s been happening during this unusual year! Read now to find out what’s going on in the house of Hadlow!
Issue 84
Is this the biggest test that’s ever been done at IKSURFMAG? We think so! No less than 22 tests, it might be the most we have ever done in a single issue! Kites, twin tips, surfboards, harnesses, bars, we’ve got all the insight on the latest gear, right here!
Issue 83
This was the mantra on the Duotone shoot in Fuerteventura this summer, with only 12 days to get all the shots for the new boards and kites, it was a non-stop mission to ensure success! Luckily they scored some great waves and wind too!
::: ION is about challenging yourself, experiencing nature and feeling its force.