Ride Engine Air Box Mini
The Air Box Mini is Ride Engine’s new offering in the electric pump game, and at just 900 grams, it is genuinely travel-friendly. It is around 35% smaller than the predecessor, and it takes up far less room in your bag than a standard manual pump and is light enough for it not to be a concern in a packed...
Ride Engine Elite Carbon Type 1 Hyperlock
Ride Engine has been championing harnessed innovation and development for some time now. Many moons ago, they were the first company to explore the possibilities of a rigid shell harness, a tech that is now pretty much synonymous in the harness industry. Next, they focused on the webbing straps and the way we connect the spreader bar to the harness...
Ride Engine Point Seat Harness
The Point Seat Harness has garnered attention for its innovative design and exceptional performance, providing a freedom of movement that is not typically available in other harness models. This product is reminiscent of climbing harnesses, which contributes to its distinctive and functional aesthetic. The craftsmanship of the Point Seat Harness is underscored by Ride Engine's hard-shell technology, which incorporates Curv®...
Ride Engine Brisa V1
Introducing the Brisa - Ride Engine's groundbreaking women's-specific fit harness for kiteboarding and windsurfing. Through meticulous testing, they have discovered the perfect wrap profile and height to accommodate the unique characteristics of the female physique. The Brisa offers a secure fit around the hips, allowing for unrestricted movement, while maintaining the Lumbar Lock shape backed by scientific data. Constructed with...
Ride Engine Roam V1
Introducing the Roam harness by Ride Engine, perfect for core minimalists or adventurers who need to save space during their travels. Traveling with all your gear can be a challenge nowadays, with the need to fit in boards, kites, sails, foils, and more, while also avoiding overweight bags. Thankfully, Ride Engine has created the Roam harness, designed to be flexible...
Ride Engine Apoc
Ride Engine has had a reputation for innovation and quality from the very start. In the company's early days in 2010, it all started in Santa Cruz in Coleman Buckley's garage, with experimental custom moulded hardshell harnesses. It was an idea that lit a fire in the industry, as you can see by the number of hardshell harnesses that exist...
Ride Engine Elite V7
As the original innovator of the carbon hard shell harness, Ride Engine has secured its spot in the industry as the hard shell king. The Elite is their flagship model and the most premium harness in the range and has received some exciting upgrades in its V7 / 2022 release. What seems to be the ultimate kite industry innovation goal...
Ride Engine Lyte
Ride Engine has made some big leaps and bounds in harness designs in the past few years. From the early days of customised one-of-a-kind oven-baked hard shell harnesses to the popular carbon Elite production model hard shell, Ride Engine has been a trusted provider of harness comfort from the beginning. With the more recent s of the composite Sabre harness...
Ride Engine Navigator Trolley V2
Going on a kite trip is always something to look forward to, but with that comes the inevitable dread of your gear arriving damaged - or not arriving at all! While there's not much we can do to solve the disaster that is a disappearing board bag, we do have some control over the state that our equipment arrives in....
Ride Engine APOC 4/3
The APOC 4/3 from Ride Engine is a top of the line Spring/Autumn suit that packs enough heat you can wear it on the colder days too and still get away with it. High-quality construction is used throughout with glued, taped, blindstitched and liquid rubber seams and high-quality Neospan S-Foam limestone neoprene. Clever drainage in the chest, back and legs...
Ride Engine APOC 5/4 Hooded
Ride Engine exploded onto the accessories scene a while ago with a range of harnesses that changed the market forever. A year or so later they hit the ground running with a neoprene range, and it has been going from strength to strength ever since. The APOC 5/4/3 Hooded is their warmest suit in the lineup. With a built-in hood,...
Ride Engine Elite Carbon
Ride Engine changed the game years ago with their Carbon Moulded custom harness designs. Order one and they would send you a mould kit, which you would then return to get a perfect fit. Needless to say, it was a long winded process, and limited man hours meant only a handful of people got to feel the benefits. Fast forward...
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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...
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Dialing in the correct fit is what transforms the Charger Water Helmet into a true performance tool. In this video we walk you through the...
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Wow, now this is cold!
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In this episode, Rou sits down with Gary Siskar, a longtime industry insider whose influence runs deep through modern kiteboarding. From his early days in...
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Coming up this November, the final Freestyle and Kite-Surf events of the 2025 season will be held in Taiba, Brazil - Get ready for the...
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The plan was to run a game of S.K.A.T.E., but the wind had other plans, coming in a strong 30+knots all day, so they decided...
5 months ago
Watch Michaela Pilkenton's Red Bull King of the Air 2025 women's division entry video!
6 months ago
Everyone sees Zara's world title, but not the years of setbacks, mindset shifts, and the discipline that replaced her party nights! Her story isn’t just...
6 months ago
Ride Engine places your safety above all else and has issued a bulletin regarding a rare but important issue identified with the Hyperlock harness system....
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Relive the action - RED BULL MEGALOOP 2025!
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Jeremy Burlando in his first competition back since his injury at the Redbull Megaloop challenge!
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Mikkel Hansen keeping us entertaing as usual!
Issue 114
We’ve teamed up with Ride Engine to bring you a fantastic prize this issue. All you have to do is subscribe to be in with a chance of winning! The Air Box Mini is the biggest thing to happen in pumping your kite since we got rid of the hand pumps in 2001! Get on the water faster, let the pump do the work while you do your lines, it’s also great for travelling, being considerably smaller than a traditional pump!
Issue 114
Some people shape a sport from the spotlight; others do it quietly, through ideas, innovation and a deep love for the wind. Gary Siskar is the latter. In this episode, we trace his journey from SoCal surf grom to Ride Engine brand leader and explore how his work helped push kiteboarding into the future.
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
More shots with no particular place to go this issue - Feast your eyes!
Issue 113
Kai Lenny tops the list with 7 Sports in 1 Day at Jaws, showing off a mix from tow-in surfing to wing foiling. At #2, [UN]ORDINARY celebrates 56-year-old Eugenio Pavone’s passion for freestyle kitesurfing. For tips, Alex Buss shows how to fix crossed or inverted lines, and Alexander Lewis-Hughes explains his kitefoil bar tuning for the ultimate 2025 setup.
Issue 112
Santi Cisneros shares his journey to discover what it takes to pack a van with gear, chase the forecast, and share the Ozone experience with riders across the globe in this exclusive feature!
Issue 112
This issue, we’re diving into an unsung hero of every trip: the board bag! We caught up with Gary Siskar from Ride Engine to chat about their range, smart design details, and the travel hacks that keep your gear safe from the garage to the other side of the world.
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!
Issue 111
A good changing robe can make all the difference when battling the elements and enjoying those pre- and post-session moments at the beach. Jen Tyler catches up with Ride Engine’s Gary Siskar in this Tech Focus feature to break down the key differences between the Bonfire, Tech, and Shelter changing robes. From wild coastal winds to tropical downpours and everything in between, find out which robe fits your next session!
Issue 111
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!
Issue 110
Win a Ride Engine Air Box Electric Pump! We’re offering one lucky subscriber the chance to say goodbye to manual pumping and hello to effortless sessions with the Ride Engine Air Box—your ultimate pre-session upgrade!
Issue 110
Kitesurfing should leave you buzzing with adrenaline—not aching from the wrong gear. One of the most overlooked yet essential pieces of kit? Your harness. With countless styles, fits, and stiffness levels on the market, picking the perfect harness can feel like navigating a maze. But don’t worry—Jasmine Cho breaks it down, from waist vs. seat harnesses to the all-important stiffness factor, so you can ride longer, stronger, and more comfortably. Let’s get into it!
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