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Kite Pumps 2026

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…

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Mens Harnesses 2025

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…

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Ladies Harnesses 2023

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…

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Mens Harnesses 2023

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…

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Mens Wetsuits 2022

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…

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Mens Harnesses 2022

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.…

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Mens Harnesses 2022

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…

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Mens Wetsuits 2020

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…

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Mens Harnesses 2018

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,…

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8 hours ago

Warming up for Brazil! We can't wait to see it all unfold...

News
1 day ago

A great summer is one spent on the water, Ranja has been having it!

News
7 days ago

Time slows down for a moment when you're making turns like this...

News
1 week ago

The forecast is changing, but your time on the water does not have to. The new Ride Engine RE_X wetsuit collection for men and women...

Press release
1 week ago

Boosting to the moon!!

News
2 weeks ago

Ben Wilson throwing shapes!

News
3 weeks ago

Gary from Ride Engine tells the story behind their hard shell harness — from founder Coleman Buckley's custom, garage-built originals to the 500+ scanned backs...

News
4 weeks ago

Rider of the year from the AWSI

News
4 weeks ago

The Hyperlock Harness, this thing looks so cool!

News
1 month ago

To foot strap or to not foot strap... that is the question!

News
1 month ago

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...

Feature
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...

Feature
3 years ago

Once again, Littlehampton delivered - and this time, we got all four seasons. From blazing sunshine to torrential rain, it's safe to say that everyone...

Feature
4 years ago

The Kite Park League is back in action, and the first event of this calendar year happened in February in Argentinian Patagonia. Park rider Ramiro...

Feature
4 years ago

Featuring cutting-edge materials, modern graphics, and a new department team structure, Slingshot is bringing the heat to the next generation of kiteboarding. Check out the...

Feature
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...

Feature
5 years ago

Ride Engine has teamed up with Hydrocinch® patented intellectual property. Both brands share the same ethos with the desire to innovate, create, and bring solutions...

Feature
6 years ago

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...

Feature
6 years ago

Slingshot continues to experiment with new shapes, new toys and new technologies – all to find the next great adventure. We've got their 2021 product...

Feature
6 years ago

Ride Engine’s humble origins started with a vision to improve a critical yet often-overlooked piece of equipment for kiteboarding and windsurfing: the harness. In 2013,...

Feature
7 years ago

Just when you thought the Christmas and New Years excitement would soon be over, from 18th - 26th January 2020, the world's largest water sports...

Feature
7 years ago

To all you happy, helpless h2o addicts - Ride Engine has once again left us in awe with 2020 line up! Revolutionary harnesses, wetsuits, travel...

Feature
1 week ago

The forecast is changing, but your time on the water does not have to. The new Ride Engine RE_X wetsuit collection for men and women...

Press release
2 months ago

One of the biggest questions we hear is about maintenance and long-term reliability. The good news: caring for the Air Box Mini is simple. A...

Press release
Issue 115

Helmets have long sat on the fringes of kiteboarding, but that is starting to change as the sport pushes into faster, more extreme territory. The Ride Engine Charger is built for this new era, combining a low-profile design with serious on-water performance. It is all about protection without compromise, something you will actually want to wear every session.

5 months ago
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!

8 months ago
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.

8 months ago
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.

8 months ago
Issue 113

More shots with no particular place to go this issue - Feast your eyes!

11 months ago
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.

11 months ago
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!

1 year ago
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.

1 year ago
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!

1 year ago
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!

1 year ago
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!

1 year ago
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!

1 year ago
10 years ago
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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...

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Gary from Ride Engine tells the story behind their hard shell harness — from founder Coleman Buckley's custom, garage-built originals to the 500+ scanned backs behind today's fit — then breaks down all three Hyper Lock harness models plus their…

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Rider of the year from the AWSI ⬇️ @Ride Engine

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Whats your preference? We can't choose! ⬇️ @Ranja Schlotte @Ride Engine

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Why Ride Engine PWC Collars Are Different! ⬇️ @Ride Engine

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Ranja absolutley ripping! ⬇️ @Ranja Schlotte @Ride Engine

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One of the biggest questions we hear is about maintenance and long-term reliability. The good news: caring for the Air Box Mini is simple. A few basic habits, including checking your hose connections, keeping the intake clear, using a quality…

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More than one turn on the wave, yes please! ⬇️ @Ranja Schlotte @Ride Engine

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Who else?... ⬇️ @Michaela Pilkenton @Ride Engine

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The crowd leave and the fin just begins... ⬇️ @Ranja Schlotte @Ride Engine

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