James Boulding

James Boulding

Pro Rider

9 months ago

As the name suggests, Cabrinha's Drifter is synonymous with it’s Drift ability. Put it in position and ride down the line, the kite gives you...

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9 months ago

The longest-running and most successful kite in the industry is back for its 17th year, and what a year it is! The kite that spawned...

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2 years ago

Check out the highlights of Vive Mas Cabrinha and Dakine's 2023 Meeting in Lorenzo Casati's most recent World of Loren Ep.# 8 episode!

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2 years ago

For many, the lure to kitesurfing was one thing - Air. We were mesmerised by riders soaring to the sky with just a board attached...

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3 years ago

The wait is finally over; the all-new Cabrinha 02 collection has arrived. With an exciting new range of kites, twintips and wings, there’s something for...

3 years ago

INCOMING... Here & Now' - Cabrinha 02 - Dropping tomorrow! Evolution was always deemed as something that takes a substantial time to accomplish. The past...

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3 years ago

Development is the backbone of Cabrinha, and to help capitalise on new opportunities and trends, they have expanded and diversified their team of designers and...

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4 years ago

The all-new Cabrinha 01 COLLECTION has arrived and it's ready and raring to get you on the water this year. With a complete new range...

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4 years ago

It's happening... The Cabrinha 01 collection is dropping on February 16th! Feast your eyes on this teaser video to get a sneak peek of what...

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4 years ago

Looking back at 2020 is a mixed bag for a lot of people, but Laci Kobulsky kept the dream alive all year long! This talented...

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4 years ago

What can we say about Keahi’s stamp of authority on the world of wave kiting. We’ve not seen a film of this quality in the...

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4 years ago

It was a big year for Cabrinha last year as they moved to new ownership and it looks like 2021 is starting with just as...

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Issue 85

While South Africa has gotten a lot of attention over its lockdown measures, there’s an even more confusing lockdown closer to home. Rou Chater talks about his one hundred and eighty-five days of isolation from the ocean. Read about the plight of the Welsh kiter here!

4 years ago
Issue 85

Obsession is a feeling that we can all relate to as kiters. This year, for James Boulding, foiling in every form has become the object of his obsession. In this article, James shares the story of his escape to the winter sun of Kenya to spend some time on the foil!

4 years ago
Issue 80

This issue Cabrinha get issued with the same questions, but as ever the answers are always different. Find out what makes the brand tick and where their ethos lies right here!

4 years ago
Issue 75

It's no longer a question, with the explosion of surf foiling kiting has come so far, twitchy hard to use race wings are a thing of the past, unless you have Olympic dreams and a whole world of fun, easy to use equipment is waiting for you! Click here to see out top ten tips for beginners learning to foil!

5 years ago
Issue 71

Rou Chater and Mary Booth travel to Sicily to join the Cabrinha Rider Academy and learn what it takes to be a pro rider; it’s not all deckchairs and ice creams either! Early starts, long days and lots of sun cream are needed to get the footage and the job done!

6 years ago
Issue 64

Maui is often overlooked as a “pros’ only” destination, but it is so much more than that, one of the best kite spots in the world it should be on your kitesurfing travel list. This handy guide from James Boulding is full of tips for travellers to the hallowed island in the Pacific.

7 years ago
Issue 61

We are all different, and that's what makes life so interesting. Find out what strange things can happen when you take a bunch of pro riders and head out into the wilds of Africa to do a photo shoot…

8 years ago
Issue 59

Sensi Graves looks at the rise of the Kite Park League and tracks the success story of one of the best kitesurfing movements on the planet right now!

8 years ago
Issue 55

Brandon Scheid travels on a magical mystery tour to the Philippines to ride a brand new permanent kite park and comes back with the goods!

9 years ago
Issue 52

James Boulding chats candidly about his recent project to film a kite movie in the UK, the result of his labours is arguably the best showcase of the amazing conditions and back drops we have seen!

9 years ago
Issue 51

The Triple S has just celebrated its tenth anniversary, what started as a twinkly in the eye of the pioneers in Cape Hatteras has grown to become one of the biggest competitions on the face of the planet!

9 years ago
Issue 50

We interview Pat Goodman from Cabrinha about his passion for designing kites and his latest creation the Cabrinha FX!

10 years ago
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12 years ago

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Issue #106 is LIVE!nn@rouchater reflects on @ellieealdridge gold medal win at the Paris 2024 Olympics and questions whether kitesurfing’s Olympic debut was a triumph or a missed opportunity. We feature a travel guide to Qatar’s @fuwairit_kite_beach , tell you all…

1 month ago

News & insights into my life kiteboarding and film making around the globe

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