Drone footage of Matchu just doing Matchu things... ⬇️ @Matchu Lopes @DUOTONE
3 weeks ago
Drone footage of Matchu just doing Matchu things...
3 weeks ago
Coming back to one of his favourite spots 🌊
3 weeks ago
Perfect waves = Perfect session. This is One Eye at it's finest!
2 months ago
When you've got nothing to prove and you're just there for fun.... 2nd place doesn't look too bad!
3 months ago
Sun, sea and sessions all day long! #waterwear #kitesurfing #dakhla
3 months ago
Skill, style and composure. All in the shape of a triple front roll.
5 months ago
Two disciplines , one passion.
6 months ago
Matchu just doing Matchu things.
6 months ago
'I said in my mind, I'm gonna go full in' ⛽️ Wise words from the legend himself!
7 months ago
Join us for an inspiring conversation with kiteboarding legend Matchu Lopez as he shares his journey from Cape Verde to international stardom, the challenges of...
7 months ago
Blue walls of perfection 🌊 #riotlight #strapless #wavekiting
7 months ago
Dreams that look like this please ✨ #kitesurfing #strapless #waves
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
Your favourite Duotone kites and boards just got the SLS and D/Lab upgrade, and we've got the full scoop right here for you! Kites Neo...
7 years ago
Ion’s 2020 range is looking sweeter than ever, have a look and see the enhancements they have made this year; giving us a wide range...
7 years ago
Advanced technologies, quality and continuous development – Duotone is on point when it comes to their gear. This year, they have once again hit the...
8 years ago
The only constant thing in life is change. The time, the conditions, everything is in motion. Only the destination stays the same; like our ambition...
8 years ago
It's Monday and that means Intriguing Beings is here! Check it out as Rou Chater interviews Philipp Becker the International Marketing and Communications Manager at...
9 years ago
The Real Wetsuit Guide in Issue 66 of IKSURFMAG looks at the more important aspects of buying an expensive piece of rubber— things like the fit,...
10 years ago
Fuse and Envee Dry Suits Built to conquer even the fiercest of sub zero tem-peratures, the Fuse and the Envee Dry Suits are the warmest...
10 years ago
North Kiteboarding have been at the top of their game for many years now. With a strong team and great quality kit, it’s no wonder...
10 years ago
North Kiteboarding have been at the top of their game for many years now. With a strong team and great quality kit, it's no wonder...
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 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 107
In this Tech Focus, we dive into the latest in wetsuit innovation with ION’s new Seek & Amaze Amp range! Jen Tyler chats with Michael Schuster, Head of R&D at ION, to explore how Max_Flex Technology is pushing the boundaries of flexibility, warmth, and performance. From a 30% increase in the stretch to eco-conscious materials, find out more about ION’s wetsuit design.
Issue 102
The Intriguing Beings podcast is your backstage pass to the inner workings of the kiteboarding industry! If you're not a convert yet, we'll show you what you're missing with a sneak peek into Rou Chater's world, snippets of his in-depth chat with Boards & More CEO Till Eberle on the evolution of Duotone and the kite industry, and previews of other featured guests on the podcast!
Issue 101
ION's neoprene footwear range has been overhauled from top to bottom! In this Q&A, we catch up with Product Developer Michael Schuster to find out about all the key changes!
Issue 100
Three of the world's best wave kiters, Matchu Lopes, Keahi de Aboitiz, and Reo Stevens, take us under the lip in 'The Barrel Section'! From courage and experience to equipment specifics to the spot itself, it must all come together to get that perfect barrel. In this IKSURFMAG exclusive, you'll find out what it takes to get totally pitted, bro!
Issue 100
It's not just kites that are getting the innovative materials treatment; neoprene accessories are going through a major development period, too! At ION's in-house laboratory, they've developed an ultra-stretchy wetsuit lining called Max_Flex. Find out what's outside ION's wetsuits in this interview with Michi Schuster!
Issue 99
Getting your name in the history books of kiteboarding takes some serious blood, sweat, and tears. For those professional athletes that have dedicated their careers to becoming the best in the world, is it worth it? In this article, Crystal Veness looks at the money behind competitive kiteboarding, with insights from some of the sports top riders. Read it here, exclusively in IKSURFMAG!
Issue 97
In extreme conditions, kiteboarding can be seriously dangerous. The trick is to stay calm, know your limit, be prepared, and definitely DON'T PANIC! Editor Crystal Veness explains more in this editorial.
Issue 96
Perfect fit in a harness can make all the difference to your session. ION wants you to have as much time on the water as possible, and this goal is achieved through incorporating ergonomics in their design process. Learn more about ION’s latest harness technology in this Tech Focus Q&A!
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 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!