Matchu Lopes
Pro Rider
1 month ago
You may have a harness, but does it fit right? Let's get real. When it comes to your harness, everyone should care about having their individualised…
4 months ago
Are you ready?! From the 23rd to the 27th of November, the final events of the Qatar Airways GKA Kite World Tour will be a…
6 months ago
Check out Liam Dredge's summary of the GKA Kite-Surf World Cup Dakhla, Morocco event! Dakhla 2022 was certainly one for the history books! A promising…
6 months ago
THE FINALS! Watch the GKA Kite-Surf World Cup Dakhla 2022 highlights here. Re-joining the competition at the quarter final stage would always lead to a…
6 months ago
Duotone's flagship control system is back for 2023, giving you the ultimate way to trim your kite without moving your hand from the bar itself.…
7 months ago
Discover DUOTONE's apparel collection, including t-shirts, hoodies, boardshorts, and caps - what a way to introduce a lineup!
7 months ago
Nathalie Lambrecht, Reno Romeu, Matchu Lopes & Mikaili Sol show us what the 2023 Duotone DICE SLS is all about in this product video! The…
8 months ago
Tom Court and Graham Howes team up in this one and head to Tarifa for the GKA Big Air World Championships, GKA Kite Expo, and…
10 months ago
The final GKA Big Air World Championship lineup has been announced! The riders have qualified to compete across four disciplines: twin-tip / strapless / hydrofoil.…
10 months ago
Premiering for the first time - we're watching IN PURSUIT OF FREEDOM ft. Matchu Lopes.
1 year 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…
1 year ago
#Write Your Own Chapter by ION. We are pioneers and passionate. We're in a constant state of dreaming. We are home though our mind is…
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!
Issue 81
James Carew heads to Mauritius for the GKA to beat Airton Cozzolino, while one dream got crushed he discovers another magical moment just around the corner he wasn’t expecting that puts everything in perspective… What’s your best kiting moment in time?
Issue 78
Is kitesurfing expensive? Or is it too cheap? Rou Chater puts his best maths hat on to work out what the real cost of kiteboarding is and comes to some interesting conclusions. If you've ever wondered about the costs of kites, this one is for you...
Issue 77
Join Colleen Carroll as she takes a ridiculously long flight to go and explore the wilds of Namibia joining the Duotone team and getting well and truly off the beaten track!
Issue 70
Rou Chater looks at the incredible turn of events that have led to some major changes at kitesurfing’s top table. The launch of Duotone, what’s happening with Cabrinha and the rebirth of the new North is explained right here.
Issue 67
Rou Chater has been travelling to One Eye in Mauritius since before it was even a thing, in the old days it was quiet and menacing, these days it’s a zoo out there. If you’ve ever wanted to know the best way to tackle it, and how to survive then read this!
Issue 66
Sleep, who needs it? Colleen Carroll and fellow North teammates Reno Romeu and Matchu Lopez tear through wild New Zealand. They find beauty in spades and sessions for all, sacrificing sleep for an unforgettable journey!
Issue 65
Rou Chater chats to perhaps the most influential man in kiteboarding right now, Till Eberle the CEO of Boards and More. Find out what his vision is for the future of our sport and what to expect from one of the biggest kite brands in the world over the next few years.
Issue 59
Rear line depower is the future, we’ve tasted it, and North have made it a reality, no more flapping depower lines, no more hunting for it or trying to grab it in a gust, just pure control at the tips of your fingers! What do you think of the concept?
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You may have a harness, but does it fit right? Let's get real. When it comes to your harness, everyone should care about having their individualised fit - Matchu Lopes talks us through ION's 3D Fit Technology, which is all…
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