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You don’t always have to cross oceans to find epic waves. That was the driving thought behind this trip. While it's tempting to chase distant...
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You don’t always have to cross oceans to find epic waves. That was the driving thought behind this trip. While it's tempting to chase distant...
Three 4x4s, one forgotten water supply, and winds that mimic the howls of beasts. Proudly presenting the first kite trip through Angola’s Death Acre. Join...
North Kiteboarding is thrilled to announce Oswald ‘Ozzie’ Smith as the new addition to the International Team. The 28-year-old South African rider is already an...
Future Surf x Oswald Smith - Sublime handling, unrivalled durability, and perfectly tuned performance. The new Session pairs perfectly with our three progressive surf shapes...
Mystic’s Dysfunctional Beauty highlights the cold-water pursuit of glaciers, waterfalls, and black sand beaches, featuring kiteboarder Oswald Smith and kitesurfer Camille Delannoy. Experience a once-in-a-lifetime...
Dive into the thrilling world of Big Air Kitesurfing with the highly anticipated Fight For Flight docuseries! Check out the first episode, and don’t forget...
Hold on, you're in for a wild ride - Fight for Flight S1 E1 is here - Welcome to the world of Big Air Kitesurfing...
And now for something a little different - Future Surf x Oswald Smith. In the dark depths of innovations mind at large, Airush Kiteboarding take...
Mystic's latest video Right to Roam Norway, is OUT! Ozzy, Camille, Vincent and Jop were pumped about going off the grid and being disconnected. In...
Introducing the latest signature drop in collaboration with Mystic legendary team rider Oswald Smith. Ozzie came up with the concept for his capsule: ‘Beautiful to...
Get ready to witness the most jaw-dropping and awe-inspiring kiteboarding video of the year as we gear up to announce the Video of the Year...
Inspired by innovation, Airush Kiteboarding strives to produce high-performance products that are durable and sustainable at the same time. By utilising more sustainable materials, they...
Mystic's Curated for the Cold lineup has arrived! You think you know until you don’t. Cold water is something else. Get ahead of the curve...
PREMIERING FOR THE FIRST TIME - Mystic's Curated for the Cold. You think you know until you don't. Cold water is something else. Get ahead...
The results are in! The six winners of the Red Bull Megaloop Porsche Qualifier Series have been announced. Out of 18 qualitative video entries, these...
It's out and we couldn't be more excited to announce Oswald Smith's new Mystic lineup - The Wild Rose. This is new, and yes it's...
It's here, and we are AMPED! The 2021 version of the Mystic Stealth Harness is looking slicker than ever. We're a big fan of a...
Fundraiser launches for prolific kiteboarding photographer, Ydwer van der Heide, as he faces recovery from a serious spinal injury. 2nd March 2021: Our special friend...
Mystic aims to create a range of equipment that embraces modern technologies and techniques, which in combination with the riders’ natural physical skills would allow...
As kiteboarding evolves, Airush have increasingly focused on longer development cycles to allow them to make bigger leaps forward, with an increased level of refinement...
As kiteboarding evolves, Airush have increasingly focused on longer development cycles to allow us to make bigger leaps forward, with an increased level of refinement...
Now the dust has settled it's time to take stock and look back on one of the best KOTA's in the event's history, with the...
A group of kiteboarders and windsurfers who loved everything in the extreme wanted to go after strong winds and bigger waves in harsher conditions. Passionate...
It's evident that climate change is happening – but what can we do to mitigate it? Rou Chater got the chance to catch up with...
The kite community has lost one of its brightest lights. Graham was more than a rider; he was a force of nature whose energy, laughter, and fearless spirit brought people together from every corner of the world. His legacy runs deep through Dirty Habits, the crew he built, and the countless lives he inspired. Here, we share a few words from those who knew and loved him, remembering the man who made every session, every party, and every moment unforgettable.
Growing up, Mystic was the brand that ignited Oswald Smith’s passion for sports. Now, he has come full circle with the launch of the Wild Rose Collection. This limited-edition line combines high-performance gear with Oswald’s personal journey. Curious about the meaning behind it? Read all about it here!
Embark on a cold-weather kitesurfing adventure in Norway with Camille Delannoy and Oswald Smith! In a country boasting the "Right to Roam," the team faces endless challenges in pursuit of the perfect kiting conditions. Despite it all, it's a trip the crew won't soon forget!
What awaits the Airush Team on the island paradise of Mauritius? Join Elias Ouahmid as he takes us behind the scenes of the shoot, exploring unique spots and riding in the perilous waves of One Eye. Read about their epic adventure in this exclusive article!
Join Camille Delannoy and Oswald Smith as they brave hostile conditions in search of wind and waves in one of the most dramatic sceneries in the world: Iceland. Was it worth it? In this feature article, Camille takes us behind the scenes of Mystic's latest film!
What do you do when the waves are off, and the pressure to produce is on? In this short feature, Oswald Smith takes us behind the scenes of Tidak Apa-Apa, an escape to Indo with Charlie Wise.
After more than a decade of innovation, Mystic’s Warrior line has evolved, and the latest release opens the door to the hybrid era! We spoke to the designers to find out what’s inside (and outside) the new Mystic Warrior X. Read more in this Tech Focus!
Get a glimpse of what’s going on in the world of kite. This issue, we go beyond the cover with Ozzy, behind the design with Airwave, and check in on the event scene to keep you up to date and in the know! Read all about it in IKSURFMAG’s On The Fly!
Mystic brings the heat with a competition prize that you definitely don’t want to miss out on! The new Mystic Majestic hardshell harness is up for grabs. All you have to do to enter is subscribe!
What happened in South Africa this year? Instead of analysing the King of the Air results, we’re taking a closer look at police interactions with kiters. Rather than a busy big air season in Blouberg, the locals are looking for outlets for civil disobedience. Get the inside scoop on the past year in Cape Town in this feature article!
The best photos with nowhere else to go!
Oswald Smith, Graham Howes, Kyle Cabano and friends travel north in their native South Africa for a staycation they won’t ever forget, dredging waves, fickle winds, magic sessions and campfires got them stoked for more. Click here to find out exactly how it went down...