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Oswald Smith

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Oswald Smith Coverage

2 years ago

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...

News
2 years ago

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...

News
3 years ago

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...

News
3 years ago

Future Surf x Oswald Smith - Sublime handling, unrivalled durability, and perfectly tuned performance. The new Session pairs perfectly with our three progressive surf shapes...

News
3 years ago

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...

Best Video of 2023
3 years ago

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...

Best Video of 2023
3 years ago

Hold on, you're in for a wild ride - Fight for Flight S1 E1  is here - Welcome to the world of Big Air Kitesurfing...

News
3 years ago

And now for something a little different - Future Surf x Oswald Smith. In the dark depths of innovations mind at large, Airush Kiteboarding take...

News
3 years ago

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...

News
3 years ago

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...

News
3 years ago

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...

News
4 years ago

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...

News
4 years ago

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...

Feature
4 years ago

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...

Feature
4 years ago

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...

Feature
5 years ago

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...

Feature
5 years ago

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...

Feature
6 years ago

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...

Feature
6 years ago

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...

Feature
6 years ago

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...

Feature
6 years ago

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...

Feature
7 years ago

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...

Feature
7 years ago

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...

Feature
7 years ago

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...

Feature
Issue 113

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.

11 months ago
Issue 109

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!

2 years ago
Issue 102

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!

3 years ago
Issue 101

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!

3 years ago
Issue 97

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!

4 years ago
Issue 96

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.

4 years ago
Issue 89

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!

5 years ago
Issue 89

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!

5 years ago
Issue 86

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!

5 years ago
Issue 85

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!

6 years ago
Issue 85

The best photos with nowhere else to go!

6 years ago
Issue 82

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...

6 years ago
5 years ago