Roderick Pijls

Roderick Pijls

Pro Rider

6 months ago

Join Roderick as he unfolds the intricate world of kitesurfing in FLYSURFERS latest video on wind dynamics and the art of harnessing it. Gain insights...

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2 years ago

Now THAT’S how you #IGNITEYOURFIRE – This is one for the books! “Being in that moment, absorbing all the elements and emotions to the fullest....

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2 years ago

Now THAT'S how you #IGNITEYOURFIRE - This is one for the books! Being in that moment, absorbing all the elements and emotions to the fullest....

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2 years ago

Whooop - Welcome to the FLYSURFER team Roderick Pijls! We are stoked to announce that Roderick has joined our team & are looking forward to...

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3 years ago

Roderick Pijls takes us on a photo shoot in Brazil. Waves and Freestyle, enjoy the vibe!

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3 years ago

Lieuwe's latest Custom Story 'The God of Gods, ' is LIVE! It’s a tribute to the higher powers we experience when we hit the water....

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3 years ago

Eleven years ago, Lieuwe crafted their own kiteboard because they couldn’t find 'the one’; today, they're launching 50+ new designs. We don’t just make boards....

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3 years ago

Join Jo Ciastula in the first episode of the GKA News Show! In this episode, Jo recaps the 2020s and upcoming competition season, talks about...

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3 years ago

In Issue 86 of IKSURFMAG, Roderick Pijls took us on a kiting journey to the Arctic Circle in search of the Northern Lights; carbon-free and...

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4 years ago

A frequent flyer on the freestyle and kitesurf competition scene, Roderick Pijls is a man of many talents. You've probably seen him sending kite loops...

Issue 105

With the spotlight firmly on big air right now, does it come at the detriment of the many facets of our sport, or even perhaps the very sport itself? At the risk of being burned at the stake, Rou Chater dives deep into the abyss…

3 months ago
Issue 100

Kitesurfing is for everyone, and the excitement of getting an epic kiting photo is hard to beat. This extra special edition of Lightroom features a mix of photos from casual kiters and professional athletes! Check it out!

1 year ago
Issue 96

On The Fly is your place to catch up on the latest news in the kiteboarding industry! Who’s winning World Championships? What’s happening downunder? What’s the latest in materials innovation? Why are so many extreme kiters Dutch? And.. what on earth is a Quobba?! It’s all right here! Stay in the know with On The Fly!

2 years ago
Issue 95

The kite industry is experiencing change at a rapid pace. From new materials to new shapes to new faces, it can be hard to keep up with the trends! In September, we took a trip inside the industry at the AWSI Expo in Hood River, Oregon. Find out what insights Editor Crystal Veness took home in this exclusive article!

2 years ago
Issue 95

Since dedicating his life to kiteboarding, Roderick Pijls has kited inside a volcano, between icebergs, and on toxic lakes, all with the mission of raising environmental awareness. International athlete, adventurer, model, and public speaker, Roderick Pijls is a man with many facets! Find out more about his life, passions, and purpose in this exclusive interview!

2 years ago
Issue 94

The release of a new kite always comes with the excitement and, often, the chaos of a product shoot - and this story is no different! FLYSURFER's newest LEI kite, the STOKE, has just been announced, and the team got together to show what this kite is capable of in a unique location. Read more in this IKSURFMAG exclusive article!

2 years ago
Issue 91

From race reports to snowkiting to the lagoons of Brazil, we check in with a few of your favourite riders and brands to see what’s going on. Don’t miss out on the latest industry news, rider stories, and product releases, all right here in On The Fly!

3 years ago
Issue 90

From the warm waters of Brazil and the Dominican Republic all the way to the cool European conditions in France and the Netherlands, we check in on what your favourite riders and brands are up to. Read all about it in IKSURFMAG’s On The Fly!

3 years ago
Issue 89

From the colourful Caribbean to the European coast down to the windswept beaches of South Africa, Lightroom Issue 89 features some epic kitesurfing photography!

3 years ago
Issue 86

Kitesurfing can take us to truly magnificent places, but how far could you get without leaving a carbon footprint? In this article, Roderick Pijls takes us on a kiting journey to the Arctic Circle in search of the Northern Lights, and all of it carbon-free!

3 years ago
Issue 86

A picture is worth a thousand words, and here’s a selection of the best shots that tell their own story!

3 years ago
Issue 80

A new feature, looking at brands making a difference to our sessions with advances in technology. Lieuwe recently partnered with Teijin, famous for our kites canopy materials to work on a new fabric laminate for boards!

4 years ago
2 years ago

Posts we shared on our Facebook Page over the last 2 months

- Professional kiteboarder
- International model

Instagram: Roderick_Pijls

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