Wind Strength
An explanation of the relationship between Beaufort scale and sea surface conditions, extreme wind competition records, and appropriate kite sizes by weight and wind speed.
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Cold Hawaii Games
Riders
Leonardo Casati
From 'Lorenzo's younger brother' to undisputed champion. The journey of Leonardo Casati, leading the next generation of the Big Air scene with extraordinary nerve and skill.
Riders
Nathalie Lambrecht
2025 KOTA Champion Nathalie Lambrecht. Discover the 'Queen of the Air's' aggressive Big Air style, relentless Freestyle dedication and competitive journey.
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Riders
Lasse Walker
Lasse Walker is a Dutch professional kiteboarder and Big Air specialist, known for his fearless storm riding and his victory at the 2015 Megaloop Challenge.
Tournaments
Cold Hawaii Games 2020
A historic recap of the inaugural 2020 Cold Hawaii Games in Klitmøller, Denmark, where big air legends and rising stars battled for a KOTA 2021 wildcard.
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Riders
Kevin Langeree
Professional kiteboarder from the Netherlands. A three-time KOTA champion, Big Air legend, and the founder of Reedin Kites.
Riders
Jeremy Burlando
Jeremy Burlando is an Italian pro kiteboarder based in the Canary Islands. Overcoming severe injury, he became the 2024 GKA Big Air World Champion.
Riders
Stijn Mul (Stino)
Known affectionately as "Stino," Stijn Mul is a rising Dutch star in the Big Air scene, evolving from a happy-go-lucky talent to a serious top contender.
Riders
Liam Whaley
Liam Whaley is a professional kiteboarder who reached the pinnacle of both Freestyle and Big Air. Discover the journey and resilience of "The Little Bull."