Tarifa
Located 14km from Morocco, this is Europe's largest kitesurfing mecca, where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean.
Freestyle
Terminology
Switch Stance
Riding or performing tricks in the opposite of one's natural stance, highly rewarded in board sports competitions.
Column
Breaking Limits: The Evolution of Big Air Records
The history of the jump competition brought to kiteboarding by measuring devices like WOO and Surfr. Following the trajectory from breaking the 20m barrier to the unexplored territory over 42m.
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People, Riders
Jesse Richman
Professional kiteboarder from Hawaii. A legendary rider who made history in Big Air and Big Wave, and a 2-time King of the Air champion.
Gear & Brands
Cabrinha
Explore Cabrinha's history, iconic kites like the Switchblade, Apex series innovations, and top team riders from Maui, Hawaii.
People, Riders
Alberto Rondina
An Italian freestyle legend and pioneer of the "Moby Dick 5". Now a GKA head judge and kite resort owner in Sicily, contributing massively to the sport.
People, Riders
Lucas Arsenault
A Canadian pro kiteboarder and freestyle champion who showed incredible resilience by returning to the water just 3 months after losing his leg to a shark attack.
People, Riders
Jalou Langeree
The absolute queen from the Netherlands. Overcoming the pressure of freestyle, she transitioned to wave riding and became a 3-time world champion.
People, Riders
Moona Whyte
Professional kite surfer from Hawaii. The absolute queen of the GKA wave tour with a pure 100% wave riding style.