North Kiteboarding
Explore North Kiteboarding's history under North Sails, flagship kites like the Orbit and Reach, twin-tip and directional boards, materials, and team riders.
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Gear & Brands
Nick Jacobsen
Gear & Brands
CORE Kiteboarding
Explore CORE Kiteboarding's history from Fehmarn, Germany, its 2-year release philosophy, WOO record-breaking kites like the XR and Pace, and top team riders.
People
Sir Richard Branson & Kiteboarding
The story of Sir Richard Branson's passion for kiteboarding, Necker Island, and his legendary encounters with Barack Obama, Nick Jacobsen, and Susi Mai.
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Event Archives
History of Red Bull King of the Air (KOTA)
Explore the history and evolution of Red Bull King of the Air, the pinnacle of Big Air kiteboarding that embodies the extreme spirit of the sport.
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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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Tournaments
Red Bull Len10 Megaloop Challenge 2012
The groundbreaking 2012 event dedicated entirely to the megaloop. A recap of the contest that paved the way for the return of KOTA.
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Tournaments
Red Bull King of the Air 2013
The 2013 Red Bull King of the Air returned to South Africa after an 8-year hiatus, marking a historic dawn for the new era of Big Air.
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Tournaments
Red Bull King of the Air 2015
A turning point where freestyle elements merged with Big Air. The 2015 event featured Jesse Richman's emotional comeback and extreme technical tricks that defined the victory.
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Tournaments
Red Bull King of the Air 2017
Nick Jacobsen halted Aaron Hadlow's three-peat to claim his first victory. An emotional KOTA 2017 featuring miraculous comebacks from Ruben Lenten and others.
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Tournaments
Red Bull King of the Air 2018
The 2018 event marked the move to Kite Beach. Late replacement Liam Whaley put on an incredible debut run, while Kevin Langeree fought back from a Round 1 loss to claim his second crown.
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