Lou Wainman
Founder of wake style and the legendary 'Godfather' of kiteboarding, recognized as one of the sport's most influential pioneers.
Riders
Wakestyle
Riders
Andre Phillip
A historical legend who laid the foundation for wake style and park riding, leaving the competition scene to pursue his own unique style.
Media
The FreeRide Project
A monumental kiteboarding film by Tom Court and Aaron Hadlow, focusing on the pure joy of riding and park style after stepping away from competitions.
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Tricks & Tech
Hinterberger
The Hinterberger is an unhooked trick where the rider extends into a Railey and performs a horizontal back roll. It is the reverse rotation counterpart to the S-Bend.
Tricks & Tech
S-Bend
The S-Bend is a staple unhooked trick where the rider extends into a Railey and performs a horizontal front roll spin. It forms the base for many advanced variations.
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.
Tricks & Tech
Heart Attack
Learn about the Heart Attack (S3), a high-scoring Freestyle kiteboarding trick combining an S-Bend with a Backside 360. Explore its mechanics and variations.
People, Riders
Brandon Scheid
A professional kiteboarder from the US and pioneer of Wakestyle and Park riding. Known for his miraculous recovery from a severe paragliding accident.