This is the SP80 kiteboat designed to break the World Sailing Speed Record. The Swiss team has one goal: reaching 150km/h (80 knots) powered only by the wind Supported by Richard Mille, the record attempt is set for 2022.
The story behind the prototype
Meet Tijn Rolff (13) and Roy van Velzen (16) – Two of the most fanatic kiteboarders in Holland. Rain, cold, wind or no wind, no matter the conditions, they go out there.
Oscar-nominated and Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Joe Berlinger travels the globe with legendary windsurfing champion Robby Naish in the adventure sports documentary “The Longest Wave,” in which he discusses going from tween to legend and beyond with no regrets.
Robby Naish won over 150 tournament victories and collected 24 world titles.
He pioneered the sports of windsurfing, kiteboarding, stand-up paddleboarding, and foil boarding.
Naish is also a passionate big wave rider.
The film premieres August 10, 2021, only on Red Bull TV, a free, on-demand streaming service available on the web and as an app across devices big and small.