Canada covering over 9.9 Million square kilometres there is a massive range of geography across the country. I grew up in a small town North of Toronto, Ontario. I’ve spent the past 18 years of my life chasing the wind as a kiteboarder. This past year I made the decision to pick up and move across country to one of the windiest locations in Canada, Squamish, British Columbia. Having left my family and friends behind in my home province of Ontario. I embarked on an adventure 5000 km across Canada to follow the wind and my passion for the sport of kiteboarding. Mountains, rivers, lakes, prairies you name it Canada has it all.From Sea to Sky I have found where I now call home in Canada.
Ryan “Punchy” Lay is the perfect addition to the etnies team with his creative perspective, smooth style, and commitment to giving back.
When Ryan isn’t sitting effortlessly on a long haul boardslide or searching out unchartered Arizona spots, he can be found managing his non-profit “Skate After School” program. Ryan’s program is partnered with Phoenix, Arizona schools to provide skateboard instruction to the underprivileged youth.
Although the first day wasn’t the best waves for a lot of the pro heats, they gave everyone PROs/AMs that got knocked out of the contest the first day a second chance with some better rides and better waves the second day. Thanks For Watching!