The longest, hardest and most extreme snowkite race in the world will hit, Finnmark, in Northern Norway, between 6th-9th April. The Varanger Arctic Kite Enduro is a 25 two-man teams’ battle in the most difficult weather conditions, where the best physical strength and endurance, besides excellent kite experience and winter survival training is required.
The Vake 2011 will feature 50 contestants from Norway, Russia, America, Poland, Czech Republic, Italy, Belgium, South Africa and Denmark … More
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The first edition of the Cannon Rocks Kiteboarding Classic was a great success. The inaugural event was held in South Africa with perfect wind conditions. Four top South Africa kiteboarders had the opportunity to test the 20-35 knots coming from East and West,
The water conditions were also excellent and the proof will be aired in a 26-minute film to be aired in February. Some of the competitors have considered … More
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Element’s “MAKE IT COUNT†Contest Series kicked off its 2011 schedule at the Cream City Skatepark in Milwaukee, WI this past Saturday.Â
The overall contest winner Matt Nordness received an all expenses paid trip to join fellow winners from around the globe at Element YMCA Skate Camp for the chance to compete for Element sponsorship, followed by a day at The Berrics with the Element team, this June.
MAKE IT COUNT 2011 U.S. Schedule   … Details
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This year, there are 14 pro windsurfing events and three new destinations: Mui Ne (Vietnam), Aruba (Caribbean) and El Medano (Tenerife). Race, wave and freestyle are the official disciplines.
The action starts with an all-new event in Mui Ne, Vietnam, which will see the PWA’s men’s and women’s freestyle and slalom fleets battling it out for a share of the event’s €100,000 prize purse on the palm fringed beaches of the South China Sea … More
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