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2016 Ion Apex & Vertex Select w/Ben Skaggs Sometimes you have questions. And, well, we don't always have the answers. In those cases, it's better to get the answers from the person who would know the product best, our brand reps. Ben Skaggs, one of North's representatives, was able to give us the low-down on the 2016 Ion Apex Select and 2016 Ion Vertex Select harnesses. 2016 Ion Apex Select & 2016 Ion Vertex Select Wire_Tec on both harnesses allows even load distribution, thanks t …

Where the wind blows Colleen Carroll is and has been a prominent figure in kiteboarding for quite some time now. Needless to say, she didn't get to where she is today by just batting her eyes at the camera. Rather, Colleen has consistently put in the work, evidenced by her substantial video catalog. The progression is so glaring, you might have to wear shades. This girl is a true athlete dedicated to her practice. Frankly, we find that quite inspiring. It's no secret that kiteboarding is a mal …

An island getaway off the beaten path Looking for your next kiteboarding vacation destination? Want to stray from the beaten path? With a variety of attractions, kiteboarding related and more, Union Island might be a place you want to check out. Kiteboarding aside, picture yourself going for a scenic hike or swimming with sea turtles. After your session in the Caribbean blue water, there is the man-made Happy Island Bar where you can enjoy a post-session drink and unwind. If you want to up your …

Craig Cunningham - The B:Roll Craig Cunningham has been on the scene for a few years now. Without a doubt he has emerged as one of the top north American riders. On top of that he has been on the forefront of the wakestyle movement in kiteboarding. It’s safe to say he did not get there by resting on his laurels. Craig puts in a lot of work behind the kite and behind the camera. Knocking out edits on a regular basis takes a lot of time and energy. On that note, we salut …

Summer Memories with Tucker Welcome to September! September brings the introduction to many things: the changing of the leaves, the cold morning wind, and all things pumpkin (spice, pies, bread...the list could go on). As we welcome fall and all of its wonders - KoGL Test Fest, anyone? - we also feel a little nostalgic of a summer gone by. While we're working hard to make your kiteboarding dreams come true, we try hard to fulfill ours as well. Enter Tucker, our Shipping Manager and all-around fo …

Often times it's very easy to get set in your ways. You have a favorite restaurant, maybe a favorite musical genre. If you're really bad like me, you even have a favorite parking spot at all of your regular stops. Now imagine if you only ate Mexican and never experienced pizza in all its glory? Oh the horror!!!! Okay, all bad jokes aside, let me get to the point. In kiteboarding, like many sports, we often find a piece of equipment that we like and just stick with it, riding it out fo …

Craig Cunningham - Caera Days This video is just sick! We love watching these North Team Riders as they cruise the waves. Craig Cunningham looks like a wakestyling Superman on his 2015 North Gambler, a board that offers the ultimate in wakestyle performance. Your eyes will thank you for watching this impressive video - our's did!  …

North Kiteboarding Changing Up Surf Kiteboards With Their Compact Surf Concept New to 2015, North Kiteboarding has introduced their Compact Surf Concept (CSC). As the name suggests, this idea is all about making the board more compact (read as: shorter) with more parallel rails. North mentions that the CSC can have a variety of performance benefits for riders. The CSC makes surf kiteboards easier to ride due to their increase in stability - especially through chop when you're heading full speed …

Check out this short vid of North Kiteboarding and ION! Colleen is throwing down and stomping tricks that most local male riders cannot pull out of their trick bag! You won't find any high heels on her North Team Series kiteboard, just straight-up booted for some serious powered wakestyle handle passing action! Way to crush it Colleen and help push female riders to the next level!  Head over to Facebook and give Colleen some love: Facebook.com/colleen.carroll.33 Vimeo Credits: Colleen Car …

Two good friends and professional kitesurfers Gisela Pulido (9 times World Champion) and Paula Novotná (The European Champion) filmed a movie “Like two drops of water” together with Brazilian film maker Andre Magarao. Those two girls spend a lot of time together traveling during the year and wanted to show the world what it takes to be on the top and how they train to stay strong and fit. The decided Brazil because is one of the best places to train with steady wind, warm wea …

It looks like Clem Bonzom is soaking up the sun and living the good life with North Kiteboarding:) …

Strapless kitesurfing action from North Kiteboarding, Airton Cozzolino,&nbspMatchu Lopes Almeida and more. Cheers! 2011 Kitesurf Wave World Champion Airton Cozzolino invited eight of the world's best strapless kiteboard riders to Sardinia for the first ever pure strapless kitesurfing competition, Red Bull Unfastened. Windy seas and world class kitesurfing made for a high flying show on the Italian coastline! …

Edit from: Vincent Bergeron Colleen Carroll and Sensi Graves find kiteboarding progression and bliss in the flatwater lagoons of Northern Brazil. See the girls in action as they revisit a kite destination unlike any other. Thank you to North Kiteboarding, Liquid Force Kiteboarding, ION, NA Blend, Sensi Graves Bikinis. …

Check out the second installment of NA BLEND's JOINT OPS series featuring: Eric Rienstra, Craig Cunningham, Sam Medysky, and Brandon Scheid as they session in the Northeast of Brazil. slingshotsports.com northkites.com bestkiteboarding.com liquidforcekites.com …