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09 December 2024
Francesca Wins Coveted Red Bull King of the Air Crown!
Sunday, the 8th of December 2024 was a day for the history books as North rider Francesca Maini won the 1st-ever Red Bull King Of The Air Women's Division!
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04 December 2024
Day Two | North X Red Bull King Of The Air 2024 recap
With Tibo Slock at Kite Beach, Cape Town, SA
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04 December 2024
Red Bull King Of The Air 2024 – Day 1 recap
From Tibo Slock at Kite Beach, Cape Town, SA
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27 November 2024
Fabi x WingLife Podcast
Having recently completed a degree in Industrial Design, professional wingfoiler Fabian Muhmentahler delivers some interesting insights into the Mars 13 video project he released last month, discusses the merits of studying while riding, and what it was really like working as an intern with North Foils in NZ and Mystic Boarding.
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25 November 2024
The 2024 lineup is set!
The 2024 Red Bull King of the Air lineup has been announced. The sky is their stage. Now we wait patiently for wind... follow the forecasts and tune in live here to see all the action with North.Red Bull King of the Air November 23rd - 8th December.
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22 November 2024
The impression score
In our previous videos, we covered the tricks riders will perform and how judges score them. Here, we dive into the impression score.
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21 November 2024
Judging criteria explained
With the Red Bull King of the Air wind window fast approaching (23 November 2024), we figured its time to explain how a trick gets scored and what the judges are looking for.
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21 November 2024
Big Air Tricks Explained
Big Air tricks are evolving, and all the riders are getting more creative with their combinations.
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19 November 2024
Who will reign Queen?
The 2024 Red Bull King of the Air wind window will officially open from 23rd November – 8th December, North Team Riders Nathalie Lambrecht (SWE) and Francesca Maini (GBR) make history this year, taking to the skies in the first official women’s division of the Red Bull King of the Air, which will be held on the windiest day between November 23rd and December 8th.
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15 November 2024
Meet the Cape Doctor
The prevailing South East tradewind known as the Cape Doctor is back... right on time for the 2024 Red Bull King of the Air.
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25 October 2024
Capucine Delannoy claims third World Title
North Team Rider Capucine Delannoy has again triumphed, claiming her third GKA World title in Ibiraquera, Brazil.
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21 October 2024
MARS-13!
Since February, Fabian Muhmenthaler has had one trip highlighted on his calendar: Canary Islands in July. It was during this trip that he filmed Mars-13 with his close friend, Leo Hochgrassl.
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20 September 2024
Josue Qualifies!
North Team rider Josue San Ferreira qualifies for 2024 Red Bull King of the Air.
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19 August 2024
High Modulus Carbon Foils. A whole new way of riding.
Making its debut with Marley Franco at the recent Hawai’ian Triple Crown Event, the new High Modulus Carbon Sonar DW Series Front Wing / Glide Series Stabilizer combination from North takes efficiency to the extreme.
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02 August 2024
NTG adds Doyle Sails and Quantum Sails to its roster of best-in-class brands
Respected sailmakers will sit alongside other NTG brands, including North Sails and Southern Spars.
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25 July 2024
Road to Double loop / EP 5
Jetto is locked and loaded to pull the biggest double loop of his life. Will he stick a big one with a 100kmh swing under the Kite?
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18 July 2024
Road to Double loop / EP 4
Episode four is live - It’s time
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04 July 2024
Road to Double loop / EP 3
Episode three is live - Free Falling x10
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27 June 2024
Road to Double loop / EP 2
Episode two is here - and whether Jetto likes it or not, he’s making his ‘Double Debut’.
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20 June 2024
Road to Double loop / EP 1
Would you do a double loop for a North Kiteboarding sponsorship? Jetto would, or at the very least - he’ll try.
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17 June 2024
North Welcomes Wingfoil Prodigy Ernesto de Amicis to International Team
The 15-year-old sets sights on World Champion with North International Team
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22 May 2024
Nathalie Lambrecht wins Full Power Tarifa
Nathalie Lambrecht takes out 1st place at Full Power Tarifa.
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17 May 2024
Hugh Pinfold and Navigator Pro interview
As seen in the latest KiteMag Issue #56
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13 May 2024
North Sonar MA v2 | Wing Foil Review
North Sonar MA v2: Alvaro Bajo, North's ambassador, reviews the North Sonar MA v2 main features and feelings compared to the previous model. Hi! I’m Alvaro Bajo, Madrileño living by the sea in A Coruña (Spain). After having practiced literally all water sports, I began my wing foil journey in May'21 to become my favourite by far! My best sessions sor far have been at Esmelle (local), Pozo Izquierdo (national) and Lake Garda (international). I’m quite sure my coming trip to Mauritius will change this a little bit haha. My wing foil setup is the Nova Pro, Seek 4’6” and Sonar MA850v2 combined with the S208 stab, CF85 mast and C600 fuselage. I stared surf foiling a week ago and I’m totally hooked! I ride the Swell 4’6” and the Sonar SF930 combined with the S215 stab, CF72 mast and C600 fuselage. My goal is to motivate people to get into foiling, choose the best gear and improve their technique by creating videos for my YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/c/alvarobajo).
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02 May 2024
Driven | Capucine Delannoy's life as a Kitesurfing World Champion
As published by Kitesurfing Magazine Nationality: France, French Republic Sponsors: North, Mystic Specialist discipline: Strapless Freestyle, Surf Home spot: Prea Brazil
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29 April 2024
North Navigator Pro | Feat. Hugh Pinfold and Brent Tucker.
Director of design and engineering Hugh Pinfold and Product Manager Brent Tucker sit down with Adrian Kerr from Kitesurf365 to take a deep dive into the new pro version of the Navigator.
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26 April 2024
Big Air Podium for Women of North at 2024 Lords of Tram | Bacares, France
Words Courtesy of Ian McKinnon, GKA
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12 April 2024
The Innovators - North’s New Shiftlock System
As seen in the latest the Foiling Magazine - We spoke with North Foils’ Director of Design & Engineering, Hugh Pinfold, and Jeroen Hammer, Design Engineer at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare, to talk about the development of North’s new ShiftLock system, integrated into their new wing handle designs. We also couldn’t resist a little check in with North Foils’ Product Manager Uli Sommerlatt on the new North Nova Pro wing, upon which you’ll find the new ShiftLock system.
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12 April 2024
2024 North Nova Pro: Full Review | Hydrofoil Academy
"It is a next-generation wing. They have taken a lot of R&D from previous years and taken it three steps further... I was impressed with its look and feel. It's very refined." - Hydrofoil Academy
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12 April 2024
North Navigator Pro - Hands On Review
"A highly thought-through and well-designed bar from the designer Hugh Pinfold over at North Kiteboarding" - Jeff Howard (Kiteboarding.com) In this detailed breakdown of the all-new Navigator Pro control system, Jeff provides a comprehensive overview of all the features that make life out on the water a lot easier with the Navigator Pro.
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12 April 2024
North Navigator PRO Control System 2024 | Surfpirates
"We really like the new line length breakdown. You can now easily drop to 12m for kite foiling or short line mega loops" - Surfpirates GmBH.
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12 April 2024
North Navigator Pro Kiteboarding Bar Review | Houston Kiteboarding
"I love the lines; they still use their high-quality SK99 lines on the new bar." - Chris Summers. "We love the newly designed grips. Traditionally, these are only glued to the bar. However, these look like they are stitched, making the grip much more durable." - Bobby Deaton.
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12 April 2024
North Seek 2024 | Wing Foil Review
North Seek 2024: Alvaro Bajo, North's ambassador, reviews the North Seek 2024 main features and feelings compared to the previous model. Hi! I’m Alvaro Bajo, Madrileño living by the sea in A Coruña (Spain). After having practiced literally all water sports, I began my wing foil journey in May'21 to become my favourite by far! My best sessions sor far have been at Esmelle (local), Pozo Izquierdo (national) and Lake Garda (international). I’m quite sure my coming trip to Mauritius will change this a little bit haha. My wing foil setup is the Nova Pro, Seek 4’6” and Sonar MA850v2 combined with the S208 stab, CF85 mast and C600 fuselage. I stared surf foiling a week ago and I’m totally hooked! I ride the Swell 4’6” and the Sonar SF930 combined with the S215 stab, CF72 mast and C600 fuselage. My goal is to motivate people to get into foiling, choose the best gear and improve their technique by creating videos for my YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/c/alvarobajo).
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08 April 2024
The Rise of Baby Shark
Tune into the remarkable kiteboarding journey detailing the ascent of Josué San Ferreira, aka ‘Baby Shark’, as he goes from raw talent in rural Brazil to international acclaim.
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29 March 2024
Toeside Tack | Wing Foil Tips
Toeside Tack: If you already know how to Jibe, it’s time to go for the Tacks. North's ambassador Alvaro Bajo tells you his tips to make your learning journey easier. Hi! I’m Alvaro Bajo, Madrileño living by the sea in A Coruña (Spain). After having practiced literally all water sports, I began my wing foil journey in May'21 to become my favourite by far! My best sessions sor far have been at Esmelle (local), Pozo Izquierdo (national) and Lake Garda (international). I’m quite sure my coming trip to Mauritius will change this a little bit haha. My wing foil setup is the Nova Pro, Seek 4’6” and Sonar MA850v2 combined with the S208 stab, CF85 mast and C600 fuselage. I stared surf foiling a week ago and I’m totally hooked! I ride the Swell 4’6” and the Sonar SF930 combined with the S215 stab, CF72 mast and C600 fuselage. My goal is to motivate people to get into foiling, choose the best gear and improve their technique by creating videos for my YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/c/alvarobajo).
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29 March 2024
Toeside Jibe | Wing Foil Tips
Toeside Jibe: The Toeside Jibe is the first and easier transition to learn. North's ambassador Alvaro Bajo tells you his tips to make your learning journey easier. Hi! I’m Alvaro Bajo, Madrileño living by the sea in A Coruña (Spain). After having practiced literally all water sports, I began my wing foil journey in May'21 to become my favourite by far! My best sessions sor far have been at Esmelle (local), Pozo Izquierdo (national) and Lake Garda (international). I’m quite sure my coming trip to Mauritius will change this a little bit haha. My wing foil setup is the Nova Pro, Seek 4’6” and Sonar MA850v2 combined with the S208 stab, CF85 mast and C600 fuselage. I stared surf foiling a week ago and I’m totally hooked! I ride the Swell 4’6” and the Sonar SF930 combined with the S215 stab, CF72 mast and C600 fuselage. My goal is to motivate people to get into foiling, choose the best gear and improve their technique by creating videos for my YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/c/alvarobajo).
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29 March 2024
Heineken Jibe | Wing Foil Tips
Heineken Jibe: The Heineken Jibe is not only a stylist transition but also a very efficient one. North's ambassador Alvaro Bajo tells you his tips to make your learning journey easier. Hi! I’m Alvaro Bajo, Madrileño living by the sea in A Coruña (Spain). After having practiced literally all water sports, I began my wing foil journey in May'21 to become my favourite by far! My best sessions sor far have been at Esmelle (local), Pozo Izquierdo (national) and Lake Garda (international). I’m quite sure my coming trip to Mauritius will change this a little bit haha. My wing foil setup is the Nova Pro, Seek 4’6” and Sonar MA850v2 combined with the S208 stab, CF85 mast and C600 fuselage. I stared surf foiling a week ago and I’m totally hooked! I ride the Swell 4’6” and the Sonar SF930 combined with the S215 stab, CF72 mast and C600 fuselage. My goal is to motivate people to get into foiling, choose the best gear and improve their technique by creating videos for my YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/c/alvarobajo).
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29 March 2024
North Mode Pro | Wing Foil Review
North Mode Pro: Alvaro Bajo, North's ambassador, talks about North Mode Pro new materials, features and feelings compared to the previous model. Hi! I’m Alvaro Bajo, Madrileño living by the sea in A Coruña (Spain). After having practiced literally all water sports, I began my wing foil journey in May'21 to become my favourite by far! My best sessions sor far have been at Esmelle (local), Pozo Izquierdo (national) and Lake Garda (international). I’m quite sure my coming trip to Mauritius will change this a little bit haha. My wing foil setup is the Nova Pro, Seek 4’6” and Sonar MA850v2 combined with the S208 stab, CF85 mast and C600 fuselage. I stared surf foiling a week ago and I’m totally hooked! I ride the Swell 4’6” and the Sonar SF930 combined with the S215 stab, CF72 mast and C600 fuselage. My goal is to motivate people to get into foiling, choose the best gear and improve their technique by creating videos for my YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/c/alvarobajo).
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29 March 2024
North Nova Pro | Wing Foil Review (unboxing and first impressions)
North Nova Pro: POV unboxing and review of the new North Nova Pro featuring the ShiftLock Modular System by North's ambassador Alvaro Bajo. Hi! I’m Alvaro Bajo, Madrileño living by the sea in A Coruña (Spain). After having practiced literally all water sports, I began my wing foil journey in May'21 to become my favourite by far! My best sessions sor far have been at Esmelle (local), Pozo Izquierdo (national) and Lake Garda (international). I’m quite sure my coming trip to Mauritius will change this a little bit haha. My wing foil setup is the Nova Pro, Seek 4’6” and Sonar MA850v2 combined with the S208 stab, CF85 mast and C600 fuselage. I stared surf foiling a week ago and I’m totally hooked! I ride the Swell 4’6” and the Sonar SF930 combined with the S215 stab, CF72 mast and C600 fuselage. My goal is to motivate people to get into foiling, choose the best gear and improve their technique by creating videos for my YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/c/alvarobajo).
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28 March 2024
Tune in! Nova Pro & ShiftLock on The Wing Life Podcast
North Foils brand director Mike Raper, and director of design and engineering Hugh Pinfold catch up with Luc Moore on the latest Wing Life Podcast - talking about the new Nova Pro and ShiftLock Modular Track Mounting System.
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26 March 2024
Mixing it up: North welcomes Oswald Smith to International Team
North Kiteboarding is thrilled to announce the latest addition to the International Team: the dynamic Oswald ‘Ozzie’ Smith.
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08 March 2024
Sailing technology re-imagined. The Nova Pro with ShiftLock.
The all-new Nova Pro by North delivers light and precise handling in every wind range, with ShiftLock, an industry-first Modular Track Mounting System for finely tuned performance and control.
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08 March 2024
Auto-unwinding and compatible with any kite | North launches new Navigator Pro Control System
When you’re designing a new control bar, safety, comfort, ease of use, and performance are all front of mind. With durable and modular parts that are easy to replace, to ensure you and your bar enjoy a longer lifespan. The new Navigator Pro from North is an engineering breakthrough – 20% lighter, 20% stronger, and safer than ever.
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27 February 2024
North Kiteboarding enters the race for Olympic Gold
North Kiteboarding is teaming up with a leading paragliding designer to join the race for Olympic gold in the Formula Kite Class.
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13 February 2024
North welcomes Francesca Maini
Soaring to New Heights in the World of Kiteboarding.
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15 January 2024
Nathalie Lambrecht joins North
A force to be reckoned with. North welcomes Big Air / Freestyle Pro Rider Nathalie Lambrecht to the team in 2024. Read her Q&A from El Gouna, Egypt below.
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09 January 2024
Soul soaring in Patagonia
Three kiters, three wing-foilers. Adventure time for the North family in Argentina. Patagonia Adventures - WATCH NOW With its beautiful waters, pristine views, snowy mountains, and welcoming locals, Patagonia became the backdrop for an adventure that was not merely about kiting or wingfoiling. It was an adventure for the soul – filled with many, many campfires, BBQs and gin and tonics on islands, snowboarding, empanadas, horseriding, fishing and impromptu dancing to stay warm. North Team riders Nick Jacobsen, Graham Howe, Jett Bradshaw, Fabi Muhmenthaler, Chucho Nonnot and Bowien van der Linden joined camera crew Kyle Cabano, Leo Hochgrassl, Matias Cornalino, Marcos Aguirre for a whirlwind 10 days hosted by Santa Tabla. "It was one of the wildest trips we had ever been on; each day that passed blew our expectations out of the water, from the sunsets in Santa Tabla to mountaintops glazed with an enchanting blanket of fresh snow. Together, we winged on icy lakes, kiteboarded on melting snow rivers and drank never-ending flasks of steamy maté tea." Adiós, for now, Argentina, but our memories of Patagonia will linger on, etched in our hearts forever. -The North team
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22 December 2023
Here’s to Jesse Richman
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19 December 2023
NEW Sonar SF830 | SF680 Front Wings
Bigger Surf. Faster Swell. The new SF830 and SF680 Front Wings are engineered for efficient glide and effortless pumping, with an evolved foil section and refined tips for tight, banking turns with speed and ease. CATCH THE HIGH VIDEO Watch the new SF SERIES YouTube Video with Sylvain Mitault
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14 December 2023
BIG Jump - Nick Jacobsen
The one and only, Nick Jacobsen dares it all at the BIG HQ Building, designed by the Bjarke Ingels Group. BIG Jump - WATCH NOW How did you find setting up your kite? Setting up and launching the kite was the main hurtle. When I had the permit to jump, I went into the research process straight away. I could pick any wind direction I wanted. The North-Easterly winds were the best, as it would be a nice mellow and stable wind coming from the ocean, without any obstacles disturbing. When laying my lines out, we noticed that I had almost no space on top of that roof. So, we had to launch the kite with slacked lines, and just hoping for the kite to catch wind before the lines would get caught up with different things popping up from the floor. As soon as the kite was above my head flying, it was such a big relief. From that point the rest was a walk in the park. What was your favourite thing about the BIG HQ iconic building? My favorite thing about this building is, its location. I have been kiting a few times around the area, and always thought to myself, that it would be great to fly off one of these buildings one day. The architecture is quite mind blowing. The attention to details is next level. When walking around inside the building, there´s just small things catching your eye constantly. A piece of art. How did you feel on the day about the jump? I felt great after the jump. I was not too happy with my first descent, so I decided to jump it again.After my second jump, I rushed home to pick up my son from daycare.
