Monthly Archives: August 2011

2012 Wainman Hawaii Rabbit Kites

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Paul

2nd Generation of Wainman Hawaii Kites to Debute Soon After a long awaited period (3 years), Wainman Hawaii is coming out with the 2nd generation series of Rabbit Kites! These kitesurfing kites have been a popular new choice for many … Continue reading →

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2012 Ocean Rodeo Mako King

Posted on August 19, 2011 by Paul

Air Padre definitely condones the use of the Ocean Rodeo Mako and Mako King. Among the equipment being released in this modern day age of kiteboarding, we find redemption in the continuing success of these unique boards brought to us … Continue reading →

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Buy 2012 Dakine Kiteboarding Harnesses

Posted on August 18, 2011 by Paul

Dakine’s 2012 kiteboarding harnesses are looking better than ever! A few new additions have been added to the line-up, including the 2012 Dakine Vega and women’s Vision. Refinements have also been made to the pre-existing Nitrous HD, Chameleon, Fusion, Rengade, … Continue reading →

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San Padre – South Padre Island

Posted on August 14, 2011 by Paul

Where is South Padre Island? – Commonly referred to as ‘San Padre Island’ Many people ask, “Where is San Padre Island?” The question is valid; however, first we need to address the fact that it is not called ‘San Padre’. … Continue reading →

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How to Attach GoPro to a Kitesurfing Kite

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Paul

KiteHero has been coming out with some cool GoPro accessories lately. The kiteboard fin mount, kitesurfing lines mount, and now their latest product is the KiteHero Kite CamRig. The Camrig is an assembly that allows you to attach a waterproof … Continue reading →

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GoPole Handles, Poles, Floats for GoPro

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Paul

GoPole is a new company coming out with some great accessories for the GoPro HD video cameras. The creators at GoPole decided to start making hand-held extensions to attach the GoPro cameras on so it can be easier to shoot … Continue reading →

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Air Padre in Mexican Shopping Magazine

Posted on August 7, 2011 by Paul

Air Padre Kiteboarding was recently published in August 2011 edition – volume number 57 – of the De Shopping En el Valle de Texas. The magazine is geared towards shopping, events and activities in Mission, McAllen, Hidalgo, Pharr, Edinburg, Weslaco, … Continue reading →

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2012 Slingshot Kite Surfboards

Posted on August 7, 2011 by Paul

The 2012 Slingshot Surfboards have been recently released! The line up consists of 5 new kite surfboards and one skimboard including: the Celeritas, Pit, Tyrant, Dialer, Knee Swacker, and Reform. All of the boards are made with WVS (Wood Veneer … Continue reading →

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Choosing the Right Size Kiteboard

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Paul

Tips and considerations when trying to find the best kiteboard to choose as a beginner There can be a lot of choices when you decide to purchase your first kiteboarding board. Unlike many other boardsports where there is one main … Continue reading →

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