KSO Athlete Profile
Jesse Richman
VerifiedUnited States
Two-time Red Bull King of the Air winner and Hawaiian big-air and big-wave pioneer.
Country
United States
Main discipline
Big Air
About
Born and raised on Maui, Jesse Richman is one of the most complete riders in kiteboarding: a two-time Red Bull King of the Air champion in 2013 and 2020, an early world-tour title holder, and the first kitesurfer to get barreled at Jaws. He holds records for enormous tow-up heights and has been named Kiteboarder of the Year multiple times. Richman blends big air, big waves and Hawaiian watermanship like few others.
Achievements
- 2020
Red Bull King of the Air
- 2013
Red Bull King of the Air
Posts & News
News stories, Journal articles and community posts tagging or mentioning this profile.
Frequently asked questions
- Which disciplines does Jesse Richman ride?
- Jesse Richman rides primarily Big Air, Wave / Strapless in kitesurfing.
- Where is Jesse Richman from?
- Jesse Richman is listed on KitesurfingOfficial as representing United States.
- Which results are listed for Jesse Richman?
- The profile lists: Red Bull King of the Air (2020); Red Bull King of the Air (2013).
- Where can I follow Jesse Richman?
- The links to Instagram are on this profile.
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