RRD
Multi-Sport Brand
Primary market
Worldwide
Origin
Italy
Founded
1989
Headquarters
Italy
RRD is a Multi-Sport Brand profile on KitesurfingOfficial with a focus on kites, kiteboards, wetsuits and wings. Founded in 1989 in Italy. Explore the linked listings to see where this brand appears across kite shops, schools and trips in the KSO Trusted Network.
Brand overview
RRD develops windsurfing, kitesurfing, SUP, surf and wing foiling equipment and apparel.
RRD, or Roberto Ricci Designs, is an Italian multi-sport brand established in 1989 by Roberto Ricci. The brand's origins span Tuscany, Italy, and Maui, Hawaii. RRD first introduced a production collection, including windsurf boards and clothing, at a Munich trade show in 1994. By 1996, RRD expanded into kitesurfing, developing both kites and boards and becoming known for models such as the Religion and Passion. Headquartered in Grosseto, southern Tuscany, with a sail loft in Castiglione della Pescaia, RRD conducts its in-house research and development in Talamone, Italy. The brand's product range includes equipment for kitesurfing, windsurfing, wingfoiling, SUP, and surf, alongside technical clothing that incorporates high-tech fabrics like SURFLEX® and techno-tailored designs. Roberto Ricci initially handcrafted prototype windsurf boards.
Brand focus
About the brand
RRD was founded in 1989 by Roberto Ricci, a windsurfing enthusiast from Tuscany, Italy, initially producing windsurf boards. From the 2000s the brand diversified into kitesurfing, SUP, surf, foiling and apparel.
History
The story behind RRD
RRD, an abbreviation for Roberto Ricci Designs, was founded in 1989 by Roberto Ricci. Its origins are traced to both Tuscany, Italy, and Maui, Hawaii. The brand's first production collection, featuring windsurf boards and clothing, debuted in 1994 at a Munich trade show. RRD expanded its offerings into kitesurfing by 1996, developing kites and boards. The company's headquarters are located in Grosseto, southern Tuscany, with a sail loft in Castiglione della Pescaia. In-house research and development are conducted in Talamone, Italy. Roberto Ricci initially handcrafted prototype windsurf boards.
Updated 06/06/2026