The gear market was active, with several new collections and product updates. ION released its Amaze Amp Shorty wetsuit and new Fall/Winter 2027 wetsuit collection, alongside fresh colourways for its Spectre and Riot Light harnesses. Mystic also launched its FW26/27 waterwear collection, designed for cold water conditions like those found in Lofoten. In event news, video applications are open for the Red Bull King of the Air Qualifier South Africa 2026. Nolot and Stragiotti achieved European Champion titles in Akyaka after intense racing. Harlem Kitesurfing announced a partnership with OceanPulse, extending their environmental efforts beyond manufacturing.
This Week in Kitesurfing: New Gear, Event Updates, and Environmental Partnerships

This week brought new gear launches from ION and Mystic, providing options for both warm and cold water sessions. Riders can now submit video applications for the Red Bull King of the Air Qualifier South Africa 2026.
In this edition
On the water
- Nolot and Stragiotti Crowned European Champions in AkyakaNolot and Stragiotti secured the European Champion titles in Akyaka after a week of dramatic racing.
- Red Bull King of the Air 2026 Video Applications OpenRiders can submit a one-minute Big Air video edit to apply for the Red Bull King of the Air Qualifier South Africa 2026.
New gear
- ION Amaze Amp Shorty wetsuit launchedION released the Amaze Amp Shorty wetsuit for women, featuring Max_Flex technology for flexibility during high-energy sessions.
- ION Products Releases Fall/Winter 2027 Wetsuit CollectionION Products introduced its new range of women's wetsuits and cold weather accessories for the Fall/Winter 2027 season.
- Mystic Launches FW26/27 Waterwear Collection for Cold WaterMystic launched its FW26/27 waterwear collection, including wetsuits and harnesses, built for conditions like those in Lofoten.
- ION Spectre and Riot Light Harnesses Receive New Colourways for FW27ION released new white-inspired colour options for its Spectre and Riot Light kite harnesses for the Fall/Winter 2027 season.
The week in full
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Every story in this edition
- Red Bull King of the Air 2026 Video Applications Open
- Nolot and Stragiotti Crowned European Champions in Akyaka
- ION Amaze Amp Shorty wetsuit launched
- Harlem Kitesurfing partners with OceanPulse
- ION Products Releases Fall/Winter 2027 Wetsuit Collection
- ION Spectre and Riot Light Harnesses Receive New Colourways for FW27
- Mystic Launches FW26/27 Waterwear Collection for Cold Water
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