This Week in Kitesurfing: Wetsuits and Bigair action
KitesurfingOfficial··1h ago·1 min read
This week saw gear releases for colder waters from multiple brands. Riders also competed in the GKA Hydrofoil Bigair World Championships. New wetsuit technology aims to keep riders warmer and more flexible.
Gear for colder conditions dominated the news this week with new wetsuit technology and collections. ION released its Amp Level wetsuits, featuring Graphene_Plush 2.0 lining and Max_Flex technology. Ride Engine introduced the RE_X wetsuit collection, designed for winter conditions. Manera also launched its U-Zip system for select Seafarer wetsuits, adding a new technical feature. Meanwhile, competition was strong at the GKA Hydrofoil Bigair World Championships in Sylt, Germany. Hugo Wigglesworth, a competitor, reached the semifinals and finals in the event.
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