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Ocean Rodeo earned three nominations at the prestigious AWSI Awards, underscoring its leadership in kiteboarding innovation and athlete excellence. Nominated for Kiteboarding Brand of the Year, the brand celebrates its standout riders, including Male Athlete of the Year Reece Myerscough and top female athlete contender Frances Kelly. 

Reece Myerscough battled strong winds and rough seas at the Sylt Strapless GKA World Cup, confidently winning his first heat and advancing through the competition. Despite challenging 25-30 knot gusts and a rugged sea state, Reece’s speed and technical skill stood out, showcasing his prowess in strapless freestyle racing. His performance at Sylt highlights his growing reputation as a top contender in the kiteboarding world.

Ocean Rodeo proudly welcomes Dutch Big Air talent Giel Vlugt to the team as they launch their new ALUULA composite Big Air kite range. At 26, Giel brings a creative riding style and fierce ambition, aiming to win major Big Air events including Red Bull King of the Air. Growing up in a water-sports family, Giel is passionate about strong winds and big jumps, powered by Ocean Rodeo’s lightweight and strong gear. He’s excited to collaborate closely with the design team to reach new performance heights and push boundaries in kiteboarding.

Jakob Alkil, Ocean Rodeo’s European lead, shares his obsession with kitesurfing and the transformative power of ALUULA technology. He highlights the A-Series kites for their incredible speed, responsiveness, and ability to perform in both strong and light winds. Jakob’s vision is to see ALUULA kites dominate the waters, offering riders superior control and airtime in conditions that leave other kites grounded. His dedication to growing the brand and dealer network reflects his passion and belief in the innovation behind Ocean Rodeo.

Ryan Parsons, is welcomed to the Ocean Rodeo pro rider team. Known for his explosive boosting style and evolving technical prowess, Ryan has been passionate about kiteboarding since childhood. His youthful energy and commitment make him a promising addition to the brand's roster, as he aims to push the limits of big air and strapless freestyle kiteboarding on Ocean Rodeo’s cutting-edge gear.

Keh-Lung Su, known for tackling Cape Town’s challenging winds on strapless boards, joins Ocean Rodeo with a passion rooted in surfing. As a fan of big air riding icons like Airton Cozzolino, Keh-Lung is eager to master new tricks like the strapless rodeo boogie loop. Initially skeptical about ALUULA composites, flying the HL-Series Crave changed his mind, praising their lightness, strength, and unbeatable drifting. He believes ALUULA tech will revolutionize light wind kiting and drastically outpace traditional Dacron kites.

Camilo Uribe shares how the ALUULA A-Series kite revolutionized his kiteboarding experience, offering unmatched stability and performance in variable wind conditions. Known for its light wind capabilities and quick turning, the kite gave him effortless water relaunches during a challenging offshore session. Camilo loves ALUULA’s durability and lightness. He’s excited for future ALUULA Hybrid Light kites, combining strength with performance, and anticipates great things from the ALUULA Glide wing.

Chase Leibfritz shares his transformative experience with Ocean Rodeo’s ALUULA A-Series kites in Salt Lake City. Initially hesitant about the higher cost, he was quickly convinced by the incredible light-wind performance and strong handling in Utah’s variable conditions. Chase shares how the kite excels with low wind, allowing long rides and tricks even in gusty scenarios. 

Discover the differences between ALUULA composite fabric and traditional Dacron used in kites. ALUULA is lighter and stiffer, improving kite performance and handling across varied wind conditions. This material also enhances durability and stability, offering a different riding experience compared to conventional kite fabrics.

Ocean Rodeo has launched its new signature store in Tarifa, the heart of Europe’s kiteboarding scene. The store is fully stocked with the latest gear and features a demo wall where visitors can try innovative kites and wings. With champion riders on hand, customers get expert guidance and support, making it a hub for kiters visiting this windy hotspot. The store also offers rentals and used gear, aiming to enhance the Tarifa kiteboarding experience for all levels.

At a recent Australian kitesurfing Big Air competition, all top riders flew Ocean Rodeo A-Series Roam kites featuring the innovative ALUULA composite airframe. These kites stood out in terms of their exceptional lightness, strength, and responsiveness. The reduced weight and increased rigidity allowed riders to perform with consistent power and control even in challenging conditions, marking a significant step forward in kite design and performance.

The Tumbler is Ocean Rodeo’s latest twintip board, specially crafted for Big Air kitesurfing. Combining the brand’s heritage of tough, durable design with innovations tailored for big jumps, it offers riders the control and resilience needed for high-intensity competition and progression.