Adriaan Louw Interview
Adriaan Louw Interview Adriaan Louw is a sixteen year old kiteboarder and adrenaline junkie, born and raised in one of the windiest cities in the world, Cape Town, South Africa. From karting to mountain biking, surfing, and kiting, he’s always had a need for speed. Since he was young, he has always wanted to do […]
Mitchell Doyle Markgraaff Interview
Mitchell Doyle Markgraaff Interview Mitchell, for those that don’t know, what’s your story so far? I was born and raised in the R&D lab; a petri-dish brainchild of Clinton and Graham. Jokes aside, I am from Durban, born in ‘94, and I’ve been in Cape Town for about 7 years now. I believe video […]
Speed Dialer Thruster Fin Set
Behind the Design – AK Speed Dialer Thruster Fin Set. Designed in collaboration with Spanish strapless kiteboarding sensation, Kiko Roig Torres, the Speed Dialers are optimized for down-the-line speed when surfing, and provide increased pop when used in freestyle kitesurfing conditions. We go behind the design with Craig Tompkins… Hey Craig, let’s […]
Method Hardback Waist Harness
The AK Method Hardback Waist Harness “To me, the Method harness is one of the best kiteboarding harnesses ever made. It fits so well into your back, that you don’t even know it’s there. The light weight and rigidity also make it one of the best harnesses I have ever used, perfect for my […]
Xavi Corr GWA 2022 U16 World Youth Champion
Xavi Corr – GWA 2022 U16 World Youth Champion for Slalom & Freestyle Photos: GWA & Samuel Cardenas. Sponsors: FreeWing & Sooruz. Xavi recently won the U16 World Youth Championships for Slalom and Freestyle, and went on to win his first World Cup tour stop, which is an amazing achievement at his age. Well done, […]
Keh-Lung Su Interview
Keh-Lung Su Interview Give us the run down; who you are, what you do, and why you do it… Well, hey, my name is Keh-Lung Su and I’m from Cape Town, South Africa. While saying that, I should add that I’m actually half Taiwanese, half South African, to clear up any confusion with my […]
Modular Hydrofoil Platform
Hydrofoiling has opened up the playground and allowed us to utilize the smallest waves, flattest lakes, and light wind conditions to bring a new sensation to performance surfing. Our love for the sport has inspired the modular hydrofoil platform, which is suitable for crossover use in surf, wake, pump, and wind sports. From your very […]
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Tao Farren-Hefer Interview
Tao Farren-Hefer Interview Having wrapped up the first 3 parts of the Pathways documentary series, we decided to catch up with the producer to talk shop. Tao Farren-Hefer is a good friend of ours, and a proudly South African filmmaker & photographer. His favorite fields are character-based social impact and brand documentaries, which made him the […]
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Introducing the Staple Collection
Introducing the Staple Collection In collaboration with Dale Staples, we are proud to introduce the Staple Collection. The collection includes the all-new Staple Carbon featuring our AeroCore construction wrapped in a carbon skin, Dale’s signature rear traction set, and the addition of a Staple medium to the Staple fin sets. We took a drive […]
Hex Traction Application Video
AK Hex Traction Application Video The AK Hex traction is a modular traction set, allowing riders to set up a custom configuration to suit their preference. Designed with a low profile streamlined grooving, this traction allows for the most direct connection to the deck of your board without compromising the high-level grip of traditional surf […]
Welcome to the Team Dylan Osborne
WELCOME TO THE TEAM DYLAN OSBORNE We’re stoked to welcome Dylan to the team, representing the South African crew in the kiteboarding mecca of Cape Town. A born and bred Cape Town local, Dylan grew up on the coast he still calls home. We decided to catch up and bond over a little Q&A, so […]
Plasma Hydrofoil Unboxing with Jack Rieder
AK Plasma Hydrofoil Unboxing with Jack Rieder Jack just got mail! Join him as he unpacks his new Plasma Hydrofoil setup and runs us through the components, with a few tips and tricks along the way… Featured Products AK Plasma Hydrofoil – High Aspect Ratio AK Phazer Foilboard
Wingfoil Water Entry How To
Wingfoil Water Entry How To In the first episode of our Wingfoil How To series, Florian Jung shows us how to enter the water safely and get up on the foil. In this tutorial, you will learn how to carry your board, assess the landscape, paddle out, and get up and moving on the […]
Wingfoil Jibe and Tack How To
Wingfoil Jibe and Tack How To In the second episode of our Wingfoil How To series, Florian Jung shows us how to jibe and tack on the wingfoil. In this tutorial, you will learn how to change direction at any time, gaining full control of your hydrofoil and wing… Here’s the breakdown: […]
Wingfoil 360 Air How To
Wingfoil 360 Air How To In the third episode of our Wingfoil How To series, Florian Jung shows us how do a 360 Air on the wingfoil. In this tutorial, you will learn how to dial in your 360 Airs and take your wingfoiling to the next level… Here’s the breakdown: In […]
Dale Staples Chasing Cyclones
Dales Staples Chasing Cyclones on the East Coast. Follow Dale as he chases down storms in the hopes of finding perfect tropical barrels on the East coast of Africa. Last minute flights and shifting conditions made this an interesting trip, and when the waves weren’t on, the local scenery did not disappoint… Produced By: Staples […]
Catching Up with Flo Jung
CATCHING UP WITH FLO JUNG One of the world’s most progressive windsurfers, Flo has been in the pro game for over a decade on the constant hunt for perfect waves around the globe. Living for the wind and the ocean, he splits his time between the coastline around Hamburg, and Cape Town. Flo’s interaction with […]
How to Pump on a Hydrofoil
How To Pump on a Hydrofoil In the third episode of our Hydrofoil How To series, Zane Schweitzer shows us how to pump efficiently on a hydrofoil. In this tutorial, you will learn how to keep that forward momentum, utilizing a full body swing to create a powerful burst, and link up the next […]
How to Beach Start on a Hydrofoil
How To Beach Start on a Hydrofoil In the second episode of our Hydrofoil How To series, Zane Schweitzer shows us how to beach start on a hydrofoil safely and efficiently. In this hydrofoil beach start tutorial, you will learn how to select the ideal location, with a decent drop off and obstruction free […]
How to Dock Start on a Hydrofoil
How To Dock Start on a Hydrofoil In the first episode of our Hydrofoil How To series, Zane Schweitzer shows us how to dock start on a hydrofoil safely, and with maximum efficiency. In this tutorial, you will learn how to select the ideal location, with a decent runway and obstruction free waterway, and then […]
Hydrofoil How To Podcast
AK Hydrofoil How To Podcast Join Clinton Filen and Dave Kay as they discuss the broad theory behind hydrofoil design and components, with tips and tuning advice to help you on your hydrofoiling journey… Featured Products AK Compact Wingboard AK Plasma – High Aspect Ratio AK Tracer – Medium Aspect Ratio AK Trek […]
Pathways featuring Zane Schweitzer
Pathways featuring Zane Schweitzer Join us as we dive into the world of Maui born waterman, Zane Schweitzer. Filmmaker, Tao Farren-Hefer, takes a fly on the wall approach to unpack what has led Zane from his childhood on the water, to competition wins and a near death experience, up to his current life as an internationally recognized […]