Kitesoul Magazine #12 English Edition

session with my mates. This is why I love kiting
so much.
Our tired limbs somehow manage to pack up our
gear on the beach, fortunate for the last glows
of daylight. Still in our damp wetsuits with our
hands and feet cold to the core, we dive into the
pool at the house. Warm water slowly defrosts
our extremities, the stars shining in the sky, we
are silent as we re-live the days highlights in our
weightless state.
We pull off our wetsuits and hang them in the
trees in the garden, hoping in vain that they will
dry by the morning. We argue over who showers
first. I run in to enjoy a nice steamy shower to
scrub off the remaining sand and salt.
Dressed and ready, we are going out for dinner in
the village. The Hub is a beautiful two story building,
newly renovated to honour the native Protea
flower that grows locally. Downstairs is a small
cafe and a small grocer where you can always
find fresh, local, organic produce. The restaurant
above is a reflection of this organic attitude. It is
pizza night tonight, and even the Italians concur
that it is very special, “buonissimo”! The standard
of food here is amazing, a testament to the quality
of the local produce. Home made and home
grown is a very Scarberian attitude, everyone
seems very aware of their ecological footprint.
It’s fantastic to see a town that is so advanced
in their environmental awareness. When you find
yourself in Scarborough, you must visit this very
special place.
Sliding under the sheets, my body tired from the
days adventures, I can’t help but feeling a sense
of contentment. Svetlana is pleased with her
work, I am really happy with my riding and the
action in the water, Abel and Werhter are relieved
that the kites have passed their final exam and
Roberto, well Roberto is smiling like always and
telling us again what a beautiful place and what
a perfect session. I feel so grateful to be part of
the RRD family.
We have been buzzing waiting for the Redbull
King of the Air finals. One of our team riders, Jerry,
has been going extremely well, smashing his
heats and even ending up on the front page of
the Cape Argus. We are so proud of him and so
are making the 1 and a half hour drive over to Big
Bay, Blouuberg to cheer him on. The forecast for
this afternoon is insane, we are all pumped for
big waves, strong wind and huge airs!
We drive over Ou Karksavvag, and are blessed
with the most beautiful views from the mountain.
Cape Town city is beautiful, the sparse tall buildings
are dwarfed by the majestic Table Mountain.
The sea is an endless sparkling sapphire, dotted