ABW March 2014

K
iteboarding is a spectacular, sport pitching
men and women of all ages against
wind and water. It might look easy, but it’s a tad more
complicated than it appears and takes years to master.
Successful kiteboarding combines wake boarding,
surfing, wind surfing, para-gliding and even gymnastics
as board riders seek greater heights and faster speeds
as they strive to overcome each other and the elements.
Once the basic skills have been mastered, kiteboarding is
great fun and the 1.5 million enthusiasts worldwide
enjoy the camaraderie, competition and thrill of what is,
perhaps, an extreme sport. Conditions in many parts of
the Philippines are ideal for kiteboarding and a number of
schools have been established to promote its growth.
Mark Anthony
Ready for action in Vigan