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Continue readingMEET OUR 2x WORLD RECORD SLACKLINER
Name: Rafael Bridi
Nationality: Brazilian
Age: 33 years
Sport: Slackline
Guiness World Records: 2
Photos: ©Rafael Bridi | SUBTECH SPORTS
We are stoked to introduce our new TEAM SUBTECH athlete, Rafael Bridi who’s a really impressive slackliner. Rafael currently holds two Guiness World Records and a number of Brazilian and Latin American Records.
The first Guiness World Record was made in 2017, where he walked 670 meters across Wanfu Lake in China.
The second world record was done just recently. A mind blowing 260 meter long highline in the crater of an active volcano in Mount Yasur in Tanna Island, Vanuatu.
-How did you get started with slackline?
At first slackline was a pleasure activity where I faced a big challenge trying to balance myself and get across of it’s full length. This moment happened at my friends backyard and this day has stuck with me forever.
I have a strong background as an athlete so I have a very challenging mentality where I need to accomplish the targets I set to myself.
So in the beginning with the slackline it was more about how I can’t manage to get across when I do good on so many others balance sports in general.
Paralell to get introduced to slackline I was starting my engineering studies. This combination brought me lot of deep learning from the dedication I channeled to my personal growth and slackline was a big part of that.
Right in the beginning of my practice I got introduced by a friend about the possibilities of practicing highline. I had to dedicate a lot of time practicing, studying and creating connections outside Brazil to make the first highline walk a reality.
Long story short, slackline combine with my previous years as athlete has brought me a new conscious about my goals in life.
This has given me a much more balanced relationship with the people around me, society in general, relationship with money and the general ability to make dreams reality. This is what SLACKLIFE represents to me, becoming a better person is rule number one.
-You are also running an adventure company, can you tell us about this?
Yes I do run an Adventure Company called Natural Extremo Brazil. This company is pretty much the combination of all the knowledge I gained building my professional carreer practicing a new sport that was not widely recognized nationally and internationally to being with.
The company launched when I gathered all my technical rigging skills to combine highline and rope work techniques to build a unique safety system for Rope Swings for the general public. The company is now is 2 years and has received huge presence Nationally and Internationally. We are changing the way adventure experiences are offered inside of tourism in Brazil.
Wedding at high altitude
We focus on the whole experience of the clients from the first message we receive until the clients receiving their media material days after the adventure.
But the company not only work in the front range of adventures we also have other strong elements that are part of our formal structure such as; merchandising, creating and production of marketing campaigns, we built technology for our internal and external use.
Special projects involving highline and slackline, we organize festivals and events, we do train our team and other non governmental and governmental institutions and many other areas of action. So the company is just the potencialization for lots passions and values we carry as partners.
-Which is your most spectacular walk you have ever made?
No doubt is the Active Volcano crossing I did this year in Vanuatu during the super restrict lock down spread all over the world because of Corona.
It was a project I got invited to take part a contribute and it was an honor. It was the first ever highline rigged inside the crater of and active volcano done in the Mount Yasur in Tanna Island, Vanuatu.
The line itself had 260 meters long and had super dangerous and tricky situations to make it happen. It was a huge team effort to pull this stunt of and by doing so it was recognized as Guinness World Record.
This is one of my freshest accomplishments and most important in my carreer
-You have been using the PRO DRYBAG for a while, how does it differ from other bags you have had?
I like the simplicity of the design and it’s powerful features.
The strong and flexible material gives me a extra sense of safety when I’m carrying delicate and expensive gear inside.
The combination of the waterproof and the air cushion [Shockproof Inflatable System] is a dream for adventures where you know you will have a variety of situations such as rain, sun, river crossings and rough terrain.
I’m loving the bag so much that even on average trips where I don’t need exactly this incredible features I use as my carry on bag due to its light weight and versatile handles and straps.
I can’t wait to push even further and bring the PRO DRYBAG to really extreme settings.
-What is your tip for beginners that want to get started with slackline?
Don’t give up and do not compare yourself to others. Slackline is for all ages, body types and skills. One might take longer to learn the first steps then others but this is just how we are.
Practicing slackline in any level is fun, safe, challenging and an amazing group activity. It has a really good relationship with nature and can be done in basically any place you can find solid anchors.
I love to hang and teach beginners because it brings me back the joy, the struggles and the wins on my first days in the sport.
We are stoked to have Rafabridi on our team and we can’t wait to see where he will bring our gear next. Click here to follow him on his epic adventures.
MEET OUR NEW TEAM PHOTOGRAPHER ANDRÉ
Meet our new TEAM SUBTECH photographer André Magarao- Check out his mind-blowing images
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We are honored that the Airforce, Navy, Special Forces, Coustguard, marine police, sea rescue etc. have all chose to use our waterproof bags to keep their equipment dry and protected for the most challenging missions.
Below you can get a glimpse of how our bags are being thrown out of planes, dropped in the middle of the ocean and transported 25m/80ft below the surface, 365 days per year and still last a lifetime.
When it comes to their gear it is only Function, Quality & Durability that matters as it has to withstand the most extreme conditions you can possibly imagine.
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Expedition of their Lifetime
Expedition of their Lifetime
Countdown 73 Days…
In 73 Days the two Swedish adventurers Marcus and Lasse will begin their expedition of the their lifetime to attempt to row from New York across the North Atlantic thru storms and waves that will shower their 7m/21ft boat, all the way to Gothenburg in Sweden.
Atlantic Rowers
Adventurers: Marcus Aspsjö (28 years) & Lasse Jingfors (28 years)
Expedition: Row across the Atlantic
Distance: 7000km/4400mi/3800nm
Duration: 3 Months
Recent Expeditions:
– Bicycled Sweden to Tanzania
– Hiked across Iceland
– Walked across India
– Rollerskies across Australia
– SUP paddled 3000km/1900mi on Yukon River, Alaska
– Horse riding expedition across Patagonia
– Expedition Bags used: PRO DRYBAG 45L & DRY TOTEBAG 90L
Photos: ©Atlantroddarna. ©Marcus Aspsjö.
In May Marcus and Lasse will begin their 3 month expedition- rowing from New York to Gothenburg in Sweden.
7000km/4400mi across the north Atlantic in their 7m/21 ft rowing boat to save the world oceans for coming generations.
This is 1/3 of the dry food supply they will bring on their expedition.
We are proud of taking part of this adventure by keeping their gear dry and protected out on deck thru storms and waves that will shower their boat out on the Atlantic ocean.
Follow Atantroddarna on their preparations for their expedition of their lifetime, to cross the Atlantic.
For more info about this expedition check out their website (only in Swedish) Atlantroddarna or contact us and we will forward your questions to the adventurers.
Climbing one of the world’s most active volcano, erupting every 5 min🌋
SAILING THE WORLD
Climbing one of the world’s most active volcano, erupting every 5 min🌋
Name: Vernon Deck
Profession: Professional Outdoor/Sports photographer
Interests: Sailing, snowboarding, photography & film making
Currently: 2 new videos out when Vernon climbs one of the world’s most active volcano
Volcano: Dukono in Indoensia
All images © Vernon Deck
This is our team photographer Vernon Deck. Vernon is a very talented photographer that currently spends 6 months of the year shooting in the alps and the rest on his sail boat, exploring the world.
Vernon is currently in Indoensia exploring the amazing remote islands this beautiful country has to offer.
To be able to share all these amazing experiences Vernon has a YouTube channel Learning By Doing where you get tag along on the most amazing adventures around the globe.
Right now Vernon has sailed to Indonesia (from Australia) and has set out on an adventure to climb an active vulcano.
Dukono is one of the worlds most active Volcanos, erupting every few minutes.
We checked in with him after the adventure to hear his thoughts on his gear.
– What are your thoughts before choosing bag on an adventurous hike like this?
Choosing between the 100l and 45l bags was sort of easy in this case as my 45L bag has shock protection as well as being waterproof. I’d never climbed an active volcano before so I just imagined the worst and prepared for that.
Apart form all my camera gear and drone I also had to carry food, water, and a change of clothes so the bag was pretty heavy. While the Subtech 45L is not a hardcore hiking backpack it proved comfortable enough for me to hike 4 hours up steep and slippery slopes and for my expensive camera equipment to survive.
– How did your Subech bag handle the river crossings and torrential rain?
The 45L Subtech bag handled everything thrown at it on this adventure. From hiking through rainforest in the middle of a tropical storm to being partial emersed during two river crossings my gear stayed protected and dry.
– How do you mainly use your 45 Liter, 100 Liter bag and the tote bag on your boat?
The 45L (1.0 version) I’ve had the longest and mainly use it to transport my camera gear when I’m going on an adventure. Most of my adventures involve water so this bag is just a must for me.
The 100L bag is huge but with the divider system I can pack efficiently and everything stays in its place. It has great shoulder straps and also a waist belt that helps to transfer the load.
The Tote bag I use for shopping missions to shore and easy beach adventures.
Below you can check out Part 1: Vernon’s preparations and first part of the hike up the active volcano Dukono.
Below is Part 2: The last remaining hike up to the top of the crater of the active volcano.
You can also check out Vernon’s Instagram where he blends his epic snowboard pics from the alps…
…with magical photos from secret tropical islands that he explores on his sailboat.
We are stoked to have Vernon on our team and look forward to follow him on his upcoming adventures.
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3 EXTREME WORLD RECORDS
3 EXTREME WORLD RECORDS
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3 World Records by TEAM SUBTECH Diogo
Name: Diogo Guerreiro
World Records: 3
Expeditions:
- Windsurfed the whole Brazilian coast 5500 miles.
- Windsurfed from pacific ocean to Atlantic ocean.
- SUP 160km on the Indian ocean.
- Foil kite 600km across lake Balkhash.
- Crossed Greenland by foot.
- Sailed around the world, among many other adventures.
- Expedition Bags used: PRO DRYBAG 45L & PRO DRYBAG 100L
Video ©DeepBlueFilms. ©Diogo Guerreiro.
Check out this Extreme Windsurf Expedition from the Pacific Ocean to Atlantic Ocean- Video LINK
We are proud to have Diogo Guerreiro on TEAM SUBTECH and follow him as he keep pushing the boundaries of what’s humanly possible with our gear👊
Check out this Extreme 600km foil kite expedition across Lake Balkash- Video LINK
Diogo is a huge inspiration to us and we can’t wait to see where he will bring our gear next🌎
Check out this Extreme 150km SUP expedition on the Indian Ocean- Video LINK
If you would like to take part of an extreme adventure in the future just let us know as our team rider and adventurer Diogo Guerreiro in the movie has just launched a new company Red Wolf experience for people wanting to be part of an extreme adventure but with all the safety in place to make it an unforgettable memory.
Meet the Jetski World Champion and team rider Aero Aswar
THE BEAST- We drive into the ocean and attempt to drive on water!
Pedalling 10,000km thru South America
Pedalling 10,000km thru South America
On homemade Bamboo Bikes
Name: Emily and Sam
Info: Built their own bamboo bikes to bicycle thru South America
Where: From south of Chile to Cartagena, Colombia in the north.
Distance: 10.000km/6215 miles
Charity: Conservation International
Images ©Twobybamboo
Emily and Sam set off in October 2017 to cycle the length of the Andes (10,000km) on a pair of worryingly wonky homemade bamboo bikes.
Their journey began on the shores of the Beagle Strait in the port of Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego.
Pushing north through the wild winds of Patagonia…
…they wove between the Andes of Chile and Argentina…
…before climbing steeply onto the salty Bolivian Altiplano and into deepest darkest Peru.
Pedalling onwards with considerably larger calves they passed between the lofty cones of Ecuador’s volcanoes…
Chainwreck at 5000m/16400ft
…before cycling into sweaty Colombia, where their journey ended with a cold cerveza in the Caribbean town of Cartagena.
You can find out more or donate to their chosen charity Conservation International by visiting their website twobybamboo.com or finding them on Instagram @twobybamboo.
Click Here for more info on the laptop case that was used on their journey.
Extreme Windsurf crossing 400km
Extreme Windsurf crossing 400km
Check out this mind-blowing movie below
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Pacific Ocean to Atlantic Ocean during 9 Days!
Name: Diogo Guerreiro and Levi Lenz
Info: Windsurfing from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean thru the Magellan Strait with all their sensitive gear packed in our bags.
Where: Magellan Strait, Chile
Distance: 400km/250mi/215NM during 9 Days
Expedition Bags used: PRO DRYBAG 45L & PRO DRYBAG 100L
Video: ©DeepBlueFilms. ©Diogo Guerreiro. ©Levi Lenz.
If you would like to take part of an extreme adventure in the future just let us know as our team rider and adventurer Diogo Guerreiro (in the movie that has 2 Guiness World Records) has just launched a new company Red Wolf experience for people wanting to be part of an extreme adventure but with all the safety in place to make it an unforgettable memory.
For more info on the bags used during this expedition check out the 2.0 version of our award-winning PRO DRYBAG 45L & PRO DRYBAG 100L that will be launched in 2019.
First Boat to Row Around Svalbard
First Boat to Row Around Svalbard
A 3000 km mind-blowing Expedition
Expedition: Row Around Svalbard
Crew: The Swedish Adventurers Sören Kjellkvist, Glenn Mattsing.
Purpose: Enlighten the changes of the Arctic for children at school.
Where: Tromsö in Norway around Svalbard and back.
Distance: 3000 km
Duration: 2 months (Finish: August 2018)
Average distance: 70km/day
All images ©Row Around Svalbard. Glenn Mattsing. Sören Kjellkvist.
Imagine setting out on the mission to be the first boat that has ever crossed Barents Sea to row around Svalbard.
That is exaclty what the Swedish adventurers Sören Kjellkvist and Glenn Mattsing did.
A 3000km long expedition from Tromsö in the north of Norway across Barents Sea to then go around the one of the world’s northernmost inhabited area, Svalbard and back to Tromsö.
Svalbard that is positioned halfway between Norway and the North pole is known for its rugged, remote terrain of glaciers and frozen tundra sheltering whales, walrus….
but also polar bears which forced them to bring rifles if it was a matter of life and death situation.
This is something that has never been done before, mostly because it has never been possible earlier due to that everything has been covered with ice…
but considering this summer made it to the record books for being the warmest in a very long time- the timing was perfect!
After riding out several storms, close encounters with dangerous animals and a few injuries they finally made it back to Tromsö after rowing a total distance of 3000km around Svalbard.
We are really proud of Glenn and Sören for being the first boat that has rowed around Svalbard and happy we could keep their gear dry and safe with our PRO DRYBAG 45L on their amazing journey!
A message we can take with us from this amazing expedition by Sören and Glenn is the importance that we protect our world oceans by reducing the use of plastic and other waste that is ending up in the ocean and being washed up on shores in remote areas like this….
Let us all together try to make a difference to save our world oceans for coming generations!
TRASH-TIKI
TRASH-TIKI
A raft made of plastic waste sailed 4 days to help save our oceans
Name: Trash-Tiki
What: Raft made of disposable plastic, ghost net and driftwood
Purpose: Deliver a message to the politicians to put a global focus on our ocean and marine resources
Where: Trosa, Sweden to the island Visby, Gotland east of Sweden.
Distance: 90 Nautical miles
Time: 4 Days (Start evening 29th of June. Finish Tuesday 11 am, 3rd of July)
Speed: 0,5 knots
Crew: Adventurers Sören Kjellqvist, Glenn Mattsing and Joakim Odelberg.
All images © Trash-Tiki. Sören Kjellqvist. Glenn Mattsing. Joakim Odelberg. Petter Stordalen.
This is the raft Trash-Tiki made of plastic waste, ghost net and driftwood found in the Baltic Sea.
Trash-Tiki left the shores in the evening of Sweden on Friday 29th of June to sail 90 nm in rough conditions with winds of up to 20 knots (10m/s).
On board there were the experienced adventurers Sören Kjellqvist, Glenn Mattsing and Joakim Odelberg.
With a speed of only 0,5 knots they made great progress, taking shifts sailing the raft with the wind for 4 days, heading in southerly direction to the largest island off the coast of Sweden, Gotland where a big political meeting is currently taking place.
The Norwegian investor, hotel magnate and environmentalist Petter Stordalen joined the guys on the raft off the coast of Visby to guide Trash-Tiki in to port.
Trash-Tiki comes with a strong message to the politicians to put a global focus on our ocean and marine resources.
We are proud to support this great initiative and we hope the politicians will do their job to help raise awareness to reduce the use of disposable plastic…
…so we can together save our oceans for future generations.
Greenland Expedition
Greenland Expedition
A mind-blowing story from our talented team photographer Soren
Name: Soren Rickards
Background: Sports photographer
Interests: Snowboard, Adventure, Travel and Photography
Currently: Greenland Expedition
All images © Soren Rickards. Rowan Bashford.
This is an inside story of when our team photographer recently did the trip of his lifetime- an expedition to no man’s land in Greenland to hike the beautiful mountains, snowboard untouched powder and just be one with the nature with good friends.
This is Soren Rickards passionated story, told by Soren himself:
I was contacted by my friend Rowan from New Zealand who is working as a glacier guide in Iceland.
I met him in the French alps 5 years ago, I’ve never met someone so passionate about snowboarding, he was living in the back of his van and riding everyday and drinking every night..
We spent a lot of time shooting together, he really boosted my progression as a photographer and snowboarder when I was getting started.
We kept in contact and every winter we would fantasise about a big Campervan/snowboard trip but I could never find the time or money to do so.
Finally this year our dream came true ! One of his guiding colleagues in Iceland bought a house in Kulusuk, Greenland for €800 and said we could go check in out before he starts using it for summer guiding trips.
This was an opportunity not to miss, a Greenland snowboard trip is not your average one..
It’s a wild place and hard to access.
As a photographer this is a story I’ve been wanting to tell…
…A story of genuine passion for adventure snowboarding, a bunch of poor non professional snowboarders getting after the true meaning of unplanned adventure.
We made this trip up as we went along, the little organisation made the whole adventure a day to day mystery with beautiful surprises along the way.
We had a fishing cabin as base camp in Kulusuk and we headed out north for 3 weeks with polkas full of food, a tent and enough beers to deal with the probable bad weather..
We had a big mix of conditions from bullet hard ice, chalky spring snow and perfect powder!
Soren just got back from his trip and we are really happy he took the time to share this amazing story with us and we can’t wait to follow him on his upcoming epic adventures Link. More info to check out the bag used on the expedition Link
World Champ & 4x Brazilian Champ
World Champ & 4x Brazilian Champ
Meet our new Team rider Milla Ferreira
Name: Milla Ferreira
Sport: Kitesurfing
Nationality: Brazilian
Titles: Kitewave World Champion 2016. 4x Brazilian Champion
All images © Milla Ferreira. Ydwer.com. Toby Bromwich. Carla Lima Rocha.
We are stoked to introduce our latest team member, the Brazilian kitesurfwave World Champion and 4x Brazilian champ, Milla Ferreira.
We checked in to hear how she got in to kiting, what a dream day look like, favourite spot to kite on and her future exciting plans.
How did you get in to kitesurfing?
My dad was living in Hawaii and learned to kitesurf. 2 years later he came to Brazil and showed me this sport.
All started when I was 9 and has continued on since then.
What does a dream day look like for you?
Surfing in the morning…
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…kitesurfing on fun waves in the evening…
…and in the end of the day watch the sunset.
Where’s your favourite spot to kite on?
Pacasmayo, Peru.
Do you have any upcoming exciting plans you can tell us about?
Yes!!
I’m going to Indonesia next month…
…and gonna spend 2 months there which is going to be wonderful!
We are proud to have Milla on our team and look forward to follow her on her upcoming epic adventures.
Follow Milla on her upcoming adventures on Instagram @millakferreira and feel free to subscribe to our new YouTube channel- @TEAM SUBTECH where we will go hang out with Milla and our other team riders in our upcoming episodes.
To get a glimpse of what it’s like competing on the world tour, hang out with our team riders partners and of course with some cool action shots LINK
Kitesurf Team rider- Sebastian Ribeiro
Kitesurf Team rider- Sebastian Ribeiro
600km kite expedition where a poisoned fish got his leg swollen up
Name: Sebastian Ribeiro
Age: 25
Sport: Kitesurfing
Nationality: Brazilian
Titles: World Tour 3rd place 2013 / 2015
All images © Sebastian Ribeiro, Ydwer van der Heide, David Varekamp, Marcela Witt, Julius Dadalti
We are stoked to introduce our latest team member, the Brazilian kitesurf talent, Sebastian Ribeiro.
We checked in to hear how he got in to kiting, the highlights in his career and future plans.
How did you get in to kitesurfing?
After being frustrated standing on the beach watching the waves being shit because it was too windy I saw a kiter for the first time and then instantly decided that this was something I had to try!
This was really a game changer for me as it meant that I could now be out on the water no matter what the weather conditions were.
What’s your best achievement in your career so far?
It must be a couple of 3rd places on the world tour ( 2013 and 2015) and the 2nd at One Eye last year.
You recently did a 600km downwind kite expedition during 6 days, can you tell us about it?
It was the most amazing experience! I really love expeditions like this were you pack your gear, kite for miles and reach places were no one is to be seen.
You have to be ready to solve problems on the way because problems will happen along the way and when it happens it’s up to you to make the best out of the situation.
On Day 4 I stepped on a poisoned fish so my foot and leg swollen really bad and I still had 70 miles to ride.
I really thrive for epic adventures like this!
Do you have any exciting future plans you can share with us?
We are planing to do a 1000 km downwind! More info on this is yet to come…
I’m also planning to do the RedBull Ragnarok one day which would be a cool experience.
We are proud to have Sebastian on our team and look forward to follow him on the World Tour.
Follow Sebastian on his upcoming adventures on Instagram and feel free to subscribe to our new YouTube channel- TEAM SUBTECH where we will go hang out with Sebastian and our other team riders in our upcoming episodes.
To get a glimpse of what it’s like competing on the world tour, hang out with our team riders partners and of course with some cool action shots.
TEAM SUBTECH on YouTube LINK.
THE MOST EXTREME CHALLENGES
THE MOST EXTREME CHALLENGES
..to fulfill their dream of completing something that no one has ever done before
Name: Diogo Guerreiro and Tiago Azzi
Challenges: Kite-foil 600km, SUP 150km, Windsurf Cape Horn, Snowkite North Pole
Nationality: Brazil
Video: © Tiago Azzi. © Diogo Guerreiro © DeepBlueFilms.
Our team riders Diogo and Tiago will in a series of 4 Extreme Challenges push their selves beyond what no one thought was possible in order to fulfill their dream of completing something that no one has ever done before.
We are to say the least, very stoked to be part of this following them first hand and supplying them with our PRO DRYBAG to keep their safety equipment dry and protected on these mind-blowing adventures.
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Extreme Challenge #1: Check out this short teaser above when our team riders Tiago and Diogo attempt to cross lake Balkhash in Kazakhstan 600km/370mi/330NM with nothing but their kites, water strapped to their boards and gear packed in their PRO DRYBAG 45L.
VIDEO- Click on the image above to play video.
Extreme Challenge #2: Check out this short teaser above when Tiago and Diogo attempts to SUP paddle 150km/80NM unassisted from Sumatra to Mentawai on the stormy Indian Ocean.
They are forced to spend one night trying to sleep on top of the board out at open sea, while fighting extreme weather conditions and the danger that lurking under the surface with their sensitive gear packed in our PRO DRYBAG 45L.
PHOTO: ©Levi Lenz
In the 3rd and upcoming Extreme Challenge- Diogo and friend Levi Lenz are trying to break a world record by Windsurf Cape Horn without boat support with all their gear packed in their PRO DRYBAG.
If they succeed, it will be the smallest “boat” that has ever to cross the Horn and thereby making themselves in to the history books once again!
Folllow the extreme adventurers Diogo and Tiago on their preparations for their next Extreme Challenge on Instagram Diogo and Tiago.
The French Champ & 7th World Cup Kitesurfer
The French Champ & 7th World Cup Kitesurfer
‘I’ve been to great spots around the world but if I had to choose two, it would be …’
Name: Camille Delannoy
Age: 17
Sport: Kitesurfing
Nationality: French (Lives in Brazil since he was 12)
Ranking 2017: French Champion. World Cup 7th.
All images © Camille Dellanoy. Bag photos © Gilles Calvet
We are stoked to introduce our latest team rider, the World no. 7 and French kite champion, Camille Delannoy.
We checked in to hear how he got in to the sport, his favorite spots to kite and upcoming plans for his very promising career.
How did you get in to kitesurfing?
My parents moved to Brazil when I was 12 years old and that’s when I got in to it.
Since then, I’ve been kiting most of the days in my life!
Last year you became the rookie of the year, how did you do this season and what’s your goals for next year?
This season I came 7th on the general ranking (ex-aequo 6th).
…1st french and 1st “young”.
I’m pretty happy with my season: I had a lot of “ups” and “downs” but the result was positive.
I’m really looking forward for next year, a top 5 would be great ;).
You live both in France and Brazil, where do you consider home?
Haha well, that’s a tricky question that I get asked a lot.
I really love Brazil, it’s the place where I spend most of my time.
I’m not spending this much times in France anymore but when I’m there for a few days, I just love it!
…the mountain, the culture, the food and the people.
…It’s also the place where I grew up.
So yeah I think the question is pretty sketchy and, for the moment, I consider I have 2 homes: France and Brazil 😉
Where’s your favorite spot to kite on in the world?
I’ve been to great spots around the world but if I had to choose two, it would be Prea in Brazil (where I live)
…and Mauritius, because you have the lagoon for freestyle and a world class wave (one eye) right behind.
How do you like our PRO DRYBAG 45L compared to other bags you have used?
I’ve been using a lot of different bags, and I’ve been destroying them all after only a few months:
…sand, salt water, mud, sometimes snow “killed” most of my bags.
I’ve been using the PRO DRYBAG 45L for quite some time now and It’s just so practical: I can put all of my gear in it and I can be sure it will be well protected.
Also, I can carry the bag anywhere I want, it will never let me down, even in the most extreme conditions.
Do you have any exciting adventures planned we should keep our eyes on?
I do have a lot of things planned, but I prefer to keep it quiet for the moment.
But you’ll see, it’s going to be worth waiting 😉
Read more about Camille here
and check out his families wonderful place in Brazil if you’re looking for an epic spot to kite on, go horse riding in the sunset, ride beach buggy or quads…
…or just enjoy a nice massage in the warn summer breeze at Preabeach Villas.
Feel free to check out the 2.0 Series of the bag that Camille is using on the world tour that is currently available to Pre-order for delivery in 2018.
We are stoked to have Camille on our team and we can’t wait to follow his very promising career LINK
World premiere- TEAM SUBTECH in action
World premiere- Nuit de la Glisse
Featuring team freeskier Wille, wingsuit base jumper Mathias
and sports photographer Soren
Movie: Nuit de la Glisse- Don’t Crack under Pressure Season 3
Currently: In cinemas across Europe in November
Premiere: Sweden: 10/11
TEAM SUBTECH Athlethes & Photographer:
Wille Lindberg (Freeskier)
Mathias Wyss (Wing suit)
Soren Rickards (Photographer)
All images © Nuit de la Glisse.
In recent years Wille Lindberg (far right) has been one of the top riders on the Freeride World Tour.
Wille is currently starring in the premiere of the extreme sports movie Nuit de la Glisse- Don’t crack under pressure Season 3.
With premiere in Wille’s home country Sweden on Friday, November 10th.
In the movie our team member- Special forces and Wingsuit base jumper Mathias Wyss is also starring…
Launching himself off the mountain tops, flying in full speed down the mountain…
Taking some absolutely sick lines…
For the movie our team photographer Soren Rickards has followed some of the world’s best athletes and captured some mind blowing shots from around the world…
With some of the world’s best daredevils…
The work behind the camera in order to get the shots is just remarkable…
Exploring new places people never been before…
Shot from the most beautiful locations..
Capturing some spectacular actions shots…
All just to get that one money shot…
Check out the Official Trailer for Nuit de la Glisse- Don’t crack under pressure 3 with our TEAM SUBTECH riders Link and get your tickets here Link
3x French Champ & World top 6 Kitesurfer
3x French Champ & World top 6 Kitesurfer
After a really bad crash he’s now more determined than ever to get back to the top
Name: Paul Serin
Sport: Kitesurfing
Nationality: French
Titles: 3x French Champion. World Top 6
All images © Paul Serin
We are proud to introduce our latest team member, the 3x French kite champion, Paul Serin.
We checked in to hear how he got in to the sport and his road back to recovery after blowing up his knee after a big crash during the 2016 season finals.
How did you get in to kitesurfing?
I was born in a small city in the south of France near the sea, and when I was young I was going every weekend to the beach with my dad to watch him windsurf.
But when kitesurf came out he went to the shop and bought his first kite. After the first session he was totally hooked to this new sport!
I had to wait to the age of 10 to learn as well, first with a really small trainer kite and a huge board, and slowly I started riding a real kite with a real board.
And now I’ve been kitesurfing for 13 years with the same love for the sport with a little difference, that today this is my job as well!
What is it like travelling the world competing on the world tour?
It has always been my dream to be on the road all the time, jumping from one plane to another, and crossing the world all year.
I have to admit it’s sometimes hard to be away from home and the people you love, but at the end in every country I find my little home that’s the beauty of travelling.
But I’m really grateful to live this life and I’ll never forget that.
On the world tour we’re like a big family, meeting each other on different spots all year, but once we’re on the water we give our best.
You recently had a pretty bad injury, tell us about your road back to recovery and what has kept you motivated to get back to being one of the world’s best kitesurfers?
Yes, last year in December during the final of the 2016 season, I blew up my knee on a hard landing.
At first I couldn’t believe it and I kept saying to myself “you’re fine, you’re fine”. I changed all my flights and went home as fast as I could. On the MRI we saw a broken cross ligament and some damage on the meniscus…
At this point I knew that I was really injured, I went straight into surgery and started the rehab right after.
It was the worst Christmas ever, but I looked back on my season and all those years I’ve been riding, and I start thinking what I’ve done wrong.
I was mostly laying down on my bed the first weeks so I watched a lot of videos from Lindsey Vonn the famous ski racer who’s been through a lot of knee injuries, this helped me a lot to keep the motivation.
And of course my family and friends were also behind me. It was my first injury, and I’m sure it will help me a lot in my career. I’ll be back stronger I’m 100% sure.
For all our followers that want to learn how to kite but haven’t really got hooked yet. What would be your advice in order to get in to the sport?
This is the most amazing sport I’ve tried, when you’re riding you feel the freedom and the adrenaline at the same time this is so unique.
You can cruise, jump, spin, everything in one session and without any limit. The ocean is your playground and there isn’t any limit.
What are your goals for the rest of the season?
It’s a bit different this year with my injury, but I’ll be back on the water full on beginning of June. Luckily I missed only one stop of the season, so I’ll be back on the second one in July.
I know that I won’t be ready at 100% but I’m doing my best every day to get one step closer at a time.
What’s your impression of our PRO DRYBAG 45L compared to other bags you have used?
When I’m training in Brazil or Sri lanka we’re always looking for the best freestyle spot, we have to take our camera gear on our back to bring back some film for the sponsor…
…and I was looking for a perfect bag to keep my camera gear and even my drone dry during those session, I guess I just found it.
I took my Pro Drybag on my SUP to shoot some drone footage the other day.
I wasn’t even worried if it would fall down in the water, it’s 100% waterproof 🙂
Follow Paul on his road back to recovery on his Instagram
and feel free to subscribe to our new YouTube channel- TEAM SUBTECH
where we will go hang out with Paul among other team riders in our upcoming episodes.
We are proud to have Paul on our team can’t wait to see him back on top of his game Link
IKA Kitesurf World Champion- Pedro Matos
IKA Kitesurf World Champion- Pedro Matos
‘I have been to many places to kitesurf, but the one that I like the most is.. ‘
Name: Pedro Matos
Sport: Kitesurfing
Nationality: Brazilian
Title: IKA World Champion 2016
All images © Pedro Matos
We are stoked to introduce our latest team member, the IKA Kitesurfing World Champion, Pedro Matos.
We checked in to hear how he got in to the sport, what made him become the world champ, his favorite spots to kite on etc.
How did you get in to kitesurfing?
My grandpa was in to sailing so when kitesurfing emerged as a sport my whole family got in to it naturally.
Pedro’s father in action (former hang gliding World Champion)
Pedro’s sister (5x World Champion in Jiu-Jitsu)
I was 11 when I started kitesurfing with my dad and my sister who have both inspired me a lot.
Last year you became the World kite champion, tell us a what made you take home the world title?
Hahaha, so like I said my dad and my sister have been a huge inspiration since I was young and when I first started kitesurf I told my dad:
‘imagine if I someday win a world title just like you and Kyra (my sister), we will take power of the air (hang glider) , land (jiu-jitsu) and the ocean (kitesurf)’ and when that dream became reality, it was such an amazing feeling!!!
For sure one of the best days of my life!!!
Out of all the places you have visited, where is your favourite spot to kitesurf in the world?
I have been to many places to kitesurf, but the one that I like the most is my own backyard hahaha
postinho beach, barra da tijuca, rio de janeiro, brazil!!
Because this is where I grew up kitesurfing and this is where all my friends and family hang out.
What’s your impression of our PRO DRYBAG 45L compared to other bags you have used?
The PRODRY BAG is for sure the best bag I’ve ever used in my whole life!
It’s cool looking, easy to carry, 100% waterproof and can fit the things that I need to go for a trip and much more!
What’s your plans for the rest of the year, where will we be seeing you next?
Right now I’m going to stay in Australia until july, studying English and enjoying some good waves and wind.
Then I’m heading to Morocco to compete the first competition of this year’s World tour.
So I’m pretty excited and hoping for great results and in the end hopefully another title.
We are proud to have Pedro on our team and look forward to follow Pedro for another world title.
Follow Pedro on his upcoming adventures on Instagram and feel free to subscribe to our new YouTube channel- TEAM SUBTECH where we will go hang out with Pedro among other team riders in our upcoming episodes.
1000 mile Paddle from Texas to Florida
1000 mile Paddle from Texas to Florida
‘My thoughest challenge is always quitting my mind’
Name: Caruso
Sport: Extreme Adventurer
Country: USA
Recently: Unassisted solo charity paddle from Texas to Florida
All images © Caruso
Some stories just amazes you. This unassisted solo charity paddle over 1000 miles/1600km is one of those….
We checked in with Caruso just after he completed his mind blowing expedition to hear what kept him going even though he was faced with extreme weather conditions, exhaustion, injuries etc.
What made you decide to paddle solo and unsupported from South Padre Island, Texas to Panama City Beach, Florida a distance of 1000+ miles?
We all seek adventure; for some of us that word adventure holds more weight. Since college I have loved the outdoors, finding new ways to push my mind and body to its extremes. Long distance expeditions do just that. I wanted a way to test my physical endurance in both open water as well as flat water and the Intracoastal Cannel offered just that.
The journey would be through 5 states with a verity of obstacles from wind and rain to heat and wildlife. Completing the trek solo and unsupported demands a verity of safety measures and is one of the many reasons the trek was completed on U.S. soil.