EPISODE · Oct 24, 2025 · 46 MIN
The Kite Pod #4: Giel Vlugt / Breaking Barriers, Bones and Innovation
from The Kite Pod · host IKSURFMAG
In this conversation, Rou Chater interviews Giel Vlugt, big air legend, about his journey in the sport, the challenges of teaching, the evolution of kiteboarding in Tarifa, and the progression of big air moves. They discuss Giel's first experiences with kiting, his path to becoming a professional, the significance of his first sponsorship, and the impact of his double loop trick on his career. The conversation also touches on injuries, recovery, and the design features of the new XR Pro 2 kite.
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In this conversation, Rou Chater interviews Giel Vlugt, big air legend, about his journey in the sport, the challenges of teaching, the evolution of kiteboarding in Tarifa, and the progression of big air moves. They discuss Giel's first experiences with kiting, his path to becoming a professional, the significance of his first sponsorship, and the impact of his double loop trick on his career. The conversation also touches on injuries, recovery, and the design features of the new XR Pro 2 kite.
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