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M A G A Z I N E
THE 2019 KITEWORLD TRAVEL GUIDE
MEDIA PACK AND ADVERTISING INFORMATION
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TRAVEL GUIDE
Kitesurfers love to travel. The sport lends itself perfectly to worldwide adventure with many kiters taking between two and four
dedicated kitesurfing holidays per year. These are exactly the kitesurfers your business needs to reach out to, and the Travel Guide is
the perfect way for you to do it.
Coming up to the thirteenth annual edition in March, Kiteworld’s Travel Guide has become the benchmark independent
source for travel-hungry kitesurfers. The Kiteworld Travel Guide is the original travel guide and each year features 140+
pages of deep reviews of over 40 incredible destinations.
THE 2019 TRAVEL GUIDE IS:
• The most trusted source for kitesurfing travel information, now in its thirteenth edition, published since 2007
• The most widely read kitesurfing guide, online and offline
• Published as a perfect-bound magazine, bundled with the March issue
• Distributed on the newsstands worldwide and to our thousands of subscribers
• Delivered through Digital Magazine format to thousands of readers on Zinio and through our apps
• Fully interactive through kiteworldmag.com, and promoted through social media
The 2019 guide will also be delivered for free to all new magazine subscribers throughout 2019 in print and digital,
and will also be widely available for individual purchase as well as via events, shops and schools.
TRAVEL GUIDE
Artwork deadline: 25 January 2019
On sale: March 2019
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+44 (0) 20 36 085 777 PROVIDENCIALES, 3 3 5 4 3
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PLANET KITESURF HOLIDAYS
TURKS AND CAICOS SARDINIA
www.planetkitesurfholidays.com AIRPORT
+44 (0) 1273 921 001 Olbia Airport (OLB) is approximately 45
minutes away and a short flight from ON THE WATER
ION CLUB Located in the north of Sardinia island, Porto Pollo is
www.ion-club.net much of Europe. Alghero Airport (AHO)
+49 (0) 881 909 6010 is about two hours away. an awesome spot for any standard of kiter with its
picturesque turquoise water, two large bays and seven
SURFIN SEM FIM SCHOOLS kilometres of open sandy beach. The western bay is the
www.surfinsemfim.com.br designated kite spot with plenty of open space and a large
CONTENTS 2018
+55 21 98237 3411 / +55 11 5561 1016 MB PRO CENTRE teach all levels from early
April until the beginning of November. beach that remains unaffected by tides. You’ll find shallow
FREERIDE KITESURF water that’s ideal for anyone from beginners upwards
www.freeridekitesurf.com There’s a safety boat on hand and the
latest RRD equipment is also available and a wave spot close by, too. Porto Pollo works in any Kari Schibevaag / Photo: RRD
+34 660 484 782 014 – INTRO 080 – THE CARIBBEAN direction of wind and is serviced by a few infamous and
for proficient kiters to hire. There’s a
KITESURF EXPEDITIONS 016 – USEFUL TRAVEL ACCESSORIES 082 – THE CAYMAN ISLANDS shaded chill out area, cold drinks, free reliable wind systems. The Tramontana, Mistral, Poniente over the hills and mountains. The wind’s most reliable in temperatures average around 16°C / 61°F in the low season
www.kitesurfexpeditions.com 086 – BONAIRE and Scirocco take effect at different times of the year and summer when it blows cross or cross-onshore from the and reach up to 26°C / 79°F degrees in the high season. It
+55 85 9960 46079 020 – AFRICA WiFi and the staff will give you a hand
088 – ST. LUCIA launching and landing if you need it. are funnelled through the Sardinian mountains so are left with flat water on the western side of the bay and cools down through September and October but you’ll
022 – CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA 092 – PROVIDENCIALE, TURKS AND
WIND CHART INFO COURTESY: 026 – LANGEBAAN, SOUTH AFRICA Weekly BBQ evenings with live music run often even stronger by the time they reach Porto Pollo. small waves in the opposite direction that are perfect for manage without a wetsuit in the summer months and will
WWW.WINDGURU.COM CAICOS ISLANDS in the summer and there’s also the Tiki The riding here is excellent for all the family and lovely those new to wave riding. In spring and autumn the wind need nothing thicker than a 3/2 suit in spring and autumn.
030 – MAURITIUS, INDIAN OCEAN and warm, too. If you’re in the learning phase, the MB Pro blows from the right, creating flat water on the right hand
WWW.WINDFINDER.COM Beach-Bar right next to the centre for
032 – PWANI MCHANGANI, ZANZIBAR 096 – EUROPE Centre is right on the spot and well set up to get you out side of the bay instead, which is sheltered, and the waves OFF THE WATER
034 – PAJE, ZANZIBAR 098 – ESPOSENDE, PORTUGAL after-session refreshments, too. Yoga
LEGEND FOR CHOICE RATING: 036 – JAMBIANI, ZANZIBAR 100 – VIANA DO CASTELO, PORTUGAL sessions are also available, as is SUP on the water. can then be found on the lefthand side of the bay and There are a number of accommodation options. Windsurf
WAVES – 1 and windsurf hire and lessons (they have they’re generally bigger at that time of year, too. Village are pueblo style apartments for between two and
038 – DAKHLA, MOROCCO 102 - LISBON, PORTUGAL WIND, WEATHER AND WATER You’ll usually be on eight to ten metre kites in Porto six people just 200 metres from the beach. The Il Borgo
FLAT WATER – 2 a very well-stocked selection of kit to
040 – ESSAOUIRA, MOROCCO 104 – TARIFA, SPAIN The wind here can range from 14 to 30 knots but you can Pollo and in the low season air temperatures range apartment complex, Il Dune Hotel and Restaurant and the
BEGINNER – 3 choose from) and MB Pro Centre also offer
042 – EL GOUNA, EGYPT 108 – SANT PERE PESCADOR, SPAIN usually add on a few extra knots to what’s forecast due between 18°C / 64°F and 23°C / 73°F degrees. Between campsite at Isola dei Gabbiani are also super close.
WARM WATER - 4 accommodation at Windsurf Village just
044 – MARSA ALAM, EGYPT 112 – FLAG BEACH, FUERTEVENTURA to the venturi effect as the wind accelerates through and June and August expect 25°C / 77°F to 30°C / 86°F. Water Porto Pollo is seven kilometres from Palau, the
STRONG WIND - 5 Turks and Caicos behind the school. Languages spoken by
114 – SOTAVENTO, FUERTEVENTURA Photo: Andre Magarao / CrazyFly nearest town, where you’ll find supermarkets, as well as
CHOICE RATING 046 – THE AMERICAS instructors: English, Italian and German.
116 – HANG LOOSE BEACH, CALABRIA, ITALY smaller, locally owned shops, pharmacies and a number
1 = NONE EXISTENT 048 – CAPE HATTERAS, USA www.procenter.it GOOD FOR: Great kiting for all levels at a spot
118 – CROTONE, CALABRIA, ITALY of good restaurants serving quality local Italian cuisine
5 = WORLD CLASS 050 – THE CRYSTAL COAST, USA info@procenter.it that works in all wind directions
120 – LO STAGNONE, SICILY, ITALY (it would be rude not to after all!). There are a couple of
054 – COCOA BEACH, USA +39 335 6379949
1 2 3 4 5 056 – POMPANO BEACH, USA
122 – PORTO POLLO, SARDINIA, ITALY bars and clubs and from the port you can take a ferry to
126 – PORTO BOTTE, SARDINIA, ITALY Maddalena Island, the biggest of the seven islands that
058 – PITTSBURG, USA 128 – KEROS, LIMNOS ISLAND, GREECE ACCOMMODATION
060 – LA VENTANA, BAJA, MEXICO form the Archipelago della Maddalena National Park. Kiting hotspot! Easy to see why... Photo: MB Pro Center
130 – ADA BOJANA, MONTENEGRO WINDSURF VILLAGE The area around Porto Pollo is perfect for families
064 – EL CUYO, MEXICO
066 – CUMBUCO, BRAZIL 132 – ASIA www.windsurfvillage.it and, if it’s not windy, you can hire SUPs and kayaks, chill
068 – ICARAIZINHO, BRAZIL 134 – MANNAR, SRI LANKA info@windsurfvillage.it on the beach, rent bikes, explore Palau or climb Mount
070 – PREA, BRAZIL 138 – KALPITIYA, SRI LANKA +39 0789 704075 Altura, which is close to Porto Pollo. The area is stunning,
072 – JERICOACOARA, BRAZIL 142 – MUI NE, VIETNAM so it’s worth exploring with a car but there are also plenty
TRAVEL AGENTS of taxis to get around if you don’t want to drive into town
074 – BARRA GRANDE, BRAZIL 144 – PRANBURI, THAILAND
076 – LA GUAJIRA, COLOMBIA PLANET KITESURF HOLIDAYS or to the port.
078 – MANCORA AND PARACAS, PERU 146 – EXPERIENCES www.planetkitesurfholidays.com
148 – DOWNWINDERS Achill Island, Ireland +44 (0) 1273 921 001
COVER: RENO ROMEU, COCOS KEELING ISLANDS 154 – CRUISING Photo: Irish Tourist Board
PHOTO: TOBY BROMWICH / NORTH KITEBOARDING 158 – COMBINED ADVENTURE
CONTENTS: LO STAGNONE, SICILY 160 – BIG AIR SPOTS – WITH WOO SPORTS Bonaire The Cayman Islands El Naaba, Egypt Luxurious underfoot and on the water
PHOTO: PROKITE ALBY RONDINHA 162 - FIRST TIME KITE TRAVEL TIPS Photo: Kiteboarding Bonaire Photo: Cayman Islands Department of Tourism Photo: Tommy Friedl Photo: MB Pro Center Easy launching Photo: RRD
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Travel Guide
STEP 1: CHOOSE YOUR ADVERTISING OPTION
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• Double page / full page / half page advert in the 2019 Travel Guide (released with Kiteworld magazine #98 in March)
• Editorial destination report on your location, including images.
• Your company details and description in the text
• Your business details and location will also be listed for 1 year (6 issues) in Kiteworld Magazine’s recommended school / accommodation listings section
• Your business details, description and images will be included for 1 year in a destination feature on the Kiteworld website.
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through a questionnaire form.
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someone to choose your venue for their holiday. Your advert will go alongside the editorial.
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MANNAR
SRI LANKA Mannar magic
welcome you to the piece of paradise they call home where you’ll enjoy great food and drink, seafront and Unless stated, all photos: Kitesurfing Lanka
Bandaranaike International Airport
garden-view bungalows and the vibes of a close-knit team who have been based there for many years.
(Colombo – CMB) is almost a six hour taxi
ON THE WATER
• LESSONS FOR BEGINNERS TO KITE CLINICS FOR THE ADVANCED ride away, or there are two daily 30 minute
Take a three hour drive north of Kalpitiya and you’ll reach
• AIRPORT TRANSFERS connecting flights to Sigiriya. From there
Mannar, part of a 50 kilometre chain of sandbars, islands
it’s just a three hour drive to Mannar.
• AWESOME DAILY KITE TRIPS and manmade bridges that almost link Sri Lanka to the
Watch our videos! www.vimeo.com/kitesurfinglanka Indian mainland. This is a flat water heaven with over 36
SCHOOLS kilometres of flat water that has only recently become
KITESURFING LANKA is the only school
known to kiters. Kitesurfing Lanka were the first to explore
in Mannar and is open all year. Their
the kiteboarding potential of the area around Adam’s Bridge
all-inclusive packages offer a hassle-free
where you’ll find the same reliable trade winds that Kalpitiya
holiday, including airport transfers, holiday
is known for, but without the crowds on the water. They now
planning in Sri Lanka, equipment rental
also run catamaran trips to Mannar from Kalpitiya.
with Best and Zian kites, lessons and kite
repairs as well as activities for non-wind
days, yoga and massage. Advanced kite
WIND, WEATHER AND WATER The wind is generally a bit stronger during the summer OFF THE WATER
Just like in Kalpitiya, there are two seasons in Mannar. The season and good for eight to 12 metre kite sizes. You’ll still Vayu Resort (run by Kitesurfing Lanka) consists of 12
clinics, gear storage, specialist kite trips
summer season runs from May until mid-October, while be able to regularly get sessions in winter, but you’ll be on bungalows (each with their own veranda and ensuite
and free use of their SUPs, bicycles and
the winter season runs from mid-December to March. your ten metre or bigger. bathrooms) that can accommodate up to four people.
kayaks also offered. Teaching ratios are
It’s windier in summer with May usually getting 14+ knot The water is flat and warm at a yearly average of 28°C There are six tents as well as a restaurant and a bar
2:1and safety boat cover is provided.
winds 75% of the time. June and July enjoy an impressive / 82°F so you won’t need a wetsuit but a rash vest is a which is right on the kite spot. The Kitesurf Lanka crew
Languages spoken by instructors:
95% of days with kiteable wind! In August and September good idea to avoid sunburn on long sessions and strong offer an all-inclusive service with local and western
English, French and German.
you’ll still be able to kite 85% of the time and by October sunscreen is a must. The air temperature averages 30°C / dishes served throughout the day. They also serve
www.kitesurfingmannar.com
the reliability eases slightly, but is still excellent at 75%. 86°F so it’s warm but also humid. The most layering you’ll alcohol, but it’s a laid back vibe, so raucous partying
www.kitesurfinglanka.com
November has the lowest winds before things pick up need off the water is a light hoodie at night and that’s only isn’t on the cards though you’ll be happy hanging out
vayu@kitesurfingmannar.com
TWO AMAZING again in December when you’ll get at least 14+ knots on if you really feel the cold! with some cool, like-minded people.
LOCATIONS +94 773 686 235
75% of days through until March.
Thanks to the consistent trade winds and Venturi KITESURFING LANKA: KALPITIYA
INDIA Effect, our spots in Kalpitiya and Adam’s Bridge • Flat Water & Wave Spot
Mannar are considered the best in the world. • Regular downwind kite sessions and many clinics
The protected lagoons and islands provide through the week
buttery flat water conditions on one side with • Full moon and solo sundown kite sessions
waves on the other! • Great environment for the whole family
ADAMS BRIDGE The best way to get there from Colombo international
MANNAR VAYU RESORT: MANNAR CATAMARAN KITE SAFARI: GREAT FOR: Flat water, wide
airport is by taxi which takes approximately four hours. open spaces and a really
• Untouched area. You’re almost the first kitesurfers in KITESURFING LANKA TO VAYU RESORT You won’t need a hire car once you’re there as Vayu Resort
KALPITIYA
SRI LANKA the region and will have the entire coastline to yourself! • 150 kilometer downwinder
provide free use of their bikes instead if you want to
adventurous experience!
• 16km of flat water in pure nature and preserved history • Flat water, wave riding and downwinders
explore the wider area. On windless days you can check
– they say Hannuman the Monkey God built it! • Luxurious Catamaran
out the migratory birds that the Mannar Peninsula is
• Kite directly from our bungalow! • Boat crew and Kite Coach on board famous for and the National Park of Wilipathu (home to
elephants and leopards) which is also worth a visit. The
CONTACTS: PHONE AND WHATSAPP 2017 BOOK NOW! info@kitesurfinglanka.com lost city of Anuradhapura, a UNESCO heritage site, is
CERTIFICATE of
www.kitesurfinglanka.com
Tikiri (Sri Lankan Speaker): +94 77 003 8467 EXCELLENCE within reach and Vayu Resort offers free use of kayaks
Dil (English Speaker): +94 77 368 6235 and SUPs. If your body starts to feel the pace after all the
Leo (French Speaker): +33 78 330 0803 kiteboarding, take yoga lessons or book in for a massage.
Skype: Leo.Moret1
Kitesurfing Lanka continues
to be #1 on TripAdvisor! www.kitesurfingmannar.com Photo: Bella Zanesco
You will need to design and supply artwork like the example above. Our editorial team will send you a questionnaire to fill in. There are sections to focus on the
See page 09 for print artwork dimensions practicalities, what you have to offer and what to expect in terms of wind / local knowledge etc and
this is your chance to present your spot in the best possible way to a potential visitor. Alongside our
other knowledge / research, we will then use that to help us create the editorial report. We will also
give you the opportunity to submit images, which would also be captioned to your business.
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“Hangloose Beach is fun! Super
regular and steady 12 metre
weather in the afternoons, and
if you want to learn to foil it’s
ideal. The parties on the beach
can be wild and always packed
with fun party people... but you
can also get away from it all.”
JIM GAUNT, KITEWORLD EDITOR
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Whether you’re just starting out, pushing your freeriding from the southeast in April, May, June and September. It’s
J F M A M J J A S O N D or developing your foiling skills, Gizzeria offers fantastic usually stronger, from 25 – 35 knots, but offers super flat
Percentage of days with wind over force 4 / 14 knots conditions for progression. There’s a huge, accessible water. Strong winds periodically blow through the winter,
and obstacle-free beach to ride from and it’s totally but they’re more frontal than thermal, so not as regular,
2 3 4 3 2 safe, thanks to the relative enclosure of the bay and but they can deliver some fun wave conditions. The most
calm waters. popular kite sizes in summer are 12 to nine metres. There’s
This isn’t just a spot for beginners as Gizzeria a little rain in the spring, but it’s full on sunshine in the
AIRPORT: also attracts a lot of pro riders thanks to the reliable summer. Spring temperatures vary between 15 – 22ºC /
Lamezia Terme international (SUF) is just
conditions and each year Hang Loose Beach host an 59 – 72ºF and, in summer, from 22 - 33ºC / 72 – 91ºF. The
three kilometres from Gizzeria with lots of
international riding competition called the ‘Aloha Surf water temperature through the main season ranges from
low cost airlines flying in from all across
and Beach Party’ in July, featuring concerts and all 18 - 23ºC / 64 – 73ºF. Warm enough for boardies in summer,
Europe. The most practical option is to
night parties. Hang Loose Beach also regularly host though perhaps just a neoprene top if the wind’s stronger.
rent a car, but Hang Loose Beach can
international racing events, such as the TT:Racing
organise your transfers.
European Championships last year. OFF THE WATER
There’s another good spot for improving your There are one or two hotels close to the spot but many
SCHOOLS riding just 30 minutes away, called Staccato di Cutro. people rent apartments up in the nearby picturesque
HANG LOOSE BEACH teach all levels from
A kilometre upwind you’ll also find a pretty decent wave hills. You can also rent farm buildings further along the
April to September with a max student
spot for the Med, called Caposuvero. coast. All budgets and tastes are catered for. There’s
/ instructor ratio of 2:1. Rescue boat,
The bar is next to the kite centre can get super lively a good restaurant and bar at the spot and the food is
hot showers, a lawn where you can wash
in the later afternoon, but the kite launch is 50 metres typical Calabrese cuisine. As you’d expect in Italy, there
equipment, rentals, surf shop, restaurant,
upwind and much quieter with lots of space for families are many restaurants and bars serving delicious food in
bar... and incredible parties on the beach
to hangout in peace. It’s like two awesome beach venues the wider area.
are all on-hand!
in one! We recommend hiring a car to get around. The airport
Languages spoken: English and Italian.
is just a five minute drive from the spot, so taxis are easy
www.hangloosebeach.com
lucahlb@gmail.com
WIND, WEATHER AND WATER to find, but most of the accommodation is at least a
The best conditions are the prevailing northwesterly kilometre from Hang Loose Beach.
+39 338 951 1693
cross-onshore winds and flat waters from April to Hang Loose beach offers a range of watersports
to help you maximise your enjoyment of the beautiful
Calabrian Sea. You can also take a boat trip out to the
beautiful Aeolian Islands, or explore unspoilt mountains
just a few kilometres away. Other seaside towns, such as
Tropea, Capo Vaticano or Lace are within an hour’s drive
and populated with beautiful architecture and scenes.
Many routes around Calabria hold a lot of cultural and
historical value too with some breathtaking scenery.
GOOD FOR: Progressing your twin-tip and
hydrofoil riding in super-safe conditions.
Relaxed Italian countryside feel by day and
Let it all Hang Loose! sun-kissed partying from late afternoon.
Our editorial team will send you a questionnaire to fill in. There are sections You will need to design and supply artwork like the example above.
to focus on the practicalities, what you have to offer and what to expect See page 09 for print artwork dimensions.
in terms of wind / local knowledge etc and this is your chance to present
your spot in the best possible way to a potential visitor. Alongside our other
knowledge / research, we will then use that to help us create the editorial
report. We will also give you the opportunity to submit images, which would
also be captioned to your business.
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MEXICO
AIRPORT Session hour-after-hour
Fly into Cancun International Airport
(CUN) which is two hours away by car or ON THE WATER WIND, WEATHER AND WATER
taxi and three hours by bus. Renting a car El Cuyo’s uncrowded, shallow water provides a perfect El Cuyo has a decent percentage of windy days across the
is recommended as taxis aren’t cheap. playground for those looking to progress their riding in whole calendar thanks to its location and micro-thermal
Some accommodations can organise a a laid-back island setting. Nestled on the picturesque effects. The main season is a long one and it runs from early
transfer for you. Emerald Coast of the Yucatan, here you’ll experience February to late July with a steady average of 18 - 23 knots.
Caribbean-esque conditions without the crowds and The wind usually starts light in the mornings, though
SCHOOLS you can kite all day before relaxing in the laid-back you can usually get out on a bigger kite and by 1pm, when
COME KITE WITH US teach all levels surroundings of the village of El Cuyo. the thermals come in, you can enjoy a great session and
from beginner to advanced with lessons Kite Beach El Cuyo has a long, empty, white sand it usually blows strongly until after sunset! If you’re
available every day through the season. beach and the water’s chest deep until approximately coming here to learn then February to May are the best
They use Cabrinha equipment, which 70 metres from the shore. Choose to rip small waves months as the water is at its warmest and the winds are
is also available for hire, and you can and go on downwinders up to 23 miles long down the most reliable. You can also score some good conditions
choose between private or group coast from there. The wind is usually cross-onshore but from November to January, but it depends on colder low
sessions. They also run epic downwinders changes throughout the year with more side-shore winds pressure weather systems coming in.
and trips around the areas. occasionally coming through. The El Norte storms that During the summer season the air temps range from
www.comekitewithus.com fire up in January and December can bring with them a 24 - 30°C / 75 - 85°F and the water is equally as warm so you
info@comekitewithus.com much more full-on riding experience along with some won’t need extra layers on land or in the sea. During the
+1 347 407 2588 (WhatsApp) larger swell. winter it can drop a little when a cold front comes through
and you might want a thermal rashie or a summer suit
around that time. Jeans and a light hoodie are a good idea
GOOD FOR: Smooth, reliable conditions and a chance to experience in the evening. In summer you’ll live in shorts and T-shirts.
the culture of an authentic Mexican fishing village
OFF THE WATER
For accommodation choose from small ‘casitas’ and
guesthouses to larger properties that can be found on
Airbnb. There’s also a boutique hotel, Casa Morph, that
caters to kiters with an air compressor, board racks and a
five star experience.
There are local ‘tiendas’ (small shops) where you can
get the basics, but most people eat out as it’s relatively
inexpensive. The closest ATM is in Tizmin which is one hour
away, so stock up on pesos at the airport in Cancun as
nowhere in town accepts credit cards.
If you get a no wind spell during your stay then El Cuyo
has world-class fishing, you can watch dolphins from the
pier or check out the thousands of flamingos that migrate
here each year to the nearby nature reserve. There are
Mayan ruins in the area to explore and you can also go for
a SUP around the bay or just sit back and catch some R&R.
What a set-up!
Photos: Come Kite With Us
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I 118 / FEATURE / MIND OVER MATTER
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Mind
Over
3,500 Matter WORDS: Matt Pearce / PHOTOS: Ydwer van der Heide
The early professional athletes probably didn’t go in
for things like visualisation techniques and ‘mindset
seminars’, but it’s all the rage for the modern sportsman
or woman. These days even the brawniest of jocks know
the value of getting their mind straight for optimum
sporting performance. The right coping mechanisms
can give you a serious edge when it comes to improving
your riding and overriding the mental blocks and
stresses that so often hinder your progress
25 – 50
W
e’ve broken down a few areas for your
consideration if you’re on the hunt for
extra ‘mind gainz’ to really maximise your
time on the water – and set them against a backdrop
of big moves that dropped in Cape Town this season,
caught through the lens of Ydwer van der Heide .
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Rider: Bas Koole, Drepano, Greece / Photo: Orestis Zoumpos
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