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Compression – A Performance Action Gallery from Mauritius

Published 26th September 2019 by Andrea Susanne Opielka

 

NEVER SURF SOLID 

Words: Jim Gaunt
Photos: Ydwer van der Heide 

The GKA Kite World Cup Mauritius delivered mind-blowing action in both the Freestyle and Kite-Surf wave disciplines that ran at the Heritage Bel Ombre lagoon and reef just a couple of weeks ago.

More than 90 riders competed throughout ten action-packed days and the performance levels were incredible. In this gallery, we’ve zoomed in closer to the action, taking advantage of photographer Ydwer van der Heide’s high resolution action shots to bring you an extra perspective on just how fluid and flexible the top level kite-surfers are. 

(Click on an image to open the gallery and see the captions)

Compression Gallery

  • Mitu Monteiro, tucked up for the tunnel
  • Charlie Wise - racing suspension kicking in
  • James Carew - speed management
  • Pedro Matos - compressed for impact
  • Airton - perfect balance
  • Oswald Smith - hunters know to get low
  • Ninja Ricot - guiding the tail round and re-pressuring the nose to retain flow
  • Jalou - just for jols
  • Simon Joosten gliding across the coping
  • Charlie Wise - using his youthful teenage knees to maximum effect
  • Willow-River Tonkin-Shakes, bracing for the barrel
  • Sebastian Ribeiro returns his weight to front, ready to drop back in
  • Mitu Monteiro - morphing into the wave
  • Airton - hitting the gas with his back foot and blowing the exhaust out
  • James Carew - sometimes the fight against compression matters more
  • Jalou Langeree - dynamic disco

Have a look at some of the body positions that the GKA’s top Kite-Surf riders use to maintain speed and motion, which also helps them remain in the critical part of the wave. 

Do you bend and flex your legs as much when you ride? Next time you’re on the water, keep these shots in mind and really try to exaggerate your leg movement; get low and go with the flow! Your balance will improve and you’ll find that you have way more power to exert over your board… 

The GKA Kite World Cup Mauritius was hosted by the Heritage C-Beach Club and Kite Globing. 

 

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Tune in tomorrow to watch @reece_myerscough head into Round 5 here in Dakhla 🇲🇦💥www.gkakiteworldtour.com/live

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Tune in tomorrow to watch @reece_myerscough head into Round 5 here in Dakhla 🇲🇦💥www.gkakiteworldtour.com/live 🎥 @julien_leleu @diogocardoso.pt 🎬 @carlos.ortl #GKAKiteWorldTour #gkadakhla #qatarairways #gkaxqa #gkakitesurf #kitesurfing #PrinceHéritierMoulayElHassanKiteSurfWorldCup #VisitDakhla #Dakhla #Morocco #Maroc #Ainsoltane#GPCCarton #RedBull #MinistèredelÉducationNationaleduPréscolaireetdesSports #MDJS #VisitMorocco #cridakhla #AMCI #SNRT #westpointdakhla #oasis212 #lacriquedakhla #lagonenergy #dakhlaattitude #moroccoissafe #visitmorocco #kitewingsupport
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@ali.beqqali is one example of the incredible local talent that exists in Morocco. During this event we have witnessed him shredding the spot together with the other local wildcards. 🇲🇦🔥

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@ali.beqqali is one example of the incredible local talent that exists in Morocco. During this event we have witnessed him shredding the spot together with the other local wildcards. 🇲🇦🔥 🎥 @julien_leleu @diogocardoso.pt 🎬 @carlos.ortl #GKAKiteWorldTour #gkadakhla #qatarairways #gkaxqa #gkakitesurf #kitesurfing #PrinceHéritierMoulayElHassanKiteSurfWorldCup #VisitDakhla #Dakhla #Morocco #Maroc #Ainsoltane#GPCCarton #RedBull #MinistèredelÉducationNationaleduPréscolaireetdesSports #MDJS #VisitMorocco #cridakhla #AMCI #SNRT #westpointdakhla #oasis212 #lacriquedakhla #lagonenergy #dakhlaattitude #moroccoissafe #visitmorocco #kitewingsupport
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Tour manager @tomhartmann44 updates us about the competition here in Dakhla 🇲🇦

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#GKAKiteWorldTour #gkadakhla #qatarairways #gkaxqa #gkakitesurf #kitesurfing #PrinceHéritierMoulayElHassanKiteSurfWorldCup #VisitDakhla #Dakhla #Morocco #Maroc #Ainsoltane#GPCCarton #RedBull #MinistèredelÉducationNationaleduPréscolaireetdesSports #MDJS #VisitMorocco #cridakhla #AMCI #SNRT #westpointdakhla #oasis212 #lacriquedakhla #lagonenergy #dakhlaattitude #moroccoissafe #visitmorocco #kitewingsupport

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Tour manager @tomhartmann44 updates us about the competition here in Dakhla 🇲🇦 🎥 @julien_leleu @diogocardoso.pt 🎬 @carlos.ortl #GKAKiteWorldTour #gkadakhla #qatarairways #gkaxqa #gkakitesurf #kitesurfing #PrinceHéritierMoulayElHassanKiteSurfWorldCup #VisitDakhla #Dakhla #Morocco #Maroc #Ainsoltane#GPCCarton #RedBull #MinistèredelÉducationNationaleduPréscolaireetdesSports #MDJS #VisitMorocco #cridakhla #AMCI #SNRT #westpointdakhla #oasis212 #lacriquedakhla #lagonenergy #dakhlaattitude #moroccoissafe #visitmorocco #kitewingsupport
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@moonawhyte is shredding Dakhla at the moment ⚔️ 🇲🇦🙌🏼

🎥 @julien_leleu @diogocardoso.pt 🎬 @carlos.ortl

#GKAKiteWorldTour #gkadakhla #qatarairways #gkaxqa #gkakitesurf #kitesurfing #PrinceHéritierMoulayElHassanKiteSurfWorldCup #VisitDakhla #Dakhla #Morocco #Maroc #Ainsoltane#GPCCarton #RedBull #MinistèredelÉducationNationaleduPréscolaireetdesSports #MDJS #VisitMorocco #cridakhla #AMCI #SNRT #westpointdakhla #oasis212 #lacriquedakhla #lagonenergy #dakhlaattitude #moroccoissafe #visitmorocco #kitewingsupport

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@moonawhyte is shredding Dakhla at the moment ⚔️ 🇲🇦🙌🏼 🎥 @julien_leleu @diogocardoso.pt 🎬 @carlos.ortl #GKAKiteWorldTour #gkadakhla #qatarairways #gkaxqa #gkakitesurf #kitesurfing #PrinceHéritierMoulayElHassanKiteSurfWorldCup #VisitDakhla #Dakhla #Morocco #Maroc #Ainsoltane#GPCCarton #RedBull #MinistèredelÉducationNationaleduPréscolaireetdesSports #MDJS #VisitMorocco #cridakhla #AMCI #SNRT #westpointdakhla #oasis212 #lacriquedakhla #lagonenergy #dakhlaattitude #moroccoissafe #visitmorocco #kitewingsupport
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We have progressed up to the women’s semi-finals this afternoon in ideal conditions. Don’t forget that you can follow the action live right here 👉🏼 www.gkakiteworldtour.com/live

🎥 @julien_leleu @diogocardoso.pt 🎬 @carlos.ortl

#GKAKiteWorldTour #gkadakhla #qatarairways #gkaxqa #gkakitesurf #kitesurfing #PrinceHéritierMoulayElHassanKiteSurfWorldCup #VisitDakhla #Dakhla #Morocco #Maroc #Ainsoltane#GPCCarton #RedBull #MinistèredelÉducationNationaleduPréscolaireetdesSports #MDJS #VisitMorocco #cridakhla #AMCI #SNRT #westpointdakhla #oasis212 #lacriquedakhla #lagonenergy #dakhlaattitude #moroccoissafe #visitmorocco #kitewingsupport

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We have progressed up to the women’s semi-finals this afternoon in ideal conditions. Don’t forget that you can follow the action live right here 👉🏼 www.gkakiteworldtour.com/live 🎥 @julien_leleu @diogocardoso.pt 🎬 @carlos.ortl #GKAKiteWorldTour #gkadakhla #qatarairways #gkaxqa #gkakitesurf #kitesurfing #PrinceHéritierMoulayElHassanKiteSurfWorldCup #VisitDakhla #Dakhla #Morocco #Maroc #Ainsoltane#GPCCarton #RedBull #MinistèredelÉducationNationaleduPréscolaireetdesSports #MDJS #VisitMorocco #cridakhla #AMCI #SNRT #westpointdakhla #oasis212 #lacriquedakhla #lagonenergy #dakhlaattitude #moroccoissafe #visitmorocco #kitewingsupport
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