Zara Hoogenraad

Zara Hoogenraad

Pro Rider

2 weeks ago

The legendary Lords of Tram 2025, where the wind showed no mercy pushing the riders beyond their limits. Check out all of the action in...

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2 weeks ago

Lords of Tram brought some serious conditions this weekend—powerful winds, big sends, and a constant challenge to adapt. Zara Hoogenraad took it all in stride...

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3 weeks ago

Storm incoming! Flashback to Zara Hoogenraad at Lords of Tram last year!

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3 weeks ago

Green Light! It’s ON! The forecast for Saturday the 29th and Sunday the 30th is looking solid, with a possible start at 7:30 AM CET...

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2 months ago

The IKSURFMAG 2024 Readers Awards – The winners are in! A new year means fresh energy; with it, the IKSURFMAG Readers Awards have once again...

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4 months ago

Against all odds and in the final three hours of the event’s weather window, Red Bull King of the Air 2024 concluded with an exhilarating...

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4 months ago

The 2024 Red Bull King of the Air delivered epic action in Cape Town! As the legendary Cape Doctor winds peaked at 40 knots, riders...

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4 months ago

Meet CORE's women division at Red Bull's King of the Air 2024!

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5 months ago

The Red Bull King of the Air 2024 kicked off breathtakingly at Kite Beach, Cape Town, on Saturday, 30 November 2024. Day 1 delivered electrifying...

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5 months ago

Big moves from #teamCORE on the opening day of KING OF THE AIR 2024! After the wind kept everyone waiting, Giel Vlugt powered into round...

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7 months ago

@zarahoogenraad just getting warmed up in Brazil. Ready for the season to kick off?

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Issue 108

Kiteboarding might be a young sport, but its history is packed with unforgettable moments. This year’s Red Bull King of the Air wasn’t just about going extreme —it was also a chance to reflect on where the sport started and how far it’s come. Rou Chater, who’s been in the game for 25 years, shares his unique take on KOTA’s evolution, from its roots in Maui to the groundbreaking inclusion of a women’s division this year. Get ready for a deep dive into the event’s history, the highs and lows, and what makes it such a massive part of the kiteboarding culture.

4 months ago
Issue 108

We sit down with Lana Herman! From her beginnings in landlocked Ljubljana, Slovenia, to discovering the world of kiteboarding, Lana’s journey has been anything but ordinary. We talk about how kiteboarding changed her life, her love for Big Air, and the role of her sponsors in shaping her career. Check it out!

4 months ago
Issue 106

Zara Hoogenraad became the Big Air World Champion in 2024 after overcoming self-doubt, personal loss, and countless challenges. Her story is a testament to resilience and the belief that no dream is too big, inspiring others to pursue their dreams no matter how impossible they may seem. Read all about her journey exclusively in IKSURFMAG!

8 months ago
Issue 105

With the spotlight firmly on big air right now, does it come at the detriment of the many facets of our sport, or even perhaps the very sport itself? At the risk of being burned at the stake, Rou Chater dives deep into the abyss…

10 months ago
Issue 104

Mild-mannered, thoughtful and incredibly passionate about making better products for you to enjoy, Philip Schennagel, the CEO of CORE, sits down with Rou Chater for the Intriguing Beings Podcast!

12 months ago
Issue 102

Feast your eyes on some of our favourite images over the past two months! Our Lightroom gallery is where we share the best images with nowhere else to go… don't miss it!

1 year ago
Issue 101

All eyes are on the big air scene, and this year, we've seen another leap forward in tricks and technicality. With the young guns leading the charge, the level of competition is unbelievable. Read on as Crystal Veness recaps the biggest news in the world of big air!

2 years ago
Issue 100

In this edition of Insight, we're honouring each of the women that have graced the cover of IKSURFMAG since our inception in 2006! Some still regularly appear in this magazine, while others have taken steps in different directions. We caught up with these talented ladies to discover how kiting has impacted their lives and continues to shape who they are today. Join the Cover Girls of IKSURFMAG in this Issue #100 special feature!

2 years ago
Issue 98

As one of the most influential women in kiteboarding and the dominant winner of Best Female Kitesurfer in the IKSURFMAG Readers Awards for three years in a row, Hannah Whiteley is, most definitely, an Intriguing Being. In this article, we share some of the highlights from the podcast. To get the full story, click the podcast icon on this page!

2 years ago
Issue 94

Among the most influential female kiteboarders on the Big Air scene at the moment, Zara Hoogenraad embodies power, strength and determination. A new name on the scene, but this one is definitely here to stay! Jen Tyler got to know all about Zara Hoogenraad in this exclusive interview!

3 years ago
Issue 93

Kitesurfing is a series of highs and lows, and we don’t just mean your jump stats! Editor Crystal Veness takes a look at how the motivation to get on the water can change, and how to get that fire burning again!

3 years ago
2 years ago

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The legendary Lords of Tram 2025, where the wind showed no mercy pushing the riders beyond their limits. Check out all of the action in these full highlights!nn @Andrea Principi @Edgar Ulrich @Francesca Maini @Josh Gillitt @Leonardo Casati @Liam Whaley…

2 weeks ago

Lords of Tram brought some serious conditions this weekend—powerful winds, big sends, and a constant challenge to adapt. Zara Hoogenraad took it all in stride and showed up strong in Barcarès!nn @Zara Hoogenraad @CORE Kiteboarding @Ride Engine

2 weeks ago

Storm incoming! Flashback to Zara Hoogenraad at Lords of Tram last year!nn @Zara Hoogenraad @CORE Kiteboarding @Ride Engine

3 weeks ago

Posts we shared on our Instagram Page over the last 2 months

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