PKRA - Cabarete - Dom. Republiek
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PKRA - Cabarete - Dominicaanse Republiek
16 juni - 20 juni
Ja jongens en meisjes het is weer tijd voor spektakel
Kevin en Youri kunnen weer aan de bak in Cabarete. Lukt het ze deze keer wel om Andy Yates en Alex Pastor op hun nummer te zetten of hebben ze daar hulp bij nodig van de locals die er ook wat van kunnen. Of gaat er weer een local met de titel vandoor? De temperatuur is in ieder geval goed, nu alleen hopen op dikke wind daar.
Windverwachting
Uitslagen Freestyle:
Singles Heren
Singles Dames
Doubles Heren
Doubles Dames
For those of you who are unaware, Cabarete is a small, laid-back Caribbean beach village located only 20 minutes away from the Puerto Plata International Airport on the northern shore of the Dominican Republic.
Kiteboarding is the hottest, most sought after water sport on the planet and Cabarete matches with it perfectly. This charming Caribbean town has the reputation of having the most fantastic kitesurfing conditions in the world. Some of the world’s greatest professional riders such as the stunning, Susi Mai, Ariel Corniel, and Alex Soto have commenced their kiting careers here. This comes at no surprise due to the very high concentration of talented local freestyle riders that Cabarete has.
Professional riders often chose Cabarete as their number one training destination because of the year round perfect weather conditions.
Cabarete, the Caribbean kitesurfing capital has hosted the largest kiteboarding events in the world since the year 2000. This year as a 5 stars IKA base factor 7 event. The event will be held at Bozo beach from June 17th – 20th, with registration on June 16th.
Most of the worlds best riders such as the 2009 World Freestyle Champions Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED) and Bruna Kajiya (Flexifoil, BRA) will be amongst those competing.
The Professional Kiteboard Riders Association (PKRA), as well as local organizers are in the process of working out the final details to make sure that this event as well as all future events rank amongst the top promoted events in the world. Organizers are providing free accommodations for all official international media personnel to help us out with this task.
Stay tuned for live results, up to the minute Twitter feeds as well as daily press information live from the 2010 Cabarete World Cup!
16 juni - 20 juni
Ja jongens en meisjes het is weer tijd voor spektakel
Kevin en Youri kunnen weer aan de bak in Cabarete. Lukt het ze deze keer wel om Andy Yates en Alex Pastor op hun nummer te zetten of hebben ze daar hulp bij nodig van de locals die er ook wat van kunnen. Of gaat er weer een local met de titel vandoor? De temperatuur is in ieder geval goed, nu alleen hopen op dikke wind daar.
Windverwachting
Uitslagen Freestyle:
Singles Heren
Singles Dames
Doubles Heren
Doubles Dames
For those of you who are unaware, Cabarete is a small, laid-back Caribbean beach village located only 20 minutes away from the Puerto Plata International Airport on the northern shore of the Dominican Republic.
Kiteboarding is the hottest, most sought after water sport on the planet and Cabarete matches with it perfectly. This charming Caribbean town has the reputation of having the most fantastic kitesurfing conditions in the world. Some of the world’s greatest professional riders such as the stunning, Susi Mai, Ariel Corniel, and Alex Soto have commenced their kiting careers here. This comes at no surprise due to the very high concentration of talented local freestyle riders that Cabarete has.
Professional riders often chose Cabarete as their number one training destination because of the year round perfect weather conditions.
Cabarete, the Caribbean kitesurfing capital has hosted the largest kiteboarding events in the world since the year 2000. This year as a 5 stars IKA base factor 7 event. The event will be held at Bozo beach from June 17th – 20th, with registration on June 16th.
Most of the worlds best riders such as the 2009 World Freestyle Champions Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED) and Bruna Kajiya (Flexifoil, BRA) will be amongst those competing.
The Professional Kiteboard Riders Association (PKRA), as well as local organizers are in the process of working out the final details to make sure that this event as well as all future events rank amongst the top promoted events in the world. Organizers are providing free accommodations for all official international media personnel to help us out with this task.
Stay tuned for live results, up to the minute Twitter feeds as well as daily press information live from the 2010 Cabarete World Cup!
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wazzaah
03 May /
2010 /
17:19
Last day of competition ends with a spectacular surprise
The Cabarete Kiteboarding World Cup 2010 has been nothing less than a spectacular and successful event. More than 20 nationalities made their way to Cabarete to test their skills against the world’s best kiteboarders. Today’s weather conditions did not look very promising, but around 13:00 the sun came out, and the wind began to pick up in strength. The double eliminations commenced at 13:40 under sunny blue skies. Numerous spectators made their way down to the beach in hopes of getting a glance of their favorite professional rider in action.
The first heat of the day was in the women’s division, Audrey Meyer (Naish, FRA) against Holly Kennedy (North, GRB). Meyer defeated Kennedy moving her onto the next heat against the 2009 womens freestyle champion Bruna Kajiya (Flexifoil, BRA). Kajiya was not on the top of her usual game here in Cabarete, however she was able to eliminate Meyer due to her better execution of tricks. It was a great day for Polish rider Karolina Winkowska (Slingshot, POL) who battled her way through two heats landing her into the final against Spanish rider Gisela Pulido (Airush, ESP). Pulido was without a doubt on fire, landing many technical tricks from a kite loop slim to a KGB switch, which would earn her first place in the double eliminations.
In the men’s division, Alex Soto (F-One, DOM) was on fire with his aggressive riding style. Soto defeated Tom Hebert (Airush, NCL) in the first round on men’s heats, but was later eliminated by Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED) whom had an overall better execution of tricks. Zoon went on to eliminate Alberto Rondina (Cabrinha, ITA) in the next round of heats but was then defeated by Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED) in the semi final. Langeree moved on to the final against local hero Ariel Corniel (Ozone, DOM). It was so nice to see all Corniel’s support group out on the beach helping him caddy his quiver of Ozone kites opposed to Langeree whom only had one back up kite in the air. The two battled their way through the 7-minute heat. Both competitors landed various technical tricks however Corniel landed more than 15 technical tricks with more power and better execution. It was without a doubt a unanimous judge’s decision in favor of Corniel. A large crowd of Dominican’s rushed to greet Corniel on the beach, lifting him in the air, carrying him like a king. Corniel is the second professional rider to ever win a second title here in Cabarete, once in 2007 and 2010. Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED) was the first to win two titles, once in 2006 and again in 2008.
The Cabarete World Cup 2010 was made possible by Millennium Resort & Spa, Cerveza Presidente, Ministerio de Tourismo, SEDEFIR, EH Kiteboarding, Europcar, Viva Wyndham Tangerine, LAX, Amber Dune Resort & Spa, Sea Horse Ranch, Red Bull, Carib Wind Centre, Coca Cola, Dasani, Empaq, La Campagna, Ocean Dream Resort, Gran Cabanna Resort, Stonefish, Kite Beach Hotel, Airbound Apparel, ProMed (Ambulance Service), L'Agence Real Estate, Maraja, Villa Taina, Pomodoro, Hotel Tropical Casa Laguna, Puerto Plata Security Group. Thank you very much for all your support.
DOUBLE ELIMINATION RESULTS
MEN RESULTS:
1- Ariel Corniel (Ozone, DOM)
2- Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED)
3- Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED)
4- Alberto Rondina (Cabrinha, ITA)
WOMEN RESULTS:
1- Gisela Pulido (Airush, ESP)
2- Karolina Winkowska (Slingshot, POL)
3- Asia Litwin (Nobile, POL)
4- Bruna Kajiya (Flexifoil, BRA)
Deteriorating weather conditions cause for delays
Yesterday’s outlook for today’s weather forecast did not look promising however, by midday the weather had improved and the wind started to pick up in strength. PKRA Race Director Erik Troostheide announced at the 11:30am rider’s meeting, “the wind is not 100% suitable but looks to be picking up in strength so we will attempt a start at 12:30pm.”
Michael Schitzhofer (JN Kites, AUT) made his way out on the water to fight against local Dominican Robinson Hilario (F-ONE, DOM) in the first heat of the day. Both competitors seemed to be struggling a bit with the wind however Schitzhofer defeated Hilario due to better execution of tricks and more technical difficulty. Jesse Richman (Cabrinha, USA) eliminated Schitzhofer in the second round of heats.
Spanish rider Alex Pastor (Airush, ESP) has not been on the top of his game here in Cabarete. Tom Hebert (Airush, NCL) defeated Pastor in a 2/1 judges decision due to better execution of tricks and more technical moves.
Dominican rider Alex Soto (F-One, DOM) proved he’s world-class material as he effortlessly defeated all competitors that got in his way. Soto eliminated Brazilian rider Reno Romeu (North, BRA), Luke Whiteside (North, GRB), the current tour leader Andy Yates (Slingshot, AUS) as well as Jesse Richman (Cabrinha, USA) in the double eliminations.
The weather started to deteriorate around 3:00pm. Race director Erik Troostheide had to abandon 2 heats today. The first abandonment was Sebastien Garat (RRD, FRA) against Tom Hebert (Airush, NCL) and the second was in the women’s division Audrey Meyer (Naish, FRA) against Holly Kennedy (North,GRB).
Just shortly after 5:00pm the competition was called off due to the poor conditions. Tomorrow’s forecast does not look promising, but you never know what Mother Nature has up her sleeve, especially here in Cabarete, Dominican Republic.
Tomorrow’s skippers’ meeting is scheduled for 11:30am with the first possible start at 12:00pm.
Please visit: http://www.extremeelements.tv/live_results/results.php for all Live Results and follow us on Twitter: prokitetour for updates and info.
Smashing second day at the Cabarete World Cup
You couldn’t ask for better conditions here in Cabarete. The classic Cabarete wind began to blow early this morning making a possible 12:00pm start a reality. The riders were out on the water prior to the mandatory riders meeting, which was held on the beach this morning at 11:30am. The second round of the men’s single elimination heats began on time as scheduled.
There was a huge upset in the rankings today as the Hawaiian superstar Jesse Richman (Cabrinha, USA) eliminated Spanish sensation Alex Pastor (Airush, ESP) in the second heat of the day. It was a very close heat with a 2/1 judges decision in favor of Richman whom had better and cleaner execution of tricks, and more technical tricks. It was an amazing day for the “Italian Stallion” Alberto Rondina (Cabrinha, ITA) as kiteboarding legend Laurel Eastman stated. Rondina won three consecutive heats landing him in the semi final against local Dominican rider Ariel Corniel (Ozone, D.R.). Corniel defeated the current 2010 tour leader Andy Yates (Slingshot, AUS) in the third round of heats. Rondina was also eliminated by Corniel however advances to the losers final against Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED). Zoon had a great day, powering his way through his first heat of the day against local Dominican rider Alex Soto (F-ONE, D.R.). Zoon eliminated all competitors he battled against, however was defeated by fellow Dutchmen Kevin Langaree (Naish, NED) in the semi final. Zoon finished in fourth place today losing against Alberto Rondina (Cabrinha, ITA) in the losers final who finished in third. It was a promising day for the 2009 Mens Freestyle World Champion Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED). Langeree won 4 consecutive heats, effortlessly making his way to the semi final against Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED). Langeree advanced to the winners final against local Dominican hero Ariel Corniel (Ozone, D.R.). It was a 2/1 judges decision in favor of Corniel. Corniel was on fire and on top of his game here at his hometown of Cabarete. He gave his friends and fans a spectacular show. Corniel had an overall better execution of technical tricks with aggressively more power than Langeree whom struggled with execution and had a higher kite position. Langeree finishes in second place while Corniel takes home the first place title.
The 5 x Kiteboarding World Champion and Legend, Aaron Hadlow (Flexifoil, GRB) was on the loose, roaming the beaches of Cabarete, cheering on his friends and fellow teammates showing his encouragement and support.
The women of kiteboarding were certainly on top of their game today. Karolina Winkowska (Slingshot, POL) battled her way to the semi final defeating Susi Mai (Cabrinha, GER) and Holly Kennedy (North, GRB). Winkowska was eliminated in the semi final by Gisela Pulido (Airush, ESP) however finished first in the losers final earning her third place in the single eliminations. Asia Litwin (Nobile, POL) had a spectacular comeback after an injury. Litwin danced her way to the semi finals defeating local rider Kate Bowcutt (Epic Kites, D.R.), Johara Sykes-Davies (Flexifoil, GRB) and the 2009 Womens Freestyle Champion Bruna Kajiya (Flexifoil, BRA) in the semi final. Pulido defeated Litwin in the winners final however earning her a second place title while Pulido finishes in first place.
Once the singles were completed the riders quickly rushed into the double eliminations. The first round of men’s and women’s heats have been completed and will hopefully resume tomorrow if the weather conditions permit.
The mandatory riders meeting is scheduled for tomorrow at 11:30am with the first possible start at 12:00pm.
Congratulations to all the single elimination winners.
MEN RESULTS:
1- Ariel Corniel (Ozone, D.R.)
2- Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED)
3- Alberto Rondina (Cabrinha, ITA)
4- Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED)
WOMEN RESULTS:
1- Gisela Pulido (Airush, ESP)
2- Asia Litwin (Nobile, POL)
3- Karolina Winkowska (Slingshot, POL)
4- Bruna Kajiya (Flexifoil, BRA)
A late but successful kick off at the Cabarete World Cup
The wind was shinning, and the temperatures were a scorching 31 degrees Celsius as all the riders waited patiently for the wind to pick up in strength. After waiting for nearly two hours, the wind decided to come out and play here in Cabarete, Dominican Republic.
The men’s trial eliminations were completed rather quickly making it possible for the men’s single eliminations to commence. The first round of men’s freestyle single eliminations got underway at 3:15pm. Advancing from the first round is Alberto Rondina (Cabrinha, ITA) who defeated local Dominican rider Carlos Rodriguez (EH, D.R.) It was a successful day for most of the local Dominican riders; Felix Antoine (Star Kites, D.R.), local superstar Ariel Corniel (Ozone, D.R.), Alex Soto (F-One, D.R.) and Robinson Hilario (F-One, D.R.) skillfully jumped their way into the second round. Alex Pastor (Airush, ESP), Tomas Teixeira (RRD, BRA), Andy Yates (Slingshot, AUS), Sebastien Garat (RRD, FRA), Luke Whiteside (North, UK), Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED), Micheal Schitzhofer (JN Kites, AUT), Tom Hebert (Airush, NCL), and Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED) eliminated their opponents making their way to the second round of heats.
It was a late start for the women’s freestyle single eliminations, however they had great wind and weather conditions to make their debut out on the water. Karolina Winkowska (Slingshot, POL) defeated the Dominican Queen of Kiteboarding Susi Mai (Cabrinha, GER) in the first heat of the women’s division. Holly Kennedy (North, UK) defeated Tala Elajou (F-One, FRA) but was later eliminated by Winkowska in the second round of heats. It was a sad day for Laila Puehringer (JN Kites, AUT) whom was defeated by Nadine Merks (F-One, NOR), Merks was later defeated by Gisela Pulido (Airush, ESP) in the second round. Johara Sykes-Davies (Flexifoil, UK) advanced to the second round but was later eliminated by Asia Litwin (Nobile, POL) whom defeated 13-year-old Kate Bowcutt (Epic Kites, D.R.) in the first round of heats. Bruna Kajiya (Flexifoil, BRA) eliminated Audrey Meyer (Naish, FRA) in the second round.
The women’s freestyle single eliminations warp up for the day under a beautiful sun setting sky with happy eager spectators watching from the crowded Dominican beach. We will commence with the second round of the men’s division followed by the third round of the women’s.
Tomorrow mandatory skippers meeting is scheduled for 11:30am with the first possible start at 12:00pm.
The Cabarete World Cup 2010 was made possible by Millennium, Presidente, Republica Dominicana, LAX, Adeca, Ashoresoca, Asociacion Dominicana de Kiteboarding, Ayuntamiento de Cabarete/Sosua, Defensa Civil, El Magnifico, Servi Cab, Fuera Aerea Dominicana, La Punta Apartamentos, Laurel Eastman Kiteboarding, Manuel O. Matos, Brea S.A., Marina de Grerra, Policia Nacional, Politur, Dsde el Medio Tours, Agenda, Cabarete Events, Red Bull, Viva Wyndham Tangerine, Europcar, Coca Cola, Dasani, and Ocean Dream Resort.
Cabarete World Cup 2010 Preview
Apr-28-2010
The world famous Cabarete World Cup in the Dominican Republic, the Kitesurfing Caribbean capital, returns in 2010 to the PKRA World Tour. This year as a 5 stars, IKA base factor 7 event. The event will be at Bozo beach from June 17 – 20, with registration on June 16th.
The top riders in the world, including 2009 World Champion Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED) and 2010 World Tour leader Andy Yates (Slingshot, AUD) will battle the extremely talented Dominican riders. Cabarete, due to its amazingly good kiteboarding weather condition, has a very high concentration of talented freestyle local riders, and has produced many kiteboarding stars, like Ariel Corniel, Alex Soto, and Manuel Rondon to name a few.
Cabarete is a classic of the PKRA world tour. It is one of the oldest PKRA World Tour events, with its debut in 2001. In 2007- Ariel Corniel- was the first Dominican ever to win the prestigious event, then in 2008 Kevin Langeree made history by being the first rider ever to win the event twice.
The event will have $30,000 USD prize money, making it a 5 star, IKA base factor 7 which will award the winner 730 points towards the world tour ranking.
In the Men’s division, the PKRA tour race to the top is tighter than ever with the top 4 competitors, Andy, Yates (Slingshot, AUD), Alex Pastor (Airush, ESP), Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED), and Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED), within 64 points of each other. Not to mention the rest of the Pro’s very close behind.
In the women division the level is amazing with Gisela Pulido (Airush, ESP), World Champ Bruna Kajiya (Flexifoil, BRA), and talented Karolina Winkowska (Slingshot, POL) leading the way. Also there is a rumor about the return of Asia Litwin to the PKRA tour stop in Cabarete. Litwin has been recovering from an injury suffered last season.
Cabarete 2010 promises to be yet another amazing event of the 2010 PKRA World Tour
The Cabarete Kiteboarding World Cup 2010 has been nothing less than a spectacular and successful event. More than 20 nationalities made their way to Cabarete to test their skills against the world’s best kiteboarders. Today’s weather conditions did not look very promising, but around 13:00 the sun came out, and the wind began to pick up in strength. The double eliminations commenced at 13:40 under sunny blue skies. Numerous spectators made their way down to the beach in hopes of getting a glance of their favorite professional rider in action.
The first heat of the day was in the women’s division, Audrey Meyer (Naish, FRA) against Holly Kennedy (North, GRB). Meyer defeated Kennedy moving her onto the next heat against the 2009 womens freestyle champion Bruna Kajiya (Flexifoil, BRA). Kajiya was not on the top of her usual game here in Cabarete, however she was able to eliminate Meyer due to her better execution of tricks. It was a great day for Polish rider Karolina Winkowska (Slingshot, POL) who battled her way through two heats landing her into the final against Spanish rider Gisela Pulido (Airush, ESP). Pulido was without a doubt on fire, landing many technical tricks from a kite loop slim to a KGB switch, which would earn her first place in the double eliminations.
In the men’s division, Alex Soto (F-One, DOM) was on fire with his aggressive riding style. Soto defeated Tom Hebert (Airush, NCL) in the first round on men’s heats, but was later eliminated by Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED) whom had an overall better execution of tricks. Zoon went on to eliminate Alberto Rondina (Cabrinha, ITA) in the next round of heats but was then defeated by Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED) in the semi final. Langeree moved on to the final against local hero Ariel Corniel (Ozone, DOM). It was so nice to see all Corniel’s support group out on the beach helping him caddy his quiver of Ozone kites opposed to Langeree whom only had one back up kite in the air. The two battled their way through the 7-minute heat. Both competitors landed various technical tricks however Corniel landed more than 15 technical tricks with more power and better execution. It was without a doubt a unanimous judge’s decision in favor of Corniel. A large crowd of Dominican’s rushed to greet Corniel on the beach, lifting him in the air, carrying him like a king. Corniel is the second professional rider to ever win a second title here in Cabarete, once in 2007 and 2010. Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED) was the first to win two titles, once in 2006 and again in 2008.
The Cabarete World Cup 2010 was made possible by Millennium Resort & Spa, Cerveza Presidente, Ministerio de Tourismo, SEDEFIR, EH Kiteboarding, Europcar, Viva Wyndham Tangerine, LAX, Amber Dune Resort & Spa, Sea Horse Ranch, Red Bull, Carib Wind Centre, Coca Cola, Dasani, Empaq, La Campagna, Ocean Dream Resort, Gran Cabanna Resort, Stonefish, Kite Beach Hotel, Airbound Apparel, ProMed (Ambulance Service), L'Agence Real Estate, Maraja, Villa Taina, Pomodoro, Hotel Tropical Casa Laguna, Puerto Plata Security Group. Thank you very much for all your support.
DOUBLE ELIMINATION RESULTS
MEN RESULTS:
1- Ariel Corniel (Ozone, DOM)
2- Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED)
3- Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED)
4- Alberto Rondina (Cabrinha, ITA)
WOMEN RESULTS:
1- Gisela Pulido (Airush, ESP)
2- Karolina Winkowska (Slingshot, POL)
3- Asia Litwin (Nobile, POL)
4- Bruna Kajiya (Flexifoil, BRA)
Deteriorating weather conditions cause for delays
Yesterday’s outlook for today’s weather forecast did not look promising however, by midday the weather had improved and the wind started to pick up in strength. PKRA Race Director Erik Troostheide announced at the 11:30am rider’s meeting, “the wind is not 100% suitable but looks to be picking up in strength so we will attempt a start at 12:30pm.”
Michael Schitzhofer (JN Kites, AUT) made his way out on the water to fight against local Dominican Robinson Hilario (F-ONE, DOM) in the first heat of the day. Both competitors seemed to be struggling a bit with the wind however Schitzhofer defeated Hilario due to better execution of tricks and more technical difficulty. Jesse Richman (Cabrinha, USA) eliminated Schitzhofer in the second round of heats.
Spanish rider Alex Pastor (Airush, ESP) has not been on the top of his game here in Cabarete. Tom Hebert (Airush, NCL) defeated Pastor in a 2/1 judges decision due to better execution of tricks and more technical moves.
Dominican rider Alex Soto (F-One, DOM) proved he’s world-class material as he effortlessly defeated all competitors that got in his way. Soto eliminated Brazilian rider Reno Romeu (North, BRA), Luke Whiteside (North, GRB), the current tour leader Andy Yates (Slingshot, AUS) as well as Jesse Richman (Cabrinha, USA) in the double eliminations.
The weather started to deteriorate around 3:00pm. Race director Erik Troostheide had to abandon 2 heats today. The first abandonment was Sebastien Garat (RRD, FRA) against Tom Hebert (Airush, NCL) and the second was in the women’s division Audrey Meyer (Naish, FRA) against Holly Kennedy (North,GRB).
Just shortly after 5:00pm the competition was called off due to the poor conditions. Tomorrow’s forecast does not look promising, but you never know what Mother Nature has up her sleeve, especially here in Cabarete, Dominican Republic.
Tomorrow’s skippers’ meeting is scheduled for 11:30am with the first possible start at 12:00pm.
Please visit: http://www.extremeelements.tv/live_results/results.php for all Live Results and follow us on Twitter: prokitetour for updates and info.
Smashing second day at the Cabarete World Cup
You couldn’t ask for better conditions here in Cabarete. The classic Cabarete wind began to blow early this morning making a possible 12:00pm start a reality. The riders were out on the water prior to the mandatory riders meeting, which was held on the beach this morning at 11:30am. The second round of the men’s single elimination heats began on time as scheduled.
There was a huge upset in the rankings today as the Hawaiian superstar Jesse Richman (Cabrinha, USA) eliminated Spanish sensation Alex Pastor (Airush, ESP) in the second heat of the day. It was a very close heat with a 2/1 judges decision in favor of Richman whom had better and cleaner execution of tricks, and more technical tricks. It was an amazing day for the “Italian Stallion” Alberto Rondina (Cabrinha, ITA) as kiteboarding legend Laurel Eastman stated. Rondina won three consecutive heats landing him in the semi final against local Dominican rider Ariel Corniel (Ozone, D.R.). Corniel defeated the current 2010 tour leader Andy Yates (Slingshot, AUS) in the third round of heats. Rondina was also eliminated by Corniel however advances to the losers final against Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED). Zoon had a great day, powering his way through his first heat of the day against local Dominican rider Alex Soto (F-ONE, D.R.). Zoon eliminated all competitors he battled against, however was defeated by fellow Dutchmen Kevin Langaree (Naish, NED) in the semi final. Zoon finished in fourth place today losing against Alberto Rondina (Cabrinha, ITA) in the losers final who finished in third. It was a promising day for the 2009 Mens Freestyle World Champion Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED). Langeree won 4 consecutive heats, effortlessly making his way to the semi final against Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED). Langeree advanced to the winners final against local Dominican hero Ariel Corniel (Ozone, D.R.). It was a 2/1 judges decision in favor of Corniel. Corniel was on fire and on top of his game here at his hometown of Cabarete. He gave his friends and fans a spectacular show. Corniel had an overall better execution of technical tricks with aggressively more power than Langeree whom struggled with execution and had a higher kite position. Langeree finishes in second place while Corniel takes home the first place title.
The 5 x Kiteboarding World Champion and Legend, Aaron Hadlow (Flexifoil, GRB) was on the loose, roaming the beaches of Cabarete, cheering on his friends and fellow teammates showing his encouragement and support.
The women of kiteboarding were certainly on top of their game today. Karolina Winkowska (Slingshot, POL) battled her way to the semi final defeating Susi Mai (Cabrinha, GER) and Holly Kennedy (North, GRB). Winkowska was eliminated in the semi final by Gisela Pulido (Airush, ESP) however finished first in the losers final earning her third place in the single eliminations. Asia Litwin (Nobile, POL) had a spectacular comeback after an injury. Litwin danced her way to the semi finals defeating local rider Kate Bowcutt (Epic Kites, D.R.), Johara Sykes-Davies (Flexifoil, GRB) and the 2009 Womens Freestyle Champion Bruna Kajiya (Flexifoil, BRA) in the semi final. Pulido defeated Litwin in the winners final however earning her a second place title while Pulido finishes in first place.
Once the singles were completed the riders quickly rushed into the double eliminations. The first round of men’s and women’s heats have been completed and will hopefully resume tomorrow if the weather conditions permit.
The mandatory riders meeting is scheduled for tomorrow at 11:30am with the first possible start at 12:00pm.
Congratulations to all the single elimination winners.
MEN RESULTS:
1- Ariel Corniel (Ozone, D.R.)
2- Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED)
3- Alberto Rondina (Cabrinha, ITA)
4- Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED)
WOMEN RESULTS:
1- Gisela Pulido (Airush, ESP)
2- Asia Litwin (Nobile, POL)
3- Karolina Winkowska (Slingshot, POL)
4- Bruna Kajiya (Flexifoil, BRA)
A late but successful kick off at the Cabarete World Cup
The wind was shinning, and the temperatures were a scorching 31 degrees Celsius as all the riders waited patiently for the wind to pick up in strength. After waiting for nearly two hours, the wind decided to come out and play here in Cabarete, Dominican Republic.
The men’s trial eliminations were completed rather quickly making it possible for the men’s single eliminations to commence. The first round of men’s freestyle single eliminations got underway at 3:15pm. Advancing from the first round is Alberto Rondina (Cabrinha, ITA) who defeated local Dominican rider Carlos Rodriguez (EH, D.R.) It was a successful day for most of the local Dominican riders; Felix Antoine (Star Kites, D.R.), local superstar Ariel Corniel (Ozone, D.R.), Alex Soto (F-One, D.R.) and Robinson Hilario (F-One, D.R.) skillfully jumped their way into the second round. Alex Pastor (Airush, ESP), Tomas Teixeira (RRD, BRA), Andy Yates (Slingshot, AUS), Sebastien Garat (RRD, FRA), Luke Whiteside (North, UK), Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED), Micheal Schitzhofer (JN Kites, AUT), Tom Hebert (Airush, NCL), and Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED) eliminated their opponents making their way to the second round of heats.
It was a late start for the women’s freestyle single eliminations, however they had great wind and weather conditions to make their debut out on the water. Karolina Winkowska (Slingshot, POL) defeated the Dominican Queen of Kiteboarding Susi Mai (Cabrinha, GER) in the first heat of the women’s division. Holly Kennedy (North, UK) defeated Tala Elajou (F-One, FRA) but was later eliminated by Winkowska in the second round of heats. It was a sad day for Laila Puehringer (JN Kites, AUT) whom was defeated by Nadine Merks (F-One, NOR), Merks was later defeated by Gisela Pulido (Airush, ESP) in the second round. Johara Sykes-Davies (Flexifoil, UK) advanced to the second round but was later eliminated by Asia Litwin (Nobile, POL) whom defeated 13-year-old Kate Bowcutt (Epic Kites, D.R.) in the first round of heats. Bruna Kajiya (Flexifoil, BRA) eliminated Audrey Meyer (Naish, FRA) in the second round.
The women’s freestyle single eliminations warp up for the day under a beautiful sun setting sky with happy eager spectators watching from the crowded Dominican beach. We will commence with the second round of the men’s division followed by the third round of the women’s.
Tomorrow mandatory skippers meeting is scheduled for 11:30am with the first possible start at 12:00pm.
The Cabarete World Cup 2010 was made possible by Millennium, Presidente, Republica Dominicana, LAX, Adeca, Ashoresoca, Asociacion Dominicana de Kiteboarding, Ayuntamiento de Cabarete/Sosua, Defensa Civil, El Magnifico, Servi Cab, Fuera Aerea Dominicana, La Punta Apartamentos, Laurel Eastman Kiteboarding, Manuel O. Matos, Brea S.A., Marina de Grerra, Policia Nacional, Politur, Dsde el Medio Tours, Agenda, Cabarete Events, Red Bull, Viva Wyndham Tangerine, Europcar, Coca Cola, Dasani, and Ocean Dream Resort.
Cabarete World Cup 2010 Preview
Apr-28-2010
The world famous Cabarete World Cup in the Dominican Republic, the Kitesurfing Caribbean capital, returns in 2010 to the PKRA World Tour. This year as a 5 stars, IKA base factor 7 event. The event will be at Bozo beach from June 17 – 20, with registration on June 16th.
The top riders in the world, including 2009 World Champion Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED) and 2010 World Tour leader Andy Yates (Slingshot, AUD) will battle the extremely talented Dominican riders. Cabarete, due to its amazingly good kiteboarding weather condition, has a very high concentration of talented freestyle local riders, and has produced many kiteboarding stars, like Ariel Corniel, Alex Soto, and Manuel Rondon to name a few.
Cabarete is a classic of the PKRA world tour. It is one of the oldest PKRA World Tour events, with its debut in 2001. In 2007- Ariel Corniel- was the first Dominican ever to win the prestigious event, then in 2008 Kevin Langeree made history by being the first rider ever to win the event twice.
The event will have $30,000 USD prize money, making it a 5 star, IKA base factor 7 which will award the winner 730 points towards the world tour ranking.
In the Men’s division, the PKRA tour race to the top is tighter than ever with the top 4 competitors, Andy, Yates (Slingshot, AUD), Alex Pastor (Airush, ESP), Kevin Langeree (Naish, NED), and Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED), within 64 points of each other. Not to mention the rest of the Pro’s very close behind.
In the women division the level is amazing with Gisela Pulido (Airush, ESP), World Champ Bruna Kajiya (Flexifoil, BRA), and talented Karolina Winkowska (Slingshot, POL) leading the way. Also there is a rumor about the return of Asia Litwin to the PKRA tour stop in Cabarete. Litwin has been recovering from an injury suffered last season.
Cabarete 2010 promises to be yet another amazing event of the 2010 PKRA World Tour
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wazzaah had een 5 sterren sessie in Terschelling Groene Strand met maar liefst 10 - 11 knots op zijn Vari Condor (2013)
onno
16 June /
2010 /
09:25
ik zeg kevin 1
youri 2
youri 2
north naish mystic
onno had een 5 sterren sessie in Zandmotor met maar liefst 15 - 20 knots op zijn Naish Park (2012)
pallo
16 June /
2010 /
10:27
Quote: onno - 16 juni, 2010 (11:25)
ik zeg kevin 1youri 2
ik zeg kevin 1youri 2
ik zeg andersom
pallo had een 2 sterren sessie in Oostvoorne autostrand met maar liefst 9 - 15 knots op zijn Gaastra Jekyll (2009)
onno
16 June /
2010 /
17:12
Ik zeg kevin dit jaar nog wereldchamp en volgend jaar Youri wereldchamp...
Kevin omdat hij zoooo lang tweede is geweest...
Kevin omdat hij zoooo lang tweede is geweest...
north naish mystic
onno had een 5 sterren sessie in Zandmotor met maar liefst 15 - 20 knots op zijn Naish Park (2012)
mik
16 June /
2010 /
20:56
Youri 1 omdat hij twee jaar geblesseerd is geweest
mik had een 4 sterren sessie in Ijsselmeer - Workum met maar liefst 15 - 20 knots op zijn Best Waroo (2009)
HookedCabarete
17 June /
2010 /
08:19
Gaat weer een mooi event worden.
Ik gun youri en kevin allebei de overwinning. Ben benieuwd!
Hoor net dat Alex Soto en Robinson de wildcards te pakken hebben. Er zitten nu 4 dominicanen in de race.
Ik gun youri en kevin allebei de overwinning. Ben benieuwd!
Hoor net dat Alex Soto en Robinson de wildcards te pakken hebben. Er zitten nu 4 dominicanen in de race.
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onno
17 June /
2010 /
16:44
Quote: mik - 16 juni, 2010 (22:56)
Youri 1 omdat hij twee jaar geblesseerd is geweest
Youri 1 omdat hij twee jaar geblesseerd is geweest
ok als je het zo stelt...lol
north naish mystic
onno had een 5 sterren sessie in Zandmotor met maar liefst 15 - 20 knots op zijn Naish Park (2012)
wazzaah
17 June /
2010 /
20:03
En ze zijn begonnen 
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wazzaah had een 5 sterren sessie in Terschelling Groene Strand met maar liefst 10 - 11 knots op zijn Vari Condor (2013)
Emiel
17 June /
2010 /
20:25
oei, kevin tegen corniel en youri tegen da silva, leuke start!
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BramB
17 June /
2010 /
20:54
tiring youri tegen da silva dat word echt heeel krap 
die heat will ik wel eens zien, op film.
die heat will ik wel eens zien, op film.
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BramB had een 5 sterren sessie in Barra do Cauipe met maar liefst 20 - 25 knots op zijn JN Prima Donna (2011)
SwellSC
17 June /
2010 /
22:37
Quote: Emiel - 17 juni, 2010 (21:25)
oei, kevin tegen corniel en youri tegen da silva, leuke start!
oei, kevin tegen corniel en youri tegen da silva, leuke start!
dat is Kelvin Corniel, en die had geen schijn van kans tegen kevin
Jeskite89
18 June /
2010 /
08:05
Zie ik het nou verkeerd of heeft Kevin zn heat verloren??!
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