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The MONDIAL DU VENT 2011 the biggest kiteboarding and windsurfing event in all France, is once again returning to the 2011 PKRA World Tour. All the best freestyle riders in the world will be there to for the 2011 competition season and to put the extreme wind conditions of Port Leucate to the test. This will promise to be an amazing show for the spectators. 2010 Event Winner and 2010 World Champions Andy Yates from Australia, as well as World Champon Gisela Pulido from Spain will get a chance to defend their title. Make sure to check all the action.
Day 3
Leucate, France, April 25th, 2011 – It was a beautiful sunny day in France today. The wind began to slowly build in strength throughout the morning enabling for the continuation of the men’s as well as women’s freestyle trial eliminations. Shortly after lunch, the wind had reached about 15-25 knots therefore the PKRA Race Director, Erik Troostheide announced that the red flag would be elevated for the kick off of the PKRA Mondial du Vent 2011 main event at 1:00pm sharp.
Even though the wind was extremely gusty it allowed for an afternoon full of exciting uncensored freestyle single elimination action. In the men’s single elimination division, it was an outstanding day for the Dominican Republic boys who pushed their skills to limitless levels causing upsets in the single elimination ladder.
Luis Alberto Cruz (Starkites, DOM) was one of the riders who performed exceptionally for the large crowd of spectators on the beach. Cruz had a few tricks up his sleeve, landing a one-handed Late Mobe with his kite practically inches above the water as well as double handle passes, an outstanding 313 with a super low kite position which enable him to eliminate his opponents such as Mario Rodwald (North, GER) in the first round as well as Andy Yates (Slingshot, AUS) in a 5/0 judge’s decision followed by Mikael Blomvall (Nobile, SWE) in the third round due to his cleaner executions, variety of tricks as well as kite position.
Robinson Hilario (F-ONE, DOM) was also riding extremely well executing a variety of difficult tricks against his opponents such as a Front Mobe 5, 315, and an Indy Grab double 313 pass defeating Tjin Van Esch (Advance, NED) in the first round as well as Alex Pastor (Airush, ESP) in the second round who executed four switch tricks which would not be enough to surpass Hilario’s cleaner executions and variety of technical tricks. Hilario went on to eliminate Marc Jacobs (Switch, NZL) in the third round where the competition came to a halt due to the fierce rain and thunderstorm weather conditions, which moved into the area rather quickly.
Reno Romeu (North, BRA), Alberto Rondina (Cabrinha, ITA), Sebastien Garat (RRD, FRA) as well as Youri Zoon (Slingshot, NED) all move into the third round which will resume tomorrow.
In the women’s freestyle single elimination division, Marie Switala (F-ONE, FRA) advanced from the first round moving her into the second round against Karolina Winkowska (Slingshot, POL) who eliminated Switala in a 5-0 judge’s decision. Winkowska moves on to challenge Bruna Kajiya (Flexifoil, BRA) in the third round. Asia Litwin (Nobile, POL) as well as Gisela Pulido (Airush, ESP) defeated their contenders today moving them up the ladder to meet each other in the third round, which will resume tomorrow.
Tomorrow’s wind forecast is predicting nearly the same conditions as today therefore the mandatory skippers meeting is set for 9:00am with the first possible start at 9:30am.
The Mondial du Vent is sponsored in part by Orange, Volkswagen Utilitaires, Veolia, Midi Libre, L'Independant, La Region Languedoc Roussillon, France 3 Languedoc Roussillon, RMC Info Talk Sport, Orangina, Airwaves, O'Neill, Maui Jim, and Leucate Mediterranee.
PKRA Press Secretary
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Day 2
Leucate, France, April 24th, 2011 – It was a beautifully still and sunny day here in Leucate. Despite the no wind forecast, riders and crew took the opportunity to share in on the Easter holiday spirit by sharing a few laughs over a refreshing ice cream cone or some delicious cotton candy known as “Barbe à Papa” here in France while conversing with friends about the hottest kiteboarding tricks and videos.
Numerous amounts of happy, smiling people were out and about checking out the fun and exciting displays along the boardwalk. A few multi-colored kites of many different shapes, and sizes were able to lift off up into the calm air which hung above the heads of giggling children. An announcement was made every hour as riders and crew eagerly awaited the wind to pick up in strength however ceased to do so.
Even though the conditions were unsuitable for competition today, the willingness and adrenaline has begun to set in for the next upcoming days of moderate forecasted wind for the resumption of the PKRA Mondial du Vent 2011. Near 5:00pm the PKRA Race Director, Erik Troostheide made the final announcement stating that the competition was officially canceled for the remainder of the day therefore all riders can enjoy the final hours of this beautiful day stating that the freestyle trials will resume tomorrow beginning with the women. Heat sequence for tomorrow as follows: Women Heat 1+2, 3+4 followed by Men Heat 19-22 then Women Heat 5+6, a short break of 1 heat followed by Women Heat 7. The wind forecast for the upcoming days looks very promising therefore an early skippers meeting is scheduled for 8:30am.
The Mondial du Vent is sponsored in part by Orange, Volkswagen Utilitaires, Veolia, Midi Libre, L'Independant, La Region Languedoc Roussillon, France 3 Languedoc Roussillon, RMC Info Talk Sport, Orangina, O'Neill, Maui Jim, Leucate Mediterranee.
PKRA Press Secretary
Day 1
Leucate, France, April 23rd, 2011 - Today was the backdrop for what will be yet another successful event for the PKRA World Cup 2011 Tour Season. Riders from all around the world made their way to Leucate, France to partake in the hottest kiteboarding world tour action beginning with the men’s and women’s freestyle trials followed by the main freestyle event which will begin once the trials have been completed to determine the best riders amongst many.
The wind conditions this morning were variable averaging anywhere from 15 to 20 knots under clearing skies. Competitors struggled with the wind as well as against the strong current during the trials therefore race director Erik Troostheide called the competition to a halt in hopes for a change in the wind pattern.
Near 3:00pm a new competition box was set up in the lagoon approved by the Mayor, which allowed for the continuation of the trial eliminations today. Hundreds of spectators watched as riders geared up their 9 to 12m kites as the first round of action packed trials came to an end. Thomas Paris (North, FRA), Christophe Tack (Liquid Force, BEL), Mikael Blomvall (Nobile, SWE), Mario Rodwald (North, GER), Luis Alberto Cruz (Star Kites, DOM), Alvaro Onieva (Slingshot, ESP), Robinson Hilario (F-ONE, DOM), Tijn Van Esch (Advance, NED), Cesar Portas (North, ESP) all move into the main event after having executed a variety of technical tricks with more speed, power and style than their opponents. In the second round, Erik Volpe (Slingshot, ITA), Alexandre Neto (Liquid Force, BRA), Boris Judin (CrazyFly, Serbia & Montenegro), Ariel Corniel (Ozone, DOM), Axel Tack (Slingshot, BEL), Nils Wesch (Naish, GER) and Michael Schitzhofer (Best, AUT) all move on to the third round which will resume tomorrow. The winners of the third round will all move into the main event.
The Mondial du Vent has been part of the PKRA world tour lineup for the past 13 consecutive years and will continue to invest their support in our team. It is the largest kiteboarding event in all France, in addition to the oldest ongoing kiteboarding event in the world with their debut in 1998.
The PKRA World Tour has kicked off a very powerful competition season for 2011 beginning in Hua Hin, Thailand in March and will continue to run smooth and highly successful competitions for all the years to come.
Tomorrow’s mandatory skippers meeting is set for 10:00am.
The Mondial du Vent is sponsored in part by Orange, Volkswagen Utilitaires, Veolia, Midi Libre, L'Independant, La Region Languedoc Roussillon, France 3 Languedoc Roussillon, RMC Info Talk Sport, Orangina, Maui Jim, Leucate Mediterranee.
wazzaah had een 5 sterren sessie in Terschelling Groene Strand met maar liefst 10 - 11 knots op zijn Vari Condor (2013)
Wie doet er allemaal mee van de lage landen?
Johnno Scholte, Christophe Tack, Axel Tack, Youri Zoon, Tijn Van Esch en Annie De Jong (hoop dat ik niemand vergeten ben)
ACTIE
wind is net een beetje opgenomen en we gaan de competitie op de lagune houden.
Wind is aanlandig en de zee is haast onvaarbaar voor freestyle.
Lekker vlak water, dus ACTIE
In totaal zijn er 43 dudes en 13 dudettes die meedoen, dus voor beide zijn er kwalificaties.
Eerst is het mannen kwalificaties waar Johnno, Christophe, Axel en Tijn aan moeten deelnemen.
daarna moet Annie de kwalificatie varen voor de vrouwtjes.
DUIMEN IEDEREEN
ostendlocal had een 2 sterren sessie in Oostende met maar liefst 16 - 18 knots op zijn SlingShot Fuel (2012)
wazzaah had een 5 sterren sessie in Terschelling Groene Strand met maar liefst 10 - 11 knots op zijn Vari Condor (2013)
mik had een 4 sterren sessie in Ijsselmeer - Workum met maar liefst 15 - 20 knots op zijn Best Waroo (2009)
Reindert94 had een 4 sterren sessie in Blankenberge met maar liefst 18 - 23 knots op zijn Airush Wave (2016)
Momenteel staan we op hold.
Geen idee of er een live webcam is hier. Heb wel deze gevondne: http://www.dimensionkite.com/meteolive/webcam.htm
nadeel van de webcam is dat het nacht is en -70°C
Er komen ook geen dagelijkse extreme elements filmpjes want de organisatie hier wou alleen maar hun eigen film crew.
Ik zal proberen dagelijks filmpjes te bemachtigen.
ostendlocal had een 2 sterren sessie in Oostende met maar liefst 16 - 18 knots op zijn SlingShot Fuel (2012)
Oeps...nu alweer? Je hebt t maar druk Ian
over een weekje weer eens naar huis.
ostendlocal had een 2 sterren sessie in Oostende met maar liefst 16 - 18 knots op zijn SlingShot Fuel (2012)
De lagoon was perfect voor freestyle!
Tijn won z'n eerste heat dus pakt ie direct een plekje in het main event.
Axel en Johnno verloren hun eerste heat,
Axel verloor tegen Cesar Portas, en Johnno tegen Blomvall.
Johnno tegen Blomvall was heel close!!
Axel deed het ook heel goed tegen Cesar, maar Cesar toonde wat meer en betere tricks op het einde.
Johnno moest in de tweede ronde tegen Neto en verloor die heat. Neto had wat meer tricks en meer power.
Axel won z'n tweede heat tegen 2 fransen dacht ik. 1 ervan vaarde 2x in de weg dus kreeg een warning, en uiteindelijk vaarde die gast in Axe z'n lijnen.
Maakte niet veel uit want Axel won die heat sowieso.
Morgen moet hij tegen Ariel Corniel, wat een hele zware job wordt, maar alles is mogelijk!
Over en uit! Chillen nu!
ostendlocal had een 2 sterren sessie in Oostende met maar liefst 16 - 18 knots op zijn SlingShot Fuel (2012)
De lagoon was perfect voor freestyle!
Tijn won z'n eerste heat dus pakt ie direct een plekje in het main event.
Axel en Johnno verloren hun eerste heat,
Axel verloor tegen Cesar Portas, en Johnno tegen Blomvall.
Johnno tegen Blomvall was heel close!!
Axel deed het ook heel goed tegen Cesar, maar Cesar toonde wat meer en betere tricks op het einde.
Johnno moest in de tweede ronde tegen Neto en verloor die heat. Neto had wat meer tricks en meer power.
Axel won z'n tweede heat tegen 2 fransen dacht ik. 1 ervan vaarde 2x in de weg dus kreeg een warning, en uiteindelijk vaarde die gast in Axe z'n lijnen.
Maakte niet veel uit want Axel won die heat sowieso.
Morgen moet hij tegen Ariel Corniel, wat een hele zware job wordt, maar alles is mogelijk!
Over en uit! Chillen nu!
ostendlocal had een 2 sterren sessie in Oostende met maar liefst 16 - 18 knots op zijn SlingShot Fuel (2012)
Nu vollebak zon dus chillen!
ostendlocal had een 2 sterren sessie in Oostende met maar liefst 16 - 18 knots op zijn SlingShot Fuel (2012)
alain_ had een 5 sterren sessie in Wolderwijd - Zeewolde met maar liefst 10 - 17 knots op zijn Advance Kaiman (2010)
Tack en ik zijn beide in de 1e ronde uitgeschakeld, hij door Portas en ik door Hilario. Annie plaatste zich voor het main event, maar verloor ook haar 1e heat helaas. Youri doet het nog goed, full power uiteraard. Zeer moeilijke omstandigheden (vlagerig en hard).
Morgen verder met de 3e ronde singles en daarna doubles waar we ons natuurlijk allemaal gaan herpakken
Nu regent het, schraal. Aju wij gaan pannenkoeken bakken