KITESURF EVENT RESULTS: MEAK CHARITY CUP,
The MEAK Charity Cup 2006 was organised by photographer David Sims in conjunction with Prosurf Extreme and X-Isle Sports, and took place between 25th January and 4th February 2006. The event was hosted and sponsored by the Nyali Beach Hotel, ideally situated to enjoy some of the best kitesurfing conditions on the entire Kenyan coast. With near-perfect wind statistics of 95%, including almost constant side-shore winds of 18-24 knots every day during the competition, the riders were able to push themselves to their physical limits. The team included the current British Kitesurfing champion, Dave Ibbertson, Denzil Williams, currently ranking 2nd in the BKSA, Kenya Cup 2005 winner Ian Gray, Chris Bull currently ranking 3rd BKSA Wave series and top-flight women’s pro Carrie Begg.
The excellent conditions allowed for a multi-disciplined open event - Race Day, a Kicker Session, Wave Riding, a Pro Big Air comp, a Pro Expression Session, and an Amateurs section. The event created a buzz that attracted crowds of locals and tourists to the beach, and was brought to a memorable close with a spectacular evening Fire Jumping session.
As well as enjoying the warm hospitality of the Nyali Beach Hotel, during their stay the riders were also invited on two-night safari at Shimba Hills where they enjoyed several unforgettable encounters with elephants and other wildlife, and taken on a mystery tour to ride for two days at a "secret spot" further north along the coast.
The competition was judged by the riders and event organisers themselves, and final vote casting took place on the closing evening of the event, after an amazing seafood feast aboard the famous Tamarind Dhow. The Overall Winner was Pro Rider Chris Bull from
2006 MEAK Charity Kitesurf Cup - Results
Overall Winner: Chris Bull
Open Race Day 1st: Dave Ibbertson 2nd: Chris Bull 3rd: Chris Burke
Pro Expression Session 1st: Denzil Williams 2nd: Ian Gray 3rd: Dave Ibbertson
Kicker Session Winner Chris Burke
Fire Jumping Winner Chris Burke ( for the handle pass over and through the fire)
Pro Big Air Winner Chris Bull
Wave Riding Winner Chris Bull
Amateur Expression Session Chris Burke
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Over £3500 has been raised so far from the event for the charity MEAK (Medical and Educational Aid to
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