Sophie Mathews

Competition Time

kpwt, Tarifa

The competition season has started again, and although I missed the first stop in Germany due to the Nobile photoshoot in Egypt, I will be kicking off my season with the second stop of the KPWT kiteboard pro World Tour here in Tarifa. It is set to be a huge event and there will be great riders from all over the world, not to mention the hot locals and the Womens world champion.

Today is registration day, so i will keep you up to date over the coming week.

Movistar, Arnette, Havaianas, Mini and Andalucia are the main sponsors of the event.

Nobile Photoshoot

Hurghada

I have just spent a fantastic 2 weeks in Egypt with "TEAM NOBILE". We were there for the 2010 product shoot, testing the new kites and boards, and training together.

It is really motivating when we all get together and push each other to try new tricks. The guys are always eager that us ladies push ourselves to go higher, faster and more powered. I learnt a few moves when i was there, and thanks to Asia giving me a few technical tips i was able to nail the moves that i have been stuck on for a while.

We were based at Colona Watersports, but we went of on a boat trip to capture some film and kite in a magical spot. The water was as warm as a bath crystal clear and incredible flat. It is always much easier in conditions like this, but it also an absolute pleasure. Moments like this make me realise how lucky I am.

The equipment for next year is looking great. With a bigger range of kites and boards Nobile is proving to be making very positive developments. It is exciting to be part of such and innovative and fun team.

Many thanks to Colona Watersports who made everything so easy during our stay, and keep an eye out for the up and coming film from our trip.

Renault for RipCurl Photoshoot

Renault has joined forces with the renowned surf and activity clothing speciaist Rip Curl to produce a special edition Clio that should appeal to the younger car buyer with an active lifestyle.

Last week Jo Ciastula (fellow kiter and Tarifa resident) and I took part in the photo shoot for the advert, which will be shown internationally in the next few months.

It was extremely exciting to work with a large and talented group of people. With the director of the project coming from Barcelona, the photographer from England and others from France, it was a very enjoyable experience.

Keep your eyes open for the advert coming this summer, and check out the new car www.renaultbyripcurl.com

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