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Foilboard: Fly over the sea.
In previous occasions, we have already talked about Kitesurfing, its technique, the types of boards, and the types of kites it uses. So far, everything is normal, but now it turns out that this is no longer enough for Laird Hamilton, who had the idea of kitesurfing mounted on a foilboard, what? A hydrofoil-type board, if you still can't imagine it, don't worry, here we explain what it is. Although it may sound strange, a foilboard is a very simple and useful board, it is a type of board that rises above sea level thanks to its hydrofoil. This element allows it to achieve higher speeds and reduce water resistance. Although it may seem new, the truth is that this element was created based on water skiing. Photo: ExtremeSwell Laird Hamilton discovered that this board allowed him to make the most of the energy of the waves. It only needs to be pulled by a jet ski or a sail, as in kitesurfing. The foilboard often has foot straps, which provide greater security and strength in each movement. This, combined with the elevation of the board, allows kitesurfers to reach better air currents. Photo: Actionsports Advantages of foilboarding for kitesurfing Speed: With less resistance in the water, it increases the speed of the board, excellent for light winds. No impacts: Forget about the bumps created by the waves, when riding the foilboard, you won't feel those imperfections. Less effort: This board reduces the physical work of surfers thanks to the hydrofoil that 'cuts' the water and allows for faster turns. Photo: Locosporeldeporte Disadvantages of foilboarding for kitesurfing Danger Factor: Imagine being thrown into the air and hit by one of these boards with their sharp fins. Impractical: Traveling with this equipment is not easy, you must calculate the weight and size before moving between cities or countries. Price: A foilboarding is still more expensive than traditional kitesurfing or surfing boards. Residues: Seaweed, fish, and plastic bottles are dangerous obstacles in the open sea, you must be careful not to get entangled in any of these. Photo: Redbull Discover and practice new adventure sports and unleash your adventurous side.
June 1 News Summary
Sunday will see the Huacho Rally: "We have two sections: one of 8 kilometers and another of 19 kilometers, on dirt track that will be repeated 3 times. This will allow drivers who suffer damage to their vehicles to go through assistance to repair them and continue in the race," said Juan Dibós, race director for the event in Huacho. The race director also noted that "so far, 29 racers have registered. "We have not accepted incomplete registrations or those with documentation errors. On Friday, we will know how many will actually race." ISA World Surfing Games kick off in Nicaragua: The ISA World Surfing Games kicked off in Nicaragua. The Peruvian team set out with the mission to repeat the title won at home, and the debut has been promising. In the first round, Sebastián Correa shone at Popoyo Beach, finishing first in his heat and advancing to the next round. Another competitor who finished first in his heat was Joaquín del Castillo, who also moved on to the next round. In the afternoon, Miguel Tudela also showed that Peru is a contender in this tournament. Monday's session closed with Julinho Ursia from Huanchaco qualifying, confirming the strength of the national surfing team. New national record in Rowing Renzo León is a Peruvian rower who has broken the national lightweight record and is preparing to compete in the Pan American Games in Toronto. "I used to compete in singles. I compete in a category that is lightweight. In my category, I didn't have many competitors. I trained alone for a long time and did very well. I was South American champion, came fourth in a World Championship, but then I switched to doubles," mentioned León. Regarding his switch to doubles now, Renzo León mentioned that he has gotten used to always playing with someone and that he likes the boat's response in doubles. Peruvian Rider on the way to the South American Championship in Argentina Víctor Chávez is currently in the midst of preparing to participate in the snowboarding South American Championship in Argentina. "Among the most important competitions we have is the continental one," mentioned Chávez, who added that there is also the South American competition. He competes in Snowboard Cross, a mix of jumps, turns, and sliding techniques. Additionally, there's more adrenaline because you reach speeds of 90 to 100 km/h competing against 4 other riders. "Our goal is to reach the top 150 in the world," added Víctor Chávez, who also pointed out that they aim to break into the World Cup circuit, which is the highest level on the planet. Stay informed about national sports events, every Friday on De Aventura
Sky is no longer the limit: Jetman in Dubai.
Dubai is a city of the future with extravagant luxuries and very exotic tastes. It is the ideal place to go beyond. How about flying like a superhero through the skies of Dubai thanks to a jetpack? The mastermind behind this feat is no stranger. It is Yves Rossy, who along with his partner Vince Reffet and some GoPro cameras, have flown at breathtaking speeds both around and over the city of Dubai. And they show it to us. Photo:Xtreme The acrobatic and dizzying flights are carried out at speeds of almost 200 kilometers per hour with the jetpack that Rossy himself created. In fact, he is considered the father of this type of motorized flight that is so spectacular. How do you imagine the adventures of the future? Live and never stop dreaming. See also: 8 tips for Adventure photographers Dean Potter: Fly or Die. 5 action cameras for adventurers
Win Hof: The Iceman
Many extreme athletes often repeat a phrase every time they achieve an important feat: "The power is in the mind." While it is true that the mind and body work together, the legendary Win Hof demonstrates that mental power goes far beyond imagined limits. Photo: Red Bull Win Hof, also known as the Iceman, has an immense mental control, can regulate his body temperature with total skill, and has managed to run a half marathon barefoot on snow in Finland, immerse himself in an ice bath for almost 2 hours, and climb Everest in shorts and boots only. Photo: Red Bull Hof was born on April 20, 1959, in the Netherlands and to date holds 20 "Guinness World Records" for enduring extreme temperatures. According to him, it all started at 17 when he became interested in cold water. Since then, he changed his breathing pattern, managing to hold his breath for 5 to 7 minutes under ice after months of training. Photo: Locosdeldeporte 'The Iceman' claims to feel heat through the mind and breathing. His mind causes his cells to produce up to 300% more metabolic activity, without any movement. Thus, Hof uses mental control as the only tool to achieve his feats. Photo: nrc.nl Cold has not been the only barrier Wim has overcome with his mental power. In Namibia, he ran a marathon without training and without drinking a single drop of water during the race. But most surprisingly, his body maintained a temperature of 37 degrees. Photo: Dailymotion How does Hof explain all this? "If you have control of the nervous system, it will produce a large amount of dopamine that will reduce the sensation of pain. The body is prepared to reach extremes, but you have to learn to control it." We imagine that many adventurers will want to try Wim's method, for all of them, Hof recommends starting by taking a cold shower after a hot one, as well as breathing more than you feel is necessary. Photo: Red Bull And adventure athletes? All adrenaline lovers seek deeper control. Many do not know it, but they are doing it, controlling their minds while they act. Action sports specialists are people who seek their deepest inner or spiritual depth through extreme activities.
Kite Buggy: Full speed ahead on wheels.
If you are passionate about adventure sports and speed, you won't want to miss practicing this new sport on wheels. We will go at full speed, propelled only by the wind and the resistance of a kite. So hold on tight and let's go full throttle on wheels in this new adventure post. Photo: bmw.com The Kite Buggy, also known as parakart, is a sport that involves being pulled by a large kite controlled by the wind, allowing us to slide on grass or sand on wheels. This kite is controlled by a series of strings handled by the pilot, which are attached to a small sailboat, known as the buggy, giving the discipline its name. The discipline dates back more than seventeen centuries, with the invention of the kite in China. However, it wasn't until 1822 that George Pocock experimented with a vehicle that could glide thanks to the wind's traction. Photo: drachen.org How it's practiced This sport bears some resemblance to sailing, which is why it's considered a land sailing sport. Kite flying enhances concentration and coordination skills. Although classified as an extreme sport, it doesn't pose any inherent danger, as it is practiced in open spaces such as fields, beaches, or deserts. Photo: Blog.govalles.com The pilot is solely responsible for handling both the vehicle and the kite. The kite is not attached to the vehicle in any way, so the person must hold it. Components Kite: It is a flexible aerodynamic sail or wing made of nylon fabric, making it lightweight and durable. The lines used for control are thin, typically 2 or 4 lines with lengths ranging from 15 to 30 meters. These lines connect the kite to the controls, of which each kite has two. One of the lines acts as a brake. Buggy: It is a three-wheeled kart, similar to a tricycle but without handlebars. It is easy to disassemble and transport. Similar to sails, they follow the same navigation process and vocabulary. Photo: Baldiviskitebuggy.blogspot Other accessories: It is important to always use safety accessories such as harnesses to secure the pilot's waist, helmets for protection, gloves to prevent burns from the lines, sunglasses, elbow pads, knee pads, etc.
Flyboard: The new sport of the future.
In these modern times, where technology advances by leaps and bounds, adventure sports have not been immune to the implementation of this technology to create and practice new sports. In France, a new sport has been created, the Flyboard, a new water activity where you are propelled by jets of water over the sea, allowing you to "fly" and perform various acrobatics in the air and also underwater. Photo: infopediablog This sport has already arrived in Peru and this summer is capturing all the attention and sympathy of the people. The Flyboard was created in 2011 by the Frenchman Franky Zapata, who was a world jet ski champion. His passion for this sport led him to innovate in new alternatives to practice new water sports, thus creating this sport. Photo: cdn.revistagq What is this sport about? An essential requirement to practice this sport is to have a jet ski. The Flyboard equipment brings a hose that attaches to the jet ski's exhaust to take advantage of the propulsion and generate the thrust that lifts the athletes in the air. Photo: bahia-duque All the water pressure generated by the jet ski goes through the hose (which measures from 12 to 15 meters) and reaches a board called Flyboard. This board, attached to the boots of the person performing the maneuvers, has the main feature of emitting a large jet of water taking advantage of 90% of the jet ski's propulsion. Photo: paperblog The other 10% of the water force is expelled through two tubes that go in the hands and serve to provide direction and balance on the water. The Flyboard allows the person to perform different maneuvers and tricks. The board is controlled by moving the feet and maintaining balance with body weight, very similar to a skateboard. Photo: rpp Safety elements such as life jacket, helmet, wetsuit, and float are essential to be able to practice this sport. Without a doubt, this summer the Flyboard is going to be a hit on our beaches. Now you know, if you want to try something new and radical, get on a Flyboard. Fill your summer with adventure with all the information from our community
Adventure Highlights: 2014 Recap
The 2014 has been an excellent year for adventure sports in Peru; both collective and individual. At the national team level, our country has achieved sporting successes to highlight and be proud of. Undoubtedly, this is evidence that we are growing and that we have been blessed with a rich and unlimited geography for the practice of any outdoor sport. For our community, it is a joy to be part of the growth of these sports. We witness the increase in sporting events, the practice of new sports, the development of new circuits, the intensity of our athletes, and especially the unity experienced among all our members. Therefore, we wanted to summarize what the year 2014 was for our DE AVENTURA community. Trekking: Here we saw adventures in more than 10 different cities: From ascents to Cerro Mokará in Tacna to hikes to Santa Ana waterfalls in Piura. One of the main Trekking adventures this year lasted 15 days and covered from Lake Titicaca to Volcán Misti, a very tough challenge without a doubt. We cannot forget the adventures in Huaraz, Cusco, Lima, and Huancayo, where many athletes are put to the test. Cycling: Whether downhill, cross country, enduro or freestyle, this is one of the sports with the greatest development today. Many races, events, trainings, clubs, and above all countless cyclists make it one of the most practiced sports in Peru. This year, the big winner, both nationally and internationally, was Sebastián Alfaro, who competed in the MTB world championship finishing 4th in his category. It is worth mentioning the Reto Amazon Mountain Bike cycling rally in Tarapoto, a spectacular adventure in a city ideal for this sport. Canoeing: This year we not only enjoyed classic canoeing on rivers but also other rowing modalities such as Va’a (Polynesian Canoes) or SUP (Stand Up Paddle); both rowing modalities suitable for rafts and surfboards respectively. Lunahuana was one of the areas with the highest number of visits during the year for canoeing. Followed by the Chili, Mayo, and Perené Rivers, where kayaking and canoeing are widely practiced. Climbing: In 2014, we really climbed high. Our members climbed walls, rocks, and even snowy peaks like: Huandoy, Coropuna, Ausangate, and Alpamayo. More and more climbers in Peru are emerging, many start as amateurs and improve by climbing ideal spots like Hatun Machay, Vichuya, Antacocha, among others. And as everything that goes up must come down, there was also rappelling this year, this is one of the winning photos of the De Aventura rappelling contest in Huarochirí. Sandboarding: Toromata and Huacachina, two dunes that we will all remember for their incredible descents and magical sunsets. Many riders are forming clubs and groups, consolidating the growth of Sandboarding and the care of the areas where it is practiced. This was demonstrated in our GoPro contest, as the winning adventure was precisely about this sport. Other sports, such as paragliding, bungee jumping, surfing among others, have completed our adventure in 2014. These sports are definitely addictive and full of adrenaline. We assure you that one does not return the same after experiencing them. Talking about surfing this year means talking about titles and champions, about our national team and our champion Anelí Gomez, we can only thank them for bringing the name of our country high. And on our part, let's continue to promote these sports that bring us so much satisfaction. We hope that 2014 has been a good year for all our Adventurers; and we hope that this 2015 brings us many more adventures.
Kite Surfing: Turning a Dream into a Sport
When we were kids and flew a kite in front of the boardwalk, how many of us dreamed of taking off from the ground and traveling towards the sun with the force of the wind? It seems like that dream came true and over time turned into a sport called Kite surfing. Also known as flysurfing, kite surfing is a water sport that involves using a traction kite, attached by lines to a bar and harness, allowing you to glide over the water with a board or skis. Practicing this adventure sport involves certain risks, especially in handling and controlling the wind propulsion force. That's why a preparation on the beach is done before entering the sea. It is recommended to start with small kites and gradually increase the size, according to our technique and mastery of wind traction on our kite. The main techniques you should learn are: Lifting the kite and basic movements in the air; this will serve as a safety system both on and off the water. Photo: Exploraoutdoor Equipment 1. Kite C Type: They have a semicircular shape and are very powerful, recommended for expert kiters who practice radical navigation mode. Bow Type: These kites are more comfortable and easier to adjust the force with which the wind pulls us, recommended for beginners. Hybrid Type: They are a fusion of both types of kites. 2. Board Bidirectional: Perfect for starting in the sport as it allows you to sail in both directions without changing the position of your feet on the board. Directional: Used for wave navigation, the front and back have certain differences and it is necessary to change your feet on the board to change direction. 3. Harness Allows the athlete to remain attached to the kite, usually at waist or thigh level. 4. Neoprene Suit Used for most water sports for its warmth, protection against abrasions, burns, and keeping your body dry. 5. Other Recommendations Helmet: Protect yourself from impacts even when in the sea. Life Jacket: Helps you stay on the surface of the sea effortlessly. It also cushions impacts on your chest. Sunscreen: Prevent sunburn by applying it to exposed areas. Modalities Freestyle: Various aerial maneuvers are executed: spins, jumps, and rotations. In this modality, the best and most complicated jumps are evaluated, with higher difficulty resulting in higher scores. Photo: Aquactivealicante.blogspot Buoy Racing: A high-speed race along a course delimited by buoys, similar to windsurf slalom. Photo: Loopingit Wave Surfing: Involves performing maneuvers on the waves, similar to surfing, with higher scores for maneuvers in challenging areas. Don't miss out and dare to practice this adrenaline-filled sport.