For the past 10 years, Dimitri Maramenides has been living, breathing, eating and sleeping kiteboarding. It has worked its way into every part of his being. Kiteboarding has brought him many new friends both personally and professionally. These are the connections that he relishes, respects and encourages. 
Who do you think they are ?
Airush is the sum of hard work and creativity from all the people involved in the brand. With ideas and design imput from riders and a passion for building great products that they hope will define the future of the sport.
Roberto Ricci's passion for making new designs, developing new prototypes and pushing new technological and design limits is a lifestyle, not just a job. His 27 years of knowledge aim to create excitement, passion 
Wainman Hawaii is an international company made up of friends and professionals. With a goal of designing and manufacturing products that push the boundaries of what man and machine can produce.
RESIN8 surfboards has set a new industry standard in epoxy surfboard construction. Using the highest quality materials available and a precise measuring system they are able to very accurately duplicate proven shapes from an elite group of world class shapers including Sam Egan and Wade Tokoro.
Ozone is a rider and pilot driven company solely dedicated to creating the best kiting and paragliding equipment on and above the planet. Top quality service, support and products are at hand as well as great performance and durability.
Following their passion and not the trends. F-One started in 1997 at a time when nobody believed in the future of kiteboarding. Now a melting pot of characters driven by a common sense adventure keeps F-One's passion for kiting going from strength to strength.
Flysurfer has become the synonym for the bridled ramair kite system in just a few years. From the beginning, they have fought for their own path, and have produced high-end products that continue to excel and motivate their growing market.
Since 1972 they’ve been making performance kites with an aim to give their customers the ultimate kitesports experience. Built to the highest standard to deliver the best possible performance, Flexifoil are equally committed to helping the sport grow by spreading the word and encouraging as many people as possible to join the growing kite community worldwide.
With a non profit aim, but to provide kiters with top level quality equipment, Crazy Fly are always pleased to see happy and satisfied riders. New ideas and concepts are developed directly in their own production, always able to follow the market demand immediately.
Brunotti is an international surfing and lifestyle brand with history, passion and power, marketing collections for young and active people. Always with the original Feelin’ Good Factor, Brunotti successfully combine fun & function. 
Blade Kiteboarding was launched in 2005 with a clear vision: to make their mark in the kiting community by creating quality gear and effective designs at fantastic value.
In four short years Best has progressed from infancy to become one of the number one suppliers of kitesurfing equipment across the globe.
Naish are guru's in kitesurfing, windsurfing, surfing and SUP. These are their passions. Each and every product that they sell is designed and tested to exceed your expectations. From continuing innovation in shape and design, to materials, construction and manufacturing.
They've been riding, designing and making wakeboards since day one. During this time Liquid Force have been involved in many of the changes, innovations, and athlete accomplishments that have grown, improved and expanded kiting and wakeboarding throughout the years.
North Kiteboarding was set up in 2001 by B&M and is now an independent brand. Within a year, North became one of the top three suppliers on the market thanks to both its excellent quality of products combined with their innovative design.
Since 2000, Cabrinha, a subsidiary of the Pryde Group, has climbed the ranks to take the position as the leading kitesurfing brand, selling in over 40 countries worldwide. Inspired and driven by Maui-based waterman, Pete Cabrinha, the company produces everything from kites to boards to accessories and sponsors the top athletes in the sport.
Royal oozes simple, fun freedom. They don't just focus on the equipment, they focus on the customer. From the young and hardcore to the more mature freerider, Royal aim to inspire and motivate everyone.
Ocean Rodeo strive to provide the best possible experience that fuses water and wind in a way that no one else can. Regardless of price, conditions, experience, age or sex – Ocean Rodeo prides itself on providing the products that meet the ever growing demands of riders, whatever their level.
There will be no compromise when it comes to performance, handling, style & service - that is the JN promise. Feedback from their riders is a crucial part of development and market communication at JN. Thanks to a whole range of titles won by riders like Leander Vyvey and Hardy Brandstötter, JN are well represented at the PKRA and KPWT contests as well as a number of local events.
Founded in 2003, Cyclone boards that have stirred up the kiting world with their incredible performance, excellent design, innovative ideas and names which have all helped in producing exceptionally high marks at contests around the world.