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Diony Castillo, a local surfer from Cabarete, Dominican Republic has been part of the Liquid Blue Team for almost two years now. Diony contacted us a while back regarding a job spot we had just posted on social media and after a long, interesting interview with Charles he started working at the Liquid Blue Concept Store. Diony worked for many months helping and guiding clients with shopping. From choosing kite equipment to helping a client pick the perfect lycra. He was also very helpful in redesigning the store, making choices regarding brands we should have and just being a manager in general. Unfortunately COVID-19 happened and all stores including ours shut down. We were stuck at home for many months and the 1st of July we got permission to open again; we had to use and follow all government’s guidelines. …

The Kite Mag is running a sweet giveaway sweeptakes with a brand new Mitu Pro Flex model 2021 and a Manera EXO 2.0 harness. Win an F-ONE MITU Pro Flex board and a Manera EXO 2.0 harness, both in the size of your choice! Up your strapless freestyle game instantly by winning the signature model board built for one of the world’s most iconic riders, Mitu Monteiro, as well as a brand new Manera EXO 2.0 harness… the perfect pairing! We’re also giving away a year’s print subscriptions to TheKiteMag (plus a tee and a cap!) to the 5 people with the most referrals! Enter Sweepstakes

Is It Worth Coming To Cabarete, Dominican Republic? We will explain a few reasons of why Cabarete is a worth place visiting! It literally is the perfect destination for a family vacation or for some action packed week/ month or even year. Cabarete is a very beautiful and very easy going island. Sunshine, wind and a beautiful ocean. Everything you need to have an amazing and unforgettable vacation this winter. With the freedom to be on the beach and be moving around, you will be able to create an experience you will never forget. There is no point to work in a city and being stuck in an apartment while working remotely. Cabarete will be the perfect location for anybody who is working and is willing to try out a different lifestyle and different rhythm than the usual city life. …

O U T   N O W .  ACCESSORIES   . You can ride without but you’ll always feel better with them!Discover the range on www.manera.com. N E W TECHNICAL Accessories These essentials are weapons against the elements. They are designed to make you ride longer & in more comfort whether it’s to fight the cold, the wind or the UV rays. N E W NEOPRENE  Accessories These essentials are weapons against the elements. They are designed to make you ride longer & in more comfort whether it’s to fight the cold, the wind or the UV rays. N E W BOARDBAGS  We’re as happy as you when we get it back in the “oversized bags” area of the airport and everything inside is safe. That is why we built our bags to resist and protect better than others. N E W ACCESSORIES Basically the …

Can you use a regular surf board or twin tip to wing? Charles will today express his personal opinion regarding this topic. The general answer is going to be a NO. Although we do feel like it could be a possibility in the near future since the sport is evolving so much that one day this will be possible especially if you are a very skilled rider and the conditions are very strong. As of now Charles doesn’t think there is anybody who has done that… Either way we wouldn’t be surprised if people would push this sport to a limit. As of now most people who are using a wing are on a stand up paddle board, on a wing foil board, or on a prone. WE HOPE IN THE FUTURE THE ANSWER TO THIS QUESTION WILL CHANGE… WILL …

What do you actually need to get into wing foiling? Here is Charles Osterlund, from Liquid Blue Cabarete, in Cabarete explaining what you need in order to start and enjoy this beautiful, and new sport. First of all you need a wing. Charles is using an F-One Swing, one of the best wing on the market according to him. You will as well need a board, that is a wing surf board in case one day you decide to take the road to wing foiling and use an hydrofoil. Apart from that, you will need to get some accessories that will work just fine for your safety. What you will need is a life jacket, helmet, wrist leash, foot leash. Regarding the life jacket, we highly recommend to check out Manera’s official website. Their impact vests are really known for …

Here at Liquid Blue we are more than excited to finally take a sneak peak at the new Manera 2021 Harness Collection! Learn more about the new best harnesses on the market, perfect for any discipline and any level. LIGHT. COMFY. TECHNICAL O U T   N O W .  HARNESS  . Experience the comfort of a supportive yet adaptable harness.Discover the range on www.manera.com. ADAPTIVE SHELL The Adaptive Shell stiffness shades from hard in the center area to softer on the edges. The stiff center-belt prevents the harness from folding and compressing your body while preserving a good lumbar support. The softer outline preserves intuitive mobility and adaptability. It results in a shell that is forgiving where you need flex and stiff where you want support. EXO 2.0 Thanks to a stiffer center area, the EXO 2.0 perfectly supports the back. However, it allows greater freedom …

Welcome to Charles Österlund Talks, a new way to inspire, connect and learn more about ourselves and others. In this first episode of “Charles Österlund Talks” we are accompanied by Audrey Meyer. For anybody out there who doesn’t know Audrey, well she is a complete water-woman. Kiteboarder , windsurfer, surfer, paddle-boarder and elite fitness and nutrition coach. She is here today with us to share her story and experience of being a professional athlete while running a business in Cabarete, Dominican Republic. Audrey and Charles chat about many important topics, the importance to never look back, why Cabarete is one of the best places, being a professional athlete, changes, and life in general. Discover more in our first episode! It is available on Anchor, Spotify, iTunes , and Youtube! Hope you enjoy it! Stay tuned for more

.  NEOPRENE   . Make the most of the upcoming winter with high quality, 3D designed wetsuits.Discover the range on www.manera.com. It’s all about the fit! 3D DESIGNED When the industry standard is to develop 2D patterns and try to fit it on a 3D body, we decided to break new ground and take the opposite direction. We use computer design to model good-fitted wetsuits in 3D, then we employ an innovative software that converts it into a precise 2D pattern for the factory. It creates a natural, second-skin fit that makes the MANERA wetsuits stand out. NEW MAGMA The Meteor Magma is made for cold and windy winter days. Its Magma+ fleece acts both as an insulator and heat generator. It also dries 30% faster than a classic fleece. Discover MAGMA Series NEW X10D The Meteor X10D is the ultimate performance wetsuit. …

Say Hello to the new Bandit S-2! Second edition of the BANDIT S, with major improvements to take wave riding, strapless freestyle or even foiling to the next level!  The BANDIT S2 is reactive, light and drivey. Highly responsive, intuitive and capable of super drift, enjoy the easy to fly nature of the kite and its impeccable handling in all conditions! Watch BANDIT-S2 Product Video Watch BANDIT-S2 3D View Discover BANDIT-S2  Exceptional stability and control  Total direct control of the steering anywhere on the bar throw  Firm, precise and ultra-light bar pressure  Super smooth power delivery   Homogenous traction and amazing agility   Extended wind range