Wind, Speed & Good Vibes: Ocean Rodeo at Défi Kite & Wing 2025
What an event! Défi Kite & Wing in Gruissan delivered everything we hoped for—big wind, big energy, and an incredible global community of riders. Ocean Rodeo was proud to be part of it all, showcasing our new 2025 kite and wing lineup and soaking up the action alongside over a thousand passionate watermen and women.
Our Stand, Our People
Our vibrant corner booth was buzzing. Riders young and old dropped by to check out the new gear, meet the team, talk about future projects with designer Brian Dennis and talk race experience with Olympic gold medalist Ellie Aldridge. The stoke was real!
Whether you came to request a demo, chat performance tuning, or just hang out and swap stories—we loved connecting with you.
Ellie's Défi Debut: 2nd Place Overall
This year marked Ellie Aldridge’s first time racing at Défi Kite & Wing—and she made a serious impression. Battling through high wind and intense long-distance heats, Ellie held her own against a stacked international field to finish 2nd overall in the kite division.
Her performance was a true display of skill, strategy, and grit—proving why she’s one of the top riders in the world and an exciting new addition to the Ocean Rodeo team. We’re proud to have her riding with us and can’t wait to see what’s next.
A massive shoutout to Windy Sam for his tireless help, incredible energy and for being a fantastic event booth neighbour. And to Jean Marc Cornu, who captured the spirit of the weekend with some truly stunning photos—merci!
What We Showcased
We debuted our 2025 lineup, built for performance, refined through testing, and made for riders who demand more from every session. The feedback from riders on the beach and on the water was beyond positive.
Our new 2025 gear turned heads and drew praise:
– Lightweight builds
– Responsive flight
– Built for wind, speed, and control
Seeing our gear on the water in such demanding conditions—alongside elite riders—was the ultimate test, and the feedback was incredible.
Why Défi?
Because Défi isn’t just a race—it’s a celebration. A meeting point. A shared pulse of wind, speed, and style. It’s where legends, newcomers, and industry leaders meet on common ground—and that’s where Ocean Rodeo belongs.
Thanks to everyone who came by, rode with us and shared the vibe. We’ll see you on the water.
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