Harlem Kitesurfing: Beneath the Surface

Epizode

• Martin Rahnel - Estonian National Team Rider 16.07.2026 30min

  Martin Rahnel is already making his mark on the world of kiteboarding. An Estonian national team rider for Harlem Kitesurfing, youth sailing world champion and multiple national champion, Martin has already competed at some of the sport's biggest events, including Lords of Tram and Full Power Tarifa.In this episode, Martin joins us to discuss his competitive goals and aspirations, the story behind Nordic Kite Fest and it’s bold ambitions, his role working alongside Harlem Estonia dealer Arno, and his passion for inspiring the next generation into the sport.And as a bonus, we catch up with Arno live from the beach at Nordic Kite Fest to get his perspective as a national Harlem dealer.00:45 – Estonia + Nordic Kite Festival09:05 – Youth Sailing World Champion12:10 – NKF Big Air Competition17:00 – Arno Raadom / Harlem Estonia22:50 - Martin and Harlem24:38 - Goals, dreams and hobbies28:44 - Advice for Youthhttps://harlemkitesurfing.com/https://nordickitefest.eu/en-gbhttps://kiteloop.ee#ChangeTheTide
• Leonardo Casati - 2026 Big Air World Champion 30.06.2026 26min

  At just 17 years old, Leonardo Casati has reached the pinnacle of Big Air kitesurfing, securing the 2026 GKA Big Air World Championship after a commanding performance at the final stop in Mykonos.Fresh from the biggest win of his career, Leo joins us to explain how it feels to be a world champion, what makes the Casati family such a force in kiteboarding, how Harlem Kitesurfing has supported his progression and the goals he's already setting for the future…01:00 – Casati : World Champion12:46 – Leo & Harlem 18:30 – What’s next?24:44 – For those that dreamhttps://harlemkitesurfing.com/#ChangeTheTide
• Baptiste Bourdoulous - Harlem International Team Rider 11.06.2026 30min

  Baptiste Bourdoulous has carved out a unique career in kiteboarding through his distinctive riding style, entrepreneurial spirit, and dedication to growing the sport in Greece. As the driving force behind the upcoming GKA Big Air Kite World Tour Finals in Mykonos, Baptiste is helping bring one of the sport’s biggest events to one of its most iconic destinations.We explore his connection to Mykonos, the influences that shaped his signature style, the challenges and opportunities of organising a world-class event, and his vision for the future of kiteboarding in Greece. 01:00 – GKA Big Air Kite World Cup Greece11:30 – Kite Mykonos / Baptiste Style19:03 – Harlem24:55 – Behind the Riderhttps://harlemkitesurfing.com/#ChangeTheTide
• Behind the Thrive LiteX & Rise board 28.05.2026 43min

  Harlem Kitesurfing’s product design team, Ralf Groesel and Aaron Hadlow, return to Beneath the Surface to break down the latest additions to the Harlem lineup - the Thrive LiteX kite and the all-new Rise board. We explore how Harlem is pushing ultra-low-end performance to the next level, the design philosophy behind both products, the challenges faced during development, and how these innovations ultimately provide more time on the water.From materials and construction to real-world testing, this episode gives you an inside look at what it really takes to create gear designed to move the boundaries of light wind kitesurfing.https://harlemkitesurfing.com/products/thrive-litexhttps://harlemkitesurfing.com/products/rise⁠https://harlemkitesurfing.com/⁠#ChangeTheTide
• Stijn Mul - Harlem International Team Rider 18.05.2026 46min

  Stijn Mul is one of the rising stars of Big Air kiteboarding and a key rider on Harlem’s international pro team. From becoming Dutch Champion to landing podiums at some of the biggest events in the world, Stijn has built a reputation for powerful riding and total commitment to progression.We discuss his journey through competitive kitesurfing, the mindset needed to perform at the highest level, why he joined Harlem Kitesurfing, his partnerships with WindGames and SpaceX, and what drives him to keep pushing the limits of the sport.01:00 – Who is Stino?10:00 – The Harlem Chapter16:45 – Performance, Fear and Big Moments30:00 – SpaceX + WindGames39:37 – Community Questions44:00 – Rapid Fire45:12 – Beneath the Surface Questionhttps://harlemkitesurfing.com/#ChangeTheTide
• Behind the Flow with Ralf Groesel & Aaron Hadlow 30.04.2026 57min

  Harlem Kitesurfing’s product design team, Ralf Groesel and Aaron Hadlow, take us inside the making of the new Harlem Flow - A high-performance wave and freeride kite built to push limits across disciplines. We break down the full journey from concept to release, where this kite sits in the lineup, the design challenges they faced, and why you should go with the Flow.01:00 - 36:27 : Ralf Groesel36:35 - 57:21 : Aaron Hadlowhttps://harlemkitesurfing.com/products/harlem-flowhttps://harlemkitesurfing.com/#ChangeTheTide
• Lana Herman - Harlem International Team Rider 09.04.2026 31min

  Featuring Lana Herman from Slovenia who rides for Harlem on the International team. Renowned for her powerful riding Lana is fast becoming a household name in Big air Kiteboarding most recently achieving yet another podium on the big stage at the GKA Lords of Tram event in France. We talk about her outlook on life, competition riding, family, her home in Slovenia and what it takes to be a professional Kitesurfer. 01:05 – LOTR / Competition Riding09:25 – Injuries and what it takes to be a professional Kitesurfer17:30 – Home, Family and Slovenia22:04 – What’s Next for Lana26:05 – Questions from the Pro Team28:30 – Rapid Fire29:18 – Beneath the Surface Questionhttps://harlemkitesurfing.com/#ChangeTheTide
• Aaron Hadlow - Harlem Product Manager 19.03.2026 47min

  Episode 2 welcomes Aaron Hadlow, one of the pioneers of Kitesurfing, multiple world champion and now key figure at Harlem Kitesurfing. We break down his role inside Harlem, what drew him to the brand in the first place, and where he sees kitesurfing heading next. He also drops a few hints about what’s coming next with Harlem…00:55 – Your role at Harlem16:50 – What’s next at Harlem?30:30 – Where is Kitesurfing going?40:00 – Community questions43:40 – Rapid Fire46:10 – Beneath the Surface Questionhttps://harlemkitesurfing.com/#ChangeTheTide
• Alex Morgenstern Founder & CEO of Harlem 02.03.2026 1h 9min

  On today’s episode, we’re joined by the man behind it all - Alex Morgenstern, CEO and founder of Harlem Kitesurfing.We go back to the start - the vision, the risks, the challenges and explore the journey that’s shaped Harlem into a driving force in the progression of kiteboarding.00:50 - The Beginning 21:19 - Why Harlem? 27:04 - The Harlem Way
42:08 - Performance Products49:25 - Leadership & Pressure56:35 - The Industry, the bigger picture01:06:25 - Rapid Fire Questions + BTS questionhttps://harlemkitesurfing.com/#ChangeTheTide