Behind every flight, there’s a person. A journey, questions, emotions. And sometimes, a need to share.
I created this section to dig a little deeper, beyond the sail:
- What we experience during festivals, bootcamps and competitions,
- The memorable encounters, the sparks, the failures that help us grow.
Why this section?
Because our community is rich. In skills, stories, and ideas. And these stories deserve to be shared – simply and with heart.
Here, I give the mic to the people who bring our passion to life. You’ll see: it’s about lines, sure – but mostly about connections. I’m not a journalist, just a curious kite flyer. I ask simple questions, hand over the mic, and listen with curiosity as people tell their stories.
Each article is a conversation. In the first person. No jargon (unless explained). A bit of humor, sometimes surprise – always something real.
Stories to explore
Here are the interviews already published.
Preparing for a competition with Jean-Pierre Dravigney
Organization, training, pressure, pleasure: how a competition is built from the inside.
Kite competition: Marc Levesque goes behind the scenes
A direct look at competition: breakthroughs, routines, useful mistakes… and what really helps you progress.
Behind the scenes of a kite bootcamp: interview with Thierry Deschamps
What you really learn in a bootcamp: progression, sensations, and small details that change everything.
Want to join in?
Got a story to tell?
A memorable moment, an unforgettable encounter, a workshop that blew your mind?
Write to me! This webzine is yours too.
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