Jérôme F., Duotone Kiteboarding Ambassador

I first discovered kitesurfing in 2020, when a friend gifted me an introductory course. As a passionate watersports enthusiast, I quickly got hooked. Alexis from Kiteevolution helped me make my first runs on a twin-tip.

Thanks to the team at GlissEvolution, I quickly got set up with my own gear. They always steered me toward equipment that matched my skill level, while still giving me plenty of room to progress.

I was frustrated that I couldn't ride the waves at my local spots. Then a friend convinced me to try strapless, raving about the unique ride feel it offers.

Later that summer, when the thermal wind was too light for surfing, I found kitefoil. No more long walks upwind or waiting for the wind to pick up! The freedom, the silence, the cruising... it was exactly what I needed.

Today, I try to use as many different setups as possible to maximize my time on the water, and I have a blast! I'm fortunate to have two friends who have been riding since the 90s. They've coached me, guided me, and instilled in me a true safety culture.

I'm 32 years old, a father of two, and originally from Saint-Nazaire. I'm lucky to live right near the Pornichet spot and the GlissEvolution shop. I work as a methods technician in the aeronautical industry, at a company close to the bay. This lets me get out on the water during my lunch break or in the evenings with friends.

At just five years old, I joined a tennis club and quickly started competing. I'm still a member today, though I spend far less time on the courts. My free time is now dedicated to DIY projects, jogging, kitesurfing, winging (which I discovered in May 2023), and of course, my family.

Once again, GlissEvolution came through, recommending the perfect gear from my favorite brand: Duotone.

You can find me at the local spots: Pornichet, La Baule, Saint-Brevin, Pen-Bron, La Turballe, and the legendary Pont-Mahé deck.

Since my very first lesson, I've exclusively ridden Duotone gear. I haven't strayed once!

If you see me out there, don't hesitate to say hello. I'd love to share the ride feel of the Duotone Dice 5, 7, and 10 m² kites with the Click Bar, the twin-tip Jaime, the Fish 5’2, or the Pace kitefoil.

Having ridden the 2020 to 2023 models, I've seen a real evolution in the materials: improved durability, more efficient low end, and better turning speed.

PS: I never go on vacation without checking the spots and the wind... and always pack a kite in my suitcase!