16 riders had been waiting patiently for the zero-compromise conditions since November 2018. Riders are selected by the industries most experienced panel of judges based on their rankings, overall level of riding and execution of the legendary Megaloop. Additionally, four spots were up for grabs for video entrees and Kevin Langeree received a wildcard as winner of the Red Bull King of the Air.
At the time of the call, the final list of riders had changed a bit with Ruben Lenten - injured - and Jesse Richman - sadly unable to make it from Hawaii - being replaced by Oswald Smith and Liam Whaley.
The action that unfolded for the 4th edition of the event was next level and riders took to the battle ground not only against each other but, also nature’s toughest elements.
We catch up with Duotone team rider Lasse Walker to hear about what makes this event so unique, how there’s a certain element of winging it, why the Duotone DICE is his favourite kite and how the Duotone VEGAS is his go-to in 50knts of wind.