One of the most experienced Big Air riders in the sport, Lewis Crathern’s airtime abilities are unquestioned and he regularly competes in the most extreme Big Air events. He overcame a serious crash at the 2016 Red Bull KOTA that put him in a coma for a week and came back even harder, taking third at the 2018 King of the Air – his best finish to date.

He’s passionate about the sport, with a firm view about the direction in which it needs to go, and he’s stoked to be back on tour this year competing on the GKA KBWT!

Age:
33
Nationality:
British
Sponsors:
Duotone Kiteboarding, BB Talkin, Windguru, WOO Sports, LiP Sunglasses
Home spot:
Worthing, UK
Years riding:
15
Years competing:
14
Best results:
4 x British Champion, 2012 Megaloop Challenge 1st, KOTA 3rd 2018
Specialist discipline:
Big Air
Favourite spot:
Worthing - I’ve never kited in a windier spot, it’s my home and the storms come frequently.
Favourite trick:
My favourite trick is the boogie loop. Simply put, I believe it to be the move that takes the most courage in stronger conditions. You have to do it perfectly or it’s a dangerous move.
Favourite thing about competing on tour?:
The new format inspired me to come back on tour. I love the way that Big Air has been included but also all the other aspects of what name an all-round twin tip rider.
Favourite competitors to ride against and watch:
I like riding with Mark Jacobs, he can do all the moves. Aaron and Ruben also. I’m looking forward to competing against Kevin as well.
2018 goals:
My goal for the 2018 tour is to finish 10th (only joking I want to win!)
How do you train?:
My secret is to play a lot of football! It seems to work for Carlos Mario and I like to keep the reactions up!

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