
Emanuele La Porta
NATIONALITY | Brazilian |
KITING SINCE | 16 Years Old |
HOME SPOT | Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul |
MASTER DISCIPLINE | Stylish Freeriding |
CABRINHA SET UP | Switchblade 7, 9, and 12, just like my father. But I’m a huge fan of the NITRO 8 and the Vapor board |
What is your favorite trick?
All types of slides: hand drags, darkslide, Jesus walk…
What motivated you to become a professional athlete?
My father, definitely. Sharing the same passion as my biggest hero is a dream come true.
What is #LiveFreeRideFree for you?
It’s a way of living that only people connected to sports can truly understand. The freedom of the water, the connection to the ocean, and the community that comes with it make kiteboarding, winging, and foiling more than just sports—they’re a lifestyle.