Mitu Monteiro
Born on Sal in Cape Verde, Mitu pioneered strapless kitesurfing because he simply couldn't afford straps. Having inspired a whole generation with a new discipline, he became a star but it’s his friendliness and open spirit that turned him into an icon. Today, he lives happily between worldwide coaching and family life, raising three boys who are all sharing the same love and passion for the ocean as their father.
Interview
Once upon a time, there was a young Cape Verdian who saw a kite for the first time... Let's say that my story with a kite began a long time ago, over 20 years ago. When you live on a small island in the middle of the ocean, you don't see many new things until somebody brings them to you.
I can still remember that guy who let me try his kite. He was here on holiday with this new toy and a book about the fundamentals. I left that to him and I went stright for the kite! I used to windsurf at that time too, and I found kiting was a lot easier to learn. In just a few weeks, I was already landing some tricks.
To be honest, I actually got bored and came back to windsurfing, until the moment I put my surfboard and the kite together... There, my story began.
Put the money on a savings account, then go fishing and have good sushi!
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Interview
Once upon a time, there was a young Cape Verdian who saw a kite for the first time... Let's say that my story with a kite began a long time ago, over 20 years ago. When you live on a small island in the middle of the ocean, you don't see many new things until somebody brings them to you.
I can still remember that guy who let me try his kite. He was here on holiday with this new toy and a book about the fundamentals. I left that to him and I went stright for the kite! I used to windsurf at that time too, and I found kiting was a lot easier to learn. In just a few weeks, I was already landing some tricks.
To be honest, I actually got bored and came back to windsurfing, until the moment I put my surfboard and the kite together... There, my story began.
Put the money on a savings account, then go fishing and have good sushi!
Follow your dreams, nothing is impossible.
Surf Teahupo'o and become a father.
I go surf foiling or spearfishing.
