Riccardo Pianosi

Riccardo Pianosi is a professional kitefoil athlete from Italy, competing at the highest level of international Formula Kite racing. Based in Cagliari, he is driven by a passion for performance, innovation, and continuous progression on the water. Whether training, racing, or testing new equipment, Riccardo is always looking for ways to push himself and the sport forward.

Nationality

Homebase

Discipline

Italian

Cagliari, Italy

Kitefoil

Insights

Favorite Kite Spot

Cape Town, South Africa

Favorite Gear Set-Up

ERA
SHOT

Personal Highlights

Winning the Formula Kite World Championship in 2025 is Riccardo’s biggest achievement so far. Over the years, he has consistently competed among the world’s best Formula Kite athletes and established himself as one of the leading riders of his generation.

Riccardo's Gear

SHOT

Big Air, Freeride

ERA²

Big Air, Freeride, Foil