Valentin Bontus

Valentin Bontus is a professional Formula Kite athlete from Austria and has been kiteboarding for more than 15 years. Before focusing on Formula Kite Racing in 2021, he explored almost every discipline the sport has to offer, from freestyle and big air to kitefoiling. No matter the discipline, Valentin always enjoyed pushing himself, competing, and making the most of every session. Known for his positive energy and passion for the sport, he is always looking for the next challenge and the biggest smile on the water.

Nationality

Homebase

Discipline

Austrian

Vienna, Austria

Formula Kite

Insights

Favorite Kite Spot

Paros, Greece

Favorite Gear Set-Up

Big Air:
SONIC
RADICAL

Racing:
VMG
SYNC Carbon Race Bar

Personal Highlights

Winning the gold medal at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games is Valentin’s biggest achievement so far. After years of exploring different disciplines within kiteboarding, reaching the top step of the Olympic podium in Formula Kite made a lifelong dream come true.

Valentin's Gear

RADICAL⁹

Freeride

SONIC⁵

Big Air, Foil, Freeride

VMG³

Race