I competed in the west coast Wavesailing tour events for more than 20 years, from the early 90s on. Robbie and his company were the main sponsor for many of them, from Waddell to Pistol. This is my chance to thank you (Robbie) personally for your involvement. I had a lot of fun, even placed a few times. Thanks man. USF10😎
I bought my first shortboard in Naish's shop in the 80s. When I walked into the shop I was in awe, the boards were all customs, just beautiful. Bought a 9,2 winged pintail with 2 thrusters. Still today, it was my favorite board to sail. Thanks Robbie!!!
I was surprised to hear that he had sold….then after hearing why it makes perfect sense. Work life balance is very important and it changes over time. Health is number one, you have nothing without health. He keeps the brand and gets to partake in all the fun aspects, sounds perfect. Best of luck. Hope to see you on the water.
Great interview Ruben! You've got a very natural and pleasant way of getting your questions across and Robby just continues to be the legend of legends - well done both of you, really enjoyed it.
I am 58 years old kitesurf and surf as much as I can. Yes the only thing that stops you is injuries. I know it hurts but is the price we all pay. Rob you are an inspiration to me and motivates me to keep going. Thanks!!
Great interview. Robby is a legend. Was lucky to see Robbie in action several times (Schevingen, Tarifa..). I started windsurfing late 80’ on a Ten Cate from my father. Still have the original wooden wishbone. Great memories! ❤
Love it, thanks Ruben and Robbie. I met Robbie in Kailua in 2000, such a nice guy. Like him I sailed Hobie cats in the early 1970s, but in South Africa (I think he gets it wrong saying Hobie 12, the original model was the 14). Then windsurfed for two decades. I rode his AR5 back in 2004, but then bought a few of the C-kites and did not like them. Went to Best kites instead. In 2015 I bought the Pivot when it first came out and have stuck with Pivots ever since, thanks Robbie!
Always the king! Honestly I didn't appreciate the new owner of the company, because it stopped sponsoring Campello and I think he deserved to continue with Naish, because Naish needs a great showman who impersonates the fun and greatness of windsurfing
The one time that I saw Robby Naish in person was at the Pro-Am in Hood River probably in the late 80s. The competitors were in knee deep water just off the beach waiting for the race to start. Probably less than a minute before it started, a little kid lost a blow up water toy close by where the competitors were waiting. Robby calmly ditched his rig retrieved the toy and gave It back to the kid. He then went on to start the race with seconds to spare and win it ! Karma was strong that day.
I've watched and listened to Robby Naish all my life. Even sailed with him way back in the day and he gave me a Mistral wetsuit I wore for years ..... Story of MY life ? - Wrong place, Wrong time ALL the time, BAD luck and NO decisions. (No drugs, No Alcohol also though. Maybe I should have done that ? Been more successful. LOL). Wow. I should have taken up windsurfing but it wasn't considered as a true sport yet. Just a "fad" that young'uns thought was cool. I've collected some of the best boards over the years and never stopped windsurfing.
Robbie Naish my hero, what a great interview, been riding his kites for years amazing , everyday on the water with a smile on my face, Ruben you rock also 😁
n i c e. Hi Robbie. I'm Karlie's former "babysitter." Could pick her up 5-6am to wakeboard. she was 9/10. she had a room in my house. so I heard a lot about you through her & "the kids." I windsurf -not well! Can't even jibe. Couple years back, I ran from you when we both got off an inter-island flight. At any rate, sorry to see you go! You changed lives. Wishing you the best & it is my extreme hope & desire that you stay happy & healthy. Warmest aloha & sincere best regards.
Si tous les personnages de la politique pouvaient avoir le même état d'esprit que Mr Robby NAISH, le monde serait vraiment vraiment meilleur. Le windsurf et le kitsurf devraient être enseignés systématiquement dans les cours d'éducation physique et les hommes et femmes politiques devraient être uniquement jugées selon leurs performances en windsurf ou kitsurf ou surf.
In freeskiing we don't use our names for brands because that seems super narcissistic. Well done to sell your brand Robbie! Let's create new brand names that are actually cool.
Robbie is a good guy. Respect. And also I understand the respect you have for Dietrich as a person, but pushing that Red Bull poison is no muy bueno. Maybe you can reassess that. Up to you. Aloha brother
"injury avoidance is key"... From a legend who is 60+ and still sending it, fuck yrah thats the best advice. How many riders never came back from injuries at your local?
quand les militaires des armées du monde auront appris le windsurf, le kitsurf ou le surf, alors ils cesseront d'être des militaires, jetteront leurs armes, auront pour Généralissime Robby NAISH, et ne penseront qu'à la paix dans le monde.
I competed in the west coast Wavesailing tour events for more than 20 years, from the early 90s on. Robbie and his company were the main sponsor for many of them, from Waddell to Pistol. This is my chance to thank you (Robbie) personally for your involvement. I had a lot of fun, even placed a few times. Thanks man. USF10😎
I bought my first shortboard in Naish's shop in the 80s. When I walked into the shop I was in awe, the boards were all customs, just beautiful. Bought a 9,2 winged pintail with 2 thrusters. Still today, it was my favorite board to sail. Thanks Robbie!!!
Robbie has been the inspiration that I have followed all my life. Live and play in the water and enjoy yourself.
Robbie Naish = humble. Right place right time is only a tiny factor behind the legend.
I was surprised to hear that he had sold….then after hearing why it makes perfect sense. Work life balance is very important and it changes over time. Health is number one, you have nothing without health. He keeps the brand and gets to partake in all the fun aspects, sounds perfect. Best of luck. Hope to see you on the water.
Great interview Ruben! You've got a very natural and pleasant way of getting your questions across and Robby just continues to be the legend of legends - well done both of you, really enjoyed it.
I am 58 years old kitesurf and surf as much as I can. Yes the only thing that stops you is injuries. I know it hurts but is the price we all pay. Rob you are an inspiration to me and motivates me to keep going. Thanks!!
What an absolute legend.
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Amazing words from both Robby & Rueben. Legends of the water. Honored to grow up looking up to these guys 🤙
It's nice that Robby is aware that being fortunate has played a part in his success
Huge respect to Robby! This man made a whole niche of wind sports!
Great interview. Robby is a legend. Was lucky to see Robbie in action several times (Schevingen, Tarifa..). I started windsurfing late 80’ on a Ten Cate from my father. Still have the original wooden wishbone. Great memories! ❤
Love it, thanks Ruben and Robbie. I met Robbie in Kailua in 2000, such a nice guy. Like him I sailed Hobie cats in the early 1970s, but in South Africa (I think he gets it wrong saying Hobie 12, the original model was the 14). Then windsurfed for two decades. I rode his AR5 back in 2004, but then bought a few of the C-kites and did not like them. Went to Best kites instead. In 2015 I bought the Pivot when it first came out and have stuck with Pivots ever since, thanks Robbie!
Een hobie 12, ik hoorde het ook, het zou kunnen, hobie bouwde er ooit meen 10 stuks van, hier in nederland ligt vermoedelijk de laatste nog
True legend . Humble inspiring and just himself .
Always the king!
Honestly I didn't appreciate the new owner of the company, because it stopped sponsoring Campello and I think he deserved to continue with Naish, because Naish needs a great showman who impersonates the fun and greatness of windsurfing
Great interview. Many thanks. Even for us mere mortals we do the ‘maybe’ when we are supposed to do other stuff just in case there is wind.
Thank you for this content, anyone who has the opportunity to listen to it should consider themselves lucky!!!🤙
"Everyday on the water is a good day!"
The one time that I saw Robby Naish in person was at the Pro-Am in Hood River probably in the late 80s. The competitors were in knee deep water just off the beach waiting for the race to start. Probably less than a minute before it started, a little kid lost a blow up water toy close by where the competitors were waiting. Robby calmly ditched his rig retrieved the toy and gave It back to the kid. He then went on to start the race with seconds to spare and win it ! Karma was strong that day.
Met Robby in Curaçao 35 years ago , a humble legend!!!
Robby is a legend for me, I never sailed a wave, nevertheless I enjoy windsurfing fast and safely on fairly flat water.
What a fantastic guy.
I've watched and listened to Robby Naish all my life. Even sailed with him way back in the day and he gave me a Mistral wetsuit I wore for years .....
Story of MY life ? - Wrong place, Wrong time ALL the time, BAD luck and NO decisions. (No drugs, No Alcohol also though. Maybe I should have done that ? Been more successful. LOL).
Wow. I should have taken up windsurfing but it wasn't considered as a true sport yet. Just a "fad" that young'uns thought was cool.
I've collected some of the best boards over the years and never stopped windsurfing.
Great words, sensible and straight forward - no fluff. Words to live your life by no matter with wind/water or absent. You go 1111!
Thanks for your wisdom and years of fun guys.
Have fun, Robby!
Amazing interview thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!
Robbie Naish my hero, what a great interview, been riding his kites for years amazing , everyday on the water with a smile on my face, Ruben you rock also 😁
Hero of all times
What a King! Pure inspiration! I hope to sea him one day!
Great interview
Good Interview! Enjoy Life! Reminds me of the story of the Mexican fisherman. Look up...
n i c e. Hi Robbie. I'm Karlie's former "babysitter." Could pick her up 5-6am to wakeboard. she was 9/10. she had a room in my house. so I heard a lot about you through her & "the kids." I windsurf -not well! Can't even jibe. Couple years back, I ran from you when we both got off an inter-island flight. At any rate, sorry to see you go! You changed lives. Wishing you the best & it is my extreme hope & desire that you stay happy & healthy. Warmest aloha & sincere best regards.
Great interview. Ruben is getting better and better at interviewing.
Happy that he didn't mentioned inventing the megaloop.
Legend!❤
Si tous les personnages de la politique pouvaient avoir le même état d'esprit que Mr Robby NAISH, le monde serait vraiment vraiment meilleur. Le windsurf et le kitsurf devraient être enseignés systématiquement dans les cours d'éducation physique et les hommes et femmes politiques devraient être uniquement jugées selon leurs performances en windsurf ou kitsurf ou surf.
Great interview. Two generations of watermen 🤙
In freeskiing we don't use our names for brands because that seems super narcissistic.
Well done to sell your brand Robbie!
Let's create new brand names that are actually cool.
Somehow YT algorithm seems to not have picked up on and recommended this video?
You found the Easter egg already ;-)
yes, the video is unlisted
Robbie is a good guy. Respect. And also I understand the respect you have for Dietrich as a person, but pushing that Red Bull poison is no muy bueno. Maybe you can reassess that. Up to you. Aloha brother
longue vie à Robby, notre Dieu.
Je suis ton père 😂
My first kite was a Naish Park 2011, still have it, still working although I don't use it anymore
"injury avoidance is key"... From a legend who is 60+ and still sending it, fuck yrah thats the best advice. How many riders never came back from injuries at your local?
Great man, feets on the sea. The best.
savoir se retirer des affaires quand c'est le moment, Robby l'a fait. Bien des hommes d'affaires devraient prendre exemple sur Robby.
Have fun ride hard 👍
so cool !!!
Greetings surf legend in the world
Legend
2 Legend ❤
That was nice 🙂
great video series! but please rotate the mic to the face of robby for better audio! ;)
quand les militaires des armées du monde auront appris le windsurf, le kitsurf ou le surf, alors ils cesseront d'être des militaires, jetteront leurs armes, auront pour Généralissime Robby NAISH, et ne penseront qu'à la paix dans le monde.
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Doooope
Noooope.
Dopers NEVER get or stay good at anything.
The stress, I wasn't having fun anymore sounds like a child lol
or maybe someone who’s life is about something other than just money, may we all be so fortunate to make choices this way
Every adult should be accompanied by their inner child. 🙂 It's hard to not stress and keep playing. Robby is the man!
Sellout 😉