In Memory of

Ruben Laas

Died 24 Dec 2010

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A kitesurfing accident turned to tragedy for Ruben (35) when a he was picked up by a freak gust and blown into a tree. The accident happened at Wakapuaka, near Nelson and was witnessed by his wife. Ruben was a photographer and landboarding instructor, and was well known and well-liked among the local kitsesurfing community.

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