Tech Focus: Armstrong Foils

While not the biggest brand in the industry, it’s clear that Armstrong Foils has a big reputation and a proven product. With foils that suit any and every watersport, including some designed specifically for kitesurfing, we caught up with Armie Armstrong to find out what goes into making the perfect foil. Read more in this exclusive interview!

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Kitesurfing Holidays and Travel Guides

We have a wealth of kitesurfing travel guides at your fingertips. Choose your next kiteboarding destination by browsing our interactive map and reading in-depth information on accommodation, wind and weather, the best spots to kitesurf, local kitesurfing schools and recommended restaurants and nightlife for each location. Our kitesurfing travel guides are categorised into continent and countries so you can easily pick where you would like to kitesurf in the sun.

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Cabarete
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Cabarete
Cabarete

Cabarete is one of the original kitesurfing meccas, people have been making the pilgrimage to this amazing spot in the Dominican Republic for year. The wind blows consistently the year round and the waves roll in during the winter. You’ll find a relaxed cosmopolitan atmosphere and a town filled with people who love to kite. When the sun goes down...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Punta Cana
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Punta Cana
Punta Cana

There are a million reasons to visit Dakhla, Morocco. This place has been put in the spotlight over the last couple of years due to hosting the VKWC world cup and the world's top riders, and for good reason. 45 kilometres of endless lagoon, warm temperatures throughout the year, constant wind, and friendly and welcoming people. Not to mention that...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Soma Bay
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Soma Bay
Soma Bay

Egypt provides a phenomenal playground with consistently windy conditions for 75% of the year The warm, dry African winds pass through the desert to provide an enjoyable hairdryer type breeze as you cruise over the crystal clear Red Sea. The water is flat, turquoise and great for freestyle. It is a relatively short hop from Europe and is usually available...

Kitesurfing Lessons and Schools

Browse our kitesurfing schools index, with hundreds of schools listed from all round the world you will be learning to kitesurf in no time at all.

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Kitesurfing Riders

Browse for your favourite pro kitesurfers in our riders database, with hundreds of pro riders listed all your heroes are right here. Easily find what you are looking for by viewing popular kitesurfers, male kitesurfers or female kitesurfers. Each rider profile gives you a quick overview of the latest posts they have shared from Facebook, information about themselves, related news posts, videos, magazine articles and cover shots they have ever featured in. Get all the latest news and information about your favourite kitesurfers in one easy place.

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Kitesurfing Technique

Christian and Karine have been putting together the best kitesurfing technique guides in the business since our very first issue. There are hundreds of different kitesurfing tricks and tips to choose from including beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. Our kitesurfing technique section is easy to navigate and the perfect place to improve your knowledge before you hit the water.

Kitesurfing Technique - Eka Pada Rajakapotasana - Mermaid Pose - Advanced
Kitesurfing Technique - Eka Pada Rajakapotasana - Mermaid Pose - Advanced
Eka Pada Rajakapotasana - Mermaid Pose - Advanced

Unleash your inner mermaid with this beautiful mermaid pose. This more advanced pose, is for Yogis who like a challenge. From pigeon pose, bend the back knee and cradle the toes into the crease of the elbow. Making sure you are positioned in the middle of the board with the bottom foot pushing down firmly and ground the hip onto the...

Kitesurfing Technique - Back Loop Transition from Toe Side
Kitesurfing Technique - Back Loop Transition from Toe Side
Back Loop Transition from Toe Side

This is a fun one. We all need transitions to turn around, and lets be honest the better they look the better we feel. The BLT in its true form is one of the most popular transitions out there. Done well it oozes style, a casual rotation, effortlessly floated around with control. Old boys do them, kids in boots do...

Kitesurfing Technique - Shifty to Blind
Kitesurfing Technique - Shifty to Blind
Shifty to Blind

This is a fun little gem, popular amongst the wake style fraternity, which can be done equally effectively hooked or unhooked. It’s a more unusual sight than the classic Raley to Blind and therefore should hopefully get you a few whoops from your peers. The best part of this move is that by preceding the blind with a shifty, you...

Kitesurfing Brands

Find all the kitesurfing brands in our database and quickly view the most popular kitesurfing brands out there today. Each kitesurfing brand profile gives you a quick overview of the latest posts they have shared from Facebook, information about the brand, related news posts, reviews, videos, magazine articles and cover shots they have ever featured in. Get all the latest news and information about your favourite kitesurfing brands in one easy place.

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Kitesurfing Reviews

Take a look at all the latest and greatest kitesurfing reviews right here on our site. We've been testing and reviewing the latest kitesurfing equipment for years and our in depth kitesurfing reviews are revered the world over as being honest and up front. Easily find what you are looking for by browsing many categories or use our innovative search feature to find the right reviews you are looking for.

Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Juice 2023
Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Juice 2023
DUOTONE Juice

The 2022 Juice is a highly popular light wind kite on the market, backed by years of design and research. It offers increased water time like never before. With its constant and consistent bar pressure, the Juice delivers even in the lightest winds. The larger sizes of the Juice are especially ideal for light wind days on twintips. Thanks to...

Kitesurfing Reviews - F-One Kites Code V1 2023
Kitesurfing Reviews - F-One Kites Code V1 2023
F-One Kites Code V1

The all-new Code V1 has been specifically designed to ensure that kiteboarding remains an enjoyable experience. Offering performance versatility across all disciplines and in various conditions, the Code kite is set to become your new go-to. With the Code V1 in your hands, you'll witness your skill level and confidence improve with each session on the water. The Code V1...

Kitesurfing Reviews - CrazyFly Sculp 2023
Kitesurfing Reviews - CrazyFly Sculp 2023
CrazyFly Sculp

This is a unique design where their designers have combined elements of Flat Delta and Bow shapes. The Hybrid Delta Bow utilizes the best of both worlds and produces the most versatile and user-friendly kite they have ever created. This shape serves as a platform for all activities, from excellent hangtime to incredible kiteloops, unhooked pop, slack, and pivotal turning....