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While others enjoyed the summer in Australia, Zac Haynes chose to pursue swell maps in the North. Zac and his crew toured Morocco before heading...

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New trick unlocked!

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The BAKL crew, including Cohan van Dijk, Lorenzo Casati, Jesse Richman, Kimo Verkerk, Tim Walsh, and Tomas Aguirre, flew all the way to Maui, the...

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Watch Lorenzo Casati's Full Power Tarifa recap video in W.O.L. #18!

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Learn how to master the moon slide, a variation of the dark slide! In this step-by-step tutorial, Steven Akkersdijk breaks down the moon slide into...

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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 - Achill Island
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Achill Island
Achill Island

Ireland is a hidden gem for kitesurfing. There are amazing conditions for kiting in Ireland and unique spots. It's such a shame that it goes so unnoticed. Home to the 'Battle of the Lake' competition and Pure Magic Kite School; the small island offers both awesome wave riding on the beach and flat water 100 meters on the lake! In...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Sardinia (North)
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Sardinia (North)
Sardinia (North)

Sardinia is one of the most beautiful islands in the world! It boasts numerous fascinating characteristics and even its typical Mediterranean nature hides a richness and variety. It is the perfect choice for all those who seek more than just its splendid beaches and crystal clear water and, instead, wish to discover the numerous other treasures it offers and all...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Texel
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Texel
Texel

Texel is the most famous island in the North of The Netherlands. It will take you approximately 20 minutes from the mainland to bring you to paradise by ferry! With 20km of beach on the west side and a generally good wind forecast, you’re’ guaranteed to love this spot! There are waves and flat water spots for freestyle, and it...

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.

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 - Beach Bounce BLT
Kitesurfing Technique - Beach Bounce BLT
Beach Bounce BLT

For want of a better expression, there is more than one way to skin a cat, and this translates tokiting as there is more than one way to change direction. This in fact would be a British understatement at its most quintessential, for there are possibly too many types and variations of transitions to bother counting. Suffice to say here...

Kitesurfing Technique - Under Turns
Kitesurfing Technique - Under Turns
Under Turns

Once you have giggled yourself senseless riding across the grand bleu, you know that the once unsure world of kitesurfing is in fact your true calling. With that knowledge comes the endless quest for hacking upwind, mastering your “bad side” and a bevy of pointless, yet none the less handsome moves. In your pursuit of these dreams you may often...

Kitesurfing Technique - Barefoot Water-ski Dismount
Kitesurfing Technique - Barefoot Water-ski Dismount
Barefoot Water-ski Dismount

Unsurprisingly here is another fun filled move from Heliarde. The water-ski or barefoot dismount. Not only does this look the absolute shizzle, but it’s also a good way to train yourself for the joys of the Jesus Walk should you be so inclined. The beauty is that even if you consider yourself to be on the wrong end of the...

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 - Nobile Kiteboarding Horizon 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - Nobile Kiteboarding Horizon 2024
Nobile Kiteboarding Horizon

The 2024 Horizon kite introduces a new premium product line from Nobile, characterized by its superior quality and modern design. This brand-new 3-strut kite is meticulously crafted to meet the evolving demands and expectations of kiteboarding enthusiasts across various skill levels. Crafted with a hybrid construction, the Horizon excels in hang time, offers low bar pressure, and delivers quick response...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Cabrinha Moto XL Apex 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - Cabrinha Moto XL Apex 2024
Cabrinha Moto XL Apex

Threshold winds pose a significant challenge for kite designers. The dilemma lies in creating a kite that is powerful without sacrificing agility and playfulness, or making a lightweight kite that sacrifices low-end power necessary for takeoff. However, the Moto XL Apex kite, built on the successful Moto X platform and incorporating materials from the Apex Series, strikes the perfect balance...

Kitesurfing Reviews - North Kiteboarding Cross 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - North Kiteboarding Cross 2024
North Kiteboarding Cross

The Cross is a versatile board that combines surf, freeride, and strapless freestyle capabilities. It offers a light and responsive feel, allowing the rider to effortlessly drive upwind, execute tight turns, and hit the lip of the wave. Designed for everyday use, the Cross is suitable for various conditions. For 2024, the Cross has been constructed with durable EcoLite Impact...