Tried and Tested

As we emerge from winter hibernation, the test team has had a few good days on the water. We’ve got the new ION Seek Select 4/3 on test, a great suit to keep you warm in the tween months either side of summer. Plus, we put two of Cabrinha's flagship kites to the test, the new Switchblade Apex and the Moto Apex!

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In the latest episode of the Beneath the Surface podcast, Lewis Crathern sits down with Ralf Groesel and Aaron Hadlow to talk through the making of the Harlem...

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For the first time in history, the GKA Kite World Tour heads to Nuevo Nayarit, Mexico, bringing elite Freestyle competition to one of the most...

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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 - Oman
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Oman
Oman

If you're on the hunt for a new adventure, you've come to the right place! Oman, the Jewel of Arabia, tells us all about their unforgettable 8-day kitesurfing adventure in this travel guide. Explore the breathtaking flat lagoons, pristine white sands, and rich biodiversity of Barr Al Hickman. Then, dive into the kitesurfing paradise of Masirah Island, where archaeological wonders...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Cornwall
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Cornwall
Cornwall

Cornwall is a very underrated spot for Kitesurfing; we have a reliable prevailing south-westerly and blue Atlantic waters that meet 400 miles of coastline. Given the shape of Cornwall, it gives us many options and variety, and you’ll rarely find more than a handful of kites out at any given time. Beyond Kitesurfing Cornwall is the most southern point of...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Zeeland
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Zeeland
Zeeland

Zeeland is the record holder of the most hours of sun every year in the Netherlands. Sixty kilometres of Northsea beaches make the area a trendy holiday destination for German and Dutch tourists during the summer season. Zeeland is known for nature, culture, and numerous water sports possibilities. Zeeland has kitesurfing spots suitable for every wind direction. The most popular...

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.

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 Start Front Roll
Kitesurfing Technique - Beach Start Front Roll
Beach Start Front Roll

We spend a lot of time offering up different alternatives to a full plethora of moves, often ignoring a few areas. As such we relish the chance to give you a brassy alternative to jumping off the beach. Thus, we have the front loop or roll beach start. As the name suggests, we intend to marry two of your skills....

Kitesurfing Technique - Twin Tip Heel to Toe Carve with Downloop
Kitesurfing Technique - Twin Tip Heel to Toe Carve with Downloop
Twin Tip Heel to Toe Carve with Downloop

There is nothing sweeter than exiting a carve with some oomph, whether it be full back burners boosting to the max or a more mellow constant pull to drive against. There are so many factors that inhibit the perfect turn, but there is one addition that can pretty much guarantee an excellent score – adding a downloop. If the mere...

Kitesurfing Technique - Fix Your Toeside
Kitesurfing Technique - Fix Your Toeside
Fix Your Toeside

Toeside is wonderful. It's an enjoyable skill and an absolutely fundamental part of kitesurfing. It opens the door to a myriad of tricks and other playful worlds such as carving, wave riding, surfboards, and even foils. Being able to use, enjoy and ultimately harness the benefits of both sides of your trusty steed can only make your time on 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 - Cabrinha 2026 Moto Apex 10m 2026
Kitesurfing Reviews - Cabrinha 2026 Moto Apex 10m 2026
Cabrinha 2026 Moto Apex

For 2026, the Moto Apex had a full redesign. This isn’t just a tweak; the kite has been reworked with a higher aspect ratio, a lighter airframe, a thinner leading edge, and a more refined bridle setup to push it further into the performance freeride category. Key to that is the use of HT140 material in the leading edge, combined...

Kitesurfing Reviews - ION Products Seek Select Hood Front Zip 5.5/4.5 2026
Kitesurfing Reviews - ION Products Seek Select Hood Front Zip 5.5/4.5 2026
ION Products Seek Select Hood Front Zip

The Seek Select 5.5/4.5 Hood Front Zip sits right at the top of the ION wetsuit range, and it feels every bit the flagship model the moment you put it on. This is a premium cold water suit. The recycled inner jersey adds some welcome eco credentials, while the generous graphene warmth lining runs through the legs, chest and back,...

Kitesurfing Reviews - ION Products Seek Core 4/3 Front Zip Wetsuit Men 2026
Kitesurfing Reviews - ION Products Seek Core 4/3 Front Zip Wetsuit Men 2026
ION Products Seek Core 4/3 Front Zip Wetsuit Men

The ION Seek Core 4/3 Front Zip is a reliable, flexible wetsuit that delivers warmth, comfort, and performance at a really fair price. Unboxing the wetsuit, I was surprised at how soft it was. Built entirely neoprene-free, it uses natural rubber sourced from oyster shell powder, soybean oil, and eco-carbon black, making it a genuinely sustainable choice without compromising on...