4Shor: Building a Better Forecast From the Seabed Up

Weather forecasting has become incredibly sophisticated, but for watersports enthusiasts, knowing the wind speed is only part of the puzzle. 4Shor is taking a different approach, combining detailed bathymetry, wind, waves, tides, and rider-specific information to predict not simply what the weather will do, but how good your session could actually be. We speak to founder Richard Brittan about the technology behind the platform and why understanding the seabed could be the key to building a better forecast.

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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 - Kalpitiya
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Kalpitiya
Kalpitiya

Kalpitiya is emerging as Asia's top kiteboarding destination during both winter and summer. It features a variety of expansive flat spots with strong and consistent winds. The central area is ideal for beginners, offering flat, shallow waters and safety boats to ensure the best conditions for becoming an independent rider. Kitesurfing is relatively new in Kalpitiya, and the region remains...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Flanders
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Flanders
Flanders

The Belgian coastline (North sea) is only 60km long and consists of sandy beaches - no cliffs, rocks, or reef. There are over 15 spots all spread out along the coastline, so no matter where you are, there’s always a spot to kitesurf nearby. Even though the coastline is full of buildings, there are beautiful sandy beaches. Some of the...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Aphrodite Resort
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Aphrodite Resort
Aphrodite Resort

Overall a fantastic place with some priceless unspoilt kiting spots. With great people and food and cheap beer (they even come with a plate of chips as well if you’re lucky), you can't beat it. Northern Cyprus deserves attention but don’t tell everyone; we don’t want to spoil it with overcrowding like some of the more famous spots. Wind and Weather...

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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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 - Surfboard Foot Change
Kitesurfing Technique - Surfboard Foot Change
Surfboard Foot Change

Whether you are riding strapless or strapped, the necessity to change your feet will eventually come knocking. Back in the dark ages when three strap directionals were in mode, it was not unusual to see kiters dropping into the water, turning their planks around and then sailing back whence they came. However those with a slight thirst for progress took...

Kitesurfing Technique - Popping
Kitesurfing Technique - Popping
Popping

As Kellogg’s so rightly said, “once you pop you just can’t stop”. Popping is an absolutely fundamental skill in kiting, and as far as fundamentals go, it’s potentially one of the most bamboozling. That’s not to say that popping is super difficult, but there’s a lot going on and when you come to learn it, you’ll be bombarded with all...

Kitesurfing Technique - Grabbed Back Loop Transition
Kitesurfing Technique - Grabbed Back Loop Transition
Grabbed Back Loop Transition

Adding a grab to any move will instantly add style, spicing it up to stand out just that little bit more. Trying to add a grab will also unfortunately reveal any weaknesses, those flaws in technique that we are aware of, which are hidden convincingly behind those subtle adjustments made on the fly, during a move. Therefore working on your...

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 Evo D/LAB 2027
Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Evo D/LAB 2027
DUOTONE Evo D/LAB

The DUOTONE Evo D/LAB 2027 is a premium three-strut inflatable kite designed as a high-performance all-rounder for freeride, big air, freestyle and wave sessions. It is aimed at experienced and ambitious riders who want one responsive platform across several disciplines rather than a narrowly specialised kite. DUOTONE positions this D/LAB version at the top of the Evo range, combining a...

Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Whip SLS 2026
Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Whip SLS 2026
DUOTONE Whip SLS

The Duotone Whip SLS is a strong, lightweight surfboard designed to bridge small-to-medium-wave riding and strapless freestyle. It shares the compact, performance-oriented Whip shape, using a hip-squash tail and increased rocker to produce quick top turns and an agile response. A fast rocker line works with the channel bottom to create speed efficiently, helping riders link softer wave sections, drive...

Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Rebel D/LAB 2026
Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Rebel D/LAB 2026
DUOTONE Rebel D/LAB

The Duotone Rebel D/LAB 2026 stands out as a premier option for kiteboarders seeking an exceptional big air experience. Engineered with advanced Aluula D/TX and Trinity TX materials, this kite promises to deliver unmatched lift, effortless control, and remarkable stability, making it an ideal companion for those who crave height and hangtime. The design of the Rebel D/LAB focuses on...