Beyond the Competition Zone

From chasing podiums to creating flying works of art, Scott Barendsen is redefining his path. Blending kiting with creativity and marketing, he’s turning kites into moving canvases and pushing the sport in an exciting direction - read all about it here!

Kitesurfing News

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Flying off mountains & pushing limits! Read all about it and watch the full movie here.

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In his latest post, Get High with Mike asks what we all think… Shouldn’t harnesses be properly tested before they hit the shelves? So why...

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Made for freedom. Built for whatever the wind throws your way!

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Quick tip to nail your Back Roll Transition! Whether you're just starting or refining your style, this move is a must in your kitesurfing trick...

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Well… It drifts away, sometimes quite far. And their chaseboat races to get it back!

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Light wind session!

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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 - Kite Boat Cruises
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Kite Boat Cruises
Kite Boat Cruises

Discover a new kiteboarding spot every day with a luxurious kiteboarding experience. You can ride in paradise, on private kite spots and even on private islands. Many sailors in the Caribbean consider the Bahamas the most beautiful place to sail. Hundreds of islands and sandbanks are surrounded by shallow turquoise waters, making The Bahamas one of the world's largest shallow...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Cape Town
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Cape Town
Cape Town

Frequented by some of the planets top kitesurfers and home to the scintillating Red Bull King of the Air, Blouberg in Cape Town cannot fail to express through action just what an incredible place it is. It is infamous for its strong & reliable wind from December through to February. The shoulder months of November and March are often also...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Tenerife
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Tenerife
Tenerife

If you're looking for somewhere to kite all year round in Europe, it's undoubtedly the Canary Islands. A group of Spanish archipelagos is located in front of the Moroccan coast. Spring throughout the year attracts millions of tourists from all over Europe, especially those from colder climates. Tenerife, one of the islands, is one of the most popular tourist destinations...

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 - Front Foot One Foot Downloop Transition
Kitesurfing Technique - Front Foot One Foot Downloop Transition
Front Foot One Foot Downloop Transition

There are many blissful elements to down-looping any sent move. The fact that you can convert whatever trick you give a mighty send to, into a stunning transition is one. You can fancily change direction should the need arise and of course, even though we don’t condone such lavish behaviour, you can perform said move even closer to the beach....

Kitesurfing Technique - Toeside Pop Out to Wrapped
Kitesurfing Technique - Toeside Pop Out to Wrapped
Toeside Pop Out to Wrapped

We’re throwing this one in, as it should be good for quite a few of you. Popping from toe side and landing wrapped is a great to wrapped if you haven’t tried it before. And if you can already manage a shifty or more to wrapped, then this should be a doddle, and a surefire way of adding extra style...

Kitesurfing Technique - Unhooked Popped Front Grab
Kitesurfing Technique - Unhooked Popped Front Grab
Unhooked Popped Front Grab

Here we go – unhooked grabs always seem like a good idea until you decide to try one, and the task ahead seems a little bit more daunting than the initial light bulb moment. That said, there’s no reason not to add some picante to your unhooked moves. We’ll start off here with the popped front roll with a tail...

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.

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 Gonzales 2025
Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Gonzales 2025
DUOTONE Gonzales

The Duotone Gonzales twintip kiteboard is an exemplary choice for aspiring kiteboarders, designed to ease the transition from novice to skilled rider. This kiteboard caters specifically to entry-level users seeking a comfortable and enjoyable learning experience on the water. With its perfect balance of control, comfort, and performance, the Gonzales enables riders to tackle the learning curve with confidence. One...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Mystic Haze Hoodie XS 2025
Kitesurfing Reviews - Mystic Haze Hoodie XS 2025
Mystic Haze Hoodie

Anyone who gets in the water often knows the value of a good neoprene hoodie, and Mystic’s Haze Hoodie delivers everything you need to combat that extra winter windchill,l while looking good! This 2mm layer is designed for practicality and can be worn over your wetsuit, making it an essential part of your cold-weather gear. The Haze is constructed from...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Naish Kiteboarding Hover Potato Chip 2025
Kitesurfing Reviews - Naish Kiteboarding Hover Potato Chip 2025
Naish Kiteboarding Hover Potato Chip

The Hover Potato Chip is an innovative addition to the kite, pump, and tow foiling scene, boasting a design that caters to a wide range of riders, from beginners to the more advanced. This highly versatile board features optimized shaping and innovative construction technologies that enhance the overall foiling experience. First and foremost, the Potato Chip is designed with a...