Editorial - Get Reel

Social media has changed the kiteboarding industry, but is it for the better? Rou Chater and Crystal Veness explore the impact of social media on our sport, both positive and negative. Is social media really the answer?

Kitesurfing News

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Check out the GKA Kite-Surf World Cup Dakhla 2023 event highlights here - Get this one on a big screen! Oum Lamboiur is a well-known…

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North
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Buckle up and prepare for some serious adrenaline as you watch Jason van der Spuy's four year short line loop progress in this epic 2-minute…

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Maxime Chabloz takes us behind the scenes of the events that unfolded on Finals Day during the 2023 GKA Kite Freestyle World Tour in Brazil.…

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Redesigned from the ground up, Naish's Pivot Nvision is the standard for a high-performance all around kite. Aluula and Quadtex canopy combine for the most…

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Sunset sessions with Petar Pavlovic!

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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 - Ålesund
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Ålesund
Ålesund

Ålesund (Aalesund) is a must if you are visiting Norway! Travellers either arrive on a cruise ship, by plane or drive from Oslo to explore our Vikings traditions, Art Nouveau architecture from the 19´century and last but not least, the incredible nature surrounding it; including the fjords, the Alps of Sunnmøre and the islands. The main city connects to the…

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Praia do Bilene
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Praia do Bilene
Praia do Bilene

Mozambique is one of the most exciting countries you'll ever visit - the long Indian Ocean coastline is dotted with incredible beaches. From Kitesurfing to surfing, scuba diving, safaris, fishing and more, there is something for everyone to enjoy! Make sure you take a break from kiteboarding and check out Kruger National Park while you are there - you won't…

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Ulcinj
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Ulcinj
Ulcinj

Montenegro is situated in the south of the Adriatic and is an extraordinary place. It offers an abundance of beauty, beaches, crystal clear lakes, the sea and incredible scenic mountains. In the mornings, you can wake up along the beautiful Adriatic coast, have lunch on the banks of Skadar Lake, and enjoy an evening walk in the Montenegrin mountains. Ulcinj…

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 - Strapless Beach Start
Kitesurfing Technique - Strapless Beach Start
Strapless Beach Start

Continuing on from last issue’s strapless fest you’re probably more than ready for this. The beach start is a useful tool as it means that not only can you delay the inevitable dunking, but you can also get off the beach quickly, which is a godsend when the waves are pumping. Water starting is all good and well but if…

Kitesurfing Technique - Popped Hooked Front Crail/Nose Grab
Kitesurfing Technique - Popped Hooked Front Crail/Nose Grab
Popped Hooked Front Crail/Nose Grab

Making a move look good, especially for that Kodak moment to be frozen in time eternal is about sticking that extra tweak or grab in. With that in mind here our guide to a popped front roll with a Crail or Nose grab thrown into the mix for extra spice. The grab itself is done with the back hand reaching…

Kitesurfing Technique - Toeside Back Loop Downloop Transition
Kitesurfing Technique - Toeside Back Loop Downloop Transition
Toeside Back Loop Downloop Transition

If Paul Simon were a kitesurfer, he’d have surely written about the numerous ways to leave the water and perhaps more poignantly about how many transitions there are on offer for us to learn. So here is another for those of you that love adding bows to your quiver, enjoy a decent challenge and have good enough memories to remember…

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 - Naish Kiteboarding Strapless Wonder 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - Naish Kiteboarding Strapless Wonder 2024
Naish Kiteboarding Strapless Wonder

The Strapless Wonder is a revolutionary kiteboarding surfboard that is designed to provide an incredibly smooth and fluid experience. Instead of reinventing the wheel, they have taken a conventional surfboard and optimized it for kiteboarding. The board is built to last, thanks to its bamboo laminate impact-resistant heel patch, rail patch, and 3 mm PVC stance area reinforcement. This year,…

Kitesurfing Reviews - Naish Kiteboarding Pivot LE 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - Naish Kiteboarding Pivot LE 2024
Naish Kiteboarding Pivot LE

The Pivot LE is an ideal choice for those seeking a versatile kite that can handle any situation. In their latest release, they have made performance enhancements that cater to both everyday kiteboarders and professional riders. They have specifically focused on optimizing the draft for improved control and increased wind range, tailoring the aspect ratios for a more comfortable user…

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…