Editorial

Chill out and go kitesurfing! In Issue 110, Rou Chater looks back on how kiteboarding has shaped his life—and how it continues to unite us in uncertain times. As the sport faces new challenges like trade wars and rising costs, Rou shares a powerful reminder: In a world that feels more divided than ever, the kiteboarding community is still driven by passion, connection, and the simple joy of getting out on the water.

Kitesurfing News

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The Eleveight RS V9 kite and CS Auto Bar V2 in action!

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You don’t just become a wincher. You earn it! Winching demands more than tricks; it’s creativity, risk, and figuring it out on the fly. We...

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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 - Hamata
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Hamata
Hamata

Hamata is a kitesurf playground with crystal-clear water, a huge waist deep area for beginners and lots of space for the advanced ones to practice new tricks. Unlike other Egyptian spots, it is pretty green and diverse on the water with a scenic mangrove forest upwind of you and three beautiful islands with reefs a little bit further out. The...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Kiwengwa
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Kiwengwa
Kiwengwa

The beach of Kiwengwa is the longest white sand beach on the island. During low tide, a sandbank is formed, creating pool-like conditions. During the full moon, the light of the moon reflecting on the white sand makes it possible to kite until late at night. The reef and pass right in front of the spot offer perfect wave conditions...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Kaliantan
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Kaliantan
Kaliantan

You'll be able to find wind, waves, and an epic adventure in Kaliantan. It's a spot that's likely to go boom on the tourist radar in the next few years, so get in quick while it's still uncrowded. Kaliantan is located in southern Lombok, an enchanting coastal region that is prosperous with white sand beaches, palm trees, and local culture....

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.

Big Blue Kiteboarding

Turks and Caicos Islands

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.

Ines Correia

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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 - Barefoot Water Ski
Kitesurfing Technique - Barefoot Water Ski
Barefoot Water Ski

It’s not that long ago that the Jesus walk was the Don of support moves, but now the stage light and emphasis certainly shines bright on the art of barefooting under your kite. Back in the day slalom skiers turned their noses up at the barefoot brigade, please don’t deny it, but who is laughing now eh:) Once you have...

Kitesurfing Technique - Chicken Gybe Part 1
Kitesurfing Technique - Chicken Gybe Part 1
Chicken Gybe Part 1

The Chicken gybe is often used but rarely celebrated. It serves surfboard riders well as a method of changing direction quickly when time, space or both are limited. The chicken gybe is particularly useful if you are yet to master the tack as it will enable you to turn on a dime and not loose ground down wind. That said,...

Kitesurfing Technique - Front Foot One Foot
Kitesurfing Technique - Front Foot One Foot
Front Foot One Foot

This is one fun move for sure, you’ll confuse your peers, and most likely yourselves at first, but rest assured that the Triple F is surprisingly easy and is guaranteed to put a smile on your face – it’s show boating with a sense of humour. Just watch Nick Jacobsen to remind yourself why we kitesurf – it really should...

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.

Gin Kiteboarding

Switzerland

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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 - Eleveight Kites RS Pro 2025
Kitesurfing Reviews - Eleveight Kites RS Pro 2025
Eleveight Kites RS Pro

The RS Pro by Eleveight Sports has established itself as a top contender in the freeride and big air kite market, showcasing cutting-edge materials and design that significantly enhance performance. With its incorporation of high-tech features, this kite promises a powerful and controlled ride, appealing to serious enthusiasts. One of the most distinguished aspects of the RS Pro is its...

Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Select Concept Blue 2025
Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Select Concept Blue 2025
DUOTONE Select Concept Blue

The Duotone Select Concept Blue is a remarkable addition to the kitesurfing world, characterized by its innovative design, sustainable materials, and exceptional comfort tailored for freeride enthusiasts. This board is thoughtfully engineered to balance performance and style, making it a perfect choice for environmentally conscious riders. One of the standout features of the Select Concept Blue is its innovative profile,...

Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Spike CB 2025
Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Spike CB 2025
DUOTONE Spike CB

The Spike Concept Blue is a groundbreaking product that seamlessly combines high-performance kiteboarding with a commitment to sustainability. Designed with the eco-conscious rider in mind, it stands as the eco-friendly counterpart to Duotone's acclaimed Spike board, delivering not just functionality but a thrilling riding experience. Engineered specifically for optimal light wind conditions, the Spike Concept Blue features advanced materials and...