Anywhere Anytime: The Rise of Finn Flügel

From winning the Youth Big Air World Championship to taking on the world’s best in Brazil and Tarifa, at just 17, Finn Flügel is proving himself as one of the sport’s most versatile young riders. Jen Tyler caught up with Finn to talk progression, competition, and carrying both German and Egyptian roots onto the world stage.

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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 - Hood River
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Hood River
Hood River

Hood River buzzes with kiteboarding energy each summer. Cool air from the Pacific Ocean is sucked through the Columbia River Gorge to the hot, Eastern desert. Strong thermal winds blow nearly every day from May through September. Hood River is a charming town with a myriad of opportunities to explore the outdoors, both on and off the river. Suitable for...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - San Blas
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - San Blas
San Blas

The San Blas are 367 deserted islands located on the Caribbean side of Panama. The local Kuna Tribes inhabit only 10% of the islands. White sandy beaches and crystal clear blue waters are waiting for you! Have a rest under one of the shady palm trees after an excellent kite session and get to know the locals and their unique...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Limnos
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Limnos
Limnos

With the island’s nickname being ‘wind-ridden one’, it is no surprise that Keros bay is an idyllic kitesurfing destination during the European summer season. Boasting postcard-worthy beaches, crystal-clear waters, ancient archaeological sites and home to some fantastic wildlife, Limnos Island is a pearl of the Aegean Sea! The island vibes are so chilled here that they are, in fact, artic....

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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 to Wrapped
Kitesurfing Technique - Front to Wrapped
Front to Wrapped

Here’s a blinding move for you aspiring freestylers. The front to wrapped is an achievable pop move for anyone landing Shiftys to wrapped, and it also doubles as a great way to get into the non-inverted slim. Theoretically at least if you can perform a controlled unhooked front to toeside, then this move is but a step away…. The Foundation...

Kitesurfing Technique - Beach Start Back Roll
Kitesurfing Technique - Beach Start Back Roll
Beach Start Back Roll

If you want to drop the clutch, pull the pin and start with a bang, there aren’t many moves which offer such instant gratification. Assuming that you nail it, the rest of your session could be mere languid Sunday afternoon lawn management, and you’ll still be grinning like a Cheshire Cat by the time you pull your keys from the...

Kitesurfing Technique - Riding Blind
Kitesurfing Technique - Riding Blind
Riding Blind

Looking back in annals of kitesurfing history, riding blind had a similar standing as the darkslide does today. It was considered a decent showy move and was much sort after. Casually skimming across a bay or lagoon in reverse gear, waving at your adoring fans with a Cheshire cat smirk etched on your face was a wonderful sight to behold....

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

The Duotone Whip D/LAB has established itself as a premier choice for athletes seeking a high-performance board tailored for small wave and strapless freestyle riding. Renowned as a favorite among riders over the years, this board is part of the premium D/LAB (Duotone Laboratory) line, designed with cutting-edge technology for those who refuse to settle for anything less than the...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Ride Engine Air Box Mini 2026
Kitesurfing Reviews - Ride Engine Air Box Mini 2026
Ride Engine Air Box Mini

The Air Box Mini is Ride Engine’s new offering in the electric pump game, and at just 900 grams, it is genuinely travel-friendly. It is around 35% smaller than the predecessor, and it takes up far less room in your bag than a standard manual pump and is light enough for it not to be a concern in a packed...

Kitesurfing Reviews - ION Products Spectre Kite Harness 2026
Kitesurfing Reviews - ION Products Spectre Kite Harness 2026
ION Products Spectre Kite Harness

The Spectre Kite Harness for men represents a significant advancement in harness technology, showcasing ION's commitment to innovation and performance. This next-generation harness is designed with the serious rider in mind, offering features that cater to both comfort and competitive edge. One of the standout features of the Spectre harness is its fully carbon shell, ION's first of its kind....