The Interview: Giel Vlugt

Giel Vlugt is one of the biggest names in the world of Big Air kiteboarding, having achieved a rapid rise to fame with his innovative tricks and hardworking approach! "Double G" brought some World Firsts to the sport, landing the first-ever double loop and pushing the trick selection in big air to new levels. In this exclusive interview, we catch up with Giel as he starts the new year chasing new heights with Team CORE!

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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 - Atins
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Atins
Atins

In 2015 Craig Cunningham named Atins as his #4 favourite flatwater spot in the world. Located 600km west of Fortaleza, Atkins serves as an endpoint for many legendary downwinders. Set in the Delta of the River Preguiças the meandering river mouth creates ever-changing sandbanks and knee-deep lagoons. Along with its consistent strong winds, typical for these shores, kiters encounter perfect...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Paracas
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Paracas
Paracas

Located 220km from Lima, Paracas shares the border with a national park. The town has a large fishing community, as well as touristic shops and restaurants. Paracas is one of the closest kite spots to Lima, and it attracts kiters from all along the coast. The spot is perfect for all levels of riding; closer to the beach, the water...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Kremasti
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Kremasti
Kremasti

If you're looking for a summer kitesurf destination with never ending wind, then Rhodes is the place to be. Kremasti is a very nice village in the north of the island which is not so touristic and where the IKO/VDWS licenced Air Riders Kite Pro Center is stocked with the latest North Kiteboarding gear. Going there is like visiting your kite family, the...

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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 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 - Nose Grab Jump
Kitesurfing Technique - Nose Grab Jump
Nose Grab Jump

Jump variations and grabs are always welcome as they add something to the most fundamental of moves without, hopefully, the need to hammer your self too much in the process. It’s always a joy to see someone boosting and banging out numerous different grabs, making each jump different and the whole performance more pleasing to the eye. This time around...

Kitesurfing Technique - Toe Side Front Roll Hand Wash Transition
Kitesurfing Technique - Toe Side Front Roll Hand Wash Transition
Toe Side Front Roll Hand Wash Transition

It seems that our technique this issue is perhaps leaning towards a harmonious blend of skills. This move features no tyrannical part dominating the agenda, with other embellishments pushed aside into supporting roles, but instead kneads every detail into a languid roll from beginning to end. The toe side front roll hand wash transition is based on the wonderful pop...

Kitesurfing Technique - Unhooked Front to Blind Ole
Kitesurfing Technique - Unhooked Front to Blind Ole
Unhooked Front to Blind Ole

There are a few takes on the front to blind, powered, unhooked, hooked, sent kite, you name it and it’s probably likely. We’re adding the unhooked Ole to the list as it serves a couple of purposes. Firstly it does allow you to go for and learn the blind with a slightly higher kite. Secondly on a big lifty kite...

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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 - North Kiteboarding Charge Pro 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - North Kiteboarding Charge Pro 2024
North Kiteboarding Charge Pro

The Charge Pro surfboard was developed specifically for surfing and engineered to excel in kitesurfing as well. It offers a smooth and powerful ride down the line, with the ability to turn hard in the pocket and release on-demand. This high-performance surfboard is designed for larger waves, providing plenty of projection for a powerful vertical attack. The Charge Pro is...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Flysurfer Fox 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - Flysurfer Fox 2024
Flysurfer Fox

Introducing the FOX – an intelligently designed kite that offers a simple set-up, excellent maneuverability, and an effortless self-relaunch. Experience the thrill of flying as you take to the skies and let your imagination soar! The FOX is commonly utilized for kiting activities involving skateboards, inline skates, or ice skates. It generates sufficient power for exciting adventures on asphalt or...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Flysurfer Era 9m 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - Flysurfer Era 9m 2024
Flysurfer Era

FLYSURFER has well and truly hit the ground running with their all-new Era, which dropped towards the back end of 2023. The Era is literally a new Era for the brand who, behind the scenes, have put in tireless work to launch their first big air specific inflatable kite. From the performance it has achieved so far, it's safe to...