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What Is Big Air Kitesurfing? — Jumping & Tricks Explained
Home › Blog › Kitesurfing › What Is Big Air Kitesurfing? — Jumping & Tricks… Buying Guide · Kitesurfing Big air kitesurfing is launching yourself metres above the water, performing tricks mid-flight, and landing clean. It's where you stop cruising and start flying—the gateway to freestyle...
How to Choose a Windsurf Harness — Seat vs Waist Guide
Home › Blog › Windsurf Boards › How to Choose a Windsurf Harness — Seat vs Wais… Buying Guide · Windsurf Boards A windsurf harness isn't one-size-fits-all. Seat and waist designs anchor you completely differently, feel nothing alike on the water, and which one wins depends on your body, y...
How to Avoid Being Overpowered Kitesurfing — Safety & Technique
Home › Blog › Kitesurfing › How to Avoid Being Overpowered Kitesurfing — Sa… Buying Guide · Kitesurfing Getting overpowered kills your session—and your confidence. The fix isn't complicated: right kite size, solid depower stroke, and honest wind reading. Here's how we keep riders in contr...
Can You Use a Surfboard for Wing Foiling? — Beginner Board Guide
Home › Blog › Kite Surfboards › Can You Use a Surfboard for Wing Foiling? — Beg… Buying Guide · Kite Surfboard Your shortboard won't float you on a wing. Wing foiling demands boards built for zero paddling and heavy wing load—totally different beast from surfing. SS Surf-Sto...
Harness Line Position & Tuning Guide — Kitesurfing Setup
Home › Blog › Harnesses › Harness Line Position & Tuning Guide — Kitesurf… Buying Guide · Harnesses Your bar's bridle lines sit a few centimetres from centre, and moving them even 2 cm shifts how the kite responds to input. We'll walk you through finding your perfect line position so the ...
Best Kite for Big Air & Jumping 2026 — Expert Picks
Home › Blog › Kitesurfing › Best Kite for Big Air & Jumping 2026 — Expert P… Buying Guide · Kitesurfing Big air isn't about the biggest kite in your quiver—it's about response. You need a kite that loads hard on the dive, softens mid-flight, and re-engages instantly at landing. ...
JP Australia Freestyle Wave 2026 — Board Review
JP Australia Freestyle Wave ⭑ Top Pick Sizes: 55-75L Wind: 12-22 kts Build: TT Construction JP's flagship freestyle-wave hybrid delivers responsive manoeuvrability in choppy conditions with genuine wave-riding edge hold. Built for progression and style, whether you're learning tric...
Cabrinha vs Nobile Kites 2026 — Which Brand to Choose?
01 -- VERDICT Quick VerdictCabrinha takes the crown for all-round performance and innovation in 2026, especially if you value cutting-edge Apex technology and responsive handling across a wide wind range. However, Nobile remains the smarter choice for freestyle tricks and park sessions, where their board-kite synergy a...
Gaastra vs NeilPryde Sails 2026 — Which Brand Wins?
01 -- VERDICT Quick VerdictNeilPryde sails lead for pure durability and entry-level accessibility in Europe, with a proven track record across diverse conditions. Gaastra excels in lightweight performance and responsive handling--ideal if you want aggressive freeride character and don't mind paying for it. For most rid...
What Wind Speed Is Safe to Kitesurf? — Minimum Knots Guide
Safe kitesurf wind speed begins around 12-14 knots minimum for beginners learning on a beach with instruction, and peaks at 25 knots for intermediate riders on a 12-14m kite. Advanced riders can push to 30+ knots in the right gear, but what wind speed is safe to kitesurf depends entirely on your skill, kite size, body ...
Kitesurfing Travel Checklist 2026 — What to Pack
Home › Blog › Kitesurfing › Kitesurfing Travel Checklist 2026 — What to Pack Buying Guide · Kitesurfing Packing for a kitesurfing trip means thinking smarter than just throwing gear in a bag. We've shipped thousands of riders' kits since 2003 — here's exactly what goes in the carry-on and...
What Is the Lightest Foil Kite in 2026? — Ultra-Light Kite Guide
Home › Blog › Kitesurfing › What Is the Lightest Foil Kite in 2026? — Ultra… Buying Guide · Kitesurfing Light foil kites cut through the learning curve and make every trick feel snappier. We'll show you which 2026 models weigh least and why that matters for your riding. SS S...
Best Spots to Learn Kitesurfing in Europe 2026 — Top Schools
Home › Blog › Kitesurfing › Best Spots to Learn Kitesurfing in Europe 2026 … Buying Guide · Kitesurfing Europe's best kitesurfing schools aren't hiding — they're clustered in spots where wind comes reliable, water stays manageable, and you'll find riders at every level. We've sent learner...
Is It Safe to Kitesurf Alone? — Solo Kitesurfing Guide
Home › Blog › Kitesurfing › Is It Safe to Kitesurf Alone? — Solo Kitesurfin… Buying Guide · Kitesurfing Solo kitesurfing isn't off-limits — but it's not a beginner move. We'll tell you exactly who can handle it, what conditions work, and what prep keeps you alive. SS Surf-St...
What Wetsuit for 18°C Water? — Thickness Guide
Home › Blog › Wetsuits › What Wetsuit for 18°C Water? — Thickness Guide Buying Guide · Wetsuits 18°C water is the goldilocks zone—cold enough to demand protection, warm enough that you don't need a heavy winter brick. We'll show you exactly which thickness keeps you in the water longer an...
How Often Should You Service a Kite? — Maintenance Schedule
Service your kite every 10-15 hours of use or once per year, whichever comes first. Most riders benefit from a quick pre-season inspection and a deeper maintenance session after heavy use or at season's end. Regular upkeep prevents small issues becoming expensive damage and keeps your kite responsive and safe. 01 -- F...
How to Transport a Windsurf Board on a Car — Roof Rack Guide
Home › Blog › Windsurf Boards › How to Transport a Windsurf Board on a Car — Ro… Buying Guide · Windsurf Boards Your JP or Tabou board isn't cheap, and roof-rack damage is permanent. We'll walk you through the exact setup—padding, positioning, straps—so your board arrives intact every tim...
How to Choose a SUP Leash — Straight vs Coiled Guide
Choosing the right SUP leash comes down to three core decisions: leash length (matching your board size), leash type (straight vs. coiled), and attachment point (ankle vs. waist). Get these right, and you'll stay connected to your board in any condition. Get them wrong, and you'll either be tangled, dragging water resi...
Duotone Super Hero 2026 — Windsurf Freeride Sail Review
Home › Blog › Windsurf Sails › Duotone Super Hero 2026 — Windsurf Freeride Sai… Buying Guide · Windsurf Sails The Duotone Super Hero 2026 is built for the messy, variable wind we get across Europe—not light airs, not storm force, but the 12–25 knot reality most of us face. We've shipped d...
Best Kite for Kids & Youth 2026 — Junior Kitesurfing Guide
Home › Blog › Kitesurfing › Best Kite for Kids & Youth 2026 — Junior Kitesu… Buying Guide · Kitesurfing Teaching a kid to kite? The right kite makes all the difference between frustration and pure stoke. We'll walk you through sizing, shape, and the four models we stock that'll actually k...