Protection & Safety

Kitesurfing is an exhilarating sport — and like all high-energy watersports, the right protection gear keeps small incidents from becoming serious ones.

Impact vests, helmets, and flotation aids are the three pillars of kitesurf protection. All three work together: a helmet protects against board strikes and shallow water impacts, an impact vest absorbs the shock of high-speed crashes and adds buoyancy, and a well-maintained safety leash ensures your kite stays manageable in an emergency. None of this kit is cumbersome — modern protection equipment is slim, flexible, and designed to be worn without noticing it.

• Helmets: ABS hard shell and soft helmet options for different riding styles
• Impact vests: foam-lined vests that protect and add buoyancy
• Safety systems: leashes and release mechanisms to keep you in control

ION, Duotone, and Cabrinha produce protection gear designed specifically for kitesurfing — not adapted from other sports.