Hood River: Was It Worth the Hype?

Hood River has long been whispered about as the ultimate US playground for wind sports, and so Hannah Whiteley finally packed her bags to find out if the hype was real. Two weeks, countless sessions, and a few blueberry scones later, she can confirm that Hood River more than lives up to its legend!

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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 - Grand Cayman
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Grand Cayman
Grand Cayman

The Cayman Islands, a British Overseas Territory, is made up of 3 islands in the western Caribbean Sea. It is famous for its tax havens to many global businesses, but recently kiteboarding has prospered due to the warm Caribbean waters and steady trade winds. Located south of Cuba it is a relatively close hop from Miami, so there are lots...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Ras Sudr
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Ras Sudr
Ras Sudr

Ras Sudr is located in Sinai, one of the most magical parts of this world, with much history. As a kite location, Ras Sudr is considered one of the best kitesurfing spots in Egypt. The fact that it is just a stone's throw away from Cairo makes it a trendy weekend destination for kitesurfers living in Cairo. Ras Sudr has...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Westward Ho!
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Westward Ho!
Westward Ho!

Westward Ho! is a picturesque seaside village near Bideford on the North Devon coast in England. The name Westward Ho! derives from the Victorian novel by Charles Kingsley, and is unique as its the only place in Britain with an exclamation mark is in its name. Renowned for its miles of golden sandy beach and backed by a pebble ridge,...

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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 - Heelside Hand Drag
Kitesurfing Technique - Heelside Hand Drag
Heelside Hand Drag

We thought we'd start this edition with a bit of simplistic, or so it would seem style. Elegantly stroking the water, followed by a plume of spray, was one of the original kiting money shots, and one that is still oft revered and pulled out the bag by many a guest on our clinics. However, as has been the experience...

Kitesurfing Technique - Sent Back Loop Indy Grab
Kitesurfing Technique - Sent Back Loop Indy Grab
Sent Back Loop Indy Grab

Here’s another grab that’ll keep your back rolls/loops feeling fresh. The Indy is a good variation as it requires both legs to be lifted, and thus is a very different style to your boned out tail variant. The other beauty about an Indy is that if you’re riding boots it’s still easy to reach the grab, as you’re not trying...

Kitesurfing Technique - Toeside Back Loop Downloop Transition
Kitesurfing Technique - Toeside Back Loop Downloop Transition
Toeside Back Loop Downloop Transition

If Paul Simon were a kitesurfer, he’d have surely written about the numerous ways to leave the water and perhaps more poignantly about how many transitions there are on offer for us to learn. So here is another for those of you that love adding bows to your quiver, enjoy a decent challenge and have good enough memories to remember...

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 Provoke 2026
Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Provoke 2026
DUOTONE Provoke

The Duotone Provoke is a remarkable strapless freestyle board that stands out in the high-performance category, specifically designed for riders who seek excellence in their craft. With its innovative features and dedicated construction, the Provoke is engineered to provide an extraordinary riding experience. At the heart of the Provoke’s design is its parallel outline combined with a medium rocker, which...

Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Rebel SLS 2026
Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Rebel SLS 2026
DUOTONE Rebel SLS

The Duotone Rebel SLS 2026 is crafted for those who pursue high-performance freeride and big air kiteboarding. Known as Strong Light Superior (SLS), this kite empowers ambitious riders to push their limits and enhance their performance without compromise. With its innovative design and advanced materials, it delivers explosive lift, remarkable hangtime, and responsive control, making it the ideal choice for...

Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Blur SLS 2026
Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Blur SLS 2026
DUOTONE Blur SLS

The review of the Duotone Blur SLS surfboard showcases a product designed specifically for advanced wave riding, particularly in medium to big wave conditions. This high-performance surfboard is intended for those who seek to push their limits and achieve peak performance without compromise. The Blur SLS stands out due to its engineering tailored to serious wave riders. One of its...