Steven Akkersdijk Full Circle

Steven Akkersdijk has spent more than a decade riding at the sharp end of big air, pushing limits in Cape Town and standing on the podium at the world’s most extreme events. These days his focus has shifted from chasing results to shaping riders, blending experience, style and precision through coaching and camps around the world. We caught up with Steven to talk progression, fear, modern kiteboarding and why slowing down might be the fastest way to ride better.

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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 - Palanga
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Palanga
Palanga

On the west coast of Lithuania lies Palanga, a popular spot on the Baltic Sea for kiteboarding, landboarding, SUPing and surfing. Eighteen kilometres long and up to 300 meters wide of sandy beaches, it is the busiest summer resort in Lithuania. The conditions can be pretty choppy and wavey, especially if the wind blows from the west, northwest or southwest...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Cuyo Island
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Cuyo Island
Cuyo Island

Cuyo Island is supposed to be one of the windiest places in The Philippines, and it is one of those places you need to visit. The small island and the fantastic, privileged location makes it a unique place in the world. If you are looking to get away from it all, avoid the usual parties that can be found elsewhere...

Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Cornwall
Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Cornwall
Cornwall

Cornwall is a very underrated spot for Kitesurfing; we have a reliable prevailing south-westerly and blue Atlantic waters that meet 400 miles of coastline. Given the shape of Cornwall, it gives us many options and variety, and you’ll rarely find more than a handful of kites out at any given time. Beyond Kitesurfing Cornwall is the most southern point of...

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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 - BLT to Blind
Kitesurfing Technique - BLT to Blind
BLT to Blind

We absolutely love this one! A veritably fun little treat and an absolute banger of a cheeky move. Conjuring this out of the hat when turning low level next to the beach should get you a few laughs and plenty of appreciative whistles, smiles all round. Basic requirements are a back roll transition and some form of blind. It’s not...

Kitesurfing Technique - Jump with Tweaked Boned Grab
Kitesurfing Technique - Jump with Tweaked Boned Grab
Jump with Tweaked Boned Grab

Having recently returned from what can only be described as a grab-tastic clinic, we hunted through the back catalogue of moves and realised that we’ve never offered any guidance on how to add a grab to a stock jump. Grabbing is the simplest method of adding that certain “je ne sais quoi” to any move. A jump is no different...

Kitesurfing Technique - Popped Hooked Front Crail/Nose Grab
Kitesurfing Technique - Popped Hooked Front Crail/Nose Grab
Popped Hooked Front Crail/Nose Grab

Making a move look good, especially for that Kodak moment to be frozen in time eternal is about sticking that extra tweak or grab in. With that in mind here our guide to a popped front roll with a Crail or Nose grab thrown into the mix for extra spice. The grab itself is done with the back hand reaching...

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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 - 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 - Ozone Edge VT Ultra X 7m 2026
Kitesurfing Reviews - Ozone Edge VT Ultra X 7m 2026
Ozone Edge VT Ultra X

The Edge has always been the benchmark for freeride and big-air performance within the Ozone range, and now the Edge VT Ultra X pushes that benchmark even higher. It takes the refined platform of the Edge VT, complete with its new platform, refined arc, and 16-point bridle, and builds it around a complete Aluula airframe, with a new super-light canopy...

Kitesurfing Reviews - ION Products Amaze Core 4/3 Front Zip Wetsuit Women 2026
Kitesurfing Reviews - ION Products Amaze Core 4/3 Front Zip Wetsuit Women 2026
ION Products Amaze Core 4/3 Front Zip Wetsuit Women

When I first unboxed ION’s Amaze CORE 4/3 Front Zip, the very first thing I noticed was how incredibly soft it felt. It did not have that stiff, rubbery feel you sometimes get with thicker wetsuits. The colour immediately stood out too. The purple and lime green combo is bright, bold, and definitely a standout on the beach. What I...