So you want to unhook? We commend you! Unhooking is awesome and can (and should) be attempted by everyone. Although there are "thousands" of trick that we kitesurfers can perform hooked in, there's an equal number of unhooked tricks as well. It's easy to double your bag of tricks and...
Core XR5 Kiteboarding Kite Review The XR5 is the Performance freeride Kite from Core Kites. It’s known for it’s ability to perform at a high level in any discipline. After testing the XR5 for a couple of hours, it was easy to see why the kite has become so incredibly...
Ready to kick off the season? For many of us that don’t have the opportunity to get away during the winter season, now is the time to get stoked for kite season! That means breaking out the gear and getting out on the water for the first time in a...
Wetsuits are an amazing tool that let kiteboarders, kitesurfers, surfers, windsurfers, swimmers, and water lovers alike stay in the water all year long. Choosing the right thickness of wetsuit for the area and activity that you will be doing is the first step to staying warm and happy, ready to...
The fist trick is going to be one of my favorite transitions and one that I do not see too often. It’s a smooth way to switch directions, it feels super cool, and most importantly, It looks awesome.  I would classify this as a moderate level of difficulty because...
The first thing that you should do when arriving to the beach is to assess the conditions. You must determine that is safe to kiteboard, to make informed decisions on the proper gear selection, and most importantly, to maximize your fun!  Wind Direction  Do: Winds that blow parallel...
In this article we will eliminate any confusion about what the wind window is and what it is not. Understanding this will allow you give you an advantage as we progress into more complex kite maneuvers.  The Wind What?  The wind window is the usable area that your...
Are you confused on how to rig your kite?  Below is a step by step guide on how to rig a kiteboarding kite downwind. It is important be aware that this should NOT be done unless you have previously learned this during a kiteboarding lesson with a certified instructor.  ...
This one is crucial! So many people, even advanced kiters, seem to struggle with this fundamental skill. Don't worry though, in this article we will discuss how to launch a kiteboarding kite with an assistant. Â Â Listen up!... Â Before attempting to launch a kiteboarding kite, you have to...
How to Choose the Proper Size Kiteboarding Kite You've always wanted to become a kiteboarder ever since you saw the first guy kitesurfing at the beach. After months of procrastination, you finally decide to take the plunge. No excuse is going to keep you from enjoying the freedom and thrill...
