Hi all, With regards to the discussion thats already taking place on kite size against body size against wind speed, can any of the experienced riders or pros...
The birth places of kitesurfing are somewhat numerous: France, San Dieago, Hood River and Hawaii. But the craddle of kitesurfing is Dominicain Republic where...
Bestkiteboarding has been contacting me in the last three months persuading me to buy their kites for the school and join their affiliation program. ...
I had the unfortunate experience of being dragged for half a mile by my kiteleash at 20 knots when it failed to deploy. I did get a sore shoulder, but I hate...
Don't you also have a release for when the leash doesn't deploy? I prefer to have the leash connected to my spreader because I can always find it and reach it...
When I posted a few days ago about not forgetting wind speed I forgot the 4th part of the equation. Board size. I think for the purposes of the wind speed...
Hello! We are a company settle in Brazil that through an organized infrastructure, we provide you all the background and advice needed to make out of your kite...
A few weeks ago most of the local crew was out when it was time for me to come in. There was a new group of kiters I did not know, but one in a wetsuit rose to...
Currently I have a setup where the safety leash is attached to one of the back lines. However, I've seen some setups where the safety leash is attached to one...
http://www.kitetrader.com This is a comprehensive kiteboarding site allowing you to buy and sell kiteboarding equipment worldwide. If you have any gear to...
I took a 3 part lesson in Aruba and now I'm hooked. I live in NY with access to a NJ beach right outside of Atlantic City. I'm looking for gear to try and get...
I see a lot of discussion of kite size but don't see mention of wind speed all the time. The kite size vs. body weight is completely dependent on the wind. I...
Hello, I am a beginner kite surfer, I have wakeboarded for about 8-9 years. What size kite should I get? Inflatable or Foil? I am 134lb and I will be flying...
Hello KiteSchool... Five questions. Feel free to answer just one or two--don't need to try to answer all 5! 1) What is the maximum LEI kite size that is safe...
Ryan Riccielli and Brad Lange have launched a new USA kiteboarding magazine. More about this exciting progressive publication, "KITEBOARDER MAGAZINE" at: ...
Hi Go to http://xtremebigair.com/KiteSurfing/ The third post has the F-One STW manual. This is the same basic kite as the Shadow (bridle wise, the vents...
Hi, I purchased a used 7m f-one shadow foil. The kite did not come with a manual. Does anyone have any idea where I could purchase a manual? I have a problem...
Now that I know I have a bladder problem with my (older) kite, I wonder what are the consequences of a failed bladder while on the water? If I lose a strut...
I bought a used 2001 Cabrinha Black Tip 7m kite on eBay and found all the strut bladders leaking badly and at least one leak in the leading edge bladder. I...
Hey guys, For years I've been looking for polarized sunglasses I can windsurf, kitesurf, fish, ski or snowboard with, I believe I've found the perfect...
But that didn't prepare me for all the safety issues I needed to be aware of with big powerful traction kites for kitesurfing. When I got started they didn't...
One can kitesurf in almost any wind speed. But the best wind range I have really enjoyed so far is from 5 to 15 knots. There are nobody around to interfere and...
Hey y'all. I'm currently living in southeastern PA, and interested in learning to kitesurf. I'm curious if anyone has any suggestions or recommendations for ...
www.kitetrader.com This is a comprehensive kiteboarding site with free services allowing you to buy and sell kiteboarding equipment worldwide. If you have any...
The letter below is a copy of a response by me to questions asked by WAKSA today. This will be one of the last e-mails sent from myself as assistant secretary...
at 200lbs, what should I be looking for in board sizes? Most likely getting 2 boards eventually, will start with bigger board for learning but want one worth...
Anyone have recommendations on a good water relaunchable foil (Large 12-15m)? I'm considering replacing my inflatables. Any pros or cons to switching? ...
