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How difficult is it to learn kitesurfing ? Is it hard to learn?
One of the most crucial questions that somebody who is up to learn kitesurfing is; Is kitesurfing easy to learn? How hard is it to learn to kitesurf? Can you learn kitesurfing on your own? Well, let us tell you that kitesurfing is not a sport which is really hard to...
How much does kitesurfing equipment cost?
What is the right kite equipment for me? - How much does kitesurfing equipment cost? - Can I buy used kitesurfing equipment? - These are the critical question that we normally ask ourself when we are considering to buy kitesurfing equipment. For many of us, the cost...
How much does it cost to learn kitesurfing? Kitesurfing lessons cost
Are you wondering how much does it cost to start kitesurfing? In this article you will find out how much does it cost to start kitesurfing, own your own equipment and to continue practising on the kite beach without an instructor. When countless colorful kites fly...
Kitesurfing vs windsurfing. Which one is more difficult?
Are you wondering what is more difficult to learn, kitesurfing or windsurfing? Then you are in the right place. We want to help you to resolve the eternal dichotomy: kitesurfing vs windsurfing What is better windsurfing or kitesurfing? This question is repeated over...
The best kitesurfing spots in the world
Maybe you’ve been kitesurfing for a while, and want to try exciting new waters? Holidays to famous kitesurfing destinations around the world is all part of the fun, with thousands of surfers travelling every year. So you’ve got the perfect kite, harness, and...
How many calories does kitesurfing burn?
Nowadays kitesurfing is considered an extreme sport and one of the most exciting activities that exist. Are you wondering if kitesurfing is also an appropriate sport to burn calories? If you want to find out how many calories you can burn in kitesurfing, you are in...
The Top 10 kitesurfing tricks for beginners
A couple of weeks into your kitesurfing lessons, you feel confident. The adrenaline rush drives you to learn new tricks. The fancy unhooked tricks attract you, yet, is it advisable? A big ‘No.’ Don’t worry; we got you covered. In this article, we guide you through 10...
A practical guide to the best surfing spots in Sri Lanka
Do you like combining surfing and kitesurfing? Then you are lucky because in Sri Lanka you can find a blend of wind and excellent waves. Sri Lanka is not only a unique kitesurfing destination but also it is also one of the best-surfing destinations in the world....
Kite gear maintenance: best practices for a long life of your kite equipment
Have you just started in the sport and still don't know very well how to keep your kitesurfing equipment in the best conditions? Your Kitesurfing equipment is very important, and if you love it and you want it to last for a long time, you must maintain it in the best...
The most breathtaking places to see in Sri Lanka
Hello, kitesurfers! Did you know that Sri Lanka is a splendid holiday destination, not only for kitesurfing but for discovering its landscapes, its people and its gastronomy? Once you have landed in Sri Lanka you start smelling the essence of the island: nature,...
The ultimate guide to beginner kitesurfing boards
Have you finished your kite course and you don't know which initiation board is the most suitable for beginners? In this post, we will help you to choose the best beginners kitesurfing boards and the ones which you can progress faster. There is always a hard time in...
Is kiteboarding dangerous?
Is kitesurfing dangerous? Kitesurfing has become one of our favourite extreme sports to enjoy on the beach in summer. As its practise has expanded considerably in recent years, the number of accidents has also increased. That is why we ask ourselves, is...
Kitesurfing for beginners
The ultimate guide to Kitesurf for beginners Are you thinking of starting a new challenge in your life by learning to kitesurf? Here we leave you the perfect guide for beginners: from choosing the right teacher to buying the equipment. If you are just...
Learn how to jump in Kitesurfing
Did you know that performing a kite jump is the best sensation that this sport can offer you? Jumping is probably the kite trick that offers the most feeling of freedom. For that reason, we have developed this guide about how to learn jumping in kitesurfing. Do you...
The best kiteboarding kites in the market
One of the best ways to enjoy the beach and its waves is by doing some water sport, such as kitesurfing or kiteboarding. To practice this exciting and fun sport, you will need to buy a kitesurf board and, of course, a kitesurf kite. If you have started looking for...
The most common kitesurfing accidents. Is kiteboarding a safe sport?
As kitesurfing instructors, we have heard on many occasions the most common words when it comes about learning to kite; "I would like to learn, but I'm afraid of flying away". Sometimes due to ignorance or not having enough information, kitesurfing can seem like a...
The ultimate guide with the top kitesurfing spots in Asia
If there’s one sport that can enthral your senses and make you feel more attached to the beautiful nature, it’s kitesurfing. The kitesurfing community is moving towards a new goldmine for surfing. Asia, though underrated, is home to some of the best kitesurfing spots....
How to Wing Foil ->> Learning Wing Foiling
Have you noticed those guys on the beach kite foiling without lines on the kite? Then, they are probably having some fun with that new modality called Wing Foiling. The first time we saw Wing Foiling, we were really surprised! What the hell is this new sport? Flying...
Best kitesurfers in the world
Are you starting kiteboarding and want to know who the best riders in the world are? We have created a guide to the number 1 kitesurfers worldwide. We present you on a silver platter the Kings and Queens of kitesurfing. Since kitesurfing brings together many...
How long it takes to learn kitesurf?
How long does it take to learn kitesurfing? This is a question that many people ask themselves when learning to kitesurf. According to my experience as an iko instructor, one of many things I learned is that you should never assume how fast or slow a student can...
kitesurfing vs surfing. Which one is better?
One of the first questions to cross someone's mind who is considering whether to take up kitesurfing vs. surfing is, "Which one is better?" While both sports are incredibly rewarding, neither is particularly easy to learn. When hearing the word "surf" in the name of...
The ultimate guide with the top flatwater kitesurfing destinations
Best places in the world to kite in flat water Be it surfing over the clearest of waters or performing gravity-defying stunts near the dock, kitesurfing, and its adrenaline boost is unrivalled. A passionate alliance of wind and water, kitesurfing provides...
The ultimate guide about best kites for beginners to learn kitesurf
The most suitable kites for beginners to get started Contrary to what many people believe, choosing, and getting the right kite to learn to kiteboarding is not an easy task. If you are a bloody beginner, then better, you choose the most suitable kite equipment...
Learn how to bodydrag
HOW TO BODY DRAG KITESURFING The Body Drag is one of the essential techniques of kitesurf and it is not only important to know it and practice it in the beginning, this technique is also used for more advanced riders to try new tricks without taking many risks. For...
Where Duotone kites are made – Duotone factory
HERE DUOTONE KITES ARE MADE? Have you ever wondered where the kites you use are made? Or how a kite is made? In an attempt to answer these and other questions, our friends from Windsuf Spain decided to travel to the factory where Duotone kiteboarding sources their...
The ultimate guide with the top kitesurfing destinations to learn kitesurf
Best Places to Learn to Kitesurf There are not many things in this world that can give the same adrenaline rush, as the exhilarating experience of kitesurfing. Harnessing the wind’s power to glide across the water surface, and be lifted high into the sky, is...
Kitesurfing in the Dream Spot Kalpitiya, Sri Lanka
Dream Spot Kalpitiya, Sri Lanka: When I replied to the wind “Yes, I do” My name is Kim. I would call myself quite a traveller but what I experienced in the Dream Spot in Kalpitiya, Sri Lanka in 2019 was out of comparison with any other travels I‘ve made so far. All...
kitesurfing challenge in Kalpitiya lagoon kite spot
Kalpitiya lagoon kitesurfing spot : Alejandro´s challenge Alejandro is an argentinian guy who is travelling around the world and he is now willing to change his life through kitesurfing. In Margarita kite school we are very lucky to have hosted...