North Kiteboarding 2020 kiteboarding gear has landed in Cape Town.
The new look North’s first kites and boards have finally arrived in Cape Town. Contact the official North Kiteboarding dealer in Cape Town for more info.
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If you’ve visited Cape Town during spring to late summer for more than a week, you’ve most likely met the South Easter wind. It starts blowing by the end of August and does not really stop until March. It reaches its peak in November and December.
Winds of up to 160km/h have been recorded around the Table Bay area. Terrible news for a lady trying to keep her hairdo in immaculate order, but music to the ears of kitesurfers who have travelled from around the world to experience it. During the high wind season kitesurfers flock to Cape Town to conquer the infamous South Easter.
Four passionate Cape Townians decided that this famous wind is the perfect name for their locally produced kites. South Easter is a unique kite brand designed and made in South Africa. The company was started in 2016 by Olaf Marting, Chris Krafft, Michi Dachsberger, and Delton Alexander.
Olaf Marting was the South African agent for North Kiteboarding until he decided to focus his attention on the new South Easter brand. His passion for kitesurfing dates back to 2004, which is basically since the inception of Kitesurfing. Olaf holds two kitesurfing records, both achieved during the Walvis Bay Speed Challenge World Record Chase, which was hosted in his homeland Namibia. In 2004 he recorded a speed of 41.67 knots and 41.79 knots in 2005.
Olaf has incredible insight into the South African and international kitesurfing scene, more than anyone we have interviewed before. He is a design engineer by profession and is responsible for the kite’s technical aspects and design. Under Olaf’s supervision South Easter uses the latest technology available to push their kites as far as possible.
Christ Krafft brings years of business and management knowledge to his role as the captain of the ship. He makes sure that the passion for the sport of kitesurfing and kite design, which is overflowing in the team, is steered in the right direction and all the i’s are dotted and t’s are crossed.
Michi Dachsberger has over 40 years’ experience in sail making. He started his journey in the sailing industry at age 17, when he started repairing windsurfing sails in a windsurfing loft in his Austrian hometown. This experience and his immense focus on detail and perfection means that the kites South Easter are producing have been monitored for quality and design at every step of the process.
Delton Alexander has 25 years’ experience in the textile industry and oversees the kite production.
Olaf’s wife, Marica Marting, is a textile expert and has joined the South Easter team to bring her textile and fabric expertise to the team. She has expanded the South Easter offering into bags and accessories from the recycled materials of old kites.
Every member of the lead team exudes passion for their product and this is why we are confident that South Easter kites are going to be a force to reckoned with in the South African and international kitesurfing scene as they keep delivering amazing products to the market.
Cape Town’s Western seaboard is to kitesurfers what Hawaii is to surfers. It’s rated a world-class destination for people serious about kitesurfing. Not only do riders from across the globe travel to Cape Town on a pilgrimage to conquer the mighty South Easter – the world’s best kitesurfing brands bring their test teams and new equipment to Cape Town. Here they can stress test and optimise their products in our epic conditions.
The South Easter team realised they are sitting on a kite design testing gem by being located on the doorstep of one of the world’s best kitesurfing spots. Building and designing a kite in Cape Town reduces the lag time between design, manufacture, testing and tweaking down to hours and minutes rather than weeks and months. Imagine building a kite, driving down the road, testing it out, and tweaking it – all within a few hours.
Instead of competing with the mass-produced kites of the Chinese factories, they aim to create a uniquely South African product designed and built right here in Cape Town.
One of the biggest benefits of locally producing a kite, is the immense job creation opportunities – currently the South Easter brand employs 18 staff. Many of these workers were unemployed in South Africa’s floundering textile industry before they became part of this exciting new initiative. The staff have been meticulously trained in how to build and produce kites to South Easter’s high standards. The company and management team know that it is a massive responsibility to their staff to make their company and business a success, but we could feel the comradery in their exciting enterprise.
South Easter has created a staff trust, with 10% of their profits being allocated to help their staff members build a better future for their families.
The company has the core belief of making kitesurfing more accessible to our youth and host a number of community kitesurfing days, such as their project to teach the kids from Milnerton High to master the waves. They are also looking for worthy local kitesurfing talent to sponsor and represent the brand, such as Lauren Mia Pearce who they believe represent the kitesurfing ideals South Easter holds true to.
By controlling both the design and production process, South Easter is able to cut out the middleman and reduce their supply chain costs. By dealing directly with the fabric and material providers the company can reduce the mark-up placed on the production stages of the kites. The direct contact with the suppliers also gives them access to the most technically-advanced fabrics and best technology on offer.
A normal kite production supply chain looks like this:
Fabric and Material Supplier-> Chinese Factory -> Kitesurfing Brand and Design -> International Shipping and Tariffs -> Local Kite Store-> Kitesurfer
At each stage a mark-up and profit needs to be made which adds to the final price the kitesurfer has to pay.
South Easter’s supply chain looks something like this
Fabric and Material Supplier -> South Easter Kiteboarding -> Kitesurfer
South Easter Kitesurfing is also partnering with some of your favourite local kite stores, so stay tuned.
The South Easter’s Onyx II is up to 20% cheaper than the nearest competitor. This is achieved by a more direct production chain as mentioned, import duties on raw supplies rather than a finished product, and their local partners.
One of the company’s core beliefs is to produce a kite with a longer lifespan. They do this through their longevity-focused design and production plus being able to use more expensive and technical materials from the suppliers, due to their cost saving supply chain.
An example of this is the Teufelberger Dynema SK 95 620dkN Brake Loadlines South Easter has chosen to use for their kites. These lines offer a higher break load than normally offered on kites and has a very low stretch factor, one of the lowest in the industry. What this means for you is that your kite will keep flying at its optimum performance for longer.
Each member of the South Easter team brings his own special skill set to the mix. Together they create a dynamic team that is set to change the kitesurfing industry for good. They see themselves as disruptors, dreamers, and innovators.
The kitesurfing community share a common love of the water, wind and waves. South Easter aims to produce kites that embrace these three elements to provide the ultimate experience to a kitesurfing fanatic.
From the raw material to the end-product, every design and manufacturing step is completed in-house. Each kite undergoes a meticulous production process, with 230 checkpoints and it takes two weeks to manufacture one kite.
South Easter also offers some unique options when buying your new kite. You can trade in your old kite and they will use it to produce shopping bags and laptop covers. You can also specify the colours and design of your Onyx kite if you have the knowledge and CAD abilities.
Look out for their own little unique touches, such as the factory coordinates printed on the side of the kite and a little Table Mountain icon as a stamp of being proudly produced in South Africa.
2018/2019 is the second season that the South Easter’s Onyx II has been on the market. Originally, they focused on the popular sizes of 7, 9, and 12 meters. But have now added 6, 8, and 10 meters to the range as well.
You can order your kite from the South Easter online store. Or phone the factory to make an appointment if you want to pop in to see the factory and choose your kite.
Visit southeasterkites.com for more information.
Cape Town is an epic adventure destination for kitesurfers. There are tons of great spots to explore and test your skills in the mighty Cape of Storms waters. It’s great if you can find accommodation within walking distance from the beach, but the rest of the time you will need a car with a sturdy roof rack to transport your board.
Luckily there are cheap car rental companies that offer roof racks as extras in Cape Town. But you don’t want to pay an arm and a leg just to travel down to the beach, so we’ve hunted down a few affordable car rental companies for you to consider.
You don’t need a fancy car to transport you to the beach. There are car rental companies that specialize in cheaper rentals.
30 Marine Drive, Paarden Eiland
www.rentacheapie.co.za | +27 (021) 510 2808
RentaCheapie was established in 2006. It started out with a friendly exchange between neighbours. From the first cheapie Golf being hired out for R100 per day as a favour, it soon grew into three old Chico Golfs, rented out from a double garage. Soon word got out, and more and more kite and wind surfing travellers booked a cheapie for their beachside holiday.
Random fact, in Paris the Chico Golf is a bit of a fashion statement. Cheap and reliable is back in fashion! The fleet grew from 3 to 50 cars. The RentaCheapie team is almost like a close-knit family, with great job creation for 30 staff members. Just over ten years later, they have over 350 vehicles in their fleet, and their prices are still close to R100 per day. The cars range from the budget Chico Golfs, to 4×4 Toyota Landcruisers. Additional services include vehicle cover and 24/7 roadside assistance.
37c Stella Road, Montague Gardens, Montague Gardens, 7441
www.summitcarhire.co.za | +27 (021) 007 1365
This is a great option for cash car hire in Cape Town. They offer both one day and monthly options. The company was started after noticing that there was a need in the market for offering affordable car hire, without requiring your credit card to kick off your holiday.
The fleet started with only two cars and has now grown to over 200 vehicles. Rental options range from affordable cars, to bakkies and busses (7 and 10 seaters). It’s located conveniently close to the Montague Gardens MyCiti bus terminal, so you can travel here effortlessly from the airport. Comprehensive insurance cover is included in the rental price. Extras include baby chairs, GPS units, and roof racks.
Engen Garage, 194 Upper Buitenkant street, Vredehoek
www.funcar.co.za | +(27) 73 442 4273
Fun Car Hire was started over a decade ago. They now have a fleet of more than 50 cars. It’s a family business with a great personal touch. Their speciality is the classic Beetles. Other affordable old cars include the Mazda Sting and Citi Golf. But they also offer more modern models such as the Kia Picanto, Jeep Cherokee and Mercedes Benz.
Older cars do have the possibility of giving you possible hiccups along the way, but their 24/7 roadside assistance means that you don’t have to worry about getting stranded. Remember to treat the classics with TLC to ensure that you have an enjoyable rental experience.
Whether you decide to book one of the older models or ride in style with a more modern model, hiring a car for your kitesurfing holiday is definitely worth it. The independence a rental car gives you is a big bonus!
How does nine months of reliable wind, good weather and epic waves sound to you? Brazil‘s Atlantic coast is a kitesurfer’s dream come true. If you want to challenge yourself with a combo of perfect conditions, physical exertion, and technical know-how – book your ticket to Brazil now.
Not only is the weather amazing from June until the end of December, the water is on average a delightful 28 degrees. You can hunt down the wind if it’s not so good at your current spot. The more North you go, the better the kiteboarding conditions. Here’s a list of the best spots we recommend for kitesurfing in Brazil.
This little beachside village used to be a quiet fishing hamlet. Until the 80’s when word got out about how lovely it is. Now the place gets swamped in season by holiday-goers and surfers alike. The kiteboarding on the main beach is a bit limited at times because of its popularity. If you travel a little bit further to Preá, about 15km (9.3 miles) down the coast, you can indulge in a quieter surfing session.
When visiting Atins you’ve reached one of the Top 4 Kiteboarding flatwater spots worldwide. It is situated in a river delta by the sea, with an amazing national park on its doorstep. You can keep yourself busy for days here, with various types of conditions to choose from. Play around on the river delta’s flat water, explore the unique shallow lagoons formed between the dunes, or challenge yourself on the choppy waves of the open sea. Atins is a small fishing village that has been transformed into a kitesurfing hub, with a number of quaint Atins kitesurfing guest houses and pousadas. The conditions are perfect. It offers you constant cross-shore winds, access to shallow warm waters, and endless flat waters. Visit in the windy season from July to January and you can enjoy winds between 15 to 30 knots.
During the rainy season from November to May (with the peak rainfall in December to February) the sand dunes are transformed into a kiteboarding paradise. The little dips and valleys between the dunes are filled up with freshwater, creating seasonal lagoons. This happens because the rocks beneath the sand prevents the water from draining. The desert was declared a protected area in 1981, it’s 383,000-acre (155,000 ha) in total, with 70 km (43 mi) of coastline.
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Reaching this idyllic spot is worth the effort. It’s 250km (155 miles) West of Jericoacoara, another challenging spot to get to. The little sleepy town is perfect for serious kiters. The seawater lagoons are ideal to become better acquainted with the sport. And it can still provide enough challenges for the pros to enjoy it as well. The wind blows at a constant 18 to 28 knots. And next to the stunning lagoons you can lounge on the silky soft sand.
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It’s one of the top kiting resorts of the country. This one can be reached effortlessly, it’s only a 30-minute drive from the international airport in Fortaleza. Get ready for plenty of kitesurfing and socialising – the well-developed infrastructure includes kit shops, and schools hosting courses. With the wind always blowing, you can harness the beauty of the tranquil sea lagoons.
The best Brazilian kitesurfing beaches are on the North-East side of the country. But if you are visiting Rio de Janeiro you can also work in a few good surfing sessions. This 17 km (10.6 mile) beach is part of the city’s west zone. On the weekends and in the holiday season you will spot a cloud of kites on the picture-perfect blue ocean. You can easily reach it by taxi from Ipanema or Copacabana. Along the beach you will find spots to rent kites as well as a few training schools.
Peak kiteboarding season at this spot is from November to January. The quaint little town has a great laid-back, rustic vibe to it. There are four beaches to choose from. The main one is sandy and flat, offering you clear shallows at low tide. The other ones offer you great wave-riding and jump opportunities.
Also known as ‘little Icaraí do Amontada’. The six kilometres (3.7 miles) of beach will provide you with peaceful, perfect kiting conditions. This spot is less crowded as some of the other highly popular Brazilian kiteboarding options. It’s ideal for surfers who want to play hard in the waves during the day and relax just as hard in the evenings. You can expect winds of up to 30 knots. It gets even stronger and blusterier in the afternoons. To the South you will find great flat areas and to the North there are great bumps and jumps to enjoy. The Northward beaches are much less known, discoveries waiting to happen.
Another lesser-known spot, up the coast to the north of Fortaleza. The small fishing village is a favourite of wave junkies, with the waves hitting the two metres (6.6 feet) high mark. Serious boarders can hit the bay to bag a new trick or two, and the flat-water riders can head to the lagoon. Keep your camera ready for epic photos of Brazil at its best!
Brazil boasts with some of the best wind conditions found around the world. Here you can pick and choose between the sea, lagoons, and lakes. There’s a constant wind in the North-East of Brazil. Enjoy breath-taking sunsets over the Atlantic Ocean after a day of rewarding kitesurfing in great conditions.
The Cabrinha Kiteboarding 2019 launch is almost upon us, and in this video we get the first taste of what is to come.
The video shows some great news colours, a new foil ecosystem – Hi:Rise, a new kite called the Moto, some new surfboard shapes and new premium bindings.
The video only offers a taste of what is to come and we cannot wait to see more.
The full launch happens on the 14th of August 2019, so keep coming back for more snippets before then. 4 Days to go!
There’s a new app in town for kitesurfing fanatics. We all know that once people get hooked on a new sport, they go a little bit nuts over it. Well, now you have the chance to share your passion with like-minded people.
Not only do you get to surf the best waves, you get to make new friends while doing it! The app is the brainchild of Lukas Reusch and Max Fischer, both epic kitesurfers. One of the features of the app that they are most proud of, is the live spot communication. Want to find other people that also enjoy your favorite kitesurfing spots? Simply search for a spot, mark it as your favorite, and voila, you become part of the community.
You can also subscribe to notifications about your favorite spots for up to date information. If you can’t find the spot you love, you can add it to the map to introduce it to other kitesurfers from around the world. Add a few tips or images about the place or share an on-the-fly spot report.
Sure, you can check a weather app for the daily forecast. Or maybe you are lucky and there’s a webcam set up at your favorite kitesurfing spot. But the best way to get the most reliable information about the weather, surfing conditions, and state of the waves – is from someone kitesurfing at your spot. The Kitecloud app is all about building a supportive community for kitesurfers. By sharing information with fellow kitesurfers, everybody’s experience of the sport is enhanced.
An on-the-fly spot report will offer you live-time information about the weather conditions, wind intensity, and wave quality. It will also provide you with an indication of how many people are currently kitesurfing at a specific spot. You can also add your own picture or video.
Once you really get into kitesurfing, you are bound to start dreaming about traveling to awesome spots around the world. And you will most definitely need awesome people from all over the globe to tell you where you should and shouldn’t kitesurf. While travelling you don’t want to waste your time (or money) on the wrong places.
With the Kitecloud app you can instantly find the best kitesurfing spots all around the world. Use the spot-map, type in the city or village you will be visiting, and the nearest kitesurfing spots will pop up. Once you’ve added it to your favorite spots, you can start chatting to people that have kitesurfed at the specific spot. Remember to activate the notifications so you can constantly stay in the loop. And you can use the app in a language you are comfortable with. The language options include English, German, Spanish, French and Russian.
Nobody likes missing out on a good kitesurfing session. FOMO is real! With the Kitecloud app you never have to worry about that again. And you can feel like a real VIP as part of a worldwide social network specifically for kitesurfers! Not only can you get live updates of your favorite kitesurfing spots around the world, you can share your experiences with other kitesurfers.
Plus, you can plan sessions with potential new friends in a foreign country, create car pools for kitesurfing trips. And you can find out who feels like grabbing a beer after the session. It’s a great way to immerse yourself in a country you are travelling to; ask a local to give you some tips on activities, the kite-spot options in the area, or kite-schools.
So, what are you waiting for? Join the coolest community ever!
Download the app now on Google Play storeand the iTunes store.
Cape Town was known by mariners because the Cape of Storms. During winter huge surges water smash their way onto (as well as over) among the most beautiful seaside walkways on earth. The Atlantic coastline outside Cape Town is fabulously attractive – however in winter it’s an issue to acknowledge exactly how stunningly, mindbreakingly wonderful it can be under the summer sun.
Cape Town advantages from a Mediterranean climate which makes the winters cold and wet along with the summers absolutely glorious. And once visitors arrive in the summer the Cape delivers probably the most wonderful vistas and weather in the world.
To top it well beaches are spectacular. It is a place which includes year in and year out received recognition as the most wonderful beach and surf destinations in the world.
What visitors might not realize is the fact Cape Town is a lot more than others wonderful pictures that this tourist brochures show. That’s the Atlantic seaboard. The beaches are fabulous – among the best worldwide. The Atlantic Ocean washes on shores that happen to be pristine pristine along with the connection with simply lying there beneath the African sun can be something that will never be forgotten.
However there’s another coast (keep in mind that Cape Town is with a peninsula which has two oceans that lap at its edges), one where the Indian Ocean offers another (and warmer) experience.
So – what are the best beaches to have if you arrive in Cape Town?
First let’s take a look at the Atlantic seaboard.
This is certainly undoubtedly Cape Town’s trump card. The beaches have exceptionally pristine white sand, they’re sheltered as well as the ocean is magnificent. The process is it’s also cold. Extremely so. As inviting as that ocean looks there’s a good reason the surfers wear wet suits. That water sweeps in in the arctic. However – if you’re wanting to get that sun bronzed African tan there is a couple of beaches that you should look at.
#1 Clifton.
Certainly just about the most beautiful beaches on the planet. And you’ve got a choice of places to place your towel down. Clifton has three choices – each using their own distinct personality. First beach is made for families due to the easy accessibility through the parking areas. Second beach might be accessed via the stairs – but be ready for a certain amount of exercise. Here is where the bronzed beauties spend time. Third beach is the place where locals spend time – smaller compared to the other two – but definitely worth the effort.
There’s a fourth beach if you are like a bit of a stroll – and its fabulous. For reasons unknown, maybe distance many people ignore the possibilities of this beach which lets you just relax from the crowds.
#2 Camps Bay.
Miles of sparkling pristine and easy access (about 10 foot) from your road. A fantastic beach with as much space as you may want. If you are searching for any beach that will permit your children to work free this is basically the location for you. Quick access to restaurants and great people watching this can be a beach that Capetonians love. You are going to not get a more attractive stretch of sand elsewhere in the world. Parking is surely an issue in high season – but wow! It’s really worth the walk from a couple of blocks away.
#3 Glen Beach.
Sandwiched between Camps Bay and Clifton can be a small, but perfectly formed beach that is a local secret. Ask a Capetonian and they’ll direct anyone to this stretch of sand. It’s the haunt of surfers and people in the know. A wonderful place to just chill out and relax Glen Beach is ideal for those who just want to chill out.
#4 5 Mile Beach.
If you wish to give that rental car a little bit of exercise you are able to head for Cape Point along the coast road (and some of the best views on earth) on the way you are going to turn a mild corner and see a stretch of beach that is certainly almost unrivaled. This can be 5 mile beach in Noordhoek. There is absolutely no way this beach is ever getting crowded. It’s enormous. The Atlantic Ocean kisses miles and miles of pristine white sand. You should work with a horse, because this is a beach that is perfect for galloping.
#5 Muizenberg.
Swing over the peninsula and you’ll attend the foot in the much warmer Indian Ocean. Muizenberg boasts exactly the same sparkling appeal in the Atlantic beaches – however the ocean is warm. For this side from the Cape Peninsula you get access to great restaurants, fabulous sand and ideal salt water fun. Really worth the half an hour it will take to get rid of yourself from those tourist hordes that swamp Cape Town during the summer season. Recommended.
Swimming must be the initial watersport that’s been used since the beginning of time, however, presently there are newer, more extreme sports which have taken over the water and they’re becoming actual destination sports. By that we mean, people are actually taking vacations to far-away destinations simply to practice their best watersport in which the conditions and scenery are perfectly spectacular. Let’s examine among the most popular watersports of today, and the kinds of places their fans congregate.
Deep-sea Diving And Snorkeling Will Invariably Have Got A Following
Many people may feel that diving isn’t exactly an activity, but people who travel 1000s of miles to dive will all disagree. The wonderful wonder of looking at all of that nature provides around the reefs of the world will continue to draw in fans would wide.
The reefs from the Caribbean are fairly near The United States and will offer some of the best diving and snorkeling that can be found. Off of the coast of Honduras, there are two great islands called Utila and Roatan that provide deep-sea diving classes and certification at a very reduced price.
You can remain at one of many backpacker hostels for as low as $10 per night whilst you take your daily classes on the world recognized diving schools, then spend the afternoons snorkeling. The incredible wonder of the reefs are accessible from shore, or you can rent boats or take trips to miles and miles of different parts of the reef. These beautiful Bay Islands are loaded with English and Spanish speakers to aid with every need you might desire.
Kiteboarding Is Probably The New Extreme Watersports That’s Rising
A lot of people haven’t actually heard about kiteboarding, however they may have seen one rather than known it. If you’ve seen a windsurfer, you get the standard idea, but a kiteboarder has a smaller board, similar to a snowboard with boots attached, and they get pulled such as a water skier with the kite.
The thing that makes this a fantastic sport is that the smaller boards are definitely more maneuverable for quicker turns, lighter hence they gain air while jumping, simple to drop by pulling a cord and plenty of fun to have an entire family. These day there are 1000s of resorts that are adding kiteboarding areas to enable them to attract the tourists in search of the best time. There, you’ll be able to take short classes concerning how to begin, be safe, and do tricks within a short time.
Other great reason why kiteboarding is so favored by the extreme watersports enthusiasts is the boards in addition to their kites are super easy to pack and undertake an airplane without extra charges. Anywhere there are water and wind they’re simple to operate, and because of recent improvements in technology, the game is now safe enough for the whole family to discover. The kiteboard is fairly inexpensive to obtain and straightforward to maintain.
Kiteboarding resorts are popping up in places like Baja California, Mexico, Grand Cayman Island in the Caribbean, and plenty of great places in the Philippines, Hawaii, and in many cases California as well.
Jet Skiing Is Actually A Perennial Favorite Of Many Enthusiasts
Jet skis have invariably been a thrilling time making use of their power and ability to fly from the waves. One huge advantage in the jet ski is its capability to be applied anywhere where there is water since it doesn’t rely on the wind. Which means that any lake, river or ocean location the allows them, might be a good place to go.
By not having traveling long distances to take pleasure from your watersport you get the cabability to go to the river on any free day you have providing you have your own personal equipment. Many places that happen to be popular, will also have rentals readily available for hourly or daily fees as well. As the sport may cost a little bit more upfront, the wide availability of water around the world causes them to be more usable every day.
If you’re into watersports there’s no reason at all why you should limit yourself to merely one. Some sports, like kiteboarding are fairly inexpensive to start, although some like snorkeling can be carried out for up to free. It is possible to head over to some places like the Honduras Bay Islands and take advantage of 2 or 3 of the very popular watersports all-in-one day if you possess the stamina.
Kiteboarding is much like windsurfing, if you’re knowledgeable about that, it possesses a smaller sail as well as the board is smaller, which makes it a lot easier to travel with to far destinations all over the world. You will still find lots of people that debate that is better between kiteboarding and windsurfing, we’ll look at some of the differences and look into the very best 5 Kiteboarding destinations as well.
It’s Simpler To Learn Kiteboarding Than Windsurfing
Both take the time to discover, and in case you don’t have time and effort it’s best that you just enroll in some lessons to speed things up. A kiteboard needs less wind to use and because it’s smaller it’s also quicker to maneuver for jumps and tricks. Also, as a consequence of it’s smaller size it is going to go faster, it’s easier to pack, much easier to haul, and to take with a plane.
Smaller size of the kiteboard means that there are much more enthusiasts making use of them when you get to far away destinations. Windsurfing boards a wide range of times very expensive to take on vacations, so they get left behind in favour of the kiteboard. Now that there are more safety measures and equipment, there are far more people than before taking on the game.
The Sport Now Welcomes Entire Families Including Kids
The smaller kiteboards that are offered for youngsters can help them begin a slower, easier to control board where they can learn all the basic maneuvers without having probability of injury. It’s now possible for entire families to experience the sport on kiteboarding vacations to exotic locations.
Considering that the kites are far cheaper than windsurfing equipment there is no reason why the whole family can’t get their own board. You can find new composite materials being invented for future years from the sport, but they’re not necessary to have fun and have fun.
You Will Find Awesome Destinations You May Go With Tepid Water And Plenty Of Wind
There will always be lots of disagreement around the the best places to kiteboard, but everyone will simply have to check out these places for their own reasons to choose.
Grand Cayman In The Cayman Islands
This is with the Caribbean Sea hence the water is a warm 80 F temperature year-round and the sky will probably be blue nearly every day. There are actually constant warm winds across the island and several bays to avoid to for tranquility at the same time. There may be a whole lot room that lots of countless boarders can all have plenty of space to themselves, pros or beginner alike. The Cayman islands are some of the safest places on the planet to experience crime free vacations without worries.
Maui, Hawaii is amongst the Most Commonly Known
The Hawaiian islands are an incredible place to view the sites while kiteboarding as the best thing about the islands is stunning. The wind is strong and ever present with very clean beaches, some areas have smooth water for fast sailing while other places have ample waves for jumping. There may be great food beachside because the main kiting beach opens at 11 AM you’ll have plenty of time for a few drinks plus some pit roasted pineapple pork prior to getting started.
Jupiter, Florida Is An Additional Great Home Grown Location
Jupiter is about the southeast coast of Florida and contains a great number of smooth, rough and wavy water conditions. The weather is great, water warm, lessons and rentals can be found too. There’s the beautiful Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse to check out within your spare time.
Cabarete, Dominican Republic Is Essential See
The nearby reef helps make the water conditions super smooth whilst the wind is blowing nicely. You may get up an excellent head of steam and extremely cover water, or visit the breaking waves a quick distance away and catch some air if you want to.
La Ventana, Baja California Mexico
La Ventana, the wind, is aptly named as the wind is definitely blowing here. The beach is large, water superb, and the weather conditions are most perfect in the fall, winter and spring months in the US. There is certainly snorkeling, diving, kayaking, and fishing all available with rentals and cabins nearby.
In the event you haven’t tried kiteboarding you should head over to any nearby location and rent a board. You’ll be very impressed at how quick it is actually to learn and fun it really is to accomplish. Then start scheduling your own personal vacations to check the waters worldwide.
