If you know you will be kiting mostly in light wind, move the sizes up 1 or 2. For most people, a 9,12m or 7,9,12m set up is a good start and covers a big wind range. It also depends if you want to buy a 2 or 3 kite setup. When choosing your kite size you should think about where you will be kitesurfing the most and what the prevailing wind conditions are at this spot. With straps, you will decrease the risk of breaking a leg when crashing a trick.
You don´t benefit from riding boots unless you start freestyle tricks. In our opinion we recommend beginners to stick to riding with straps. Some people prefer stiffer over more flexible boards and therefore it is vital to know and have tried the board in various conditions before you buy. Most importantly, you should try the board if you get the chance to. They have a moderate rocker and flex, therefore making it a forgiving board in almost all conditions. Without going too much into detail, most kite brands categorize their boards and as a beginner kitesurfer, a board from the category Freeride or Allrounder will be a good choice for you. Boards have different shapes, rocker, flex and stiffness. These are definitely big boards for our sizes, but we prefer it as it is great for light wind days and getting a powered up feeling for jumps and tricks. Brendan is 175cm, 63kg and rides a 139x41.5 cm. As a reference, I am 168cm, 53kg and ride a 137x41 cm board.
Personally, we have also found that a slightly larger board will help you jump higher and progress faster as an intermediate and advanced kitesurfer, as it can build up more pressure for your jumps. In general, try to go with a bigger board in the beginning, as it will make it easier to ride upwind in lighter winds. A 2m guy does need a bigger board then a 1.5m kite chica :) Board sizes range from 130cm to 165cm, for normal freeride kitesurfing in moderate wind conditions you will be looking at board sizes between 133cm - 145cm depending on your size and weight. Your board size depends on your weight and size. As harnesses are not too expensive, it is always possible to buy a different one later on if you do feel you have issues or pain when kitesurfing. If you have the chance to test different ones in action, do it! If not, go with the one that feels most comfortable to you. Even if you only want to buy one piece of equipment and keep renting, we recommend buying your own harness. When buying your own equipment, start with buying a harness that truly fits you. And buying a whole set of kites is quite an investment, so you really want to be sure to buy right the first time. So while listening to more experienced kitesurfers about their recommendations is definitely beneficial and helpful, it is important that you find the kite, board and harness that fits you and you are happy with! Because in the end you are going to spend hours with this equipment on the water and you want to come home with a smile on your face. There is not the one right brand that fits all, but it really comes down to personal choice. Some are more expensive, some more affordable and they are all good in their own way. There are many different brands for kitesurfing equipment out there. This guide should help you to avoid some mistakes when buying your first kitesurfing material and help you make a decision that is most suitable for you. The kit will generally be paid for in advance as well.Buying your own first set of kitesurfing equipment is a big step for most people and the decision can be hard to make on which brand and model to buy. If you’re not within sensible driving distance The Kitesurf Centre can organise to collect your equipment from your chosen address and have it shipped to the shop. We can collect your kitesuring kit, equipment & gear by courier It’s a small industry and most the kitesurfers are our friends as well as customers. If we think you’ll get a better price selling it privately or if it’s not worth selling, then we’ll let you know, we won’t rip you off. The Kitesurf Centre has been offering fair prices on used kitesurfing equipment for the past 15 years. The centre will not be beaten on price, so if you do get a better offer elsewhere, provide the details and we’ll be sure to improve on it. The Kitesurf Centre offers instant quotes on the equipment you’re looking to sell or part exchange and offer cash or the value of the equipment against a new order. Sell or Part Exchange Kite & Water Sports Equipment in the UKĪre you looking to sell kitesurfing kit, gear & equipment? If so, you’ve come to the right place.
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