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Kitesurfing calendar: late 2026
Kitesurfing competition windows for late 2026, with official event links and clear status. Dates checked on 16 October; schedules can change.
CompetitionsKitesurfing competitions explained
Kiteboarding makes much more sense once you know what the riders are trying to win. Start with the discipline, then the event and its rules.
LearnWhat does kitesurfing actually cost?
Plan a kitesurfing budget with dated UK lesson prices, a complete equipment checklist and the costs of coaching, travel and ownership.
Spots & TravelDakhla kitesurfing: choose your lagoon base
Dakhla makes sense when riding is the reason for the trip. Choose your lagoon base around instruction, launch conditions and the support you actually need.
Spots & TravelFuerteventura kitesurfing: north or south?
Fuerteventura offers very different kite trips in the north and south. Pick your base before choosing a hotel, and check what the wind means at your beach.
GearChoose your first kitesurfing setup
Understand your first kitesurfing setup: kite, bar, board, harness, compatibility, new versus used equipment and care.
ExploreKitesurfing, with a clearer way in
Practical kitesurfing guides for learning, progression, spots, equipment, riders and competitions. Find your next useful step.
RidersJesse Richman: big air, Maui and two King of the Air wins
Jesse Richman connects the Maui waterman tradition with the early years of modern big air. His 2013 and 2020 King of the Air wins are a good place to start.
CompetitionsRed Bull King of the Air: how to follow it
Huge jumps are easy to enjoy. Understanding the format, judging and weather window makes King of the Air much more interesting to watch.
LearnLearn kitesurfing, from the first lesson
Learn how kitesurfing lessons work, the skills to build, what to budget and when to buy equipment. A practical beginner pathway.
LearnChoose kitesurfing lessons that make sense
Compare kitesurfing lessons by tuition time, instructor ratio, equipment, rescue arrangements and weather terms before booking.
Spots & TravelMauritius kitesurfing: plan your Le Morne trip
Le Morne puts a learning lagoon and serious reef waves close together. Your trip should be built around the water you can ride comfortably.
ProgressA progression plan for your next sessions
Find your next kitesurfing skill, from repeatable waterstarts to upwind riding, transitions and a discipline-specific coaching plan.
RidersKitesurfing riders worth knowing
Start with the riding you love watching. Big air, waves, freestyle and racing each have their own athletes, history and competitive standards.
LearnSnowkiting: start with the terrain
An introduction to snowkiting, equipment, lessons and the differences between managed teaching terrain, ice and mountain riding.
Spots & TravelSotavento kitesurfing: lagoon, tides and ocean
The lagoon is the famous picture. The tide timetable, wind direction and rescue plan are what make a Sotavento session work.
Spots & TravelFind your next kitesurfing spot
Choose the conditions you need first. Then find the place that fits your level, your dates and the people coming with you.
ProgressRide upwind without fighting the board
Understand upwind kitesurfing: planing speed, gradual edging, stance and common problems. Use this guide alongside practical coaching.
GearBuying used kite gear: the checks that matter
Check used kiteboarding equipment before buying: model history, condition, compatibility, missing parts, repairs and seller questions.
ProgressThe kitesurfing waterstart, explained
Understand the kitesurfing waterstart, its prerequisites and common mistakes. A practical companion to qualified instruction.
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