The Interview: Giel Vlugt

Giel Vlugt is one of the biggest names in the world of Big Air kiteboarding, having achieved a rapid rise to fame with his innovative tricks and hardworking approach! "Double G" brought some World Firsts to the sport, landing the first-ever double loop and pushing the trick selection in big air to new levels. In this exclusive interview, we catch up with Giel as he starts the new year chasing new heights with Team CORE!

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Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Loissin
Loissin

The region around Greifswald is beautiful, wide and still not very touristy. The Greifswalder Bay is a huge bay with no currents and home to several great kitesurfing spots. It's perfect for training and also good for foiling (if you stay out of shallow water) and not too crowded. The kitesurfing is not tide-dependant, and in the summertime, you'll have...

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Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Fortaleza
Fortaleza

Visit Brazil if you’re crazy about kitesurfing and can't get enough. Brazil offers a great and diverse selection of spots and consistent winds. In the small villages, you will find only fishermen and kitesurfers, so it’s easy to say that  “eat, sleep, kite repeat” applies pretty well for a Brazilian kitesurfing holiday. It’s hard not to forget about the rest...

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Kitesurfing Travel Guides - Martinique
Martinique

Martinique is a stunning place to visit, and for a good reason! Even though it’s not big, this 60x30 km island has loads on offer. The northern part is home to deep tropical forests, waterfalls, volcanoes, and black sands beaches with the river running through them, and the southern region is flatter with coconut trees and white sand beaches. The...

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Christian and Karine have been putting together the best kitesurfing technique guides in the business since our very first issue. There are hundreds of different kitesurfing tricks and tips to choose from including beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. Our kitesurfing technique section is easy to navigate and the perfect place to improve your knowledge before you hit the water.

Kitesurfing Technique - Double Back Loop Down Loop Transition
Kitesurfing Technique - Double Back Loop Down Loop Transition
Double Back Loop Down Loop Transition

This is a fine transition, and with the down loop pulling you out at the end, you’ll get a lovely surge of power and exit with as much speed as you took into it. Down loop transitions are all about having confidence with the kite, as you need to keep flying it throughout the move, so this will be your...

Kitesurfing Technique - Front Roll Tail Grab Board Off
Kitesurfing Technique - Front Roll Tail Grab Board Off
Front Roll Tail Grab Board Off

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Kitesurfing Technique - Double Back Loop to Toeside
Double Back Loop to Toeside

This jump really typifies what kiting is all about, both getting air and adding together moves, marrying them, adding parts on like a text bundle and coming out with something new and exciting. The constant challenge in kiting makes it fun, and combining skills that you already have makes it achievable. With this win-win in mind, let's ponder the killer...

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Kitesurfing Reviews

Take a look at all the latest and greatest kitesurfing reviews right here on our site. We've been testing and reviewing the latest kitesurfing equipment for years and our in depth kitesurfing reviews are revered the world over as being honest and up front. Easily find what you are looking for by browsing many categories or use our innovative search feature to find the right reviews you are looking for.

Kitesurfing Reviews - North Kiteboarding Scoop Mini 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - North Kiteboarding Scoop Mini 2024
North Kiteboarding Scoop Mini

When they embarked on the design process for the Scoop Mini, the goal was clear: create a board that excels in a specific task. The approach taken was to strip away anything unnecessary and focus solely on the essential elements. This led to the creation of the Scoop Mini, a high-performance kite foilboard designed for advanced riders who demand responsiveness...

Kitesurfing Reviews - Slingshot Crisis V4 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - Slingshot Crisis V4 2024
Slingshot Crisis V4

The Crisis V4 has been designed to be their go-to twin-tip board for any session, making it suitable for every rider. With a thinner Atomic Wood Core, the Crisis offers increased flexibility and forgiveness, catering to riders of all skill levels. Its single-concave hull ensures precise tracking and excellent upwind capabilities. To enhance durability and dampening, they have incorporated the...

Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Juice 2024
Kitesurfing Reviews - DUOTONE Juice 2024
DUOTONE Juice

In the realm of kiteboarding, the Juice by Duotone Kiteboarding reigns as the ultimate light wind companion for enthusiasts seeking to maximize their time on the water, regardless of less-than-ideal wind conditions. The Juice stands out as a pinnacle of performance and design, crafted through years of intense research and development fueled by the innovative Flex Struts technology. Featuring a...