Entry Level Kiteboarding Kites

Which Beginner or Entry-Level Kiteboarding Kite?

** Note there is a chart below that summarizes some of the features of each kite **

Beginner Depower/Sheetable Kites for Learning Kiteboarding  ($600-$1,800)

A beginner kite can mean different things to different people.  Let's break these kites into four different groups based on conversations we have had with our customers and their interests.

Group #1 - I don't know much...

but I would like to buy a practice kite that rigs and flies like a full-size kite.  I would like to learn flying skills on land but also get in the water and try some things.

Kites to consider:  Flysurfer Viron  -  Ozone Uno   - See the Chart Below

 Ocean Rodeo React   - (This is not in our chart below)

Group #2  - I took lessons but I am not ready for a full size kite yet...

I don't want a little trainer kite.  I want to practice and get my flying skills down and I want to practice water relaunch the same as the full-size kites.  I also want to body drag and practice body dragging up-wind. And, if I could practice getting up on a board, that would be a bonus.   I am not planning on getting into the sport right away.  It may be 6 months or a year from now, but when I do, I would like to be ready.

Kites to consider:  Flysurfer Viron and Ozone Uno

Group #3 - I am ready to dive in - Game On!

Yes, I've taken lessons and I'm ready to invest in the full package.  I'm on a dedicated track to learn kiteboarding.

Kites to consider:  Eleveight RS - Freeride / Do all Kite (or other kites in this class)

Group #4 - I have a daughter, son, wife, husband, or friend... 

that will be flying this kite.  I would like a 4-line depower kite that is going to fly well in lighter to moderate winds that they can get up and riding on.  But, I don't want the kite to be too large or overpowering.  It needs to be simple and easy to learn with.

Kites to consider:  Flysurfer Viron or Ozone Uno

These are just a few general considerations.  A person's weight, background, wind conditions, and environment will all play a role in the type of kite and the size of the kite you will choose.