Kiteboarding can be learned relatively quickly and safely when the right steps and instructions are followed.Kiteboarding is an amazing wind sport that is capturing the attention of a wide range of people: Young, old, men, women, competitive athletes, and simple everyday people looking for an adventure.Almost anyone with the desire and willingness can learn.The speed in which you learn will vary person to person.

Always remember it is your journey so take your time and do not let unrealistic expectations frustrate you. You may be up and flying in a week, or you may be trying to figure this thing out for a month.The amount of time and your background in sailing, wakeboarding, surfing, and snowboarding will all play a role in how quickly you learn.Some people start with no athletic background, board skills, or experience in wind sports.No matter what your background, you can do it.That deserves a compliment right there.

Remember, like any sport, watching an experienced kiteboarder will make the sport look easy and in some cases almost effortless, but that is not where they started.Yes, there are a few naturally gifted people who, with the right background and exposure to certain sports, may learn extremely fast.But for the average person, learning to kiteboard safely and responsibly is more like a journey than a day trip to paradise beach.So brace yourself, get amped, and get ready to enjoy the ride.

Minimize the Risk Factor.Unlike learning to water ski or wakeboard, kiteboarding comes with a greater and more uncontrolled risk of injury, frustration, and most importantly if not done right could put other people around you in danger. A good certified instructor will greatly minimize the risk and will teach you how to properly and safely handle your gear.With kiteboarding not only will you be learning kiteboarding skills but just as important, you must learn how to evaluate your location, the weather, and how other activities around you will effective your session.Safety should always be a top priority for you, your fellow kiters, and other people who are out enjoying the beach.So don’t shortcut this step.Be smart and be responsible.

Read 4 Steps to Getting Started Kiteboarding

Today there are a lot of different kites on the market. Most major brands offer great quality kites. What’s the separating factor?  Warranty can be one thing that separates the different brands. So always check into what type of warranty comes with the kite you buy.When investigating the different kites, you will most likely invest in a solid "do all / free-ride" kite. Two examples of these would be Best Kiteboarding's Kahoona and TS. These kites will allow a person to go far beyond just an entry level experience. Each major manufacturer will offer a kite in this category.

Which Size Kite Should You Buy?

The kite model may impact the size. For example, a Kahoona is known for its low-end power and slower turning action. In some cases this may allow you to drop down a size or two, which may save you some money.The TS on the other hand has less low-end power, but has a quicker action and more agility, so the size will may need to be a little larger than the Kahoona.

For the average adult a core size kite will be between 10m to 13m. The three primary factors that will impact which kite size to purchase are: your weight, the average wind speeds where you will be flying, and the board size you will be shredding the waters with.

If you are thinking of learning how to kiteboard, taking lessons before purchasing a kite is a smart choice. This will save you the frustration from buying something that is not a good match for your personality, ability, riding conditions, and your weight.If you are interested in learning how to kiteboard or kitesurf, a good instructor will help you navigate and understand the best options for purchasing gear.

With kiteboarding, you start with a core size that will be optimal for your average wind conditions and weight. Then, as you advance, you may invest in a smaller kite for higher winds and a larger kite that is optimal for light winds. More skill is needed to fly in either direction from your core size kite. Too small of a kite makes it almost impossible to kiteboard with average winds, and a large kite in low winds can be difficult to manage. However, most importantly, too large of a kite for the conditions, experience, and size of the rider can be extremely dangerous. As you progress, you may add a kite or two to your quiver.

The right combination of kite and board can make for a good balance. I would rather see people start with a larger board and a little smaller kite.

Let me know if you have any other questions.We are always happy to help.

The All New Rush Pro V is here!  This kite series replaces the older Rush Pro IV 250, 300, and 350.

The Rush Pro V is a 3 line re-launchable trainer kite.  HQ has totally rebuilt it from the ground up! The Rush Pro V is  designed to take all the punishment a new flyer, higher winds, beginning snow kiters and land kiters can dish out. You could say it is designed to be bomb proof. When you're beginning, power crashing is one thing that happens while you're learning.  So this sturdier model takes a beating and keeps on ticking.

When we received the newly released kites, we immediately took them out for a trial run.They are absolutely fantastic!

Here are 6 changes that stood out right away from the older model Rush Pro IV trainer kites:

1. A rugged, more compact carrying case
2. The kite is made of a strong tear resistant and durable sail fabric
3. A huge improvement is the addition of re-enforced baffles with cross webbing and additional stitching.This provides a significant amount of strength and toughness.
4. Increased line strength. The new Rush Pro V 250 and 300 both come with 385 lb test on the outside lines versus the Rush Pro IV that had 250 lb test on the outside lines.The Rush Pro V 350 comes with 485 lb test outside lines.
5. Dyneema bridles are sewn and not connected by knots. This will reduce snags and tangling, making the kite all the more user friendly.Oh Ya that’s good!
   
6. Cool graphics offer a nicer look.

Our conclusion after flying the Rush Pro V 250, 300, and 350 is a notable improved construction of the kites. Each size offers a smooth, extremely stable, and responsive flying experience that both beginners and experienced fliers will enjoy.

The additional strength in the stitching and additional cross cell re-enforcement will greatly reduce the risk of blowing out the cell walls and tears.This will make the Rush a better contender for beginning landboarders and snow kiters as well.

The Rush Pro V trainer kite series offers amazing performance for anyone looking to learn how to kiteboard, snow kite, or landboard.The Rush kites have always been a favorite amongst our many customers.

The bottom line is the Rush Pro V 250, 300, and 350 are all excellent trainer kites to begin learning and mastering flying skills.This kite offers great performance and will help prepare you for flying a full size kite as you learn how to kiteboard.

Our new look hasn't sidetracked us from our awesome customers though, because we've kept all the great instructional information that we're known for. Our goal was to make it easier for you to get to the information you're looking for, plus to expand our product offerings for those of you who are beyond the "trainer" level. We want to be your ultimate source for information and gear as you progress on your kiting journey. We don't want to leave you hanging :)

We hope you enjoy the new look. Send us your feedback, we'd love to hear it ;)