INSTRUCTIONAL: Edging and Controling Speed
Whether you are trying to hold it down in overpowered conditions or drive upwind, here are some tips for having better control over your riding.
Category: Instructional
INSTRUCTIONAL: The Costs of Kiteboarding
Many people who may be interested in kiteboarding are turned away from the sport because of the initially large investment that it takes to get going as a kiteboarder.
INSTRUCTIONAL: Riding Toeside
Even for many seasoned riders, riding toeside seems to be an elusive skill, not because it’s hard to do, but because it’s hard to do well.
Aug 13, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
INSTRUCTIONAL: Unhook!
The truth about unhooking is that it’s not nearly as difficult as most people think it is.
Aug 11, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
Strapless Surfing: Getting to the Outside
Strapless riding is a great way to challenge yourself and have fun on even the flattest of days. One of the biggest challenges when riding strapless can be getting out past the waves.
Aug 05, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
VIDEO: TKB Trick Tips: Twin Tip Tack
The Twin Tip Tack is a great way to change directions without loosing any ground downwind and is basically a low backroll transition.
Jul 29, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
INSTRUCTIONAL: Where Does the Kite Leash Go?
Many kites ship with multiple options for where you should connect your safety leash, but it’s not always completely clear which attachment is the best for you.
Jul 28, 2010 | 2 comments | View Post
Take it to the Next Level: An Introduction to Kite Loops
When attempting a kite loop for the first time there are many things to consider, including kite size, kite type, board size, wind speed, and proper progression.
Jul 06, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
Off to the Rescue: Advanced Recoveries
Practice makes perfect and I cannot stress enough that you should take time to practice these techniques in controlled situations before you try to help someone in a real life.
Jun 22, 2010 | 3 comments | View Post
VIDEO: TKB Trick Tips: The Raley
The Raley is one of the easiest unhooked moves to do in kiteboarding and is a building block for many more advanced moves.
Jun 17, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
VIDEO: TKB Trick Tips: Back Roll to Revert
The Kiteboarder Magazine takes you through the Back Roll to Revert, a move that can easily add a bit of flair to your switch stance riding.
Jun 16, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
INSTRUCTIONAL: Off to the Rescue: Helping Riders in Trouble
Most of us have experienced seeing another rider whose kite is down and is having trouble relaunching. Here’s my question: Did you consider helping out, or did you just watch as the kiter thrashed around, thinking to yourself that they’ll be OK?
Mar 26, 2010 | 6 comments | View Post
The PUCKER Factor: How to Handle the Most Common Kitemares
“What do I do now?” As a kiter, you need to be mentally prepared for how you will react in different situations before they actually happen. Always be ready to activate your safety system and practice doing it so that you will know what to expect when you have to pull the trigger.
Mar 01, 2010 | 2 comments | View Post
WEATHER TO RIDE… OR NOT?
Kiteboarding gear is safer than ever yet incidents continue to happen, many times to seasoned riders. Experienced kiteboarders are all too often indifferent to weather hazards.
WORKBENCH: The Ultimate Kite Pump
No more kinked nozzle hoses. No more running back to your car for extra tools or repair materials. And best of all, no more bending over to pump up your kite!
Feb 23, 2010 | 4 comments | View Post
INSTRUCTIONAL SEQUENCE: Slim Chance
Why is this move called the Slim Chance? Because that’s your chance of pulling it off – slim! Master this one and you will be the envy of all others.
Feb 22, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
TKB STAND UP PADDLING INSTRUCTIONAL GUIDE
Since this is a magazine about kiteboarding, you may be asking yourself, “WHAT IS A STAND UP PADLEBOARDING INSTRUCTIONAL GUIDE DOING HERE?” Over the past year, it has become very obvious to us that a great majority of our readers either already have their own stand up paddling equipment, have given it a try, or are interested in getting into this rapidly growing sport.
Kite Fix Economics 101
So here is the situation… You lent your kite to your “buddy” and he went and landed it on a stick he didn’t see on the beach. Now your favorite 2007 kite has a two foot long tear down the middle of the canopy. So now what?
Jan 29, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
Get the Most from Your GoPro
The things that put week-long smiles on our faces are difficult to articulate to others, but with the help of a small digital camera that more and more kiters are using, you don’t have to explain yourself to others. You can show them.
Jan 28, 2010 | 2 comments | View Post
UNSTRAPPED TOESIDE JIBE MADE EASY
Many kiteboarders have discovered how much fun riding a surfboard-style directional board can be, but many of those who haven’t are intimidated by having to learn how to jibe. Fear not! It’s really not as hard as you might think it is.
Jan 13, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
ETIQUETTE: Why You Need to Be a Responsible Kiteboarder
It’s time to face a simple truth about kiteboarding: it’s growing, and local beaches everywhere are getting crowded. A few years ago, when it was rare to see more than 20 kiteboarders on the water together, there was almost always enough room for everyone to do their own thing and not bother anyone else
SLIM CHANCE Instructional Sequence
Why is this move called the Slim Chance? Because that’s your chance of pulling it off – slim! The Slim Chance (also known as a Front Mobe) is an inverted front roll with a backside 360. Master this one and you will be the envy of all others.
Jan 04, 2010 | 0 comments | View Post
DIAL IN YOUR CONTROL BAR
Your control bar is your connection to your kite. It’s how you control its steering and power, and it’s what transfers the power of the kite to you. Your bar is a relatively small piece of equipment, but it can ruin your session if it does not work right.
Dec 30, 2009 | 0 comments | View Post
SIMPLE SPINS: Add Some Variety to Jumps
Rotations are easy and they will add a lot of variety to your jumps, as you can spin frontside or backside for either one or multiple rotations. The key to rotations is all in your head, and we don’t mean your brain.
Dec 22, 2009 | 0 comments | View Post
JONESING TO JUMP: Basic Kiteboarding Jumps
Let’s face it – a lot of people want to get into kiteboarding so they can jump. You should learn how to stay upwind and do transitions before you start trying to jump, but we know that the reality is that you want to learn how to jump as soon as you are able to go 10 feet on a kiteboard.
LOOP THAT KITE: How to Kite Loop
The kite loop is one of the less technical tricks in kiteboarding. In fact, as a beginner, you might have looped your kite on accident, regretting the action as you were heading head first into the water! Looping your kite isn’t hard – they’re all about control and commitment, but you must also follow a few important key points to be successful.
Dec 14, 2009 | 0 comments | View Post
