The downloop transition can learned on a twintip or a surfboard and like many new skills, it’s easiest to learn in flat water and take into the waves once some confidence is built. The downloop transition is not just a more powerful jibe, but most importantly a kite flying technique that pays off in light wind helping to recover your kite from a stall. It’s an essential kite flying technique for kitesurfing especially in side and side onshore wave riding conditions.