Kites
Kiteboarding to us has (and will always have) a soft spot in our hearts. We've been doing this for over 15 years and the magic still hasn't worn off. Have questions and looking for answers? If you want help choosing from our kiteboarding kites, our crew is ready to point you in the right direction.
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2026 Slingshot Ghost V4 Kiteboarding Kite
Slingshot Sports
$1,209.00 - $2,009.00Slingshot Ghost V4 Sizes: 3m / 4m / 6m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 12m / 15m / 17m KITE FOILING / WAVE / LIGHTWIND FREERIDE One kite to rule them all — that's what the Slingshot Ghost V4 is all about. With a focus on simplicity and efficiency, this...$1,209.00 - $2,009.00 -
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2025 Reedin SuperModel Kiteboarding Kite
Reedin
$1,299.00 - $1,789.00SUPERMODEL excels in every discipline. With consistent power through turns and precise control, it’s the easiest, most intuitive do-it-all kite in the skies. Any conditions, all disciplines, SUPERMODEL DOES IT. Thanks to the design collaboration...$1,299.00 - $1,789.00 -
2025 Naish Boxer Kiteboarding Kite
Naish
$1,099.00 - $2,179.00As our dedicated one-strut kite, the Boxer maximizes light wind possibilities. With optimized aspect ratios and perfected arc profiles, the canopy is tighter than ever, balancing power and turning ability at the next level. Sheet in and go—the...$1,099.00 - $2,179.00 -
2025 F-One ADDIKT TEC Kiteboarding Kite
F-One
$1,299.00 - $1,969.00Be ready to get completely hooked with the ADDIKT from F-ONE, the brand-new kite designed for kitesurfing and strapless freestyle. The successor to the famous BANDIT-S, the ADDIKT incorporates our new CODE-TEC fabric, which is lighter and stiffer than...$1,299.00 - $1,969.00 -
Flysurfer PEAK6 Foil Kite
Flysurfer
$599.00 - $999.00The PEAK 6 is made for adventurers: lightweight, durable, and reliable on snow, ice, or water. With enhanced stability, shorter bridle lines, and an optimized mixer, it offers maximum control, even in shifting winds. The PEAK 6 is your ultimate companion...$599.00 - $999.00 -
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2024 Naish Triad Kiteboarding Kite
Naish
$1,249.00 - $2,079.002024 Naish Triad Kiteboarding Kite Sizes: 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 11 / 12 / 14 Size 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 Windrange 26+ 24-39 22-37 21-35 18-33 16-30 14-28 13-26 12-24 11-22 Aspect Ratio 4.01 4...$1,249.00 - $2,079.00 -
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2024 Slingshot UFO V3 Foiling Kite
Slingshot Sports
$949.00 - $1,375.002024 Slingshot UFO V3 Foiling Kite Unlimited / Foiling / Object Why the Slingshot UFO V3 is Fred Hope's Favorite for Kite Foiling Sizes: 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 11 Size (m) Wind (kn) Bar Size (in) Weight (kg) 3 16-42 17...$949.00 - $1,375.00
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General Kite FAQs/Guides
| Wind 12-18 mph | Wind 16-24 mph | Wind 22-30 mph | |||||
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| Rider Weight | Kite Size | Rider Weight | Kite Size | Rider Weight | Kite Size | ||
| 200+ lbs | 17m+ | 200+ lbs | 17m+ | 200+ lbs | 12m | ||
| 200 lbs | 17m | 200 lbs | 14m | 200 lbs | 9-10m | ||
| 180 lbs | 14-17m | 180 lbs | 12m | 180 lbs | 8-9m | ||
| 160 lbs | 14m | 160 lbs | 10-12m | 160 lbs | 7-8m | ||
| 140 lbs | 12m | 140 lbs | 8-9m | 140 lbs | 6m | ||
| 120 lbs | 10m | 120 lbs | 6m | 120 lbs | 4m | ||
| Chart based on average rider, on a standard twintip kiteboard | |||||||
| Brand | Valve | High Y / Low V | Kite Side: Loop / Knot | Binding Board Spacing | Handle Spacing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airush | Boston | Low V | Knot Steering lines, Loop Center lines | 6" | 8" |
| Brunotti | -- | -- | -- | 6" | 8" |
| Cabrinha | Standard Hose End | Low V | Loop Steering lines, Knot Center lines | 6" | 7" |
| Crazyfly | High Pressure SUP | High Y | Knot Steering lines, Loop Center lines | 7" | 8" |
| Duotone | Custom | High Y / Some Low V | Loop Steering lines, Knot Center lines | 7" / Slinder Track | 7" |
| Eleveight | Standard Hose End | Low V | Knot Steering lines, Loop Center lines | 6" | 7" |
| F-One | High Pressure SUP | Depends on kite model | Knot Steering lines, Loop Center lines | 6" | 8.5" |
| Flysurfer | High Pressure SUP | High Y | Knot Steering lines, Loop Center lines | 6" | 8" |
| Harlem | Custom | Depends on kite model | Knot Steering lines, Loop Center lines | -- | -- |
| Harlem | -- | -- | -- | 6" | 7 1/8" |
| Liquid Force | Max Flow | Low V | Knot Steering lines, Loop Center lines | 6" | 8" |
| Litewave | -- | -- | -- | 6" | 8" |
| Naish | High Pressure SUP | Low V | Knot Steering lines, Loop Center lines | 6" | 8.5" |
| North | Standard Hose End | Low V | Knot Steering lines, Loop Center lines | 6" | 7" |
| Ocean Rodeo | Standard Hose End | Low V | Knot Steering lines, Loop Center lines | 6" | 7.5" |
| Ozone | Boston - Fat Tip/Screw-In | Low V | Knot Steering lines, Loop Center lines | 6" | 8" |
| Reedin | Max Flow | Low V | Knot Steering lines, Loop Center lines | 6" | 8" |
| Slingshot | Built Into Hose *NXT High Pressure SUP |
Low V | Knot Steering lines, Loop Center lines | 6" | 6" |
Most riders shoot for a three-kite quiver to cover light, mid, and high wind sessions. That gives you the flexibility to ride in just about any conditions. If you’re on a tighter budget, you can get by with two kites—just expect to sit out a few sessions at the extremes.
Big kites (13–17m) shine in light winds but feel slower in response. Mid-size kites (10–13m) are the "everyday drivers," great for most freeride conditions. Small kites (9m and under) are fast and powerful: ideal for strong winds, looping, and foiling, but trickier for beginners.
All-around kites are the best choice for most riders. They’re forgiving, versatile, and cover a wide wind range. If you already know you’ll spend most of your time in waves or throwing unhooked tricks, a surf kite or crossover freestyle kite will give you more performance where it matters.
Both have advantages. New kites give you full lifespan, warranty, and the latest materials. Used kites can save you a lot of money, but stick with gear less than five years old and always inspect the canopy, lines, and safety systems. A good middle ground is grabbing last year’s closeout model.