Kites
Whether you're stepping into your first sessions or hunting bigger air, the kite is where it starts — and where getting it wrong costs time, money, and water days. We've spent decades riding and testing in conditions from Great Lakes chop to open ocean swells. Every kite in this lineup has been put through real use by riders who actually care. No guesswork. No brand bias. Just the right call for your skill level and riding style.
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2026 Cabrinha Drifter APEX Kiteboarding Kite
Cabrinha
$1,629.00 - $2,089.002026 Drifter APEX Performance Surf / Freestyle Surf Sizes: 5m / 6m / 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 11m The Drifter continues to set the standard for a kite that lets you ride the wave while the pull of the kite fades away. The name says it all. It has been a...$1,629.00 - $2,089.00 -
2026 Cabrinha Switchblade APEX Kiteboarding Kite
Cabrinha
$1,659.00 - $2,529.002026 Switchblade APEX Performance Freeride Sizes: 5m / 6m / 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 11m / 12m / 14m When you think about the legacy of kite surfing over the last 20 years, one kite has been through almost the full evolution — the Switchblade. Now...$1,659.00 - $2,529.00 -
2026 Naish Pivot Q Kiteboarding Kite
Naish
$1,499.00 - $2,299.002026 Pivot Q Performance / Freeride / Big Air Sizes: 5m / 6m / 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 11m / 12m / 14m If you're looking for a single kite that can handle freeride, big air, foil sessions, and wave play without compromise, the Pivot Q is hard to beat. For...$1,499.00 - $2,299.00 -
2026 Duotone Neo SLS Kiteboarding Kite
Duotone
$1,819.00 - $2,439.00Neo SLS Sizes: 5m / 6m / 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 11m / 12m WAVE Enter the Neo SLS, a kite designed for those who live for the waves and strapless freestyle. Back for 2026 with a fresh colorway, Duotone has kept all the same 'loves' of the kite: Penta...$1,819.00 - $2,439.00 -
2025 Ozone Hyperlink V4 Foil Kite
Ozone
$2,419.00 - $2,749.00THE ULTIMATE CROSSOVER FOIL KITE FOR WATER AND SNOW The Hyperlink is a true multi-purpose foil kite. Set it up in closed cell 4-line mode on the water, or convert it to open cell 5-line mode for the ultimate in safe and versatile handling on the snow...$2,419.00 - $2,749.00 -
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 North Code Zero Pro Kiteboarding Kite
North
$1,209.00 - $1,829.00Our one-strut performer is engineered using more durable, flexible and lightweight N-Max2 airframe material* for a faster response, smoother steering and more dynamic recovery. For 2025 we’ve updated the canopy shape and angle of attack in the...$1,209.00 - $1,829.00 -
2025 North Carve Kiteboarding Kite
North
$1,399.00 - $1,929.00The Carve is a powerful, reactive and controllable kite, ideal for carving up a wave face, tucking into a barrel or boosting strapless tricks. Engineered with a stable, lower aspect ratio design for fast pivot turns and excellent drift, the Carve has...$1,399.00 - $1,929.00 -
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2025 Cabrinha Switchblade APEX Kiteboarding Kite
Cabrinha
$1,289.00 - $1,739.00The Gift that keeps on giving. The kite that has defined a whole generation is back with the largest performance boosting its history.The all new design of last year has been further developed through the use of Apex materials to allow the rider to...$1,289.00 - $1,739.00 -
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2025 Cabrinha Moto X Lite Kiteboarding Kite
Cabrinha
$1,079.00 - $1,424.00Branching off the Moto X DW kite this Lite Series product is one of the most intriguing kites we have designed to date. A key fundamental feature of the HTD Lite material is it’s unmatched elongation control and reflex bias. Two attributes that are...$1,079.00 - $1,424.00 -
Flysurfer PEAK6 Foil Kite
Flysurfer
$650.00 - $1,070.00The 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...$650.00 - $1,070.00 -
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2025 Naish Pivot Kiteboarding Kite
Naish
$875.00 - $1,349.00BIG AIR / FREERIDE / SURF Sizes: 5m / 6m / 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 11m / 12m / 14m Features: Profile Lock Seam - Maintains longevity of frame rigidity and holds draft position in place. Redefined Bridle - To ensure perfect tension to each point. NEW TLS...$875.00 - $1,349.00 -
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Harlem Thrive Kiteboarding Kite
Harlem
$2,132.00 - $3,136.00Introducing the ultimate all-round machine, the Harlem Thrive. Combining over 25 years of experience in creating best-selling high-performance kites with the latest groundbreaking innovations, the Thrive is the pinnacle of Ralf Groesel’s design...$2,132.00 - $3,136.00 -
Ozone Edge V12 Kiteboarding Kite
Ozone
$1,700.00 - $2,870.00The Edge V12 stays true to its original remit of delivering adrenaline-fuelled sessions for riders that crave real power, speed and insane lift; the electrifying reasons that so many get bitten by the kiteboarding bug in the first place! Experience a...$1,700.00 - $2,870.00 -
Harlem Force Kiteboarding Kite
Harlem
$1,915.20 - $2,503.20Harlem Force Features Fixed Bridle System: The six point direct bridles offers a more dynamic and direct feel to the kite. Curved Closing Seam: The closing seam in the wingtips is curved more towards the inside of the canopy. This gives extra stability...$1,915.20 - $2,503.20 -
2024
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 Cabrinha 04 Moto X Kiteboarding Kite
Cabrinha
$747.00 - $1,044.002024 Cabrinha 04 Moto X Kiteboarding Kite VERSATILE FREERIDE / CROSSOVER Sizes: 4m / 5m / 6m / 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 11m / 12m / 14m Description: Who is the best rider at your local spot? The one having the most fun. The Moto X is your ticket to good...$747.00 - $1,044.00 -
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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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2023 Cabrinha 03 Moto X Kiteboarding Kite
Cabrinha
$499.00 - $849.0003 MOTO X VERSATILE FREERIDE/CROSSOVER Sizes: 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 12 / 14 MAC's First Impressions of the 2023 Moto X 2023 Cabrinha 03 Moto X Kite Session Impression with Dustin & Cado This is Dustin and Cado here with the all new...$499.00 - $849.00 -
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2023 Cabrinha 03 Switchblade Kiteboarding Kite
Cabrinha
$549.00 - $884.5003 SWITCHBLADE PERFORMANCE FREERIDE Sizes: 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9 / 10 / 11 / 12 / 14 Design Profile: 5 Strut, Hybrid design, Fusion wing tip shape, Draft forward profile Features: NEW: Refined lightweight canopy design for reduced weight and reactive...$549.00 - $884.50 -
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2023 North Code Zero Kiteboarding Kite
North
Now: $549.00Was: $999.002023 North Code Zero Kiteboarding Kite Performance Foil Includes: Kite Kite Bag Repair Kit Borrowed from our North sailing heritage, Code Zero is the name of a sail born to go fast in light, shifty conditions. Like its namesake, we've engineered...Now: $549.00Was: $999.00 -
2026 Reedin SuperModel AFT Kiteboarding Kite
Reedin
$1,525.00 - $2,035.002026 SuperModel AFT Kite Big Air / Freeride / Foiling / Waves / Kite Loops Sizes: 5m / 6m / 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 11m / 12m The Supermodel AFT is a true do-it-all kite, delivering smooth power, precise control, and intuitive handling across any condition...$1,525.00 - $2,035.00 -
2026 F-One BREEZE 6 TEC Kiteboarding Kite
F-One
$1,309.00 - $2,239.002026 BREEZE 6 TEC Kite One strut, thousand possibilities. Sizes: 5m / 7m / 9m / 11m / 13m / 15m / 17m What F-One has to say: The BREEZE TEC is designed to make light-wind riding easier, more intuitive, and more enjoyable than ever. Lightweight and...$1,309.00 - $2,239.00
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General Kite FAQs/Guides
What kite size do you need?
| Wind 12-18 mph | Wind 16-24 mph | Wind 22-30 mph | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |||||||
Adaptors/Knots & Loops/Spacings by Brand
| Brand | Valve | High Y / Low V | Kite Side: Loop / Knot | Binding Board Spacing | Handle Spacing |
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| 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" |
How many kites do I really need in my quiver?
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.
What’s the difference between big kites, mid-size kites, and small kites?
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.
Should I go for an all-around freeride kite or a specialized surf/freestyle kite?
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.
Is it better to buy new or used kites when building my quiver?
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.