Gear
The Best Kitesurfing Apps of 2026 — Forecast, Logbook, Community
A rider-focused guide to the best kitesurfing apps in 2026, from Surfr and Windy to Windfinder, Windguru, Waterspeed and KiteSpot.
May 20, 2026
The Journal
German Blogposts →Stories from the modern kitesurfing scene.
Travel, technique, athlete portraits, and the conversations shaping how we ride. Long-form when it matters, short and useful when it doesn't.
Featured· Jumps
Big Air Kitesurfing — How to Send It Higher and Land Safely
Learn how to jump higher in Big Air kitesurfing with better edge control, kite timing, takeoff technique and safer landings. A complete guide for riders who want more height and control.
May 19, 2026
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Community
The History of Kitesurfing: From Beach Toy to Olympic Discipline
Kitesurfing started as a wild wind-powered experiment and became an Olympic discipline. Here is how the sport evolved from beach prototypes to Formula Kite.
May 20, 2026
Travel
Hidden Kitesurfing Gems in Europe Nobody's Talking About
A rider-focused guide to underrated kitesurfing spots in Europe, from Greek thermal flats to Danish North Sea beaches and Balkan summer wind.
May 20, 2026
Beginner Guide
· beginnerWhy Most People Quit Kitesurfing in the First Month (And How to Avoid It)
Most beginners do not quit kitesurfing because they lack talent. They quit because expectations, conditions, safety and progression are out of sync.
May 20, 2026
Beginner Guide
The Real Truth About How Long Kitesurfing Takes to Learn
A realistic hour-by-hour breakdown of how long it takes to learn kitesurfing, what each stage means and when beginners can safely practice more independently.
May 20, 2026
Learn / Beginners
How to Start Kitesurfing — The Complete 2026 Beginner's Guide
Everything you need to know before your first kitesurfing lesson. Costs, gear, time to learn, common mistakes. Written by experienced kiters.
May 17, 2026
KitesurfingOfficial Journal
Kitesurfing Blog, Guides and Stories from the Global Kite Community
Kitesurfing is constantly evolving. New spots are discovered, wind seasons shift, equipment gets better and riders around the world keep pushing the sport in new directions. The KitesurfingOfficial Journal brings together practical kitesurfing guides, spot inspiration, gear knowledge, safety tips and stories from the global kiteboarding community.
Whether you are learning your first waterstart, planning your next trip to fresh kite spots, comparing equipment with our kitesurfing tools or sizing your next session with the kite size calculator, this blog is built to help you make more confident decisions on and off the water. Our goal is to keep the most relevant information easy to understand, regularly updated and useful for real riders.
From beginner-friendly explanations to deeper insights about wind, equipment and progression, the Journal is part of the wider KitesurfingOfficial platform. Join the conversation in the community forum or submit your clip to share a session with riders worldwide.
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