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Flysurfer Era Kiteboarding Kite Flysurfer Era Kiteboarding Kite
from $1,249.00
from $1,249.00
Flysurfer Era Kite Big Air For the thrill seekers who live to send, the ERA will bring you to the modern era of kiteboarding. The most powerful L.E.I. kite in the FLYSURFER range, the ERA offers un...
Flysurfer Hybrid Foil Kite Dusty Pink Flysurfer Hybrid Foil Kite Mellow Yellow
from $849.00
from $849.00
Kiting has never been so easy! Choose to ride carefree, rely on a crash-resistant, ultralight kite, and progress with exceptional ease. The HYBRID is a playful foil kite perfect for ambitious foile...
20% Off
Flysurfer Peak 5 4m Foil Kite Flysurfer Peak 5 6m Foil Kite
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from $463.20
from $463.20
$579.00
Flysurfer Peak 5 Includes: Peak5, Peak Bag, Set of B-Safe Top Lines, Repair Kit, Sandbag, and Kite Safety Guide 2.5m and 4m only come in the color Dusty Pink 5m and 6m only come in the color Mellow...
Flysurfer Sonic 4 Foil Kite Flysurfer Sonic 4 Foil Kite
from $1,949.00
from $1,949.00
Includes: Sonic 4 Kite, Universal Kite Bag, Light Bag, Compression Strap, Trim Checker, Sandbag, Repair Kit, and Kite Safety Guide. 6m & 8m only come in the color Lit Orange 10m & 12m only ...
10% Off
Flysurfer Soul V2 Foil Kite 6m Flysurfer Soul V2 Foil Kite 10m
from $1,574.00
from $1,574.00
$1,749.00
Break boundaries with the ultimate all-rounder! The legendary flight characteristics paired with the highest level of user-friendliness offer maximum performance for every style. Sporty or comforta...
Flysurfer Soul V3 Foil Kite Flysurfer Soul V3 Foil Kite
from $1,799.00
from $1,799.00
Flysurfer Soul V3 Foil Kite  Includes: Kite, universal kite bag, light bag, compression strap, trim checker, sandbag, repair kit, and safety guide   The ultimate all-rounder! Whether adrenaline-pu...
36% Off
Flysurfer VMG 2 Foil Kite 11m Flysurfer VMG 2 Foil Kite 13m
from $2,199.00
from $2,199.00
$3,449.00
After a successful factory inspection, the VMG is approved by the IKA Technical Committee as registered series production equipment for the IKA Formula Kite Class Revolutionary, highly efficient, e...
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Flysurfer Boost 4 9m Kiteboarding Kite DEMO / USED Flysurfer Boost 4 9m Kiteboarding Kite DEMO
$749.00
$749.00
$1,499.00
Short Description What is included: Kite, kite bag, compression strap, repair kit, sand bag, and safety guide What is missing: Nothing Modifications: None Damages: None R...

Kiteboarding Kites

Kiteboarding kites can be broadly categorized into two main types: inflatable kites and foil kites. Each type has its own characteristics and subtypes, catering to different riding styles and conditions.

Inflatable Kites

Inflatable kites, dominate the kiteboarding scene particularly in water sports, are distinguished by their inflatable tubes along the leading edge and struts that provide essential structure and buoyancy. Among these, three main designs have emerged over time: C-kites, the original design characterized by their C-shaped profile and square wingtips, excel in freestyle and wakestyle riding with their high power and stability when unhooked, though they're typically too aggressive for beginners; Bow kites, introduced in the mid-2000s, feature an innovative bridle-pulley system that enables easy depowering and relaunching, making them popular among racers and speed enthusiasts due to their exceptional upwind performance and adaptability in varying wind conditions; and Delta or Hybrid kites, which represent a hybrid approach combining elements of both C and bow kites, featuring a D-shaped profile and compact design that offers easy relaunching capabilities and versatility across different wind conditions, making them particularly suitable for beginners, freeriders, big air enthusiasts, and wave riders thanks to their forgiving nature and gradual turning abilities.

Foil Kites

Foil kites, available in both open-cell and closed-cell designs, represent a distinct category of kiteboarding equipment that differs from traditional inflatable kites. Open-cell kites, characterized by their freely flowing air intakes, excel in light winds and are primarily used for land-based activities and snow kiting, though they aren't ideal for water use. In contrast, closed-cell kites feature valves that trap air inside, making them better suited for water activities, particularly light wind kitesurfing and hydrofoil racing, while offering superior upwind performance and water relaunch capabilities compared to their open-cell counterparts.

Not sure which is best for you? Green Hat is working on a Blog about Foil Kites VS inflatable kites.