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Core Nexus 4 Kite Core Nexus 4
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from $1,539.95
from $1,539.95
Includes: kite, bag, and repair kit Core Nexus 4 Kite Wave + | Freestyle | Freeride The Nexus 4 is your gateway to unleashing every aspect of the sport.  A kite designed to meet all kitesurfing ne...
Core Pace Pro Kite Core Pace Pro Big Air kite
from $2,924.00
from $2,924.00
Core Pace Pro Big Air | | Kiteloop | Freestyle  Includes: comfortable backpack, manual and a repair kit.   Sizes: 5m | 6m  | 7m | 8m | 9m | 10m | 12m Please note that the Pace Pro may only be flow...
32% Off
Black Core Section 3 Kite Core Section 3 Kiteboarding Kite
from $999.00
from $999.00
$1,459.95
Includes: Kite & Kite Bag, Manual, Line Extensions, and Patch Kit. Core Section 3 Kite If you are looking for effortless surfing and the right amount of pull, the new Section 3 will get you upw...
Core XLite 2 Kite Core XLite 2 Kiteboarding Kite
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from $1,719.95
from $1,719.95
Includes: Kite, Kite Bag, and repair kit.  Core XLite 2 Kite The Specialized Series XLITE 2 is a one-strut foil kite that's tuned to perfection. By fusing the power of Core's Nexus allrounder and ...
30% Off
Black Core XR7 Kiteboarding Kite White Core XR7 Kiteboarding Kite
+2
+1
from $1,084.97
from $1,084.97
$1,549.95
More power, more vertical lift, and maximum kite stability. It's so easy to earn your wings with the XR7’s new canopy material CoreTex 2.0 and ExoTex Light struts. The added muscle and 8% weight lo...
Core XR8 Kiteboarding Kite Black Core XR8 Kiteboarding Kite White
+2
+1
from $1,859.95
from $1,859.95
High Performance Freeride+ | Big Air | Freestyle | Wave Includes: kite, kite backpack, manual, and repair kit. The Core  XR8 THE ULTIMATE HIGHSUPREME MATERIALS FOR UNPARALLELED PERFORMANCE. With...
Core XR Pro Kiteboarding Kite Core XR Pro Kiteboarding Kite Bag
from $2,799.95
from $2,799.95
Ultra High Performance Freeride - Big Air | Freestyle | Kiteloop Includes: kite, kite backpack, manual, and repair kit. The Core  XR Pro PUSHING THE BOUNDARIES OF WHAT'S POSSIBLEWITH THE HIGHEST...
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...

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.