Kite Surfing: Turning a Dream into a Sport

When we were kids and flew a kite in front of the boardwalk, how many of us dreamed of taking off from the ground and traveling towards the sun with the force of the wind?

It seems like that dream came true and over time turned into a sport called Kite surfing. Also known as flysurfing, kite surfing is a water sport that involves using a traction kite, attached by lines to a bar and harness, allowing you to glide over the water with a board or skis.

Practicing this adventure sport involves certain risks, especially in handling and controlling the wind propulsion force. That's why a preparation on the beach is done before entering the sea.

It is recommended to start with small kites and gradually increase the size, according to our technique and mastery of wind traction on our kite. The main techniques you should learn are: Lifting the kite and basic movements in the air; this will serve as a safety system both on and off the water.

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Equipment

• C Type: They have a semicircular shape and are very powerful, recommended for expert kiters who practice radical navigation mode.
• Bow Type: These kites are more comfortable and easier to adjust the force with which the wind pulls us, recommended for beginners.
• Hybrid Type: They are a fusion of both types of kites.

• Bidirectional: Perfect for starting in the sport as it allows you to sail in both directions without changing the position of your feet on the board.
• Directional: Used for wave navigation, the front and back have certain differences and it is necessary to change your feet on the board to change direction.

• Allows the athlete to remain attached to the kite, usually at waist or thigh level.

• Used for most water sports for its warmth, protection against abrasions, burns, and keeping your body dry.

• Helmet: Protect yourself from impacts even when in the sea.
• Life Jacket: Helps you stay on the surface of the sea effortlessly. It also cushions impacts on your chest.
• Sunscreen: Prevent sunburn by applying it to exposed areas.

• Freestyle: Various aerial maneuvers are executed: spins, jumps, and rotations. In this modality, the best and most complicated jumps are evaluated, with higher difficulty resulting in higher scores.

•  Buoy Racing: A high-speed race along a course delimited by buoys, similar to windsurf slalom.

•  Wave Surfing: Involves performing maneuvers on the waves, similar to surfing, with higher scores for maneuvers in challenging areas.

 Don't miss out and dare to practice this adrenaline-filled sport.