juuli 2016

Hydrofoil Kiteboarding

What is Foiling?

A boat whose hull is fitted underneath with shaped vanes (foils) that lift the hull clear of the water to increase the boat's speed.

Invented in 1898 by Enrico Forlanini, the hydrofoil has been used in a wide variety of applications. They have been used on military ships, transport vessels, and even helped team Oracle win the America’s Cup. Soon you will see them coming to a kitebeach near you on what is widely known as a foilboard.

Eight Reasons You Should Try a Strapless Surfboard

Have you got to the stage where you’re a competent kiter but not really pushing yourself to do more like you feel you should? Maybe you already love playing in waves on your twin tip but are yet to experience the smooth exhilaration of a surfboard. There’s so many good reasons you should try a strapless surfboard and many ‘wave riders’ would say they never look back.

Here’s eight good reasons why you should give a surfboard a go, or even take your straps off your surfboard and try it riding strapless!

1. Sensation

Choosing the perfect board

This issue I wanted to cover a few things about board design and types with so many different shapes materials and styles of boards available this information should help you find the perfect board.

Firstly there is really no such thing as the perfect board it all depends on any number of factors like your weight, skill level, kite size, wind conditions, the moves you want to do and the terrain you want to ride weather it be flat water waves swell, chop or kickers.

Waist or Seat Harness – What to Choose?

A kitesurfing harness tends to be one of the least thought about bits of equipment when coming to purchase your first kite. However the harness is a key piece of equipment in your setup and a correct fitting one can provide support and reduce muscle fatigue, allowing for a longer and safer kiting session.

Buying the Right Wetsuit for Kiteboarding

Things to consider when looking for the right wetsuit for you

1. Where do you ride? What is your season high and low temperatures for both water and air? How long into the season will you realistically ride? How much temperature change do you experience throughout your riding season?

2. Are you warm blooded, cool or cold blooded? I am still wearing booties, hood and gloves when lots of riders are in just their wetsuit. How important is warmth to you personally?

10 Reasons Why Every Girl Should Learn to Kiteboard

Transform your body, eat anything you want, get zen, live the beach lifestyle, make all men fall in love with you, and 5 more reasons why you should learn to kiteboard.

1. Transform your body
Kiteboarding is the best and most fun full body workout ever. Without even noticing that you’re working out, kiteboarding will make you look freaking hot. You’ll have the six pack and rock hard butt you’ve always wanted in no time.

Kitesurfing tips

Learning

Billabong Salty Dayz 3/2MM

€219.00

BILLABONG LADIES SALTY DAYS 3/2MM CHEST ZIP WETSUIT

The Salty Daze 3/2mm Long sleeve Steamer has twin needle self tie blind stitched external seams with triple glued and 10mm wide welded internal seam seal. Stay warm and classy!

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Price: €219.00

Billabong Foil 3/2MM

€179.00

BILLABONG FOIL 3/2MM CHEST ZIP STEAMER WETSUIT

THE BILLABONG FOIL SERIES IS ALL ABOUT COMBINING THE ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF PERFORMANCE WITH VALUE. BY TAKING THE MOST IMPORTANT PARTS OF OUR PREMIUM WETSUITS - STRETCH, FLEX, AND WARMTH – WE HAVE CREATED A SUIT THAT IS FASHIONABLE, FUNCTIONAL, AND AFFORDABLE.

FEATURES:

New internal hollow fibre thermal chest and back.
Strategic positioned seams, maximum flexibility.
Internal superflex stretch neo tape.
Glued & Blindstitched seam construction for extra warmth

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Price: €179.00

Billabong Salty Dayz 5/4

€239.00

BILLABONG LADIES SALTY DAYS 5/4MM CHEST ZIP WETSUIT

The Salty Daze 5/4 Long sleeve Steamer has twin needle self tie blind stitched external seams with triple glued and 10mm wide welded internal seam seal. Stay warm and classy!

The Salty Days Steamer is made from premium quality neoprene that provides excellent support and serious stretch. Twin needle and blind stitched seams shield you from excess water flow, while triple glued internal seams offer much appreciated warmth. Also reinforced critical areas with heat taping for extra durability and years of long lasting wear.

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Price: €239.00

Billabong Intruder 5/4mm

€139.00

A highly regarded and very popular entry level wetsuit. Warm, flexible and durable, the Billabong Intruder provides high performance at a low price.

Features:

Men's wetsuit Thickness: 5/4 mm

GBS: Glued and blind stitched seams that reduce water entry
GLIDESKIN COLLAR: Comfortable, water tight collar
FULL BACK ZIP: For easy entry and with a water resistant YKK zip
PRE-BENT KNEES: Hight impact protection that is fitted and not bulky AX2
AIRLITE SUPERFLEX: Top quality and light-weight combined with silk touch stretch outer jersey

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Price: €139.00