Kite - Beginner

Welcome to the Kitemana Q&A on Beginner Kites. Choosing your ideal beginner friendly kite can be a challenge, especially if you are a beginner and new to the sport of kiteboarding. Therefore, we have collected some of the most common questions kitesurf beginners have with answers here for you. Have a read below and please always feel free to contact us for support. We have English, Dutch and German native speakers in our customer service team, who are experts and happy to help!

What is the best beginner kite for kitesurfing?
What do I have to consider when buying a kite for beginners?
How many kites do I need to start kitesurfing?
What are the ideal kite sizes for a kite beginner?
What are important features for a beginner friendly kite?
Which type of kite is ideal for kitesurf beginners?
What wind range can I cover with my beginner friendly kite?
Which kite is the best to learn how to jump for beginners?
Are C-Kites and Freestyle Kites suitable for beginners?
Should I buy a new kite or a beginner friendly used kite?
Do you offer complete kitesurf sets for beginners?
Which kite brands with beginner friendly kites does Kitemana stock?

At Kitemana we stock all top brands of the kitesurfing industry. Each brand has one to a few beginner-friendly kites and some even specifically branded beginner kites. The best beginner kite for you depends on various factors like your body weight, your home spot, your ambitions in kitesurfing and your budget of course. We are more than happy to help you find your ideal beginner friendly kite, that will also allow you to have a lot of fun also later when you have progressed!

For buying your first kite you need to consider your individual conditions, like body weight and length, the amount of kites you want to buy, the wind conditions at the spot you will be riding the most and also previous experiences you already had during your kite lessons for example.

Most kitesurfers use two to three kites in sizes spread out 2-3m so that they can cover most of the relevant wind range for them. However, you can also start kitesurfing using kite, collect experience and purchase more kites later. If you purchase one kite to start off, get the kite that is perfect for you and the average wind conditions at your home spot.

The ideal kite sizes depend on you and the conditions at your home spot. As you should not go kitesurfing in too strong winds as a beginner, you do not need to buy yourself a small storm kite right at the beginning. In lighter winds, larger kite sizes are necessary and these are the perfect training grounds for you to improve your kitesurf skills.

The four important features kite beginners should look our for are:

Good upwind abilities

Forgiving flight characteristics

High versatility

Easy relaunch

Which type of kite is ideal for kitesurf beginners?

If you type this question into Google, you will often find the answer that freeride kites are more suitable for beginners than wave or freestyle kites. However, some high-performance freeride kites provide so much power, that it can be quite overwhelming in the beginning and some kite schools mainly teach their students on wave kites... therefore, we have pre-selected beginner friendly kites for you based on our knowledge and experience.

What wind range can I cover with my beginner friendly kite?

The wind range you can cover depends on your type of kite, kite size, your weight, board size and skill level. 15-25 knots are ideal playgrounds for kite beginners. If you live at a spot with lighter or stronger winds, you need to adapt your kite gear accordingly.

Which kite is the best to learn how to jump for beginners?

If you want to learn how to jump, freeride and big air kites will support your progression the most! Big air kites have higher bar forces and a stronger pull, so they can be too powerful, especially for light weight riders. On the other hand, big air kites often have a very effective depower. If you are not sure whats best for you, simply contact us for advice!

Are C-Kites and Freestyle Kites suitable for beginners?

C-Kites and Freestyle Kites are not suitable for beginners. They often require a more advanced skill set to be kept under control.

Should I buy a new kite or a beginner friendly used kite?

The advantages of a new kite are that you get professional advice before purchase, so your kite equipment will be fine-tuned for your personal needs. Of course, there is no risk in buying new equipment as there are no hidden damages. On top, at Kitemana you will receive a great service and can get everything else for your kitesurfing needs. Plus, we have a repair workshop and professional sailmaker on site. If you have a smaller budget contact us and we will check our previous season offers and used gear pool to make you an offer and accommodate your budget!

Do you offer complete kitesurf sets for beginners?

At Kitemana we offer complete kitesurf sets with a kite, bar, kiteboard and bindings to get you going! You can check out all kitesurf sets here: Kitesurf Sets br> These sets are all suitable for beginners, but also great to support your future progression in kitesurfing!

Which kite brands with beginner friendly kites does Kitemana stock?

Kitemana stocks all premium kite brands. You can find out more about each brand following the links below.

Airush: BY INNOVATORS FOR INNOVATORS
Cabrinha: LIVE FREE. RIDE FREE.
Core Kiteboarding: PREMIUM KITES & BOARDS FROM FEHMARN, GERMANY.
Duotone Kiteboarding: TRUE KITEBOARDING.
F-One: ENJOY ALL CONDITIONS, TRY OUT NEW THINGS, OPEN UP YOUR PLAYGROUND
North: FOR THE SEEKERS.
Ozone: INSPIRED BY NATURE · DRIVEN BY THE ELEMENTS
Reedin Kiteboarding: IMAGINE KITEBOARDING #BEYOND
Slingshot: THE ART OF POWER


To determine which kite in which size will best support your progress and suits your style of riding, simply reach out to us via email, call us or come straight to our shop. Together, we will discuss your skill level and style, but also consider factors like your weight and height, home spot, gear that you already own, all-round capabilities and much more. Don´t hesitate and benefit from our experience and service! We are happy to consult you via phone, email or personally in our store.