Becoming a member of the Dutch Kitesurf Association (NKV) is our advice. We briefly explain why. Kitesurfing is a very popular sport. The number of kitespots in the Netherlands on inland waterways is very limited. You can imagine that, when it gets busier, the improvement of kitespots is sometimes urgently needed… Read more Kitesurfing association? Become an NKV member too!
Categories: Safety
The Netherlands is an ideal country for kite surfing. It is located on the North Sea and also has a lot of inland water that can be used for kitesurfing. In addition, it often blows. Kitesurfing has become a popular water sport. The kitesurfing equipment is now very user-friendly and safe. Yet accidents still happen. Our proposition is: every accident is one too many. Here you will find all kitesurf blogs about kitesurfing safety. Safe kiting almost always starts with the choices you make yourself. Therefore, read our kitesurf explanation via the manual kitesurfing.
Kitesurfing February: this awaits you
In this kitesurf blog kitesurfing February we do not discuss kitesurfing holidays. No, we hope to give you insight into what to expect if you continue to kite sports in the Netherlands. We mention a few possibilities: snow kiting, ice kiting and ice swinging. However, the forecast for freezing cold or snow next 14 days is not available. Well for wind and… Read more Kitesurfing February: this awaits you
Kitesurfing schools overview for kitesurfing lessons
Kitesurfing lessons are a valuable and, in other words, a necessary investment. First of all, because kite surfing is not something to try. You have to learn it and you do that with kite surfing lessons. In addition, you have a lot of fun as soon as you go on the water with your own kitesurfing equipment. That is why we have put together an overview of kitesurfing schools for you. Read more Kitesurfing schools overview for kitesurfing lessons
Safety on the water. This way you can be found when needed
Our eye fell on a letter sent to De Telegraaf by Jim Sperling. Jim almost saw things go wrong at the south pier of IJmuiden on Monday, January 17, 2022. Two kite surfers in trouble who could be saved by a combination of factors and observant people. Jim wonders why the sector, KNMR, Hiswa… Read more Safety on the water. This way you can be found when needed
Kitesurfing December - This awaits you
In this kitesurf blog kitesurfing December, we do not discuss kitesurfing holidays. No, we hope to give you insight into what awaits you as a kitesurfer in the Netherlands this season. Average December temperature drops The average temperature in November was 7,3 degrees according to knmi.nl. This is slightly warmer than the long-term average of 6,7 degrees.… Read more Kitesurfing December - This awaits you
Kitesurfing November - This awaits you
At the end of October it still felt like August. With temperatures of 20 degrees it was pleasant and at the same time exceptionally warm. Yet it is autumn and that is noticeable for kite surfers in the Netherlands. Fortunately, the wind is all the way back to such a wind-free summer. In this kitesurfing November blog we do not discuss kitesurfing holidays. No, we… Read more Kitesurfing November - This awaits you
Kitesurf research NKV. Participate and win
The Dutch Kitesurf Association (NKV) arranges that you can kitesurf in many places. In addition to giving kiting a place, we ensure that the sport becomes and remains safe. We provide connection through a community and events. In this way we are the voice of the kite surfers in the Netherlands. To get this right… Read more Kitesurf research NKV. Participate and win
Coastguard KNRM: Safe out, safe at home. Kitesurfing tips
The coastguard KNRM is almost always involved in rescue operations for kitesurfers. That is why many kitesurfers are not only members of the Dutch Kitesurf Association, but also donors to the KNRM. In addition, the rescue company continuously has good advice and tips regarding safety. For example, you can order a free sticker from the rescue company for your kitesurfboard on which you… Read more Coastguard KNRM: Safe out, safe at home. Kitesurfing tips
Is kitesurfing dangerous? Kitesurf research outcome
Is kitesurfing dangerous? This is a reasonable question that is often asked. We believe that kitesurfing is a sport that is still growing worldwide. Our belief is also that kitesurfing equipment is much friendlier than it used to be. This makes kitesurfing accessible to many people. In this kitesurf blog we reflect on the results of a… Read more Is kitesurfing dangerous? Kitesurf research outcome
Booomtag for kitesurfing and wingfoiling. These are your options
Reports from kitesurfers looking for their lost kiteboard. We often get them to the attention and you may have lost a kiteboard at some point. Annoying for every kite surfer, but also for bystanders and the emergency services. An unmanned kiteboard, or worse unmanned kite, without notification often automatically followed a search. Boomtag has… Read more Booomtag for kitesurfing and wingfoiling. These are your options
