Our eye fell on an article in the Financieel Dagblad with the title “PFAS on the coast: Knokke prefers to bury its head in the sand.” The article starts with the warning that the Flemish coast contains so much sea foam that children are no longer allowed to play in it. Also that there are PFAS in the 'healthy'… Read more PFAS map Netherlands – Special for bathers and water sports enthusiasts
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What length of kiteboard do I need? Kiteboard size chart
Although this question is often asked by beginners, this kitesurfing blog also offers good reference information for every kitesurfer. Just like with kites, there are many different kiteboards. Each with its own details that suit the kitesurfer's sailing style. After your kitesurfing lesson you will probably soon purchase your own kitesurfing set. Just because you are so fast… Read more What length of kiteboard do I need? Kiteboard size chart
Sean Overbeek interview. From big air talent to pro. Check out his tips
Sean stepped out of the shadow of his very talented younger brother Jamie this year. With the switch to kitesurf brand RRD and his co-determining role within the big air team, RRD has developed the latest Obsession kite. A kite especially for the popular big air sailing style. Now it's time for Sean's talent and kitesurfing career… Read more Sean Overbeek interview. From big air talent to pro. Check out his tips
1 knot is how many km per hour? Explanation about wind in knots
A question we are often asked and often searched for is the conversion of wind to the various units of measurement. For example: 1 knot is how many km per hour? Although we have a very extensive size table with which you can convert the wind units and test them against what you see on the water and the environment… Read more 1 knot is how many km per hour? Explanation about wind in knots
Kitesurfing in the Bay of Roses. This is what you need to know about it
The Bay of Roses, also called Bay of Roses and Gulf of Roses, in northern Spain is a wonderful holiday destination for many. You see families, but also many (young) elderly people. The bay is very extensive so there is a beautiful destination for everyone. The same goes for water sports enthusiasts. Whether you like kite surfing, kite foiling,… Read more Kitesurfing in the Bay of Roses. This is what you need to know about it
How much wind is needed for kitesurfing? Kiting options with 10 knots
More fun with little wind. The question of how much wind you need to kitesurf is often asked. And rightly so, because kitesurfing is addictive and you want to do it as often as possible. In addition, the more you kitesurf, the better it goes. Kitesurfing with little wind has become increasingly popular. Even… Read more How much wind is needed for kitesurfing? Kiting options with 10 knots
Front roll kite loop transition. The easy version
Earlier we explained the back roll, front roll, front roll with grab and other kitesurfing tricks. Some relatively easy tricks. Here we now add a trick for advanced. The 'front roll kite loop transition'. However, a low and therefore easy variant without too much risk of a hard crash. The word 'transition'… Read more Front roll kite loop transition. The easy version
One footer kitesurf trick explained step by step. Are you in?
Of course you don't have to participate. Kitesurfing is a super diverse sport with something for everyone. Anyway, you know we are still ambitious and practicing kitesurfing tricks. I already included you in my bloopers when practicing the 'board off'. A successful explanation in this kitesurf blog.… Read more One footer kitesurf trick explained step by step. Are you in?
Front roll kitesurf trick in 11 steps. Are you in?
After the 'back roll' we will explain the 'front roll' this time. The front roll is a forward rotation. You don't have to jump high either. Of course the basis before you start the front roll is that you can jump. We explain the front roll in low wind and… Read more Front roll kitesurf trick in 11 steps. Are you in?
Best sunscreen for water sports enthusiasts. View the tips.
Beautiful tanned skin is often considered attractive and sexy. Outside and especially on the water, tanning is very fast. Would that determine that we as 'pretty kiteboys and kitegirls' are considered attractive and sexy by definition? We would love to read your reactions in the comments. 😉 Now seriously because it is a ... Read more Best sunscreen for water sports enthusiasts. View the tips.
