Welcome to Kite Mad World! And thanks for checking us out. Having started kitesurfing nearly 20 years ago, soon after the sport started up, I’ve gained a lot of knowledge and experience that I’m happy to share with you. If you want to know more about how I got into kitesurfing and why Kite Mad … Read more
We got hold of the brand new V4 recently to test out and put through its paces. And I’m still smiling as I write this! This Ozone Enduro V4 review looks at how it fits into your quiver. The Ozone Enduro V4 is pitched by Ozone as their go-to all-round kite suited to the rider … Read more
The F-One Bandit is an iconic kite that’s now in it’s 15th year. And we managed to get our hands on a demo so we could carry out this F-One Bandit XV review and look at how it sits as a kite for beginners. The last 6 or so versions have all been good all-round … Read more
Ozone’s all new Catalyst, completely re-designed from previous versions is aimed clearly at beginners and intermediates. In our Ozone Catalyst V3 review we’ll look at what makes it a great starter kite. Who are Ozone? Ozone has been in the kite business pretty much since the start. Owned by 3 Brits but based in New … Read more
In this Eleveight RS V6 review we’ll look at how this all-rounder suits the beginner and whether it is a true all-rounder. Who are Eleveight? Eleveight is a fairly new brand to kitesurfing but was evolved out of the design team from Best Kiting, who brought great quality affordable kite gear to the market. Best … Read more
In our Core Nexus 3 Review, we look at the long awaited 3rd version of the massively popular Nexus series, what has changed, and is it still as good for beginners? Core Kiting – Background Core is a German brand and has been around since 2001, although it’s founder and CEO Bernie Hiss was playing … Read more
Once you’ve mastered the basics of kitesurfing you’ll definitely want to start boosting your first kitesurfing jumps. And the introduction of the Woosports jump sensor has revived massive interest in “Big Air Kiteboarding”. But the recent introduction of the Surfr App has led to a few questions over which is the best. So in this … Read more
Learning how to body drag is one of the first techniques you get taught in your kiteboarding lessons, after kite control. And it’s an essential skill to master and to keep practising. Being able to body drag efficiently will enable you to retrieve your board quickly after becoming separated from it, thus saving time and … Read more
After nailing the water start, riding upwind is one thing that a lot of kitesurfing beginners struggle with. But this article will look at how to kitesurf upwind without any difficulty. A few basic technique tips will have you heading upwind with confidence in knowing that you can get back to the same spot on … Read more
This is probably the skill most beginners struggle to get right at first. But there are some basic things that will get you up on the board with style and confidence every time. So this article will remind you of how to get your kitesurfing water start nailed within a very short time. As with … Read more