The Most Innovative Kite Bar Ever?
The new CORE Sensor 4S Pro comes with several updates, but one new feature stands out above all the others. It may seem like a small detail at first, yet it solves a problem that every kitesurfer faces sooner or later. In this article, I'll explain why I think this is one of the smartest improvements in our industry.
Review: Testing Core's NXS for Freestyle
The Core NXS is probably the kite release that has generated the most curiosity among all-round riders this year. Designed to replace the Nexus, X-Lite and Section, it aims to combine freestyle, wave riding and foiling into a single platform.
Spot Guide: Lake Silvaplana🇨🇭
Located at 1,800 meters above sea level in the Swiss Alps, Lake Silvaplana is one of the most unique wind sports destinations in Europe. Thanks to its reliable thermal wind, stunning mountain scenery, and excellent infrastructure, it has become a favorite spot for kitesurfers, wingfoilers, windsurfers, and pumpfoilers alike.
Whether you're visiting in summer for water sports or in winter for snowkiting, Silvaplana is a destination that deserves a place on every rider's bucket list.
Spot Guide: Plage de Bonnieu 🇫🇷
“Welcome to the chemical laboratory.”
That’s what I started calling this spot after accidentally discovering it a few years ago while scouting the French coast. Since then, I keep coming back every year because it offers a unique mix of wind, waves, and foiling conditions in a very special atmosphere.
Spot Guide: Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône 🇫🇷
The spot is best known for its famous breakwater, which creates an enormous protected area behind it. Combined with the powerful Mistral wind, this results in long stretches of smooth water that are ideal for bigair sessions or simply enjoying endless runs.
Whether you're travelling with a camper van, looking for a winter escape or chasing strong Mediterranean winds, Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône is a destination that deserves a place on every kiter's radar.
Spot Guide: Lo Stagnone in Sicily 🇮🇹
After visiting for the first time myself, I immediately wondered why I hadn't come here years earlier. If you're looking for Brazilian-style training conditions in Europe, this spot completely exceeded my expectations.
Spot Guide: La Pelosa 🇮🇹
Located in northern Sardinia, this spot is famous for its stunning turquoise lagoon and reliable thermal wind. Even when the forecast looks light, the local funnel and thermal effects often boost the wind significantly, making it a great option for kitesurfing.
Spot Guide: Hyeres 🇫🇷
Almanarre is one of the most versatile kite spots in Europe. Thanks to its unique location, it works perfectly with both of the Mediterranean's main wind directions: east and west.