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Traveling with Kite GearSpring break is right around the corner! Hopefully, you have you planned your trip, packed your bags and are ready for some good times on the water.Quick question—how much are you planning to spend on travelling with your kiteboarding gear?Although there are creative ways to get around paying extra for your kite gear, It’s always a good idea to consult your airline’s policy on baggage fees beforehand. That way, at least you’re prepared for the worst case scenario if the t …

The inverted front roll is a slightly more advanced variation of the front roll.  The last few days in key West haven’t been that windy. In truth, it’s a much-needed break! I thought I would take a bike ride down to the White Street Pier and break down my favorite trick for you. The inverted front roll! One of the most fun aspects of our sport is taking these basic tricks and adding your own personal style to them. This is an intermediate level trick, that said if you can do three sta …

So, you've taken a kiteboarding lesson or two and you're ready to try your first water start. That's awesome! Welcome to a new reality, my friend! I have five great tips for you to remember when you're first starting out.  Tip One Learn to fly the kite in one hand. Kiteboarding is 80% flying the kite, so it's a no-brainer you should have some serious kite time under your belt. I recommend finding a clear area and just hanging out with a friend. Remember to keep your hand on the middle …

The new What’s in a Name? movie is the biggest video feature to come out of Airush Kiteboarding since 2014. Rather than just produce a film to serve product campaigns, airush wanted to create a complete movie involving every aspect of Airush to tell the story of the brand itself. Filmed in the three locations of Cape Town, Mauritius and Brazil, the sixteen minute feature is a beautifully shot masterpiece and a true testament to the Airush brand. The movie showcases the utmost talent …

Bit by the bug...I was bitten by the kiteboarding bug on a visit to Tarifa. I returned from Europe and decided to save up for my first kite. It took me all summer, but I managed to snag a 2009 Cabrinha Switchblade from MacKite when it went on sale at the end of the season. Even though everyone recommended buying a trainer kite, I didn't have any extra money to spend and thought it was something I had already outgrown. If I had only known back then what I know now! The year of the trainer ki …

Thanks for checking out this post! This blog is a part of a larger series of electric-specific blogs. If you find yourself needing more information on electric bikes or electric skateboards, head on over to our new electric website,  electricbikeplace.com. Electric Bike Place is all about having fun and experiencing biking and skating to its fullest.  Learn more and visit our blog here... Pedego City Commuter Videos & Overview Pedego's Product Video & Transcrip …

Thanks for checking out this post! This blog is a part of a larger series of electric-specific blogs. If you find yourself needing more information on electric bikes or electric skateboards, head on over to our new electric website,  electricbikeplace.com. Electric Bike Place is all about having fun and experiencing biking and skating to its fullest.  Learn more and visit our blog here... Haibike Participating in the World's Greatest & Hardest Enduro Race Running …

Thanks for checking out this post! This blog is a part of a larger series of electric-specific blogs. If you find yourself needing more information on electric bikes or electric skateboards, head on over to our new electric website,  electricbikeplace.com. Electric Bike Place is all about having fun and experiencing biking and skating to its fullest.  Learn more and visit our blog here... Pedego Interceptor Electric Bike: Overviews, Specs, & Reviews Pedego's Interc …

North Ace Foil Kite - The High Performance Foil Kite Are you looking to step-up your game and enter the foiling world? North is giving you the opportunity to experience a huge wind range, fast turning, durability, hangtime, and easy water relaunching all packed in one kite: the Ace Foil Kite.  Riders can enjoy the Ace either with a foilboard or a twin tip. It's perfect for intermediate to advanced riders.  Hint: Pair the Ace with the Slingshot Hypermiler Foil Board and …

Thanks for checking out this post! This blog is a part of a larger series of electric-specific blogs. If you find yourself needing more information on electric bikes or electric skateboards, head on over to our new electric website,  electricbikeplace.com. Electric Bike Place is all about having fun and experiencing biking and skating to its fullest.  Learn more and visit our blog here... Riding Haibike in the Smallest Town in the World Croatia is a hodgepodge of cult …

Thanks for checking out this post! This blog is a part of a larger series of electric-specific blogs. If you find yourself needing more information on electric bikes or electric skateboards, head on over to our new electric website,  electricbikeplace.com. Electric Bike Place is all about having fun and experiencing biking and skating to its fullest.  Learn more and visit our blog here... Riding in Italy With Haibike It's time to get riding, and what better place than …

Thanks for checking out this post! This blog is a part of a larger series of electric-specific blogs. If you find yourself needing more information on electric bikes or electric skateboards, head on over to our new electric website,  electricbikeplace.com. Electric Bike Place is all about having fun and experiencing biking and skating to its fullest.  Learn more and visit our blog here... Climbing Over Expectations With Haibike's Yamaha Motor Have you ever looked towa …

In the second episode Blake gives us a glimpse into his life on a sailboat in Key West. Kite dreamsQuit your job, move somewhere south. Pick up a sailboat and spend your days kiteboarding with friends. Live a care-free life. It sounds impossible, I know. I'm here to tell you it's not. Four years ago I moved to the Florida Keys. Since then I've lived in more than a few apartments and surfed a lot of couches, some nicer than others. Along the way, I've learned a lot about myself and made …

Thanks for checking out this post! This blog is a part of a larger series of electric-specific blogs. If you find yourself needing more information on electric bikes or electric skateboards, head on over to our new electric website,  electricbikeplace.com. Electric Bike Place is all about having fun and experiencing biking and skating to its fullest.  Learn more and visit our blog here... Haibike Shredding in Utah Powerful performance...that's the Haibike way. This ne …

In his first episode of "How Tues", Tucker goes over the Cabrinha Overdrive Adjustable Control Bar with Recoil and Fireball. Wow, that's a mouth full. Fortunately the bar is easier to use than it is to pronounce. Cabrinha kiteboarding has quite a few bar offerings and for some, particularly new riders it can be a little daunting. Fear not, it's actually easier than you think. In this video Tucker breaks down how simple all the Cabrinha Control Bars are to operate. Let's start with the C …