Wave kiteboarding, also known as wave kitesurfing or kite wave riding, is a style of kitesurfing most people go all in to. The wave kites are different than the other models, since they are stronger and need to be able to drift more.
An easy and quick Re-launch is very important. This all is extra important since you’ll crash your kite and wave will crash over it. That’s why wave kites are stronger build, the stand those hard conditions.
Below you’ll find the best kites for wave riding.
We firmly believe that the Duotone NEO D/lab distinguishes itself as the paramount choice for wave riders searching for the finest kite available on the market today.
This kite’s remarkably lightweight build, an attribute that in no way compromises its robust nature, has been crafted from the most resilient material. This feature ensures that, should the kite find itself in a crash, you can rapidly and effectively relaunch it back into the skies.
One of the kite’s most striking features is its extraordinary drifting capability. The featherlight construction of the kite, a key aspect of its design, ensures that it can remain aloft for an extended period. This is true even when the tension in the line becomes momentarily nonexistent. This ability to remain airborne for extended periods while maintaining control makes the Duotone NEO D/lab an absolute joy to handle.
Furthermore, this kite benefits from the use of Aluula, a material renowned for its strength and resilience. When compared to other commonly used materials in kite construction, Aluula holds the upper hand. Its superior strength reduces the likelihood of breakage, even under the most demanding conditions. This results in a kite that not only performs exceptionally well but is also remarkably durable. In essence, the Duotone NEO D/lab offers wave riders an unmatched combination of performance, reliability, and control.
In our test the second best kite was the Core Section 4. It scores very well on all the above features, but is slightly heavier than the Neo. But with the lower price in mind still an amazing good option.
If you are looking for a new or an used wave kite. Make sure to really buy a kites which is designed for wave riding. So it’s strong enough the survive waves, because the other kites will be ripped apart after a few big waves!
Fluid, Ventum, Harlem are all brands that focus on cheap kites. They save money on smaller teams, marketing budget, R&D but still use the same factories as the big guys. But also even provide you with good service. We would definitly recommand you to get started on some of those kites if you don’t want to get started on the second hand market.