We absolutely love kitesurfing, which is why such a huge part of Extreme Nomads is dedicated to this amazing sport! From the best spots to take kitesurfing lessons and kitesurfing holidays to finding the best kitesurfing gear and equipment on the market, we try to answer as many questions you may have in the most detailed way possible!
Choosing gifts for kitesurfers just got easier. Let me start by saying, I know why you’re here. You’ve worked out that kitesurfers are simultaneously the best and worst people to buy gifts for (best because we love our gadgets and gear, worst because we’re so bloody particular about them). As Read more…
Kitesurfing in the Maldives is dream-worthy stuff. I ain’t foolin’ anyone by saying I haven’t wasted an exorbitant amount of time googling tropical kiteboarding locations and dreaming up future trips. Because I have, and I do, and honestly? ‘Waste’ is HARDLY the word I’d use to describe that time. Especially Read more…
Kitesurfing in Vietnam is worth writing home about The wind is strong, the weather is warm, and the beer is cheap. …and did we mention the length of the coastline? (it’s 3,444 km, FYI). By all accounts, kiteboarding in Vietnam is awesome. Season for kitesurfing in Vietnam The wind blows Read more…
Kitesurfing in Ireland is wild. Introduction by Grace Austin, editor of Extreme Nomads; main article by Ugne Kaskelyte Perched on the westerly fringes of Europe, Ireland’s windswept, wave-battered coastline is a place of legend and lore. It’s a paradise — a cold water paradise — that promises to satisfy everything Read more…
A big thank you to the contributors on our Siargao Island series: Kathrin Borgwardt, Hendrik Van de Perre, Tom Soupart, and William Bourget. Siargao kitesurfing in all about its flat water lagoon, world class waves, and gentle breeze. “Siargao is a waterman’s paradise” says Hendrik Van de Perre enthusiastically, “and Read more…
From the sand dunes of Morocco to the wave battered shores of Mauritius, kitesurfing camps are popping up around the world faster than groupies at a Guns n’ Roses gig (but ummm, that’s a topic for a different post, I guess). For those of you looking to dive into the Read more…
Travelling to Thailand? Check out the best kite spots in the country! Remember that island that Roger Moore jetted off to in The Man with the Golden Gun? Oh yeah, that was in Thailand. And remember that insanely beautiful place where Leo DiCaprio went totally bananas in The Beach? Am Read more…
Thinking about doing some kitesurfing in Hua Hin? Here’s what you need to know to get started. Hua Hin has long held the coveted spot as the most popular spot for kitesurfing in Thailand (though with the nearby spot of Pranburi gaining traction, there are bound to be a few Read more…
Looking for some accurate, first-hand info about kitesurfing in China? We got you covered. The world over knows little of China’s kitesurfing scene. But it’s there, baby–and it’s growing at a freaking phenomenal rate. City spots, wave spots, lagoons–heck, even tropical islands (yes, China has tropical islands; it’s a thing Read more…
Get $100 – €100 off your new GoPro Hero 8 Black, only on GoPro.com! This guide will make your search for the perfect kitesurfing wetsuit simple. Having spent the past few years beach bumming and kitesurfing in Asia, I’ve thankfully had about as much need for a wetsuit as a Read more…
Side hustle coach & avid kitesurfer Raunak Datt shares 6 kitesurfing jobs you can get started in today. Starting a side hustle is more than just having an extra income. It can also be the first step of doing what you love and getting paid for it. You’ll get better Read more…
Wondering which waterproof smartwatch is the best? Read which watches we rate — and why. If you’ve read any of our previous reviews on the world’s best watersports sunglasses or even our feature on bombproof kiteboard bags for travel, you’ll know we take our watersports accessories pretty damn seriously. And Read more…