Windy-hacks for Kitesurfers
In this Guide we've collected the most helpful features for Kitesurfers.
How to choose the kite size?
If the kite's too small, there won't be enough traction, and a too large one is dangerous.
How to choose the right one? Depends on the wind speed and your weight.
If the kite's too small, there won't be enough traction, and a too large one is dangerous.
How to choose the right one? Depends on the wind speed and your weight.
Enter your weight in settings.
Choose KITE profile in the forecast.
Now you see the size recommendations on every spot – depending on the wind speed.
How not to miss out?
Going to a spot, but not sure about the wind?
Wind speed and direction forecast is available for any spot.
Going to a spot, but not sure about the wind?
Wind speed and direction forecast is available for any spot.
Choose a model you like – we recommend the ECMWF, or the WRF8 if in Europe.
The closer the date – the more accurate the forecast.
Find out more about weather models here: READ ABOUT FORECAST MODELS
The closer the date – the more accurate the forecast.
Find out more about weather models here: READ ABOUT FORECAST MODELS
How to find out when there will be wind?
Open a spot and look at windybar.
It shows the best days for riding.
It shows the best days for riding.
You can also set up wind alerts.
Set up the alerts for your favorite spots.
How to choose the best month?
Open a spot and then – the Weather Archive.
Here you'll find forecast data since 2012!
Compare wind data for different months.
How to find company?
Alone on a spot?
Write in the spot chat.
Locals will give you advice, plus you can find company and like-minded people.
Write in the spot chat.
Locals will give you advice, plus you can find company and like-minded people.
