Windsurfing & Kiteboarding

Windsurfing  and kitesurfing  (also known as kiteboarding ) are two great sports for extreme wind and water lovers. Unlike waterskiing  or wakeboarding,  you don't need any boat to pull you, and unlike surfing, you are not limited to the water. Rather you have much more upward mobility. Keep in mind that while these sports are related, they do require different equipment that is specifically geared towards each one. One rule of thumb that goes for both of these sports is that the equipment is often quite costly and often training or professional instruction is recommended.

Follow these links to find out more about what equipment you will need to get started.

Windsurfing Equipment	Kiteboarding Equipment

Other Water Essentials

Beachwear For the beginner, all you really need to wear is a good swimsuit.	Wetsuit You may want to try out a wetsuit if you plan to board in chillier waters.	Sun Protection No matter what the temperature, you will absolutely want to wear sunblock.