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Hi, I'm some what new to the Bay Area & just got into wind kiting. I'm looking at buying my first set of gear.
What is a good size to practice on for coast riding??.
I come from a strong breed line of snowboarding some I'm familiar with stance, style , & technique . But size not sure.
Any advise will help & shops I can go check out.

Thanks in advance .
Bobby light

If you're mainly riding at Waddell anything with boots should work

Also, you may be interested in the beginners' forum which has tips on technique, gear, where to learn, etc.

https://www.bayareakiteboarding.com/for ... m.php?f=42

Bobby light! welcome to the bay!
As a beginner, maverick would be a great place to practice your body dragging skills.
But I'm surprised, I heard you were already practicing 4 inches strapless air, why go back to TT?

As a beginner, you'll have an easier time heading one direction more than the other, moreso in your strong stance. That's exactly what a 'directional' is for rathan than a twin tip, which is for people who can go both ways. I'd say 6'6" or longer.

And as you'll be body dragging at Mavs, you'll want a go-joe so your board blows back to you.

Make sure you get all the footage learning on your go-pro.

2013 is going to be all about boots on surfboards. Get on the program now and you'll be ahead of the curve.


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I think you should only buy a kite for now. Use your snowboard with two pair of booties (that's how i learned) until you figure out your riding style. I have a Wikipa 2 lines with a lot of depower for cheap if you're interested...