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Standup Paddle Basics 101

How to Stand Up Paddle - the fundaments that set you on the right path

How to put a camera on you Standup Paddle Board

There are some awesome videos coming from the front of Stand Up Paddle boards whilst in the waves. Wondered how they get the view - this is how!

Learning more about swivels - Part 2

The low-down on three-way and snap swivels

Kitesurfing Terminology & Lingo

Chicken loop? A loop when you're scared? All the terms explained.

How to self land your kite

Self landing a kite is handy skill to have...

How to take photos from your kite

Use the KiteCam to take aerial photos from the centre strut of your kite

How to ride waves on a SUP

Great tutorial on how to catch waves on your Standup Paddle Board

What fish is that?! Books to help identify fish species

Not sure what book can help you with fish identification? This article looks at four popular Aussie favourites that will get you on your way.

Wave Riding Tips by Ben Wilson - Part 2

Kitesurfing Wave Tips # 2 - Thanks to all those who sent questions after the last article.

Safe Kiting Guidelines

Use the C.L.E.A.R. guidelines for a safe day out

Snow kiting New Zealand's South Island

Discover kitesurfing in NZ

Fishing Tackle Maintenance - Part 2

Part 2 of this series looks at maintaining rods and line

How to turn your Standup Paddle Board

Going in a line is easy - learn how to turn your stand up paddle board with these videos

Getting into the zone: bean to spoon sinkers explain

Part 2 of a series on sinkers

How to gybe a surfboard

If you're about to gybe (jibe) a surfboard then this is for you. For any budding kitesurfing transitioning from a twintip, or using a surfboard for the first time.

Fishing Tackle Maintenance - Part 1

Looking for some tips for maintaining your gear? Start here for tips on reel care.

Choosing the right fin for your SUP

Changing the fin placement in your SUP can change the feel of the board in the surf

Should I join a kiting association?

Kiting Associations exist to help their members - why should you join?

How to read runners on your Stand Up Paddle board

Some handy tips for riding swells when you're doing a downwinder on your SUP.

Getting out through the surf on your SUP

Your standup paddle board is a bit bigger than a shortboard, so a few pointers on getting out through the surf...

How to "duck tack" your surfboard

An alternative to gybing your surfboard while kitesurfing is the tack...

Wave Riding Tips by Ben Wilson - Part 3

In this article we will cover 2 advanced kitesurfing moves plus some survival tips when it all goes wrong.

Miscellaneous

A history of weather discovery

We all take forecasting and weather for granted these days. Have humans always had such a clear understanding of weather?

Boards for Stand Up Paddle

What are the different boards available for Stand Up Paddle Surfing?

Should I use a board leash?

If you come from a surfing background, it's tempting to use a board leash - find out why not.

Getting out through a beach break...

Heading out in the surf for the first time, maybe at a local beach break? Some great tips from the crew in the forums about how to kitesurf your way out through the sets...

Setting Up a Kite Camera

How to easily setup your own kite camera

What fish is that?! Sites to help identify fish species

Part 2 of the article looking at resources available for fish identification

Right of Way Rules

There's a kiter coming straight at you - what happens? What about wave riding?

Getting into the zone: snapper and star sinkers explained

Part 1 of a series on sinkers

Wave Riding Tips - Backhand, by Ben Wilson

Kitesurfing tips on backhand riding in waves by Ben Wilson

Cutting your Stand Up Paddle to the right size

Thinking about resizing your brand new carbon Stand Up Paddle? Read On..

History of Stand Up Paddle

The "new" sport Stand Up Paddle may not be as old as you think

Miscellaneous

Avoid car break ins

Some valuable common sense tips to reduce the risk of a car break in at the beach.

Learning more about swivels - Part 1

The low-down on crane, barrel, box and ballbearing swivels.

Do I need kitesurfing lessons?

Should I learn of my mates, or get lessons, or...

Kite relaunch technique videos

These two short clips are basic crash courses on relaunching a kite.

How To Paddle your Stand Up Paddle Board

Fantastic 3 parts series on the correct techniques to paddle your Stand Up Paddle board. Prevent Injury, go faster, go longer by using your body & paddle optimally.

Winter Weather Warning for new Kitesurfers

Take care with winter winds - they can change radically, both in direction and speed. Wind speed can double in an instant.