For 80kg beginner.

Mainly Pearth area.

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You will have a better idea after some lessons. I was 80kg when I started. Had a 12m and 8m on a twin tip.

Considering you will want to learn on a twin tip, it is good having a big kite for 15-20 knots. 11m or 12m. I loved my 12m in that range when I started. However over 20 knots you need something smaller, say 8m or 9m.

If you want one kite maybe 10m. Try get two - 12/9m or 11/8m.

All big brands have "allrounders" which is the style of kite you will want. Get two of the same kite and one bar/lines.

Basically your 6'5 will suck.

Yes straps if you want to try surfboard.

Recommend twin tip first though.

It's good to get some hours on a trainer kite if you can borrow one from someone. When starting out kiting is all about kite control and far less about board control.

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