WA Surf Kiteboarding & Foiling Blog

The global kitesurfing community has spoken – and the message is clear: CORE sets the standard! Readers of the renowned magazines IKSurf and Tonic have named us Best Kitesurfing Brand and Best Kite Manufacturer of 2024. A true testament to our relentless pursuit of top performance, delivering exactly what riders around the world love.

Not only the brand but also our team secured top spots: Zara Hoogenraad’s fearless riding and bold performances during last year’s competitions earned her the title of Best Female Rider of 2024. For the fourth year in a row, Ben Beholz, the tireless explorer of spectacular spots, has been named Best Kitesurfing Vlogger. His captivating stories and unique perspectives continue to inspire the community.

If you're into big air kiteboarding, you'll know it's a rush like no other. There's nothing quite like catching massive air, throwing down your biggest tricks, and feeling the crowd's energy when you stick the landing. If you're chasing that high or just love watching riders push the limits, the CORE Big Air Series is where it's at.

For anyone who has tried kiteboarding, you'll agree that it is an epic sport. There's nothing better than gliding along on a windy day, launching off the water, getting some big air, or nailing your first trick. But you'll also know it can take some time to get the hang of. Read our tips to get you on the right track to progress.

Whether you’re a keen grom, a beginner looking to make your mark, an intermediate weekend warrior, or a seasoned shredder, the 2025 Duotone range offers something for every type of rider. Check out our summary of just some of the standout gear in this exciting new lineup. 

A legendary comeback for James Carew (AUS) and second place for Camille Losserand (SUI) at the Defender GKA Kite-Surf World Cup in Sylt, Germany, 20th-25th August 2024

Always wanted to try kiteboarding but need some help figuring out where to begin? We've put together a guide that covers the basics of kiteboarding, essential terminology, required equipment, safety tips, and advice on how to get started.

If you haven’t heard of her (yet!), Amber Skinner is a local kitesurfer with a super bright future ahead of her. At just 13 years old, she’s already working hard towards her huge ambitions and dreams. Read what Amber had to say about her exciting kitesurfing journey.

The Slingshot Code NXT and Slingshot Code V2. Two awesome new kites are coming to Australia just in time for our season, and you’re going to want to check them out...

Not sure what big air kite is right for you? We have compared three of the big air kites in the Ozone Kites range to help you make the right choice depending on your level and goals.

“40 knots is the goal” - Welcome Mathis Ghio!

2 x Wingfoil Racing World Champion has joined Ozone and just become Defi Wing 2024 winner in his first event on the Fusion

The world's best in Big Air descended on Bacares, France, to compete in the famed Lords of Tram event that would also count as the first event of the GKA Big Air World Championship Tour. Day 1 only tempted the athletes with contestable conditions but followed things up nicely on Day 2 with strong Tramontana winds peeking above 50kts. The strong and gusty winds tested riders to see how comfortably they could manage the challenging conditions.