For this week's Tip Tuesday, we are giving those of you who are intermediate riders some help and advice on how to land your first Backroll. Have you been wanting to spice up your riding but are struggling to figure out where to start? With Instagram feeds full of advanced tricks such as KGB's, Megaloop's, and Board Off's, it can be hard to figure out how to even start doing tricks while kiteboarding. Today we will be giving you advice on how to land your first Backroll. To s

Have you ever put up your kite and wondered why it felt like it was flying strange? Maybe you thought you were having an off day? Or maybe you didn't inflate it enough? Maybe you accidently attached your kite to the wrong knots? But it couldn't possibly be the gear, or could it? Kite line maintenance is incredibly important and something we often forget to check on a regular basis. If your kite ever feels like it's flying strange, be sure to check your lines. Or better yet, i

Have you been wanting to hit the beach by yourself for the first time, but are worried about not having someone to land your kite? For this #tiptuesday, we are talking self landing! To safely self land your kite, follow these easy steps: Pull your release just like you do for the self rescue procedure with your kite resting on the water. Now that your kite is flagged out, work your way hand over hand down the safety line until you reach your kite. Once at your kite, move it o

Welcome to Tip Tuesday, a weekly post by Oregon Kiteboarding with tips to help your riding progress. Each week, we will be presenting you with tips about everything from water starts to strapless airs. If you find yourself still struggling, consider booking a Customized Private Lesson and let one of our IKO certified instructors help you reach your goals. If there is a particular skill you would like tips on, feel free to let us know by commenting here or on our latest Tip T