For reference. la Ventana is another go to that is pretty flat.

I kited at Teach Beach on Maui once but it was in the summer and so without a lot of swell if I recall.

What’s a good spot that isn’t exposed to big swell in January? I ordinarily kite in SF Bay and while the ebb chop gets to 2-4 feet, 8-10 is beyond my comfort zone.

SF East Bay Kiter (Alameda, Albany, Sherman).

Will be down in Claremont in August, after which I’d like to get a few days on the water “somewhere” down that way. Could be San Diego, LA, Santa Barbara, Pismo....

What spots are windy, not real wavy, and have beginner/intermediate conditions?

What are good, flatter water spots near Akumal?

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Thu Sep 06, 2018 1:58 am

Wide, low rocker boards helps a lot when starting. Doesn't have to be long. Gives you more early planning and time to move your feet around.

Any chance of a link to an example ?

You don't need anything fancy to get started. I tried a couple of friends directionals with straps early on but did not like them. Then tried an old regular surfboard bought for $100 and obviously strapless, and it was great. Finally got a Naish Global 6 ft directional and still ride it, putting st...

Hi all I’m reasonably competent on a TT and made a couple of unsuccessful attempts at foiling. I’ve heard that a surfboard, with its more balanced weight distribution could be a good way to progress and it would give me more range in lighter air with smaller kites. What’s a good unidirectional surfb...