As Women’s History Month comes to a close, conversations around visibility and representation feel especially relevant; not just in traditional spaces, but in places where they are still actively being built. One of those spaces is kiteboarding. I had the opportunity to talk with Frances “La Fran” Rivera, a Sales Manager for Eleveight in South … Continued
Shop for Travel Day at Kitty Hawk Kites Plan, browse, and pre-book your Outer Banks adventures This is your shopping guide for Outer Banks recreation—built for travelers who are planning ahead and asking the big question: “What can we do when we’re there?” Think of this as a curated adventure shop, not a schedule for … Continued
Although summer has come to a close and the crisp air of fall is rolling in, that doesn’t mean the fun is over on the Outer Banks! In fact, autumn is one of the best times to visit due to fewer crowds, cooler temperatures, and gorgeous golden sunsets. So, grab your coziest crewneck, your favorite … Continued
Anna Tedesco is an adventure pilot. She lives her life with purpose and intention. Anna is a sponsored skier, a certified pilot, an avid kite surfer, and former Kitty Hawk Kites tug pilot. Her story is not just about achieving great heights in her career. It’s also about learning to appreciate life’s ups and downs … Continued
Perhaps you have never heard the phrase before. But understanding how the wind window works is critical to flying and safely landing your kite. Understanding the Wind Window The wind window is a quarter of a sphere. The bottom is the ground in front of you. The window then extends straight overhead (12 o’clock), all … Continued
The Outer Banks feature some of the best downwinders in North America, and arguably, in the entire world. Riding through the marsh channels along the island is something all kiteboarders need to experience. For those that are unaware, a downwinder is when you drive to a spot where you kite downwind from one destination to … Continued
My name is Sean and I started working for Kitty Hawk Kites in May as a marketing intern. I decided to try kiteboarding because I was excited to receive the opportunity to work in the Outer Banks. I am originally from Northern New Jersey and mostly spent summers at numerous beaches along the Jersey Shore. Before … Continued
We look forward every year to hosting outstanding events for our Outer Banks guests. This year our events will look a little different in order to keep everyone safe. For now, we are asking everyone attending any of our events to wear a face covering and maintain social distancing. We also have had to reschedule … Continued
want more than the beach? kitty hawk kites has you covered! The majority of visitors to the Outer Banks typically book their week-long vacation in advance in anticipation of putting their tired feet in the sand while taking in the majestic views of the crystal clear Atlantic Ocean. But as it happens each year, around … Continued
While the rest of the Outer Banks begins to slow down as winter approaches, the kiteboarding world heats up. And it’s no wonder . . . the winds are shifting to the north and they’ll hold steady between 12-20mph for two or three days in a row. Not the best conditions for swimming and it … Continued
