What is kite surfing?
Q: What is kite surfing?
A: Kite surfing or kiteboarding is a water sport that uses the wind to pull a rider on the water surface on a small surfboard or a kiteboard.
Q: What does a kitesurfer need to do the sport?
A: A kitesurfer uses a board with or without foot-straps or bindings, combined with the power of a large controllable kite to propel the rider and the board across the water.
Q: Are there different styles of kiteboarding?
A: Yes, there are a number of different styles of kiteboarding such as waveriding, freestyle, freeride, jumping, and cruising.
Q: How many kitesurfers were estimated in 2006?
A: In 2006, the number of kitesurfers has been estimated at around 150,000 to 210,000.
Q: How many inflatable kites were sold in 2006?
A: In 2006, 114,465 inflatable kites were sold.
Q: What is waveriding in the context of kiteboarding?
A: Waveriding is a style of kiteboarding designed to suit kitesurfers and conditions.
Q: What are some other styles of kiteboarding?
A: Some other styles of kiteboarding include freestyle, freeride, jumping, and cruising.