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Section	Description
Introduction	Information about the handbook
FAQ	Frequently Asked Question
Gear	Kitesurfing gear selection, maintenance and usage
Kitesurfing styles	A brief description of kitesurfing styles
Progression and skills	Progression examples and descripion of some skills - basic to intermediate
Resources and links	Links to additional sources of information on kitesurfing
Safety	Safety procedures, guidelines and equipment
Top tips	The top tips for safe and enjoyable kitesurfing
Travel	Information on how to pack and travel for kitesurfing holidays
Weather	Assess weather and wind conditions for kitesurfing
Wind	Wind directions and wind theory

Beginners or those interested in learning kitesurfing might like to initially read:

Introduction - get the buzz
FAQ - to find answers to your burning questions
Learn about wind
Progression and skills - The basics
Safety - maximise your enjoyment and safety
Gear - mandatory items required
Top tips - to get you going
Weather - to stay safe
Kitesurfers - see some of the world's best kitesurfers in action and read about what inspires them

Experienced and intermediate kiters might like to:

Review the Gear section for tips
Look at more specialised gear such as GPS devices and kitecams
Read about intermediate skills such as jumping, self landing and self launching your kite
Review Safety guidelines and information, particularly clearance and right of way rules
Learn about kitesurfing storm fronts and handling challenging weather conditions
Use the Travel section to help plan and pack for a kitesurfing holiday to an exotic location.

If you can't find the information you are after in this handbook, visit Resources and links to find it elsewhere.

Subpages (2): Beginners Intermediate

Kitesurfing Handbook