Freeride Kiteboarding is the most popular and versatile discipline in kitesurfing.
The focus lies on smooth riding, control, and comfort rather than complex tricks or competitions.
The goal: to glide effortlessly and safely across the water, enjoy your jumps, and play with the wind.

Typical features of Freeride:

• High stability and easy relaunch

• Smooth power delivery and comfortable handling

• Suitable for a wide range of wind conditions

Our Freeride Kites give you exactly that: Reliable performance, full control, and endless fun in every session.

A Freeride Kite is designed to be easy to fly, stable in gusty winds, and smooth to control.
It blends features from allround and freestyle kites but prioritises comfort and stability over extreme power or technical tricks.

Differences compared to other kite types:

• Freestyle Kites: more explosive pop and direct handling for tricks

• Wave Kites: faster and more agile, with less pull for wave riding

• Freeride Kites: balanced, powerful, and easy to steer, perfect for relaxed sessions

A classic example is the Duotone Evo, the best-selling kite in this discipline, known for its stability, smooth power, and forgiving flight characteristics.

The best Freeride Kites combine safety, effortless control, and smooth power delivery.

Our top recommendations:

• Duotone Evo: the most versatile all-round & freeride kite with balanced handling

• Duotone Rebel SLS: for advanced riders focused on Big Air and hangtime

• Duotone Neo: stable, lightweight, and ideal for soft freeride sessions in waves

All models feature durable materials (Trinity TX / Penta TX), precise steering, and easy relaunch performance.

The ideal size depends on your weight, local wind conditions, and riding style:

Freeride Kites are perfect for beginners, progressing riders, and anyone who values stability, comfort, and easy control.

They’re ideal if you:

• Prefer safe and forgiving kite behaviour

• Are still refining your technique

• Enjoy long, relaxed sessions

• Want to learn jumps and manoeuvres with ease

Advanced riders also use Freeride Kites as their everyday setup thanks to their reliable performance in all wind conditions.

To get the best experience in Freeride kiteboarding, your setup should include:

• Freeride Kite, e.g. Duotone Evo

• Kiteboard with medium rocker, moderate flex, and smooth control (e.g. Duotone Jaime SLS)

• Bar & Lines – medium line length (20–24 m) for stable handling (e.g. Duotone Click Bar)

• Harness with comfortable fit and strong back support

• Wetsuit & Impact Vest for safety and warmth

This setup ensures balance, comfort, and control for every session, in any wind.