Getting started with kitesurfing is a fantastic experience. One of the most important decisions you’ll make is choosing the right kite size. That choice determines your safety, your performance, and how much fun you’ll have on the water. To help you make the right choice, we’ve put together a list of the best kite sizes to buy when you’re just starting out.

Recommended kite sizes

The kite size depends mainly on your body weight and the wind conditions. If you're buying your first kite, you should also consider how many kites you want to buy. The table below provides recommendations for those buying one or two kites.

This is based on a beginner kitesurfer using a twintip.