The KiteSites.com Series - For Kiters... By Kiters

Kite Soldier: Idaho's Awesome Snowkiting Location

Wed, 2 Dec 2009 15:22:00 GMT

Monte Andrew Goldman is at it again. Summer may be over, but there's lots of extreme fun ahead -- Here's the dates and a little bit of video from the 2009 event. Yes it's time to think about snowkiting!

US Open Snowkite Masters - Now On DVD

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 14:57:00 GMT

Featured earlier this year on KiteSites.com, âthe US Open Snowkite Masters" has been re-mastered and is now available in DVD! If you act now, you'll also get our award winning film from 2007. "ABDUCTED BY THE WIND".

COOL wAves of South Beach: Kitesurf Newport Oregon

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 05:35:00 GMT

If you like waves, don't miss South Beach Newport. Surfers got here first, so leave plenty of room for the locals...

zEphyr

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 16:17:00 GMT

A larger kite for lighter winds... See how Ozone's new Zephyr opens new kitsurfing opportunities.

Kitesurfing North Carolina: Wings around KittyHawk

Thu, 3 Sep 2009 14:06:00 GMT

Kitesurfers from all over the world go out of their way to ride the winds of the Outer Banks. Yes, there is flat water and it can work for kiters of all skill levels. Check out one of the most popular KiteSites in the world!

Nitinat: A Hidden Gem for Kitesurfers

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 22:06:00 GMT

Nitinat is British Columbia's hidden gem. It's not easy to get here, but beginners and advanced kitesurfers love it!

coming soon: Nitinat

jc@abductedbythewind.com — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 06:20:00 GMT

Get ready for some of the best kitesurfing on the planet.

Snowkiters on Snowboards: The U.S. titles

jc@abductedbythewind.com — Sun, 5 Jul 2009 23:23:00 GMT

Race with the best... More from Skyline. Which snowboarder will win the US Snowkite Masters?

Jacob Buzianis, Ettiene Lotte, Billy Bordy, Heather Schenck, Clarrisa Hempel, Arla Funk and others race for a national title.

Kiter vs Bear: Snowkiting near Yellowstone

Fri, 5 Jun 2009 05:47:00 GMT

You can't kite in Yellowstone, but just outside the park, you will find some awesome kitesites. There still may be snow on the ground, but watch out for the bears! See how Montana snowkiter Noah Poritz kept from becoming bear bait...

The Men's Kite-Skier Cross: 2009 US Snowkite Open

jc@abductedbythewind.com — Fri, 15 May 2009 17:42:00 GMT

More from the one of the most awesome snowkiting events on the planet! It's about snowkiting in Utah's backcountry. It's also about nameing a National Champion at the US Snowkite Open! See why snowkiters from all over come to Skyline!

Idaho in April

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 03:04:00 GMT

Previously, we took you some of the best snowkiting events on the planet. This time, the snow is a little thin, but we thought you might like one last look at Idaho's Camas before it's all gone. Plus - a special announcement about snowkiting on TV!

WOMEN'S SNOWKITE SKIER CROSS: The U.S. Open from Skyline Utah

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:56:00 GMT

It's a snowkite race caught on video, check out the Women's Skier Cross! From the 2009 U.S. Snowkite Open in Skyline Utah, this episode from KiteSites.com highlights why kitesurfers and snowkiters from all over the world go out of their way to explore Utah's perfect terrain.

about BIG AIR SNOWKITING

Thu, 26 Mar 2009 02:35:00 GMT

Snowkiters can get big air but it's not for everyone. Take Lessons, stay on the ground, stay safe!

US Snowkite Open: The Winduro

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 10:52:00 GMT

Snowkiters from all over the world compete in Skyline Utah! Brian and Heather Schenck welcome snow kiters to the 2009 U.S. Open. Lots of Kites - Lots of fun! Who will win this year's WINDURO?

Snowkite Soldier 2009: Snowkiters have an EPIC WEEKEND

jc@abductedbythewind.com — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 08:10:00 GMT

Hundreds of windriders accepted Monty's invitation to one of the best snowkiting events in history. Kiters won prizes and had extreme fun. If you were at Snowkite Soldier, you'll remember the high-flying glides and big smiles. If you couldn't make it, this is what you missed. Andrew Monty Goldman did an amazing job bringing snowkiters from everywhere to Idaho's frozen playground.

Snowkiting Skyline

Wed, 18 Feb 2009 06:51:00 GMT

If you're into snowkiting, you'll want to check out the Snowkite Masters in Skyline Utah. Brian and Heather are going out of their way to make sure everyone has a great time. The snow is awesome and world class kiters will be competing for National Titles. Come on out to Skyline February 27 - March 1 2009!

Big Air over Snowkite Soldier

jc@abductedbythewind.com — Sun, 15 Feb 2009 15:26:00 GMT

Andrew Monty Goldman invites you to snowkite soldier. Yes that's him over one of the many glidable hills in Idaho's Camas Valley. If you're not a high flyer don't worry, there's lots of gentle terrain also. BTW, snow conditions here are perfect with more on the way

Snow kiting in Idaho: SO FAR THIS YEAR

jc — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 04:37:00 GMT

The snow and wind bring snowkiters into a frozen playground. See the extreme fun and get together with us in Idaho's backcountry. Check out Snowkite Soldier - better yet, get here for the event!

Kitesurfing in the Mediterranean: A Day in Sardinia

jc@abductedbythewind.com — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 05:47:00 GMT

Kitesurfers from all over the world go out of their way to ride the winds of Sardinia. Yes, that would be the Mistral Wind between Sardinia and Corsica. Check out one of the most beautiful KiteSites in the world!

Ryan Likes his Flexifoil

jc@abductedbythewind.com — Wed, 7 Jan 2009 01:16:00 GMT

The Kitesites.com series is looking at different types of kites. Ryan, a kitesurfer from Idaho, tells you why he likes his Flexifoil.

SNOWKITING is ON

Wed, 24 Dec 2008 16:43:00 GMT

It's official, The 2008/2009 SNOWKITING season begins in Idaho and the KiteSites.com Series has the VIDS to prove it. The snow will get better, but here's a sweet little taste of the season ahead!

SNOW KITERS who make it HAPPEN

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 17:12:00 GMT

Here's to the people who go out of their way to make snowkiting fun and available to everyone!

THIS is why we snowkite

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 01:34:00 GMT

Perfect terrain, Perfect wind, Get ready for snow! If you love the cold you'll love this video, but even if you're a hardcore warm-weather kitesurfer who would never leave your tropical beach, you've got to see WHY WE SNOWKITE.

Jack Likes his Slingshot

Mon, 3 Nov 2008 14:28:00 GMT

The Kitesites.com series is looking at different types of kites. Jack, a kitesurfer from Idaho, tells you why he likes his slingshot.

Jetty Magic

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 20:45:00 GMT

It's Beautiful. The wind is good. See why Jetty Island is one of Seattle's favorite places to kitesurf. Advanced riders love it and beginners do well at Jetty Island.

I LIKE MY KITE: Real kitesurfers tell you what kite they fly and why they like it!

Fri, 3 Oct 2008 01:21:00 GMT

Lots of kites, lots of choices. Kitesurfers who fly Peter Lynn, Naish, Ozone, Flexifoil and Slingshot, tell you why they like their kite. If you like your kite, here's an opportunity to tell the world!

SQUAMiSH RuLES

Tue, 16 Sep 2008 07:12:00 GMT

More from British Columbia's favorite KiteSite. See how the Squamish Wind Sports Society goes out of it's way to make sure everyone has a good time.

kite SQUAMiSH

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 19:01:00 GMT

Squamish is known for it's scenery - and oh yeah - the wind is perfect. Check out the flat water, the shear beauty, and the local wind sports community at one of British Columbia's most spectacular KiteSites! The KiteSites.com Series For Kiters... By Kiters...

THEY'RE BACK - gorge games

Fri, 8 Aug 2008 20:54:00 GMT

Hood River at it's best! The gorge games are back - and so are dozens of world class kiters. Kiters appreciate the strong winds and the friendly atmosphere filled with kites.

THe SeCReT eSTuARY

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 06:54:00 GMT

It's Beautiful. It's uncrowded. A hidden inlet near Penasco turns out to be a great kitesite.

PLAY by PLAY at Wildcat

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 13:16:00 GMT

The Gulf coast of Texas can be hot as hell, but the experts keep coming back. Rocky Chatwell, Jon Van Malsen, and others talk about Wildcat, just down the beach from Corpus Christi, TX.

WELCOME to WILDCAT

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 01:12:00 GMT

The Gulf coast of Texas can get hotter than hell, but for kiters, it's a slice of heaven. You'll see why the experts keep coming back. The KiteSites.com Series takes you there - WELCOME to WILDCAT!

coming soon - A DAY AT WILDCAT

Sun, 1 Jun 2008 06:13:00 GMT

Next episode - Meet world class kiters and see the extreme fun just East of Corpus Christi, Texas.

Ride in the Sky

Sat, 17 May 2008 13:58:00 GMT

The Kitesites.com Series puts you in the harness! Fly with the experts over a frozen playground. brings you more big air!

MASSIVE BIG AIR - A Gliding Adventure

Fri, 2 May 2008 16:21:00 GMT

At Last - some of the biggest air you've ever seen on skis and snowboards! The KiteSites.com series is back with a snowkiting adventure that takes you to the heights.

COMING SOON - massive BIG AIR

Sat, 29 Mar 2008 15:12:00 GMT

We're working on it now and it's as AWESOME as it gets! Here's a sneak peak at the MASSIVE BIG AIR you'll get in the next posting...

SKYLINE Masters

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 03:59:00 GMT

If you've never been around some of the world's best kiters (snow or water) don't miss this epic weekend at skyline! The peak of the season is caught on tape. If you were there, use this video to show your friends what extreme fun means! The kitesites.com podcast - for kiters, by kiters, about kiting.

into the BACKCOUNTRY

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 20:11:00 GMT

Snowkite Soldier's (February 23, 2008) tested kiters as never before. Kitesites is going deeper into Idaho's backcountry. Kiters climb peaks and make their way through the course. Check out the wind-powered race through Idaho's frozen wilderness. Find out how far the winner traveled and what his top speed was!

a SECRET no more

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 21:08:00 GMT

Kiters are finding out about it and they're coming from all over to check it out. This time, the kitesites.com free video podcast takes you right into Idaho's backcountry. Sit back and enjoy some of the most scenic, diverse and challenging snow covered terrain in the USA. Plus - Warm water and light winds bring the crowds to Huntington Beach. But not when we were there. Meet a few kiters who can ride this southern California kitesite in strong wind and cold water.

Let the COLD WIND BLOW

Tue, 5 Feb 2008 07:22:00 GMT

First tracks on a BRAND NEW KITESITE... There's plenty of powder and plenty of wind. This place is HUGE! Join us east of Boise to break it in...

CHOLLA plus BACKCOUNTRY SNOWKITING

Tue, 22 Jan 2008 22:18:00 GMT

Flat water, nice weather, reliable winds - Penasco has a lot to offer! PLUS - BACKCOUNTRY SNOWKITING in Idaho! It's an opportunity to explore one of the best winter kitesites anywhere!

POWER and POWDER

Fri, 18 Jan 2008 07:22:00 GMT

Our next episode will take you kitesurfing in the Sea of Cortez, but first, take a sneak peek at an awesome week at one of our favorite kitesites...

Ticket to Tarifa - plus - Snowkite Basecamp

Wed, 26 Dec 2007 05:08:00 GMT

SNOWKITE in Idaho. KITESURF in Southern Spain. The season is on! More Great Shots - More Extreme Fun. Meet the riders and learn something new. Post a comment, we'd love to hear about your favorite kitesite. Thanks for making the kitesites.com free video podcast one of the leading kiteboarding podcasts in iTunes.

TIME for TARIFA

Mon, 3 Dec 2007 02:57:00 GMT

Famous for wind that never stops, Tarifa attracts kiters from all over the world. This kitesite works all year long. Have an epic session, take a lesson, or just hang out on the beach. You'll be glad you made "TIME for TARIFA."

SnowDreamer

Mon, 12 Nov 2007 01:27:00 GMT

Take advantage of the power of the wind on a frozen landscape. A snowkiting adventure is waiting to take you away. Always something new from the kitesites.com free video podcast!

LAKE on the SNAKE

Tue, 23 Oct 2007 06:35:00 GMT

The winds at CJ Strike can be crazy, but the locals keep coming back. -- And more cool VIDS from a snowkiting paradise.

The RIVER The LAKE & The SNOW

Tue, 9 Oct 2007 04:25:00 GMT

Previously, we took you to Manzanita, Hood River, and Roosevelt. This time, check out the nuking wind at 3 mile, get more great shots from Lucky Peak as an awesome season somes to an end, and preview the extreme fun ahead -- Yes it's time to think about snowkiting!

Ready FoR Roosevelt

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 05:43:00 GMT

Here's what you need to know before you make the trip to this awesome kitesite. See if you are you READY FOR ROOSEVELT!

ONLY HOOD RIVER

Tue, 4 Sep 2007 11:17:00 GMT

A new look at an old kitesite. See why the locals keep coming back to Hood River...

Manzanita Rocks

jc@abductedbythewind.com — Sun, 19 Aug 2007 01:53:00 GMT

Mnazanita is more than big waves and cold water. See why beginners do well here too.

Lucky Peak--Chapter 2

jc@abductedbythewind.com — Thu, 2 Aug 2007 11:14:00 GMT

More from Lucky Peak kitesite is revealed. A desert lake in Idaho is not for beginners but is a great place to play. Get in on a conversation about jumping.

Lucky Peak--Chapter 1

jc@abductedbythewind.com — Mon, 30 Jul 2007 23:44:00 GMT

An unknown kitesite is revealed. Get ready to ride lucky peak. A desert lake in Idaho turns out to be a great spot for kiteboarding. Reliable winds, warm water and local kiters set the stage for extreme fun.