Boosting is a unique technique to get an upwind force by the kite and taking off the water to a certain height. On the records, it’s approx. 50 feet a person can boost if uses the right technique. This means that literally, anyone can achieve the same height if they do the techniques right.
Simple Steps To Achieve Boost
We will need to first adjust the kite and the bar and while splashing through the water, the kite needs to be directed into the right wind window to get the right push at the launch. Once that is in place, all you need to do is align with your board and the kite does all the magic. The uplift of the kite is so strong that no pressure is needed from your legs.
See, it is that simple!
Of course, the tactic of alignment and jumping will be taught to you by professionals, but I can help you in jotting some kites that are more suited to boosting and their reviews which will help you learn some of the available types in the market.
How To Choose Best Kite For Boosting
There are a few features which we can look in a kite for choosing it for a good boost and hangtime. Some of them are:
- Long wing tips
- Wide turn radius
- High aspect ratio
- High bar pressure
- Responsiveness
Let’s move on to some of the available kites in the market, their features, and reviews.
1. Cabrinha 2018 Drifter Kite
The Cabrinha 2018 Drifter Kite
The drifter kite is actually an upgrade to the previous year’s version, and it is proven to be popular amongst many famous kiteboarders too. To allow you to have a good boost, the profile is refined and realigned to allow you to deliver the maximum power to this kite. And for a good directional handling, there is the light bar too.
Of course, while it is more suited for freestyle kiteboarding session, it doesn’t mean it is restricted to just freestyle. Indeed, since freestyling does involve quite a bit of jumping, this Cabrinha 2018 Drifter Kite might just be the best kite for everyone!
Pros
- Superior power delivery with quick relaunch
- Can be used for foiling too
Cons
- Can nbe too big for beginers to operate
2. Ocean Rodeo Razor Kitesurfing Kite
A great kite for any rider who love hangtime and light winds. The Ocean Rodeo Razor Kitesurfing Kite is mainly used by professionals, but there are plenty of beginners who use this as the launchpad to their kiteboarding adventures, making it the perfect gift for anyone who wishes to start the kiteboarding journey.
The Razor is known to provide fast-turning capabilities as well as allowing the rider to have the ultimate power to achieve the best height during boosting. The 7m wingspan is awesome during strong gusts too, hence giving you stability and safety during those violent rides.
Boosting is really easy when you use the Ocean Rodeo Razor Kitesurfing Kite too.
Pros
- Durable and tough-made for great hangtime
- Fast turning features
- Easy setup design
Cons
- Cannot be used for paragliding
- Might be slightly overpriced for beginners in boosting
Ocean Rodeo Prodigy Kitesurfing Kite
An all-round performing kite, the Ocean Rodeo Prodigy Kitesurfing Kit is a favorite for beginners as well as professionals. Features high flow inflate and deflate valves which is quite popular in the market, it really allows you to have the best boost ever, achieving a height that allows you to have a good view of the area as well as being the envy of other kiteboarders in the vicinity too.
One of the lighest freeride kite, the Prodigy has a massive wind range and awesome flight stability. This allows you to have a good height when it comes to boosting. The good height is possible due to the power delivery, hence making the boosting procedure effortless to many.
In terms of navigating around with this kite, it is also easier, given that the bridles are short and hence steering the kite is much more easier too.
Pros
- Massive wind range with high flow inflate/deflate valves
- Easy relaunch
- Effortless hangtime
- Easy for begineers
Cons
- Not advised for aggressive boosting tricks
Conclusion
Boosting is one of those tricks which will always remain popular. The excitement reaches another level when the kite supports our jump and takes us higher. Always spare some time to choose your kite according to your pet style and you are sorted. I prefer the Ocean Rodeo Prodigy kite which is always packed with my gear. It helps me take cruises as well as gives me a hangtime when required. As I always advise, have your research in place and select the best kite for yourself. A tip for beginners, to get started with boosting, along with the kite comes a series of directions which needs to be followed. Get through with that and done! Safety and fun both are covered.
In no time, you will be able to do the jumps shown in the video below.
