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GEAR: WHAT SINGLE-SKIN LOWKITE SIZE TO START YOUR LOWKITE JOURNEY?
Pick the right single-skin lowkite sizes to build the perfect quiver and make the most of your time on the water!
Picking the right size for your single-skin lowkite — also called a parawing — is key to boosting your progress, staying safe, and most of all, having fun on the water. This detailed guide will help you find the perfect size based on your riding style, wind conditions, and personal profile.
Foiler: Fabien, GONG staff, with a Neutra lowkite 2m2, Cruzader Diamond FSP Pro and Veloce V3 foil.
Essential criteria for choosing your lowkite
How experienced you are:
- Beginners: Go for bigger sizes like 5m² or 4m². They make takeoff easier and offer a more stable, predictable ride — perfect for learning with confidence in moderate winds.
- Experienced riders: If you're into downwinds in solid wind and clean swell, smaller sizes (3m² to 2m²) are the way to go. They’re more agile and responsive, giving you tight control and a punchier ride, especially in strong wind conditions.
Wind conditions:
To ride in all types of wind, a quiver of 2 to 3 lowkites is ideal. But if you're just starting out and stick to light or moderate winds, or if you’re chasing strong wind and swell for a downwind, or riding in consistent thermals typical of your spot, one well-chosen lowkite might be all you need.
- Light to moderate wind (8–18 knots): For riders around 65–80 kg, a 5m² lowkite hits the sweet spot — smooth handling and solid pull.
- Moderate to strong wind (15–25 knots): A mid-size lowkite (4m² or 3m² depending on your weight and skills) gives you the perfect mix of power and control.
- Strong wind (25+ knots): Go small — 2m² to 3m² lowkites give you the control and punch you need when things get wild.
Plus Lowkite 4m2.
What quiver should you pick for your level?
To make the most of every session, having a set of lowkites is key — better comfort, faster progress.
For beginners:
- A great starter quiver would be:
- 5m² (your go-to lowkite for most days)
- 3m² for windier conditions)
This setup gives you solid wind range coverage and helps you level up safely.
For advanced riders:
- A quiver suited for experienced riders fully dedicated to lowkite:
- 4m² (versatile main lowkite)
- 3m² (strong winds)
- 2m² (extreme conditions)
This setup delivers versatility, performance, and tight control across the board — ready to match whatever the day throws at you.
To sum it up
- Beginners: Go for easy, safe handling with mid to large-sized lowkites.
- Experienced riders: Choose a more technical quiver tailored to varying wind strengths to boost both fun and performance.
Picking the right lowkite is key to riding with stoke, safety, and flow — no matter the conditions.
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Plus Lowkite
The accessible lowkite to get started and progress!
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299€
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299€Regular Price
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Neutra Lowkite
The ultimate freefly lowkite for really fun downwinders.
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399€
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399€Regular Price
