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What makes an All Around Kite? For a kite to be considered an All Around model it has to work well for both beginners and advanced riders.  These kites feature fast and easy relaunch, they are very stable in the...

People often ask us, “What’s the best time of year to come to Cape Hatteras?” Well, to accurately answer that question, it really depends on what you’re looking for. Here’s a general overview of our year, with a month-by-month break...

After missing out on the inaugural Hood River Slider Jam last year, I was sure to mark my calendar and get to it this year.  Building upon it’s grassroots foundation, Colleen Carroll, Brandon Scheid, Craig Cunningham, and Rich Sabo worked...

Known for their expertly engineered designs and strong, reliable build quality, CORE kites are one of the favorite choices for both REAL staff members and kiteboarders all over the world. The unrelenting drive for excellence has made CORE a global...

Add more FUN to your summer with REAL Watersports on North Carolina’s Outer Banks. Home of the best gear and instruction in the world, the REAL Team are professionals at having fun and are waiting to deliver epic kiteboarding sessions,...

Benefits Hatteras Island Youth Education Fund Location: REAL Watersports and Watermen’s Bar & Grill 25706 Highway 12, Waves, NC 27982 (252)-987-6000 Date: Thursday, June 9th 2016 Hosted by 99.1 FM The Sound’s Christian Benedi & 94.5 FM Water Country’s Autumn...

“We set out to be ready for anything, and we brought along all the toys to play along the way.” -Jason Slezak, REAL Teamrider & Patagonia Ambassador Many people dream about shaking off the crowded masses to sneak away to...

There is a big buzz on the water at REAL about the new hard-shell harnesses that have come to market. We are here to confirm: YES, these harnesses live up to all the hype, and they’re here to stay. Benefits...

For many kiteboarders, learning how to ride a foilboard is something they’ve always wanted to do, but didn’t quite know how to get started. “What are my options? What equipment do I need? Is professional instruction available?” We’ve outlined 4...