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Kite Spot Whitstable - United Kingdom

Spot added: 03.05.2009: 10:53 AM / Hits: 510

Description

Awesome spot all year, lots of Kite Surf developments occured here and it's the home town of Kite Surf Legend Chris Calthrop the first kite surfer and windsurfer to surf Jaws in Hawaii.

It has also developed other top flight riders with current Pro-competitor and slingshot sponsored rider Lance Nunn.

The school - transition kiteboarding - operate all year round as does the shop - whitstable windsurfing. If you have any questions about the location or facilities please contact Andrew or Mark and they are always happy to help out.

Location

GPS Longitude	1°1.3578
GPS Latitude	51°21.6573

Spot information

Saison:	january-december
Style:	Freestyle Freeride Jump & Bump - Distance Speed
Amenities:	shop, rental, school, rescue, showers
Dangers:	visible hazards,
Bottom type:	sandy/rocky,
Possible wind directions:	W - NE
Wind starts:	In the morning
Wind type:	Venturi
Wind force:	Medium (16 - 25 knots)
Tide:	Best at low tide
Current:	Medium ( 2-5 knots)
Water quality:	Clean
Rider level:	Everyone
Week frequency:	Few people
Weekend frequency:	Crowded

Useful information

Country:	United Kingdom
Next town:	Whitstable
Next airport:	London
Distance to city:	Near a town
Access time:	Less than 5 minutes
Special access:	No access issues