The eternal desire of man for conquering the elements he encounters in nature, has taken a new spin, giving birth to an extreme sport that allows dominating both, water and air at the same time, unleashing great streams of adrenaline and emotion in those who practice it. Kitesurfing or Kiteboarding, is a fascinating sport consisting in sliding over the waves with a board like the ones used for surfing, while being propelled by a kite.

Making the most out of the speed reached thanks to the strength of the winds and doing all kinds of amazing acrobatic moves, kiters surf over the waters of the unpredictable ocean while taking high jumps that can take them up to 65 feet of altitude.

In order to do this, it is necessary that the kite is tied with a line to a bar that the kiter firmly should hold; other lines, through a harness, link the kiter to the kite. The kiter is the only link betrween the kite and the board and s/he must control both simultaneously: the former in the wind, the latter on the water.

The basic equipment that a kiter ought to have includes a kite, a helmet, lines made of resistent and technologically advanced material, control bar, life vest, harness, board, wetsuit, safety knife, and signaling devices, like a whistle. However, most important is to count on a friend who can help both in the kite launching and in the kite recollection and, above all, in case of emergency.

During your vacation in Puerto Vallarta you cannot miss the chance to practice this thrilling sport, which will undoubtedly open the doors of a new style of emotions for you, allowing your adrenaline to be unleashed in many different forms. If you are lucky enough, you may even get the chance of watching a professional competition at the waters of this gorgeous tourist destination.