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Kitesurfing in Cabarete: Gear Beyond the Kite
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Cabarete is one of the best kite spots in the Caribbean, with steady trade winds most of the year. This list covers the gear around the kite: protection in the water, sun protection, keeping your phone and keys dry, quick repairs and tracking your se...
 
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Front-zip impact vest that adds float and protects the ribs when you crash or learn to jump. Sits well under a seat or waist harness.
Mystic 2022 Majestic Kite Surfing Vest M
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Long-sleeve UV rash guard. The easiest way to avoid burnt shoulders and harness rash on a two-hour session in the tropics.
O'NEILL Men’s Basic Skins UPF+ L/S Rashguard
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Cheap sunglasses retainer. Polarized glasses help you read the water and gusts, and this keeps them on your head when you wipe out.
Chums Orbiter Lightweight Stainless Steel Eyewear Retainer
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Clear waterproof pouch with lanyard. Takes your phone or car key out on the water, and the screen still works through it.
Hiearcool Waterproof Phone Pouch 2-Pack
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Roll-top dry bag for the beach. Towel, wallet and electronics stay dry and sand-free while you are out on the water.
Earth Pak Waterproof Dry Bag with Phone Case
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Repair tape for small tears in the kite canopy. A strip on both sides gets you back on the water the same day.
GEAR AID Tenacious Tape 3" x 20" Nylon Repair
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Rugged GPS watch that tracks your sessions on the water: speed, distance and time. Solar charging keeps it running for weeks.
Garmin Instinct 2 Solar, Small Rugged GPS Watch
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Surf poncho for changing on the beach. Most kite spots have no changing rooms, and this also works as a towel.
Surf Poncho Swim Robe with Pocket Plus Size
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Waterproof action cam for filming sessions. Mount it on the lines or a chest harness to see what your riding really looks like.
GoPro HERO13 Black - Waterproof 5.3K60 Camera
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Water-resistant mineral sunscreen. Reapply between sessions, the Caribbean sun on the water is stronger than it feels.
Thinksport Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50+ Zinc Oxide 6oz
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