I would like to get one size kite that I could use for kiteboarding in all conditions. Does that kite exist?
No, there is no such kite available. First of all, the standard kite size is between 9-12 meters depending on your weight in moderate wind conditions of 15-20 knots. Most kitesurfers purchase one large kite, say 12 to 14 meters, one medium size kite of 9 to 10 meters, and one smaller kite of 5-7 meters. The larger kite is for lighter wind (10-15 knots), the medium kite for moderate wind (15-25 knots), and the smaller kite for strong wind (25-35 knots). The ideal conditions for kitesurfing are 15-20 knots side onshore. If your weight is different than the average rider, you may need one size smaller or large kite than the average rider. As for boards, you should start out with a large, wide board and then progress to a smaller board once you get accustomed to riding. Smaller boards are more maneuverable, but they require more wind than larger boards.
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