CORE is a German kitesurfing brand known for precise engineering and boards that feel fast, direct, and dependable. This collection brings together CORE kiteboards, covering freeride and freestyle twin tips, directional kite surfboards for wave and strapless riding, and the pads and straps that complete a setup. Whatever your style on the water, there is a CORE board built for it.

From easy-going twin tips for progressing riders to performance boards for powered freestyle and dedicated surfboards for wave riding, the range spans a wide spread of abilities and conditions. There are also lightwind options for getting out when the breeze is thin.

Not sure which board suits you? The guide below explains the board types, sizing, and construction. Browse the range below, and compare with our wider kiteboards collection.

What Makes CORE Kiteboards Different?

CORE builds its boards with a focus on engineering and finish, aiming for a ride that feels controlled and predictable even when you push hard. The brand is known for stiff, responsive twin tips with reliable grip and smooth landings, and for directional boards that hold a clean line in the waves. If you value a board that does exactly what you ask of it, CORE's attention to construction is a big part of the appeal.

Twin Tips vs Kite Surfboards

CORE makes two main board families, and they ride very differently. A twin tip is symmetrical, so you ride it in either direction without turning it round, which makes it the natural all-round choice for freeride and freestyle. A kite surfboard, or directional, is shaped like a surfboard and ridden in one main direction, which suits wave riding and strapless freestyle. Many riders start on a twin tip and add a surfboard later as they explore wave riding.

Sizing a Twin Tip by Weight and Wind

Twin tip size is chosen mainly by your weight and the wind you ride in. A larger board has more surface area, so it gets going earlier in lighter wind and feels more stable, which helps when learning. A smaller board is quicker edge to edge, more manoeuvrable, and better when the wind is strong. Heavier riders need more board than lighter riders in the same conditions. If you ride one board for everything, size it to your most common wind.

Choosing a Kite Surfboard

Directional boards are sized by volume and length as well as your weight and the waves you ride. A board with more volume floats better and catches waves more easily, which helps in smaller surf and lighter wind, while a lower-volume board is looser and more responsive for experienced riders in powered conditions. Think about whether you ride strapped or strapless, as that affects the board and pads you choose.

Lightwind Boards

When the wind is light, a dedicated lightwind board like CORE's larger twin tips keeps you riding while others stay on the beach. The extra surface area lets you get up and going and hold speed in marginal breeze, paired with a bigger kite. If your local spot often has gentle wind, a lightwind board hugely extends the days you can get on the water.

Bindings and Pads

Pads and straps connect you to a twin tip, and comfort matters over a long session. CORE's Union pads and straps are designed to support your feet without pressure points and to stay secure while being easy to adjust. A good set of pads improves control and makes hard landings more comfortable, and replacement pads can refresh an older board. For surfboards, you can ride strapless or fit surf straps to suit your style.

Construction and Durability

Kiteboards take repeated hard landings and plenty of flex, so build quality decides how long a board keeps its feel. CORE uses quality cores and layups aimed at keeping flex and pop consistent over time rather than going soft. Looking after the board, by rinsing it and repairing chips promptly, helps protect that performance. A well-built board that holds its characteristics can be good value across several seasons.

Matching a Board to Your Level

Be honest about your riding when you choose. Improvers and freeriders usually want a slightly larger twin tip with a forgiving feel that is easy to ride and comfortable over chop. Riders chasing powered freestyle want a stiffer, more responsive board with strong pop. Wave riders look to the directional range. Choosing a board that matches your current level, rather than the most aggressive option, means you enjoy your sessions and progress faster.

Caring for Your Kiteboard

• Rinse with fresh water after every salt-water session
• Check pad, strap, and fin screws are tight before riding
• Repair base and rail chips promptly to protect the core
• Store out of direct sunlight and away from extreme heat
• Transport in a padded board bag to avoid knocks

A little care keeps a CORE board riding well for many seasons.

How Much Do CORE Kiteboards Cost?

Prices depend on the board type, size, and the technology used. Entry and mid-range twin tips offer dependable, forgiving performance at a sensible price, while high-end freestyle boards and carbon surfboards use more advanced construction for lighter weight and sharper response. Pads and straps are sometimes sold separately from decks, so check what is included before you buy.

Why Buy Your CORE Kiteboard from Surface2Air Sports?

We have supplied kitesurfers since 2002, with a shop in Poole and a full range online.

• CORE twin tips for freeride and freestyle
• Directional kite surfboards for waves and strapless riding
• Lightwind boards, pads, and straps
• Sizes to suit your weight and local wind
• Honest advice on board type, size, and level

Whether you want an all-round twin tip or a dedicated wave board, we can help you choose. Explore CORE's kites in our Core range and the full kitesurfing collection.

Frequently Asked Questions About Core Kiteboards

What is the difference between a twin tip and a kite surfboard?

A twin tip is symmetrical and ridden in either direction, ideal for freeride and freestyle. A kite surfboard is directional, shaped like a surfboard, and suits wave riding and strapless freestyle.

What size twin tip do I need?

Size is based mainly on your weight and local wind. Bigger boards get going earlier in light wind and help when learning, smaller boards are quicker and better in strong wind.

Do I need a lightwind board?

If your local spot often has gentle wind, a larger lightwind board paired with a bigger kite lets you ride on days you would otherwise miss.

Can I ride a CORE surfboard strapless?

Yes. Directional boards can be ridden strapless or with surf straps fitted, depending on your style and confidence in the waves.

Do the boards come with pads and straps?

Sometimes pads and straps are included and sometimes sold separately, so check the product details. Replacement pads can also refresh an older board.

How do I look after my kiteboard?

Rinse with fresh water, keep screws tight, repair chips promptly, store out of direct sunlight, and transport it in a padded board bag.