If you are not a from a sailing background, the term “apparent” wind is probably not something you have ever heard of. Understanding the wind is a fundamental requirement for anyone embarking on the beginner stages of kitesurfing. Not only will this enable you to make a better selection of the right kite, but it will ensure you have a safer learning experience. Robin Tindall is a biokineticist, who is passionate about kitesurfing. His main focus is on sports performance and injuries, so if you have not met this guy before, keep an eye out on the Western Cape or Durban shores for him. Click on this link for the lowdown. Feel free to email him at robin@kineticwellness.com