What you need for a kitesurf competition

A kitesurf competition needs more than kites and boards. Your shopping list must cover the course, rider safety, registration, judging, communication and changing areas on the beach. Plan equipment for strong wind, wet conditions and power failures, because these are easy to overlook until setup day. Use the quantities in your event plan, then add spares for items that can be damaged, lost or shared between heats.

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What to bring

Grouped the way you'd shop for it, with quantities.

Furniture

Party tentsqty 3
Foldable tablesqty 8
Folding chairsqty 40
Registration desk
Judges' table
Clothes racksqty 2

Sports equipment

Competition buoysqty 8
Anchorsqty 8
Anchor linesqty 8
Starting flag
Finish flag
Anemometerqty 2
Competition bibsqty 40
Spare kitesqty 2
Spare boardsqty 2
Kite pumpsqty 8
Bread knivesqty 12
Helmetsqty 40
Impact Vestsqty 40
Life ringsqty 6
Lifeboat
Paddlesqty 2

Equipment

Walkie-talkiesqty 10
Sound system
Wireless microphoneqty 2
Speakersqty 2
Extension cordsqty 6
Power stripsqty 4
Power banksqty 6
Laptop
Printer

Lighting

LED lampsqty 8
String lightsqty 4
Flashlightsqty 6

Safety

First aid kitsqty 2
Emergency blanketsqty 12
Fire extinguishersqty 2
Crowd control barriersqty 20
Barrier tapeqty 4
Traffic conesqty 12
Warning signsqty 8

Tableware

Reusable cupsqty 150
Platesqty 120
Cutlery setsqty 120
Coffee cupsqty 80
Serving plattersqty 12

Kitchen

Coolersqty 6
Thermos flasksqty 6
Coffee machinesqty 2
Kettlesqty 2
Cutting boardsqty 4
Chef's knifeqty 4
Pliersqty 6
Serving spoonsqty 6
Ice packsqty 24

Decorations

Buntingqty 6
Competition postersqty 10
Sponsor bannersqty 8
Prize tablecloth

Cleaning

Waste binsqty 10
Dustpan and brushqty 3
Bucketsqty 4
Mopsqty 4

Catering

Groceries
- Coffee - 2 kilos
- Tea assortment - 200 bags
- Sugar - 2 kilos
- Milk - 12 liters
- Oat milk - 6 liters
- Cola - 12 bottles
- Cola Zero - 12 bottles
- Orange soda - 8 bottles
- Iced tea - 8 bottles
- Spa Blue - 10 crates
- Sparkling water - 4 crates
- Alcohol-free beer - 4 crates
- Beer - 8 crates
- White wine - 12 bottles
- Rosé - 8 bottles
- Red wine - 6 bottles
- Lemons - 3 kilos
- Cucumbers - 3 kilos
- Tomatoes - 4 kilos
- Red onions - 1 kilo
- Iceberg lettuce - 8 heads
- Bell peppers - 3 kilos
- Carrots - 3 kilos
- Apples - 8 kilos
- Bananas - 6 kilos
- Grapes - 4 kilos
- Sandwiches - 180 pieces
- Whole grain bread - 8 loaves
- Bread rolls - 60 pieces
- Croissants - 60 pieces
- Unsalted butter - 2 kilos
- Young cheese - 3 kilos
- Aged cheese - 3 kilos
- Ham - 2 kilos
- Chicken breast - 2 kilos
- Hummus - 2 kilos
- Cream cheese - 2 kilo
- Eggs - 120 pieces
- Bacon - 4 kilos
- Vegetarian burgers - 50 pieces
- Hamburgers - 80 pieces
- Hot dogs - 80 pieces
- Hot dog buns - 80 pieces
- Potato salad - 8 kilos
- Pasta salad - 8 kilo
- Mixed salad - 8 kilos
- Rice - 5 kilo
- Pasta - 5 kilos
- Pasta sauce - 8 jars
- Mayonnaise - 4 bottles
- Ketchup - 4 bottles
- Mustard - 3 bottles
- Garlic sauce - 3 bottles
- Barbecue sauce - 3 bottles
- Olive oil - 2 liters
- Salt - 500 grams
- Pepper - 250 gram
- Paprika powder - 250 gram
- Italian herbs - 250 grams
- Paprika chips - 12 bags
- Plain chips - 12 bags
- Tortilla chips - 10 bags
- Peanut mix - 5 kilos
- Muesli bars - 120 pieces
- Cookies - 8 packs
- Dipping sauce - 8 tubs
- Ice cubes - 20 kilo
- Napkins - 500 pieces
- Aluminum foil - 4 rolls
- Plastic wrap - 4 rolls
- Baking paper - 2 rolls
- Paper towels - 12 rolls
- Trash bags - 60 pieces
- Dish soap - 3 bottles
- Hand soap - 6 bottles
- Hand sanitizer - 6 bottles
- Toilet paper - 48 rolls

Tips

Prepare at least one spare kite, board and pump for the competition area. Equipment can be damaged or left with a rider, and borrowing a replacement during a heat costs valuable time.
Use one registration desk, one judges’ table and enough folding chairs for every official working at the same time. Add a party tent or other cover so paperwork, laptops and starting lists stay dry.
Pack course equipment together: competition buoys, anchors, anchor lines, a starting flag and a finish flag. Check every line before launch and bring replacement ties or fastening materials for last-minute repairs.
Provide helmets, impact vests, life rings, paddles and a lifeboat for the safety operation. Confirm the rescue crew has access to the equipment before the first riders enter the water.
Bring walkie-talkies for the race team and a sound system with a wireless microphone and speakers for announcements. Pack extension cords, power strips, power banks and a charged laptop so registration and communication continue if shore power fails.

Frequently asked questions

What safety equipment do I need for a kitesurf competition?: Plan helmets and impact vests for riders who require them, plus life rings, paddles and a lifeboat for rescue support. Keep the rescue equipment ready before the first heat and check it again after every major weather change.
How many spare kites and boards should I bring?: Bring at least one spare kite, one spare board and one spare kite pump for a small competition. For larger fields or multiple simultaneous heats, add one replacement set per active competition area.
What do I need for kitesurf competition registration?: Set up one registration desk with a laptop, printed starting lists, competition bibs and race numbers. Have the desk ready at least 60 minutes before the first scheduled briefing so participant details and missing information can be checked.
How do I power a sound system at a beach competition?: Pack extension cords, power strips, power banks and a fully charged laptop, even when mains power is available. Test the sound system and wireless microphone at least 30 minutes before announcements begin, then keep a backup power bank with the race team.

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