Today, so-called power kites are used to pull beach buggies or let kite surfers soar into the air above the waves.

Caroline Adrien (born 23 December 1987) is a French professional kite surfer.

"Cervolix" - an association of kite fliers and kite surfers on the plateau.

In November 2009 during strong winds, two Worthing kite surfers became the first people to kitesurf over the pier.

Brighton's beach is used by kite surfers and also walkers during low tide.

There is often a brisk wind at Surfside, making it a favorite spot for kite surfers.

They are also used by kite surfers for wave riding, as their unique shape lends itself to this discipline.

Leleuvia Island is popular among beachcombers and kite surfers.

But it's not the kite surfers who are responsible for the boom; it's the Vietnamese elite.

Julien Kerneur (born 1 November 1991) is a French professional kite surfer.