About Kitty Hawk Kites – Duck:

At A Glance

• Visit us on the web at:
  www.kittyhawkkites.com
• Email: Click Here
• Phone: (252) 261-4450
• Latitude: 36.166783
• Longitude: -75.754664
• Payment:
  cash, check
• Season: March - December
• Merchandise kites, toys, games, Outer Banks T-shirts, swimwear, footwear, silly bandz, crocs, power kites, stunt kites
• Features: Headquartered on North Carolina’s Outer Banks, Kitty Hawk Kites, Inc. was founded in 1974 by John Harris, a pioneer in hang gliding, to provide instruction, products, and service to the burgeoning new sport. Today it is the oldest hang gliding school on the East Coast and the largest school of its kind in the world. In addition, Kitty Hawk Kites offers tandem hang gliding, ultralight instruction, guided kayak ecotours, sport wall climbing, kiteboarding, dolphin tours, parasailing, sailing cruises, jet ski rentals, aero tours, surf lessons, wakeboarding lessons and Segway tours. Kitty Hawk Kites retail stores feature the largest selection of kites on the east coast and is also known to carry some of the best in unique Outer Banks T-shirts.

Kitty Hawk Kites, Inc. was founded in 1974 by John Harris, a pioneer in hang gliding, to provide instruction, products, and service to the burgeoning new sport. In the late 1980s, Kitty Hawk Kites expanded into what is now it’s three main businesses; providing hang gliding instruction to students and instructors through it’s Flight School; selling aviation and outdoor clothing as well as kites and toys through it’s retail outlets; and providing adventure recreation activities.
Recreational Activities
Kitty Hawk Kites offers many recreational activities. In addition to our Dune Hang Gliding Lessons, there is now Kiteboarding, Tandem Hang Gliding, Ultralight Hang Gliding Instruction, guided Kayak Eco-Tours, Parasailing, Rock Wall Climbing, Dolphin Boat Tours, Aero Tours, Surfing, Wakeboarding and Water Skiing.
Hang gliding on the dunes of Jockey’s Ridge State Park is the original Kitty Hawk Kites experience. There’s no easier way to learn to fly. Kiteboarding is proving to be an exhilarating and rapidly growing sport. Check out our brand new kiteboarding resort in Rodanthe. If you really want to touch the sky and get a one-of-a-kind view of the Outer Banks, try tandem hang gliding. Ultralight instruction is by request only, so don’t hesitate to ask. For a more peaceful but no less picturesque adventure, experience one of our guided kayak eco-tours which explore the unique ecosystems and natural history of the Outer Banks. Parasailing is a summer-time favorite for kids, families, and couples alike. Wall climbing is a popular activity at our Nags Head, Corolla, and Hatteras stores. A jet boat tour will send you cruising across the sound while the wind and water do their finest to your hair. There’s no better way to see the coastline than doing an aero tour in our open cockpit bi-plane. If the beach is where you want to be, make sure you get a surf lesson from our friendly instructors while you’re there. And don’t forget to cap off your OBX experience by wakeboarding or water skiing on the calm waters of the sound in Duck.
Retail Stores
The original Kitty Hawk Kites store is across from Jockey’s Ridge State Park in Nags Head. This is the company’s largest retail store. The 8,042 square foot retail facility is home to the Flight Deck (aviation clothing), Carolina Outdoors (outdoor clothing), stunt and recreational kite products, windsocks, and toys. The Flight Deck and Carolina Outdoors specialize in high quality clothing products focused around aviation and the outdoor environment. Our Kayak Store, located next door to our main facility in Nags Head, offers kayak sales, accessories, and rentals. Next door, a Life is Good store provides your favorite Life is Good items.
In 2009, Kitty Hawk Kites is proud to be opening our newest and largest facility ever, Waves Village! Located in Rodanthe, this brand new building is home to our Kiteboarding department and houses today’s best kiteboarding gear. Along with world-class instructors, this location has some of the most ideal winds and waters for kiteboarding. With several other retail shops in the same facility, Waves Village is truly a one-stop shop. A top floor restaurant features a rare view of the sun setting below the horizon on the east coast—it’s one view you won’t want to miss.
Kitty Hawk Kites has several additional facilities along North Carolina’s Outer Banks. In addition to our main store in Nags Head, across from Jockey’s Ridge State Park (mp 12.5), we now have stores in Corolla (3), Duck (2), Manteo, South Nags Head, Waves, Avon, Hatteras, and Ocracoke.

Must Haves:

Vibram FiveFinger Shoes

This patented FiveFingers design takes a minimalist approach to barefooting. Non-marking Vibram TC1 performance rubber soles protect your feet and provide a sure grip over a variety of terrain. A thin, abrasion-resistant stretch polyamide fabric fits low on the foot—for comfort and quick drying. $79.99
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Festive Sky Package

The Festive Sky Delta Kite Package is ready-to-go fun. This complete kite package includes a stable, high-flying delta kite, a Yo Yo Winder of kite line, a Hypno Twister Tail and 2 Streamer Tails. The Festive Sky Kite Package makes a great gift for any age or skill level. The Festive Sky Delta Kite Package takes the guesswork out of gift giving. $39.99
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Silly Bandz

Kitty hawk Kites has the best selection of Silly Bandz! Kids everywhere are going wild over Silly Bandz. These colorful Rubber Bands (Silly Bandz) are made of silicone and die molded in many different fun shapes. These rubber bands return to their original shape when you take them off the item they're holding (or off of your wrist). Comes in packs assorted colors and shapes, Collect them, Wear them, or Trade them with friends. $5.99
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What's New:

Extrasport Osprey Life Jacket

The Extrasport Osprey Adult Life Jacket combines the high-performance comfort of a classic foam/mesh design with the benefit of fitting everything an angler needs, resulting in the ultimate fishing PFD for adults.Kids everywhere are going wild over Silly Bandz. These colorful Rubber Bands (Silly Bandz) are made of silicone and die molded in many different fun shapes. These rubber bands return to their original shape when you take them off the item they're holding (or off of your wrist). Comes in packs assorted colors and shapes, Collect them, Wear them, or Trade them with friends. $84.99
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Prism 4-D Stunt Kite

The Prism 4-D stunt kite is one of the most advanced kites out there! This kite flies in NO wind at all! Check out our web site for more specific details on this kite. $94.99
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Vibram KSO FiveFinger Shoes

The KSO remains among our most versatile styles for women. Featuring a thin, abrasion-resistant stretch nylon and breathable mesh upper that wraps your entire forefoot to “Keep Stuff Out.” A single hook-and-loop closure helps secure the fit. A non-marking 3.5mm Vibram TC1 performance rubber outsole is razor-siped for a sure grip, and a 2mm EVA insole enhances plating protection and comfort. $89.99
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