Krasnodar Krai, Russia
Sandy spit 3 km into Sea of Azov; NE/N winds 10–20 kn; shallow flat water; beginner to expert; Yeysk Estuary side is beginner pool, Azov side has waves in strong wind. Season Apr–Oct. [wikipedia-yeysk]
Yeysk is a port and a resort town in Krasnodar Krai, Russia, situated on the shore of the Taganrog Gulf of the Sea of Azov. The town is built primarily on the Yeysk Spit, which separates the Yeya River from the Sea of Azov. Population: 82,943 (2021 census); 87,769 (2010 census); 86,349 (2002 census); 78,150 (1989 Soviet census).
Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Yeysk Spit.
Not globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.
What's on the ground near the launch, mapped from open data:
Facilities data © OpenStreetMap contributors
Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Yeysk Spit — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.
Suitability depends heavily on the day's conditions. Breeza reads your level alongside the forecast and gives you an honest verdict — including when it's a no.
Sandy spit 3 km into Sea of Azov; NE/N winds 10–20 kn; shallow flat water; be... Breeza cross-references live wind direction against the spot's safe window to tell you if today's direction is rideable for your kite.
Yeysk Spit delivers consistent wind, so most riders use a 9–12m kite under typical conditions. Exact size depends on your weight and the day's strength. Breeza calculates the right kite for your specific setup and gives you a rideability verdict before you head out.
Safety at Yeysk Spit depends on conditions and your experience. Check for offshore-wind days, local hazards and emergency contacts before you launch. Breeza gives a rideability verdict that includes a safety flag when conditions are borderline for your level.
See if Yeysk Spit is ridable right now — wind, direction, and a verdict for your gear.
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