What better way to kick start your kiting season than with a big fat dose of Kiteworld juice? Issue #56 will be crammed with all sorts of the good stuff. The test team are heading to Cape Town to give the all-important 2012 gear a run for its money in time for spring to help you with your key toy-choice decisions. Their first large set of reviews will feature in issue #56.

On top of that we've got a gallery of some of the best sessions that have been going down in this most epic of European winters. If you're feeling adventurous, we've got more Middle East kiting suggestions, as well as features on Turkey, Tiree, WA and report on Jaws going off.

All that, plus the usual news, views, images from the sport's best riders and photographers and vital technique tips!