KiteGlobeThe Pier
📍 Christchurch, New Zealand · Kiteboarding spot
The Pier is a kiteboarding spot near Christchurch in New Zealand, with open ocean conditions and prevailing N, NE wind, best ridden in January, February, March, October, November, December.
| Country | New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Christchurch |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | N, NE |
| Wind type | Thermal |
| Best months | January, February, March, October, November, December |
| Coordinates | -43.5053, 172.7312 |
About The Pier
Big waves sometimes. Usually some sort of waves about with nice flats close to shore.
When is the best time to kitesurf at The Pier?
The best time to kite The Pier is January, February, March, October, November, December, when the N, NE wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
The Pier offers open ocean conditions with N, NE wind (Thermal wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to The Pier?
Next to the pier in New Brighton.
Hazards at The Pier
Swimmers, Bridge.
View The Pier on the interactive map →Where can I take kite lessons near The Pier?
3 kite schools operate in New Zealand. See kite schools in New Zealand →
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.