Collection: Kite Fishing
Elevate your live-bait offshore spread with professional kite fishing gear. Explore our selection of high-performance fishing kites, release clips, floats, and accessories from trusted brands like Tigress and Aftco.
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CUBAN Yo-Yo Black Plastic Hand Reel Large 9" Inch
Vendor:Folsom of FloridaRegular price $6.25Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $6.25 -
R&R Tackle Rigging Bands
Vendor:R&R TackleRegular price From $5.50Regular priceUnit price / perSale price From $5.50 -
R&R Tackle Bait Rigging Needles
Vendor:R&R TackleRegular price $9.50Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $9.50 -
Challenge 50140 Yo-Yo Hand Reel 6" Black
Vendor:ChallengeRegular price $4.75Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $4.75 -
R&R KR9 Stainless Steel Kite Rings - 9 mm
Vendor:R & R Tackle, Inc.Regular price $12.50Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $12.50 -
R&R Pre-Rigged Kite Line
Vendor:R & R Tackle, Inc.Regular price From $63.00Regular priceUnit price / per$110.00Sale price From $63.00Sale -
Calcutta Helium Balloon 3-Pack With Clips
Vendor:CalcuttaRegular price $47.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $47.00 -
Black Marine RC60 Kite Release 3 Clips Kit
Vendor:Black MarineRegular price $44.00Regular priceUnit price / per$63.00Sale price $44.00Sale -
R & R 2 Pack Helium White Balloons w/ 2 Clips
Vendor:R & R Tackle, Inc.Regular price $31.00Regular priceUnit price / per$55.00Sale price $31.00Sale -
R & R Kite Floats 12 Pack
Vendor:R & R Tackle, Inc.Regular price $31.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $31.00 -
Sold outDuBro Pro Series Kite Release Clip
Vendor:Du-BroRegular price $18.00Regular priceUnit price / per$26.00Sale price $18.00Sold out -
Tigress GS Trident Rod Holder - Straight Butt - Polished Aluminum 88160-1
Vendor:Tigress Trading Co. Inc.Regular price $325.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $325.00Sold out -
Star DLX KITE Delux Kite Rod
Vendor:Star RodsRegular price $125.00Regular priceUnit price / per$135.00Sale price $125.00Sale -
Tigress Kite Kit (3 Clips, 3 Wind-On Swivels, 1 Coast Lock Swivel)
Vendor:TigressRegular price $55.00Regular priceUnit price / per$55.00Sale price $55.00 -
R&R Tackle Pre-Rigged Kite Leader - 50lb Mono - 6/0 Mustad 39938 Tournament Circle Hook
Vendor:R & R Tackle, Inc.Regular price From $63.00Regular priceUnit price / per$85.00Sale price From $63.00Sale -
SFE XL Ultra Light Kite #1668 (41"x41")
Vendor:SFE of MiamiRegular price $350.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $350.00Sold out -
Calcutta Kite Line Markers Cigars 3 Pack
Vendor:CalcuttaRegular price $9.50Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $9.50 -
Tigress Kite Assembly Box
Vendor:TigressRegular price $220.00Regular priceUnit price / per$270.00Sale price $220.00Sale -
Tigress 88156 Triple Aluminum Kite Rod Holder
Vendor:Tigress Trading Co. Inc.Regular price $300.00Regular priceUnit price / per$325.00Sale price $300.00Sold out -
Bob Lewis Ready Made 50# Dacron Kite Line - Pins.
Vendor:Lewis Fishing Kites, Inc.Regular price $95.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $95.00Sold out -
Bob Lewis Kite Floats - 3" Tri-Color Weighted - 3 Pak.
Vendor:Lewis Fishing Kites, Inc.Regular price $12.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $12.00Sold out -
Tigress Ceramic Kite Rings 1/2"
Vendor:Tigress Trading Co. Inc.Regular price $16.00Regular priceUnit price / per$19.00Sale price $16.00Sale -
R&R Tackle Titanium Leader With Power Swivel 2 Pack
Vendor:R & R Tackle, Inc.Regular price $20.00Regular priceUnit price / per$24.00Sale price $20.00Sale -
Bob Lewis Ceramic release pin rings (8) Large
Vendor:Lewis Fishing Kites, Inc.Regular price $15.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $15.00
Professional Saltwater Fishing Kites & Rigging Gear
Kite fishing is a premier South Florida technique for presenting live baits—such as goggle-eyes, pilchards, and threadfins—silently and tantalizingly on the surface without any visible line or boat disturbance in the strike zone. This approach makes it exceptionally effective for targeting pelagics like sailfish, mahi-mahi, tuna, and kingfish. At Tuppen's Marine & Tackle, we stock a specialized inventory of high-performance fishing kites, release clips, lines, and rigging accessories built for serious offshore anglers.
Explore Our Specialized Kite Fishing Categories
Fishing Kites: Lightweight, aerodynamic kites (such as Tigress models) engineered to fly stable and reliable across varying wind conditions—from gentle summer breezes to stiff offshore gales.
Release Clips & Rigging: Precision drop-back clips, electrical kite line setups, and snap-swivels designed to release your bait instantly upon a fish's strike.
Kite Floats, Spools & Lines: Durable hand spools, braided kite lines, and buoyant floats to manage your deployment smoothly and securely from the boat.
Top Brands Trusted by Anglers
We partner with premier manufacturers known for tournament durability, aerodynamic efficiency, and marine-grade toughness:
- Tigress: The industry gold standard in rugged marine hardware, outriggers, and tournament-grade fishing kites built for heavy coastal use.
- Aftco: World-famous for elite offshore tackle, durable terminal hardware, and dependable accessories designed for saltwater combat.
Tips for Successful Kite Fishing
- Match the Kite to the Wind: Keep light-wind kites on hand for calm days and heavy-duty options for windy offshore conditions to ensure steady flight without crashing.
- Maintain Consistent Tension: Use an electric reel or a smooth hand spool to keep steady tension on your kite line, preventing the kite from dipping into the water.
- Stagger Your Baits: Space your short and long bait releases correctly across the kite line to prevent tangles and cover multiple surface zones effectively.
Serving the boating and fishing community since 1956, Tuppen's provides the dependable gear, tackle, and expert advice you need for every trip. Shop our complete collection of kite fishing gear today!