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KoGL Test Fest 2024 - Sept 27-29
Always the Last Full Weekend in September!
KoGL Test Fest Schedule of Events**
Friday, September 27, 2024
- Noon: Registration Opens
- 1-6 p.m. Gear Demo (longer if it is windy)
Saturday, September 28, 2024
- 10:00 a.m. Registration Opens
- 10:30-6 p.m. Gear Demo (longer if it is windy)
Sunday, September 29, 2024
- 10:00 a.m. Registration Opens
- 11:00 a.m. Freeride/Demo
- 5:00 p.m. Event Wrap Up
All demos are limited to registered riders with previous ability and are subject to staff or brand approval.
**Subject to wind. Some events may be removed or changed.
***Demos can be flown all day
MACkite Annual KoGL Test Fest | What Keeps You Coming Back?
Matt From North has to say about the KoGL Test Fest:
You know what? This event is so great. All the brands are here. I guess we're supposed to be like arch-rivals competing against each other, but we're all a bunch of buddies that get together at this event, and it's super low-key.
Your staff's amazing and you make it super easy. You meet us here in the morning and help us unload our stuff and put our tents up, and it's all really easy. We're all a bunch of friends and maybe we share a couple beers in the afternoon together, so it's a really fun event to work at. Then we always meet all your local riders here, a really good bunch of people.
The actual venue is pretty epic too. We're all rigged up right here on the beach right next to the water. It typically gets pretty good conditions this time of year, so it's a lot of fun.
Registration Fees | Demo Gear List | Schedule of Events | Directions | Photos
It's that time of year again - the chance to party, ride, and play alongside the MACkite Crew and our kiteboarding Reps and Team Riders. For anyone that is curious about the sport, the Spectator option is a great way to get in touch with local kiteboarders and MACkite instructors. Enjoy learning about gear, being able to test out trainer kites, and spend some days out in the sun.
Where is KOGL hosted? The beach, of course! Where else are you going to ride? King of the Great Lakes hosts their daily events at Pere Marquette Beach in Muskegon.
What should I bring? For spectators, it's a good idea to bring water, a snack, and the willingness to learn about a new sport. If you plan on using the trainer kite testing area, then we suggest wearing comfortable beach clothing. Party-Goers, the same goes to you! For Riders, you might want to bring a wetsuit.
What if there's no wind? That's okay! We have clinics going all day long, and we have a slew of non-wind events for everyone to enjoy.
The MACkite Crew loves hosting King of the Great Lakes, and we really appreciate the support of our brands and attendees. Let's make 2024 KOGL the best one yet!
2024 KoGL updates
Facebook Event Coming Soon
Registration: Save $10 off Tee and Demo Pass by registering before the Wednesday 9/10
Spectator - FREE Beach Clinics ($20 Value)
**Spectators Can Register The Day Of The Event**
- Kiteboarding action all 3 days
- All kiteboarding clinics
- 2023 Gear Preview and Vendor Row
- Trainer Kite field - TBD
Event Tee Pass $25 by Sept. 10 (Early Registration) or $35 after Sept. 10
($55 value)
- You get all the FREE stuff listed above, PLUS:
- Event T-shirt
- 1 Swag Tickets
- Lunch Ticket
Beach Demo Pass - $35 by Sept. 10 (Early Registration) or $45 after Sept. 10
($65 value)
- You get it all!
- 2023 Demo Gear Pass - $100,000-$125,000 worth of gear waiting for you to ride*
- Boat pass for Foil & Wake surfing
- Event T-shirt
- 2 Swag Tickets
- Lunch Ticket
Demo Kite Gear List
Attending Brands |
Demo Kites* |
Demo Boards* |
Demo Wings* |
| Slingshot | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Duotone | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| North | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Cabrinha | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Freedom Foilboards | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| HQ4 Kites | TBD | TBD | NA |
| Airush | TBD | TBD | NA |
| Naish | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| GoFoil | TBD | NA | TBD |
| Ocean Rodeo | TBD | NA | NA |
| Eleveight | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| Waydoo eFoil | NA | NA | TBD |
| Ozone | TBD | TBD | TBD |
| F-One | TBD | TBD | NA |
| FlySurfer | TBD | TBD | NA |
| ION | NA | NA | TBD |
| Mystic | NA | NA | TBD |
| Ride Engine | NA | TBD | TBD |
| Neil Pryde | NA | TBD | TBD |
| Fanatic | NA | TBD | TBD |
| Manera | NA | NA | TBD |
| Appletree | NA | TBD | NA |
| Dakine | |||
*Subject to availability
KOGL Directions
New Location: Pere Marquette Beach Muskegon Mi
31 Reviews
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KOGL
Great turnout of kite companies with tons of gear to test including foil boards and use of boats and jet skis. Great hosts and fun events.
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Great event! Just wish we would have had wind!
The is a great event for getting together with other kiteboarders and sharing the stoke for the sport! A few suggestions: When it is as hot as it was this year at the after parties, add a couple of fans under the tents. Instead of having one big keg of craft beer, have 2 small kegs, one craft and the other a basic pilsner like the number one selling beer, Bud light. Not everyone likes craft beers. Having boats and jet skis pull foil boarders was a great idea, especially since there was no wind. Thanks for hosting this event every year! I love it! :-)
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Good times with good people
Had a great time. Thanks again for putting on KOGL.
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Expert advice
Nice to know any Kiteboard student I refer are treatied with knowledgable and helpful personal like Nathan Douglas Victor PASA instructor
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KOGL Test Fest 2016
Easy transaction through the website. Unfortunately, I didn't make the trip due to the wind forecast.
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Loved it had a great
Loved it had a great time! I can't wait for next year!
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Awesome event, thanks guys!
Awesome event, thanks guys!
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yay
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