Aaron Johnson

Aaron Johnson

Aaron "Huggybear" Johnson

Well Aaron took a little hiatus away from the shop, but now he is back and better than ever! Aaron is probably the coolest dude to talk to on the phone and will instantly be your friend. He will bro down for hours on the phone and make sweet content all the while. Been a part of this great crew for a long time and is a core part of Mackite. 

Riding Stats:

Weight - 190

Riding Style - Kooky

Dream Quiver

  • Kite: Neo SLS
  • Board: Pro Wam

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Who is A-A-Ron?

  • Favorite Riding Spot? NorthMo on a S/SW
  • Favorite Quote? "The hell with the rules. If it sounds right, then it is."               - Eddie Van Halen
  • When Did You Start Working at the Shop? 
  • Winging or Kiting? Kite
  • Coffee or Energy Drink? Double Expresso
  • Big Air or Big Trick? Big slash
  • Order Picker or Forklift? Fork it!
  • Waves or Slick? "Ya just drop in, and just smack the lip--WAPAHH!" #SoPitted
  • Worst foil fall? Not yet, but thanks for jinxing me
  • GoJoe or Retractable Leash? C'mon, fam--learn to body drag
  • Phone or Livechat? Leave a message
  • Warm n' Crowded or Cold n' Secluded? Bring on the chill
  • College or drafted straight out of Highschool/Start of College? No worries either way
  • Favorite Warehouse Memory? Dude in the box
  • Work Transport: Onewheel pint or XR? No
  • Carbon or Aluminum? Carbon
  • Rope Slider or Hook? Rope
  • Goofy or Regular? Goofy as hell
  • Any "Kitemares"? Never let anyone else rig your kite 
  • Fold or Scrunge Your Kite? Fold
  • Anything Else the World Should Know About Aaron? He has had a wing board on the roof of his car almost all summer. 

Aaron's Top Picks For Gear:

  • MAC x Duotone Collab T-Shirt MAC x Duotone Collab T-Shirt
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    MAC x Duotone Collab T-Shirt

    MACkite

    $49.99
    MAC x Duotone Collab T-Shirt This special t-shirt pays homage to our local riding spot - Grand Haven. It perfectly caprtures a normal season, with a Great Lakes salmon even making a special appearance!  Duotone Kiteboarding X MACkiteboarding...
    $49.99
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  • On Sale
    Slingshot Half Strap 2.0 (Half Hook) Slingshot Half Strap 2.0 (Half Hook)
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    Slingshot Half Strap 2.0 (Half Hook)

    Slingshot Sports

    Now: $24.99
    Was: $65.99
    Slingshot Half Straps 2.0 Includes: Strap Mounting Plate 2x Self-Trapping Screws Slingshot Half Straps are exactly what the name suggests- they're half of a foot strap designed to provide leverage and a locked-in feel with the confidence of...
    Now: $24.99
    Was: $65.99
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  • Send the Crew a Brew. We Love you! Present-ent's Day Sale 2024
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    Send the Crew a Brew! (Dogs Too)

    MACkite

    $4.99
    Send the Crew a Brew!  When you think back on your online shopping experiences throughout the year, do you find yourself suddenly and inexplicably daydreaming about those hours you spent on the phone with Aaron, phrases like "stoke", "you know...
    $4.99
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  • KOGL Test Fest 2024 KOGL Test Fest 2024

    KOGL Test Fest 2024

    MACkite

    KoGL Test Fest 2024 - Sept 27-29 Always the Last Full Weekend in September! 2024 KoGL Event Tee  2024 KoGL Facebook Updates: Checkout the Facebook Event for all updates KoGL Test Fest Schedule of Events** Friday, September 27,...