KOGL Test Fest 2026

KoGL Test Fest 2026 - Sept 25-27

Always the Last Full Weekend in September!

2026 KoGL Event Tee 

Coming Soon. It is a alcohol theme year so it has to be good... 

2026 KoGL Facebook Updates:

Checkout the Facebook Event for all updates

KoGL Test Fest Schedule of Events**

Friday, September 25, 2026

• Noon: Registration Opens
• 1-6 p.m. Gear Demo (longer if it is windy)

Saturday, September 26, 2026

• 10:00 a.m. Registration Opens
• 10:30-6 p.m. Gear Demo (longer if it is windy)
• 12:00-2 p.m. Cornhole with Cado
• 4:00-5 p.m. Wild Wind Film Fest

Sunday, September 27, 2026

• 10:00 a.m. Registration Opens 
• 11:00 a.m. Freeride/Demo
• 11:00 a.m. Wild Wind Film Fest
• 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

DEMO Sale Event or the Year

Cornhole With Cado

Sign up at the event. Prizes to be announced shortly. 

No wind Plan 

TBA

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! 

 Registration: Save $10 off Tee and Demo Pass by registering before the Wednesday 9/10

Spectator - FREE Clinics ($20 Value)

**Spectators Can Register The Day Of The Event**

• Kiteboarding action all 3 days 
• All kiteboarding clinics
• Gear Preview and Vendor Row

Beach & 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

Rider Demo Pass - $35 by Sept. 10 (Early Registration) or $45 after Sept. 10
($65 value)

• You get it all!
• Demo Gear Pass - Over $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

*Subject to availability

KOGL Directions

New Location: Pere Marquette Beach Muskegon Mi