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2026 Switchblade Apex When it comes to Cabrinha's 2026 freeride kite lineup, two models stand out as the flagship options for performance-minded riders: the Switchblade Apex and the Moto Apex. Both carry the Apex construction package, which includes Ultra HT leading edges, Teijin D2 ripstop canopies, and refined Apex bridle systems, but they take fundamentally different approaches to how power is delivered, how the kite moves through the wind window, and who belongs on each one. Shop Switchb …

Modern hydrofoil design has reached a point where "one foil does it all" is no longer the move. The best brands are building with intention, and F-One is one of the clearest examples of that shift in the current market. Their Sk8, Eagle, and Seven Seas front wings each carry a distinct personality, a clear purpose, and a specific type of rider in mind. Understanding those differences is not just useful knowledge. It is the difference between buying a foil you love and buying one that sits in th …

Cape Town's Blouberg launches kiters 30 meters into the sky on dense, lifty wind with Table Mountain looming behind them. Brazil's Prea delivers bullet-consistent 25-knot trade winds for five months straight, with open ocean and friendlier conditions for pushing your tricks. After spending recently spending a month in Cape Town, the Brazilian Brothers share their opinion on which destination deserves your next kiteboarding vacation. Overall Conditions and Friendliness Northeast Brazil (Prea ar …

The Brazilian Brothers are back to talk about a common issue for many kite surfers: elbow pain. Unfortunately, it's a type of injury that afflicts a lot of riders. While they aren't medical professionals and aren't giving medical advice, but they are sharing four things they personally do to prevent tennis elbow, similar injuries, and stay on the water longer without pain. Tip 1: Go for Kites with Light Bar Pressure The first thing to do to avoid tennis elbow and elbow pain is choose kites wit …

Tucker's back with a very special product announcement: the Ozone Mission Pack, a parawing backpack designed for carrying your kit and an extra wing or two when you're out downwinding. It's something that Tucker has been using it for everyday riding, especially when parawinging. In this video, he breaks down who the Ozone Mission Pack is for, its composition, and how it benefits most riders. Construction and Materials The Mission Pack is an ultra-lightweight double ripstop pack made from the s …

If you've never stumbled into Sterling Spencer's "Pinch My Salt" podcast, this episode is the perfect entry point. Sterling and his cousin Ryan somehow convinced Kai Lenny (eight-time world champ, Jaws regular, and the guy most responsible for putting half the ocean on foils) to hop on for an hour, and what followed was one of the most genuinely entertaining wind and water sports conversations we've seen in a while. They cover a lot of ground. Kai talks about growing up as an outcast wind …

The Brazilian Brothers sat down with special guest Lana Herman in Hermanus, South Africa. Fresh off an amazing session on the water, they dive into her journey. Lana is an international rider representing Harlem who recently secured a podium finish on kiteboarding's biggest stage: King of the Air. From Slovenia to Kiteboarding Lana is originally from Slovenia. Her kiteboarding journey started when her parents divorced and her mom began dating a kite surfer and windsurfer with over 20 years of …

Jeff and Tucker brewk down the new Ozone Flow V2, a brand known for building very durable wings with excellent quality in both production and design — almost everything they put out is highly refined and known for its subtle performance, with nothing that screams out at you or looks weird. Just solid, proven designs. While the Flow V2 might look like your average wing at first glance, it's definitely not your average wing. Build Quality and Features The Flow V2 builds on the reputation o …

Eli walks through all the settings you'll find in your Waydoo EVO remote, from the basics of powering on to the deeper menus that personalize your ride. Navigating Your Waydoo EVO Remote Starting simple: power on. Just hold the power button and the remote will fire up. The main screen displays your speed (in either miles per hour or kilometers per hour), board battery level, remote battery level at the top, what gear you're in, and the board angle. This is universal across all EVO models &mdas …

Ryan and Hunter, along with Ryan Arzy from Foil Drive, chat about the carbon integrated masts that many brands are now releasing. These masts are available with the new high-power motor, providing more thrust and helping with battery longevity. After testing them at KoGL and during the sessions leading up to it, the team shared their thoughts on how these integrated units perform. Carbon vs. Aluminum Integrated Masts The concept of an integrated mast is nothing new, but the move to carbon …

Ryan and Hunter chat about the all-new Sunova Foil Drive Trench board, designed specifically to integrate with Foil Drive systems, offering a dedicated space for the motor unit and battery. Three Different Sizes The board comes in three sizes to accommodate different rider weights and skill levels: 4'10" at 40 liters 5'2" at 45 liters 5'6" at 50 liters The width on the 4'10" model is 19", and the width increases by a quarter inch on each of the larger two sizes. Board Features The Sunova Tre …

Aaron and Kevin (WMFG) sat down to chat about the WMFG 1.0E Electric Kite/Wing/SUP Pump. Here, they chat about features, the benefits of electric pumps, and its travel-friendly design. The Shift to Electric Pumps Waterman Manufacturing (WMFG) has been in the pump game for a few years now, and from the jump, it was clear that electric pumps were going to be the future. With battery technology improving across every industry, the team at WMFG spent three years finding the right partner and devel …

The Brazilian Brothers are back with a very special guest: Kauan Grubert, the 14-year-old Brazilian prodigy. With the wind is absolutely nuking, and they tested a very special kite to test — the 2026 Nitro from Cabrinha. Intense Conditions and Big News At the time of testing, gusts were already pushing 40 knots. Kauan only had a 9m Nitro that day, and at around 50kg, he was looking at a seriously overpowered session. While he was on the water, the team also got some big news from his fam …

The Brazilian Brothers are back for the full-length review of the Reedin MasterModel. This is Reedin's first five-strut kite, and after spending several hours on it in Brazil over the past couple of weeks, the team is finally ready to give the final verdict and let you know whether you're actually going to catch a cold up there, or whether it's all marketing. The Brainchild Bag and Kite Design As longtime fans of the Brainchild bag, the Brazilian Brothers were happy to see that Reedin's versio …

The Brazilian Brothers are back with a very special kite comparison: the Harlem Peak versus the F-One Trigger Brainchild. The Influence of the Harlem Peak and F-One Trigger The Harlem Peak is a massively hyped kite at the moment, largely thanks to the performances of Leonardo and Lorenzo Casati. Lorenzo has done the trilogy this year — winning a World Championship, the Megaloop Challenge, and King of the Air — showcasing just how much top-end performance the Peak has. In terms of g …