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2023 Cabrinha Nitro Review
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This is Pat from MACkiteboarding.com, and I'm going to give you my review of the Cabrinha 03 Nitro. I've had a couple sessions on it now, and I've really been enjoying this kite.What Is the Cabrinha Nitro?
The Nitro is Cabinha's all-new big air kite. It's a 5-strut, higher-aspect kite made for boosting really high and doing kiteloops.
So far, I've been really impressed with this kite. I felt at home as soon as I got on it. It falls right in line with the othe
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27th Mar 2023
Blank Kite Test (Big Air) Season 2 | Ep. 1-3
Kiteboarding enthusiasts, get ready for an exciting new series of the Blank Kite Test! Season 2 BIG AIRWhat's the Blank Kite Test?
Series 2 of the Blank Kite Test features Ruben Lenten, Giel Vlugt, and Marc Jacobs. They'll have two hours to narrow 8 unbranded big air kites down to the top 3. However, they won't have any guidance on how to do that; that's part of the fun, and hopefully it'll be a little bit chaotic and make for some good content.The Rules
Each blank kite is a 9m. The pr
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23rd Mar 2023
Brunotti Discovery Kiteboard Unboxing and Assembly
Board OverviewThis is Pat with MACkiteboarding.com, and today we're going be checking out the Brunotti Discovery that we are offering in our complete kiteboarding packages. It is the upgrade board from the PKG, and the biggest advantages to this board are that you get a solid wood core, better fit and finish, and it's going to last you a lot longer down the road.The PKG is a great board for getting into the sport, but you're going to outgrow it quickly. The Brunotti Discovery is still
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23rd Mar 2023
Waydoo Adapter for Moses and SABfoil - Foils Ridden and Reviewed
This is Pat, Dustin, and Ryan from MACkiteboarding.com. We just got off the water with the Waydoo. We're trying out the range of SABfoil front wings with a special new adapter that allows you to add them to your Waydoo. If you're looking to experiment and try something that's a little carvier and higher performance, there might be something in this range for you.
Waydoo with SabFoil W940 - 1100 cm2
Dustin: The 940 is probably the most high-performance wing we tested toda
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23rd Mar 2023
Reedin SuperModel HTF | The Ultimate Kite for All Disciplines
Are you an avid kiter looking for a kite that can do it all? Look no further than the Reedin SuperModel HTF, designed by Damien Jordan, co-founder and head of design at Reedin Kiteboarding.
In this blog post, we'll explore the features that make this kite the ultimate choice for all kiteboarding disciplines and conditions.
Versatility and Performance
The primary goal of the SuperModel HTF is to provide riders with the ability to have as much fun as possible on the w
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21st Mar 2023
Can You Wing Foil on an Inland Lake?
Are you looking for a new and exciting way to get on the water? Wing foiling may be the perfect water sport for you. It’s relatively new, but it’s quickly becoming popular among those that love the wind and water—and who don't live anywhere near an ocean.But what is wing foiling exactly, and can you do it on an inland lake? In this blog post, we'll look at all aspects of determining if a lake is suitable for wing foiling so that you can make an informed decision about whether or not it's wor
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13th Mar 2023
The Best Light Wind Wings For 2023 | Tested and Compared
Welcome back to MACkiteboarding Wing Wednesdays. This is Tucker and Jeff, and today we're going to talk about our favorite light wind wings for 2023. We've finally gotten the chance to spend a lot of time on these wings, and there's some exciting new stuff coming this year for light wind. There's been an increased focus on that segment from a lot of brands, so we're going to talk through some of our favorites and some reasons why you might make those choices or which one might be right f
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9th Mar 2023
2023 Duotone Unit V3 Review | Worth the Upgrade?
Welcome back to MACkiteboarding Wing Wednesdays. I'm Tucker, and today I'm going to bring you a review on one of the most hotly anticipated wings this year, the 2023 Duotone Unit. This is the version 3, so they've really done a lot of refining over the past couple of years. There are some notable changes this year, but they didn't get away too much from the Unit DNA.I rode the "standard" construction, not the D/Lab with Aluula, but that's not to say that this is a lesser wing. It's act
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9th Mar 2023
Beginners Guide - Back to Wrapped / Backmobe
What's up, guys? Rygo here from MACkite. Welcome back to our Unhooked playlist. For this week we're going to talk about the Back to Wrapped, or the Backmobe. We're going to be building off of our Fundamentals playlist where we covered every fundamental unhooked trick that you need to know before you move on to the second playlist. If you've done all of those videos and you've put in the work, you're absolutely going to be ready to give this video a try.On the note of levels and perspecti
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9th Mar 2023
Ride With Blake - Checking In From the British Virgin Islands
Aaron: Hey guys, welcome back. We are live on the island with Blake. Blake, where are you at buddy? What are you up to today?
Blake: It's been a busy day. I'm in the BVI right now on Moskito Island, which is one of Sir Richard Branson's islands. Behind me is Necker Island, where he lives. He just got in today, actually. It's incredible here; he's got quite a quite a thing going on.
Aaron: So what have you been up to? I understand there's some confidential things that you can't d
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9th Mar 2023
Kiteboarder's Perspective on How to Choose the Right Wing Foiling Wing
Aaron: I had a question for Tucker, for those of us who both kite and wing. On a kite, there's a certain set of things that I want to know when we're looking at a kite review, like power, upwind ability, and relaunch. How does that translate to wing? What are the elements that you're looking at? Obviously, relaunch isn't a factor.Tucker: Well sort of. When you drop the wing in the water, you have to get it back in your hands and into the air, so that is kind of a relaunch, but yeah, it
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9th Mar 2023
Interview with Derek Sproul From Naish Kiteboarding
Pat: I'm Pat with MACkiteboarding, and I'm talking with Derek from Naish.
Derek: What's up, guys?
Pat: So Derek, you've been with Naish now for 10 years?
Derek: Yeah, I came on board in February 2014, so I'll be pushing 10 years now.
Pat: That's a long time with any company, really. I feel like very few people have stayed with one brand for that long, as far as the reps I know. There are a select few, but not a ton.
Derek: For sure for the reps, but I'm not even close
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9th Mar 2023
Where in the World Did RyGo???
Aaron: Thanks for joining us. We are catching up with RyGo, who is currently located in southern Florida. Where are you at right now, buddy?
RyGo: I'm in St. Petersburg right now, but I'm actually just getting the rig ready and we're gonna be heading to the Keys, probably later today.
Aaron: Awesome. Well, on this quick segment today I was wanting to catch up with you, talk about your new gig with Airush, and talk about what you and Kristen have been doing in the off-seaso
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8th Mar 2023
Cabrinha’s Dave Hastilow Shares What He's Stoked About for 2023
Aaron: Well Dave, thank you for taking the time. Tell us about yourself and your role with Cabrinha. Give us a brief introduction.
Dave: I'm Dave Hastilow, brand manager at Cabrinha. I've been with Cabrinha in some form probably from the beginning, over 20 years. I'm based in Maui, and I oversee everything visual: what the brand is, the brand itself, and the direction. That comes from myself and the guys.
Aaron: We're here in Cancun for dealer week and the 03 Cab
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8th Mar 2023
Which Complete Wing Foil Package is Right for Me?
If you're thinking about learning to wing foil, you may be wondering which foil package is right for you. In this blog post, we'll help you understand the key factors to consider when making your decision. We'll also provide some recommendations based on common scenarios. So whether you're a beginner or an experienced foiler, read on to find out which wing foil package is right for you.
When in doubt—give us a shout. We're always happy to help!
Email: Kiteboarder@MACkite.com
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1st Mar 2023