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Jeff and Tucker got their hands on the highly anticipated Slingshot Project Drag board, bringing a little Christmas in August to the shop. The designers, including Ken Adgate, have been working on this shape for a few years. We've seen this board under Ken's feet in a custom capacity for a long time, and it's great to finally see it available in a production model with a palatable price and durable construction. The first thing the rest of the industry needs to take note of is the bag. The Pro …

Finals Day at the GKA World Championship The Brazilian Brothers are back on the beach for Finals Day at the GKA World Championship in Mykonos. Yesterday was full of action, and today the tension is high. Everything is on the line for both the male and female athletes, with a ton of money and a life-changing world championship crown up for grabs. By 11:00 AM, the wind is already cranking, kites are in the air, and a massive crowd is forming to watch the riders go absolutely huge. GKA Staff Ins …

Tucker and Ryan are here to bring you a quick summary of their top three tips for learning to dock start. Keeping it simple is key when you're first getting into this part of the sport. Find a Proper Dock The first tip is to make sure you have a proper dock. The better your dock is, the easier the learning process is going to be. A few specific things about a dock can make your life a lot easier or much more difficult when you're learning to dock start. A big factor is whether the dock allows …

Tucker brings us a review on a highly anticipated new board from Appletree: the 2026 Appletree Mid Length V2 — the refined evolution of the original Skipper Midlength, now optimized for parawing and light-wind wing conditions. This specific review focuses on the 77L (6'1") model built in Appletree's new Hollow construction, breaking down the shape, features, and how it compares to their classic foam core build. Construction Options: Hollow vs. High-Density Foam This board is available in …

The Brazilian Brothers are back, coming to you from Mykonos with a very special first look at the brand-new North Kiteboarding lineup for 2027. They're joined by international team riders Maxwell Dahl and Nathalie Lambrecht to dive into the details of the 2027 North Orbit, plus a teaser for the new Navigator Pro bars and updated boards. Insights from King of the Air Winner Nathalie Lambrecht Nathalie Lambrecht, a Red Bull King of the Air winner on the Orbit, shares what this specific kite mean …

The Brazilian Brothers recently checked out what Brainchild Production has to offer and what's actually necessary to make kite design ideas come true. Ralf Groesel's main goal was to try to make something better. He showcases a 10-meter laser cutter that perfectly highlights what the facility needs: absolute precision. From the start point to the end point, the 10-meter laser has a variance of just 0.05 millimeters. This level of precision is the exact base they're aiming for, and that right b …

Parawinging West Michigan looks like pure freedom in this B-roll, shot entirely from behind on Tucker's Insta360 X5 mounted to a pole off the back of his harness. No talking, no breakdown — just five minutes of unfiltered POV riding straight from one of his recent sessions on the water. The angle puts you right in the action, following the wing, the board, and the wave from a perspective you rarely see in parawing content. Watch for the behind the back jibes, where the control bar passes …

Eli is joined by Corey from Lift to go over the new Lift 5 and the LCS (Lift Connect System) connection. This new system is designed for ease of use and a quick setup so you can get out on the water faster. Who Is It For? This system is perfect for folks who are out on boats with their families and want to take these out for their kids, parents, or grandparents to play around on. It's simple, fast, and removes the need for tools. Assembly can be done in a matter of 60 seconds if you have every …

Ryan from MACkite has been riding the Manta TakeOff Evo foil assist for a while now, and he is stoked to share his first impressions. From its massive power output to its travel-friendly battery options, this unit brings a lot of versatility to the water. Setup and Maintenance The setup on the Manta TakeOff Evo is fairly simple. You have a nose cone or nose guard that just slides into the back cone portion with a really easy connection using a few screws. The same goes for getting the motor on …

Jeff and Tucker dive into a one-year review of the Slingshot One Lock system. Officially, the system has been out for at least a year, but counting pre-production samples, the guys have been riding it for closer to two years. After getting plenty of traction with customers over the past year, they wanted to recap their thoughts, share customer feedback, and discuss how Slingshot backs their product now that it's officially here to stay. Durability and Maintenance: Is It a Gimmick? When it come …

If you aren't familiar with Omen's foils, you might know their boards, which feature exceptional design and top-quality construction. The Agent is their second foil release, designed specifically for glide, speed range, and a good low end. It works awesome for parawinging, winging, and even surf foiling when you're looking for that extra bit of glide and pumpability. For this review, Tucker tested the Agent 900. The Agent vs. The Operator Compared to Omen's first release, the Operator (their s …

The Brazilian Brothers caught up with the Casati family, a true powerhouse of kitesurfing. Lorenzo and Leo Casati are both World Champions, with Leo just taking a back-to-back win for the family after Lorenzo won it last year. Interviewing the Casati Brothers Two days after winning the competition, Leo says it feels amazing and still a bit unreal. He always wanted to become World Champion since he started kitesurfing. All the hard work put in with his dad, who is his coach, has finally paid of …

Eli from MACkite is joined by Corey from Lift to take a look at the Lift5 eFoil. This is the flagship model within the Lift Foils lineup, and Corey explains why that is, and who might be interested in one. Lift5 4'9 eFoil Overview The Lift5 4'9 is a full carbon fiber board. It ships complete with the quick-connect LCS (Lift Connect System) and a jet prop on the back. This setup also comes with the Elite hand controller. The 4'9 is one of the best-selling sizes of any of the Lift boards in the …

Tucker and Jeff are breaking down the skills you should focus on after you learn the basics of getting up on foil. You've finally moved past taxiing around on the board, almost getting up and ejecting, and only riding for a few feet before you fall in. Now you're getting up and riding on foil. You aren't making turns yet; you either fall in or drop down to switch your feet, and then you go back the other way, and that's ok. That's also a step in the progression of learning to wing. But you are …

Eli from MACkite is joined by Corey from Lift to go over the Lift eFoil family, including the Lift5 F, the Lift5, and the LiftX. No matter where you are in your foiling journey, there's a Lift for you, but which is it? Lift5 F - Flying Is for Everyone The Lift5 F is a 5'4"/83L or 4'9"/67L fiberglass board. The rider looking for a Lift5 F is typically an entry-level or first-time foiler who wants to get into eFoiling at a friendly price point. These boards provide a ton of stability and are inc …