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2015 Cabrinha FX Kite Review MACkite's Nathan has been riding the 2015 Cabrinha FX Kiteboarding Kite for a couple of weeks, and he's ready to unleash some knowledge to the masses. Cabrinha released the FX mid-season, making it the newest kite in their inventory. If you're looking for a "poppy" kite, take a look at what we have to say about the FX. (Also, if you're looking for a really fun afternoon, check out this video with the subtitles. It's a riot!) Preferred Riders: The FX is great …

2015 Airush Lithium Kite Review Tucker's back with another installment of the "Tucker Reviews", a chance for him to chat about the things he pretends to know about.* This time, it's the 2015 Airush Lithium Kiteboarding Kite. You know the drill, fellow readers/viewers. Take a look at the video, then take a look at what we have to say about the 10 meter Lithium and the 18 meter Lithium Zero. Who's it good for: Beginners People who like to ride on the waves What Tucker likes: Super fun and …

Tucker Reviews: 2015 Airush Razor Kiteboarding Kite MACkite's Airush-lover and all-around riding extraordinaire Tucker gives his review for the 2015 Airush Razor, a powerful C-kite that acts like a freestyle/wakestyle machine. What Tucker likes: Gives a pure "C-kite" feel The Razor slacks like no other kite The feeling is perfect for wakestyle, unhooked, and freestyle tricks It's a stable, predictable kite Great for progression and performance riding What Tucker would improve: The kite …

GoPro: Chasing Waterfalls with Dane Jackson TLC has been versed over and over again for their hit song, "Don't go chasing waterfalls". Well, obviously Dane Jackson never jammed out to the smooth-toned and calming pop hit because here he is chasing waterfalls. Sporting the GoPro Hero4 Black Camera, Dane shows those of us who are a little too chicken to ride the waves some of the most challenging and most dangerous waterfalls in Veracruz, Mexico. For me, I think I'll stick to jamming with …

2015 Slingshot Turbine Lightwind Kite Slingshot's goal has always been to design gear that will allow anyone to get out on the water in any riding condition. The  2015 Slingshot Turbine is re-defining what is considered "ride-able conditions" by getting you up and going in wind speeds as little as 5 - 6 knots. Slingshot's Open Delta-C Platform and their Cascading 5-Point Bridle attachment system. This winning combination creates a consistent and smooth feel along the power stroke along wi …

Aaron from Hooked on Kiteboarding tearing it up with the Liquid Force Foil Fish Ah, foilboarding. It's the latest craze among kiteboarders. It's something that everyone has seemed to chat about this summer, and the momentum keeps building for this incredible skill. In this video, Aaron shows that foilboarding is not merely gliding over the water. It's an art form that can involve twists, turns, and jumps. It may look challenging, but for intermediate to advanced riders, a simple lesson may be wh …

Ben Leclair and the 2015 Terrian While Ben Leclair may not be one of the oldest kiteboarders in the industry, he certainly shows that he is a force to be reckoned with. Riding in Texas, we see him in Shredtown and in Quest Cable Park sporting his 2014 Slingshot RAD Kiteboarding Boots.  2014 Slingshot RAD Kiteboarding Boots Bold. Smooth. Simple. Rad. The Slingshot RAD Boots features a simplistic design while maintaining the comfort and performance that has been seen in previous models. T …

Victoria Soloveykina - All That She Wants Victoria Soloveykina in her latest video "All that she wants" shows that all she wants is some wind, some water, and some kiteboarding. Representing Best Kiteboarding, Soloveykina rocks the freestyle/wakestyle scene with the  2015 GP Kiteboarding Kite and Best Armada 135cm Kiteboard. 2015 Best GP Kiteboarding Kite The Best GP is like a power-hungry machine, munching and clawing for the power driven by the wind window. The GP is the ultim …

GoPro: Jet Ski Motosurf with Mark Gomez Okay, so this video doesn't really have to do anything with kiteboarding (except for the fact that we use jet skis during our kiteboarding lessons and that we sell GoPros), but we can appreciate all forms of sport. Mark Gomez defies gravity with his latest jet ski motosurfing stunts. Haven't heard of motosurfing before? Well, to be frank, I hadn't either. But I have heard of the new GoPro Hero4 Black cameras!  GoPro Hero4 Black Camera GoPro …

Windyty - One of the coolest, most beautiful, and most user-friendly weather programs around! This may be the coolest wind chart we have came across. Play around and see what it is doing at your local spots.What is Windyty?Windyty is a non-commercial project led by kiter and pilot Ivo, who is building a program that is able to see wind, waves, METARs and powdered snow easily. This user-friendly program uses a GFS forecast model, produced by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration t …

The Road Down Under - Cabrinha Kiteboarding The 2015 Cabrinha FX Kite has definitely made a name for itself in the past few months it has been available. It's the kite that Cabrinha never had, but the industry had always wanted. The FX is the penultimate design for a poppy freestyle experience. Join James Boulding, Liam Whaley, Alec Sheather, Luke Smith, and Dan Sweeny on a journey through Australia's picturesque kiteboarding locales. The Missing Kite, a Review by MACkite's Nathan Patters …

2015 Best Kiteboarding - Cabo, TS, & Kahoona OverviewBest Kiteboarding's Kevin Wade joins our own Nathan Patterson for an overview of the 2015 Best kite lineup. Having trouble deciding which kite is right for you? Then this video is sure to help, breaking down the differences between the 2015 Best TS, Kahoona, and Cabo.Learn more about each kite by clicking through to their respective product pages, linked above. …

In the Park with Santa Cruz Has the summer let you ride those cracked, cement waves? Maybe you haven't been able to get out as much as you would like. Maybe you've busted an ankle and are now strapped to crutches and YouTube for the summer. Perhaps you just don't feel like skating today. Either way, we hope your day involves catching the Santa Cruz Squad throw it down in the park. We also hope your day involves smoothies because, well, smoothies. Have you been searching for Santa Cruz boa …

UP YOUR GAME with the 2015/16 Naish Kite Collection Whether you're looking to fly higher, travel further, cruise more comfortably, or cut harder, the newest additions to the Naish lineup will take your riding to new heights. With 4 new kites, ergonomic harnesses, a sporty board, and a refined control system, Naish has plenty of gear to help you up your game. Thoughtfully designed with heightened durability, performance, and convenience in mind, the Naish's newly refined shapes are a must try for …

MACkite Compares the Liquid Force Edge, the Best Spin, and the Best Spark Kiteboards"It's dangerous to go alone, take this!" says the rather decrepit-looking older gentleman. You stare at the board thinking, Why did I choose to buy a kiteboard from a wizard? I should have just called MACkite. We've been there before, trying to scour for the latest and greatest while maintaining a price point (sans the creepy old wizards). Thankfully, if you're in the market for a kiteboard, we have lined up …