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The Brazilian Brothers Review the Harlem Thrive
The Brazilian Brothers have been putting the Harlem Thrive through its paces, and no doubt about it, this kite is anything but ordinary. Built in collaboration with Brainchild, the Thrive brings some innovative design and construction concepts to the kiteboarding world. Clearly, it's pushing the boundaries of performance and style.
Let's break down the performance features, from jumping and looping ability to control and functionality.
Harlem Thrive Construction Features
The first noticea
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11th Sep 2025
Ride Engine Empax V2 Impact Vest Review
The Brazilian Brothers have been putting the Ride Engine Empax V2 Impact Vest through months of riding, and their verdict is in: they simply don't hit the water without it anymore. It checks every box: buoyancy, protection, warmth, and a sleek design.
Why They Recommend an Impact Vest
The brothers (and the MACkite Crew) are strong advocates for impact vests for kitesurfing. The float alone justifies wearing one, and it benefits both new and seasoned riders. Beginners benefit from the extr
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10th Sep 2025
Tips on How to Ride Upwind More Efficiently
If you're reading this, chances are you already know how to ride upwind. But, do you know how to do it as efficiently as possible? In this latest video, the Brazilian Brothers break down common mistakes and give pro tips on improving your upwind riding ability. By refining your techniques, you'll be able to drive upwind with less energy, so you can save it for those coveted jumps and loops.
To the Brazilian Brothers, the most common mistakes fall into three key areas:
Kite position
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8th Sep 2025
Meet Kauan: Brazil's 14-Year-Old Big Air Prodigy
Kiting has inspired generations. Think of the greats — you know the ones, the ones that make you stop mid-session and just watch. They to go big and keep pushing boundaries, and that's exactly what Kauan is doing. At just 14 years old, he's already making waves in the Brazilian scene. The Brazilian Brothers saw him ripping it on the water and just had to take a few minutes to chat with this amazing athlete.
How Kauan Started Kiting
Kauan grew up in Preá, one of Brazil's most
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8th Sep 2025
Brazilian Brothers Review the 2026 North Orbit
The Brazilian Brothers have broken down the brand-new 2026 North Orbit. They've had early access to the kite, plenty of sessions on the water, and (unashamedly) some big crashes already. In this review, they break down the Orbit's capabilities along with some insight into who the kite is really for.
First Impressions: Orbit with Pro DNA
The Brazilian Brothers have been riding the Orbit for years. While past versions have gotten small tweaks, the 2026 model takes a step forward. Basically,
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19th Aug 2025