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At first glance, the 2025 F-One Trigger and Harlem Thrive seem pretty similar. Both are big air kites designed by Ralf Groesel and made at his Brainchild facility, have amazing digitally printed graphics, and use Proweld construction to make them extremely lightweight. But that's where the similarity ends, and one will probably meet your needs better than the other. The Brazilian Brothers have spent a lot of time on both and have some observations to help you sort out which one is right f …

The Brazilian Brothers, Arthur and Rubens, are back with another review. Up this time is the 2025 F-One Trigger BrainChild, and it turns out that it feels right at home in the windy conditions of Prea, Brazil. It's designed for big air, which is the brothers' favorite style, so does it measure up to their standards, and what makes the BrainChild edition special? Pro-weld Technology The BrainChild edition of the F-One Trigger uses the innovative Pro-weld technology, which ultrasonically w …

Why Do I Need a Wrist Leash for Wing Foiling? A leash of some sort is almost a must when it comes to winging. If you've got anything like decent wind, your wing can scoot away pretty quickly when you fall, and you don't want to end up stranded, especially if you're on a sinker board. F-One's wrist leash is one of Ryan's favorites. It's simple, with nothing you don't need and everything you do. Cuff The wrist cuff is soft and comfortable, even on long sessions. It's got a wide adjustabili …

F-One's Frigate has got to be one of the most eagerly-awaited parawings so far. Even before its official release date, the preorders are almost sold out. How can a wing that no one's ridden be so hot already? Part of it is F-One's reputation for putting out quality products. This is their first entry into the parawing market because they take their time refining a product until it meets their standards. Tucker got a chance to get out on the Frigate, and he can confirm that this approach h …

It's no secret that Tucker is a fan of F-One gear. It's a brand that consistently delivers, and Tucker's excitement shows through whenever he gets his hands on something new. He's already had a chance to try F-One's Plume K-Wing, a unique wing that looks like a small kiteboarding kite, and now a demo of F-One's single-skin parawing, the Frigate, has just arrived. He's eager to put it through its paces, but since there isn't any wind today, he'll settle for taking a quick look at its featu …

The FRIGATE is one of the latest pocket wings on the market, and it's definitely got the shop excited for the future of downwind foiling. For such a small wing, it's packed with plenty of features and technology to keep it light, efficient, and ready at a moment's notice. Let's break down what makes the FRIGATE one of the most anticipated wings on the market: What is a FRIGATE? The F-One FRIGATE is part of an evolving trend in wing foiling. Unlike its inflatable counterparts like the Stri …

A new foilboard has been getting checked out of the demo room quite a bit. The F-One Rocket Wing Crossover bridges the gap between the Rocket Wing S and the Rocket Midlength. While it still falls into the midi board category, it's shorter and wider. So who is this board for, and what are the advantages of this shape? What Is the F-One Rocket Wing Crossover? As the name implies, it falls between a couple other boards in the F-One range. It's longer and narrower than the Rocket Wing S, but …

Tucker's back with a review for the 2025 F-One Plume. It's a... well, he's not quite sure what to call it. It's essentially a small, strutless kite with a handle attached directly to the bridles. It flies much like a parawing, but with its inflated leading edge, it is also similar to a wing. We'll call it a "K-Wing", or maybe just the "Plume" since this hybrid kite-wing is unique. Regardless of what it is, the real question is whether it works. Why would you want this over a wing or a parawi …

Mid-length foilboards are rapidly growing in popularity and could soon dominate the market, especially as a second board for your quiver. F-One has responded with three offerings in the category, each with a distinct appeal. Jeff and Tucker were able to get their hands on the pre-production models and take them for a spin, and now they're ready to share some early insights on what each one does and who it's for. What Is Mid-Length? Mid-length is a rather broad term that can apply to a variety …

At MACkite, we've always found F-One's wings to be a solid choice, and this year's lineup looks like it will live up to our high expectations once again. But with five options on the board, it might be a bit overwhelming to decide which is the best choice for you, so we're going to break it down. First, there are really only three models: the Origin, Swing, and Strike. You'll choose among those by what sort of riding you want to do. Second, if you choose the Strike, you'll have three options b …

A few weeks ago, we highlighted F-One's commitment to sustainability, so it should come as no surprise that they've teamed up with Brainchild to produce their latest kite, the Trigger. Its bold look is matched by its big air ability, but that's not the only reason to love it. It also makes full use of Brainchild's eco-friendly technologies.What Is the Trigger?Legendary kite designer and Brainchild founder Ralf Grosel is responsible for this kite that is ready to visit the clouds. Although i …

The third and final stop of the GKA Freestyle Kite World Cup tour in 2024 could hardly have been more exciting. Maxime Chabloz from Switzerland was leading the rankings, but not by much and faced stiff competition from the other board leaders. Adding to the uncertainty was a less-than-perfect wind forecast for the normally reliably steady spot. The finals were held at Fuwairit Kite Beach on a lagoon that opens to the Arabian Sea in Qatar. Typical conditions offer mirror-flat waters an …

Sustainability is a word we're starting to hear from more brands lately, and at MACkite, we couldn't be happier about it! We work and play in the environment, so taking good care of it is a priority. We've made our own baby steps at the shop, from our solar panels on the roof to staff members who drive electric vehicles, and one who even moved closer just to be able to walk in.F-One and Manera are the latest guests to the sustainability party. What have they done to make a positive impact on the …

Two of F-One's youngest riders made an impressive showing at a recent GWA Wing Foil Events in Dakhla, Morocco and Ibiraquera, Brazil. Leon Schiel from the UK is only 14 but placed 3rd in the Wave category in Dakhla, and 17-year-old Liam Coralle advanced to the quarterfinals in his first-ever GWA event.Dakhla sits at the edge of the Sahara Desert and has a shallow, flatwater lagoon. The side-offshore wind is just right with consistent speeds of 20 to 30 knots. Air temps in the fall rise to a …

Join Tucker, Hooker and Skinny for a chill wing foiling session in West Michigan. It's an absolutely perfect June day to try out some of the season's fresh gear, including North and Reedin wing foiling wings, Omen Flux wing foilboards, and F-One hydrofoils. West Michigan has a beauty all its own, with wide beaches, lighthouses, and the blue-green waters of Lake Michigan. Come along for the ride! MACkite Subscription Links: YouTube  |   Instagram  |  …