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2016 Ride Engine Harness Overview Ride Engine’s Armor harness features a revolutionary design that will forever change expectations of how a kiteboarding harness should look, feel and perform. The core of the Armor is an ergonomic hard shell designed around hundreds of precision molds and contoured to distribute load evenly across the lumbar and hips and lock the harness low on your back where it’s supposed to be. The result is a low-profile, form-fitting harness that will dramatica …

2016 Liquid Force Foilboard at 2015 Surf Expo Gary Siskar talks The Kiteboarder Magazine through Liquid Force's lineup of 2016 foilboarding products.  As a recap of the 2015 foilboard, the Liquid Force Foil Fish, was the first foil "for the people". Easy to learn, ride, expansive, and affordable donned the characteristics of this 2015 foil. Check out Siskar's overview of the latest foilboarding gear. 2015/16 LF Foil Fish A continuation from their successful predecessor, this  …

Designer Notes - Cabrinha Double Agent The all-new Cabrinha Double Agent has taken the foilboarding industry by storm. Now, one of the most well-known kiteboarding companies has created a board that conveys two functions: a foilboard and a wave, directional board. While jargon may be shown throughout this video, no words can describe our utter fascination and excitement over the Double Agent. Why we're stoked about Cabrinha's Double Agent: The Double Agent has a twin tip constru …

Slingshot Sports - Down the Line Slingshot's new Wave SST kite has redefined kitesurfing. We are thrilled to have this kite in our lineup, and can't wait to break it out during those choppy days. In this video, Slingshot shows off the Wave's power and precision while kiting and also shows the complimentary action that comes when pairing the Wave SST with the Slingshot Angry Swallow, Slingshot Tyrant, and Slingshot Screamer. What Slingshot has to say about the Wave SST: Slingshot …

Jake Reviews Kiteboarding Trainer Kites You may have heard of Jake. Perhaps it was for his friendliness, or the fact that he gives some of the best deals in the shop. Either way, Jake has decided to take over the reviewing session for a bit to chat about trainer kites. Trainer kites are a great option for those that are looking for a cheaper kite to learn basic flying skills before, during, or after a kiteboarding lesson. If you're just learning how to fly, we definitely recommend spending abo …

Nathan's 2015 Airush Livewire Review Nathan is polished, prepped, and prepared to chat it up about the 2015 Airush Livewire, a kiteboard that has everyone talking (even Alex Pastor)! If you've been clicking through our site trying to find some awesome deals for your money, it may be time to float your mouse on over to Airush's kiteboarding page. Recommended riders for the 2015 Airush Livewire: Beginners to advanced riders can enjoy the Livewire. This thing rips and is crazy comfortab …

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 …

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 …

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 Overview Best 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. …

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 …

North Kiteboarding Changing Up Surf Kiteboards With Their Compact Surf Concept New to 2015, North Kiteboarding has introduced their Compact Surf Concept (CSC). As the name suggests, this idea is all about making the board more compact (read as: shorter) with more parallel rails. North mentions that the CSC can have a variety of performance benefits for riders. The CSC makes surf kiteboards easier to ride due to their increase in stability - especially through chop when you're heading full speed …