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Save Time and Reduce Drag | Why Konrad Click Nuts Are a Must-Have for Foilers
Ryan from MACkite has a nifty, convenient upgrade for foilers. He's been using the Konrad Click nuts with his foils for a while now and absolutely loves them. He's also got some tips to share that will make them as secure, useful, and unobtrusive as possible while out on the water.What are Konrad Click Nuts?
Konrad Click nuts replace the screws that attach your foil to your board. (You'll still use your own track nuts, though, so hang on to those!) They have a nice, big wing for too
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6th Nov 2024
Mid-Length Boards or Downwind Boards | Which Is Better for Wing Foiling?
MACkite's top wingnuts, Tucker, Ryan, and Jeff, are chatting about boards today. Downwind boards are gaining in popularity, but the really hot boards are hybrid, or mid-length boards. There seems to be a bit of misunderstanding about these two types of boards and their applications, especially with all the recent innovations, so the wing crew has gotten together to talk about their experiences on them and when they like to choose each one. If you're moving past the beginner phase of yo
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15th Oct 2024
2024 Reedin SuperNatural Wing vs. the HyperNatural Aluula Wing
Jeff and Ryan have had sessions on both the Reedin SuperNatural and its Aluula brother, the HyperNatural, and they're ready to share how the two compare. Does the Aluula make enough of a difference that it's worth the extra cost?
Jeff had a chance to get on the two back-to-back, while Ryan got out on them separately but in a wide variety of conditions for both. They agree that both are fantastic, well-designed wings. In fact, Ryan's had the SuperNatural in his car most of the summer
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22nd Aug 2024
Foil Drive Prop Comparison | 2-Blade vs. 3-Blade | Which is Better?
Foil Drive systems come standard with a 2-blade propeller, and it works great. However, they also offer a 3-blade prop as an upgrade. How is its performance different from the stock propeller, and which one is right for you? Ryan got a chance to get out in the water to test both back-to-back and was able to make some interesting observations.What Are Some Differences?Ryan was out in small, challenging conditions where the assist from the Foil Drive was pretty much a must. He was surprise
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11th Jul 2024
Axis Foil Drive Board vs. Omen Flux
The Axis Foil Drive board has just arrived at the shop, and the guys managed to get a quick morning session in small conditions on it. It's quite similar to the Omen Flux, but there are a few differences. What are they, and how did the Axis Foil Drive board stack up to the shop favorite Flux? Ryan's got it broken down for us.
Shape
Both the Axis Foil Drove and the Omen Flux are a bit longer and narrower than your typical prone surfboard. This makes them more efficient and easier t
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2nd Jul 2024
Sessions: Wing Foiling West Michigan | A Day Out with the MACkite Crew
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!
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12th Jun 2024
Axis x Foil Drive Board Collaboration | Unboxing the 5'8" 70L Model
Axis has collaborated with Foil Drive to produce a custom-designed board to work perfectly with the Foil Drive. It's been eagerly anticipated, and MACkite just got some in. It comes in 50, 60 and 70 liter sizes, and Ryan brought the 5'8" 70L down to the beach to unbox it and see what it's like.
Custom Board Bag
The first thing he noticed as he opened the box and began to pull the board out is the nice, custom bag that it ships in. That's a nice bonus since, not only does it help p
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10th Jun 2024
2024 Reedin SuperNatural Wing | Effortless Handling and Unexpected Excellence
Ryan and Jeff from MACkite got out on the 2024 Reedin SuperNatural wing. Jeff has had a couple sessions on the 5m, and Ryan just came in from a half hour session. Ryan is stoked on it already; it's in his top three for the year. Will Jeff agree?Design CharacteristicsOn top of being a very beautiful wing that turned heads at the beach, it's lightweight and well-balanced. It's a dream handling it in the waves. When you're riding downwind at your wing and switching hands, it has a tendenc
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29th May 2024
Foil Drive | Essential Maintenance Tips to Help Enjoy Your Ride
Ryan from MACkite takes a few minutes to chat with Ben from Foil Drive and pick up some tips on maintaining your Foil Drive gear after a session so it's always ready for the next session. Water, and especially salt water, can be tough on electronics, but fortunately there are some simple things you can do to extend the life of your gear.1. Remove Your BatteryThe first thing to do as soon as you come off the water is to remove your battery. Whenever the battery is plugged in, the electr
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22nd Apr 2024
Foil Drive | Essential Tips to Supercharge Your First Session
The Foil Drive makes your foiling life easier. You'll get up easier and catch more waves, but like any new skill, it does have a bit of a learning curve. You probably won't pull the trigger and ride off into the sunset on your first time out, but there are some things you can do to have a better experience on that first session.1. Size Up Your Foil and Board
Allow yourself to focus on how the Foil Drive works while you're getting used to it. Make it easy on yourself to get up and ri
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17th Apr 2024
What's New with F-One Foils? Eagle X and Seven Seas Updates Explained
F-One has released some exciting new options and refinements in their foil lineup. Tucker, Ryan, and Jeff take a look at what's new for those in the F-One ecosystem in this overview, with more complete reviews to come once they've had a chance to ride them.Seven Seas Front WingThe Seven Seas is one of Jeff's favorite wings. It was named "Seven Seas" for its aspect ratio of 7, but this one actually has an aspect ratio of 8 for a bit more glide and speed. It's still going to have the lift
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12th Apr 2024
Foil Drive | From Box to Board | Ben Jamieson's Setup Guide
Ben from Foil Drive has a few tips and tricks to keep in mind while you're setting up your kit. This isn't a replacement for the full install guide, or even the quick start guide, but rather some things that can be easy to miss in your rush to get to the water or that can improve the performance of your Foil Drive in the long run.Install Each Component in OrderThere is an order to installing each piece in your kit that will make it easier and less likely to cause damage. For example, if
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14th Mar 2024
Foil Drive | Unboxing and Overview With Co-Founder Ben Jamieson
Ben from Foil Drive is visiting all the way from Australia. He and Ryan from MACkite are taking a look at everything you get when you open up your sweet new Foil Drive unit.
Case
The whole thing comes packed in a very nice semi-hard shell case with shaped foam compartments to keep everything securely in place. You won't need to find and budget for a separate case to keep your gear together.
Quick Start Guide
The first thing you should grab when you open it is the Quick Star
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13th Mar 2024
2024 F-One Wings Sneak Peek | What's Hot in the Latest Lineup!
Christmas came early (or was it late?) for Tucker, Ryan and Jeff with a delivery of brand new 2024 F-One wings. They couldn't wait to share what the lineup looks like for this year, so this is a quick feature overview rather than a review for returning favorites, the Swing and Strike, and the all-new Origin.Swappable HandlesAll three wings now feature the option to swap out the handles to fit your preference and riding style. F-One's familiar semi-rigid handle is included. Other options
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28th Feb 2024
Foil Drive | From Humble First Sessions to Consistently Catching Waves
Ryan and Cole recently experienced the Foil Drive for the first time, and they have some thoughts they'd like to share with anyone wondering if a Foil Drive is right for them, and what to know and expect.ExpectationsCole: What did you think about Foil Drive before you got your hands on it?Ryan: I was thinking the Foil Drive might be more like an eFoil where you kill the prop. There are some eFoils out there that have folding props, but your motor's still down in the water and they're a l
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23rd Feb 2024