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Cape Town's Blouberg launches kiters 30 meters into the sky on dense, lifty wind with Table Mountain looming behind them. Brazil's Prea delivers bullet-consistent 25-knot trade winds for five months straight, with open ocean and friendlier conditions for pushing your tricks. After spending recently spending a month in Cape Town, the Brazilian Brothers share their opinion on which destination deserves your next kiteboarding vacation. Overall Conditions and Friendliness Northeast Brazil (Prea ar …

With no wind in Blouberg yet again, the Brazilian Brothers loaded up for another strike mission — this time to Hermanus, where the forecast was calling for rain and 40-knot gusts. As always, the brothers brought the camera along to capture every bit of the chaos. Nuclear Conditions and 40-Knot Gusts The drive into Hermanus had its own moments. Halfway there, the brothers had to pull over on the side of a mountain just to get the drone up — the scenery was too good to pass. From the …

The Brazilian Brothers from MACkiteboarding hit the road for a strike mission from Cape Town to Witsand — a legendary flat water spot a few hours up the South African coast. With no wind in Blouberg and the forecast at Witsand calling for 25-plus knots, the call was easy: load up the Brazilian Brother mobile and chase the wind. The Journey Three and a half hours of non-stop driving got the brothers officially into the middle of nowhere. No water in sight, no ocean on the horizon, and a b …

The Brazilian Brothers reported in from Kite Beach in Cape Town, South Africa — the legendary home of Red Bull King of the Air and a yearly stage for some of the biggest big air kiteboarding on the planet. The plan was simple: check the conditions, see what was going on, and get on the water. The reality, as it often does in Cape Town, had other ideas. Chasing the Wind The first stop was a bust. Kite Beach was empty — a little swell rolling through, no riders in the water, and no " …

The Brazilian Brothers caught up with world-class pro rider Max Tullet at Kite Beach in Cape Town for a session that wasn't going to be subtle. With 35 knots of nuclear wind ripping through and two-to-three-meter waves stacking up offshore, the conditions were perfect for putting the brand-new Duotone Rebel D/Lab through its paces — and Max was the right rider to do it. The Rebel D/Lab Experience Heading into the lineup with proper wind and serious swell, Max couldn't have been more stok …

The Brazilian Brothers kicked off their long-awaited Cape Town trip with a check-in at Fortaleza International Airport, hauling enough gear through the oversized baggage line to cover anything Cape Town could throw at them. After years of dreaming about this trip, it was finally happening — and the brothers came packed for it. The Gear List The first kite bag carried the core quiver: 8m Master 12m Evo D/Lab 7m Nitro (for when conditions are absolutely nuking) The second bag rounded out …

Jeff gets asked a lot of questions about traveling with wing foil gear: What bag should you take? What are the airlines going to charge? What should you generally bring on a trip? Fortunately, he has had some experience packing his own gear over the last couple of years, and he's going to go over what he's learned through travel using the Manera 747 travel bag. Choosing the Right Bag: Manera 747 vs. Wing Foil Bag Manera makes two travel bags: the Manera 747 and the Manera Wing Foil Bag. Jeff h …

When the guys first caught wind of the Waka folding foilboard this past winter, they were, shall we say... cautiously optimistic. It looked like one of those ideas that sounded good in theory, but ultimately turned out to be gimmicky. We've had split boards for kiteboarding, windsurfing, paddleboarding, and surfing for decades now, and all have fallen short, so the odds of success for a folding foilboard didn't seem too high. It might be heavy, expensive, and give up a lot of performance …

The amount of innovation we've seen lately in foilboarding makes our sport incredibly exciting. It wasn't too long ago that wings arrived as an alternate option to kites, and we're just starting to see parawings become popular for surf foiling. Lots of us love to explore new locations, but innovations like downwind and midi boards don't travel well, and we're forced to compromise with inflatables or smaller boards. Nigel Thompson has spent the last two years trying to solve this problem for …

Have you ever considered traveling to northern Perú for a kite trip? Up until a couple months ago, I hadn't either. I'm Cole from MACkite, and I'm going to share my experience kiting in Perú and give you tips on how to get there, where to stay, and things to do outside of kiting.When to GoNorthern Perú is an epic spot that you're definitely going to want to put on your list. The kiting is good from about April through December, with the most consistent wind coming in August through November …

The Outer Banks of North Carolina is a thin strip of sand stretching out into the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. Living in such a unique environment brings a lifestyle deeply connected to the sea and an understanding of the delicate nature of life on this barrier island. The history, the surf culture, and the resilience of its residents make the Outer Banks a special place. This blog dives into the life, the waves, and the challenges faced by those who call the Outer Banks home. A Changing L …

Today we hear from guest blogger Philip Simons, owner of Kiteflip in Thailand. If you're looking for a unique kite or wing getaway on an island in paradise, this might just be the ticket.Introduction Hi, my name is Philip Simons and I am the owner of Kiteflip on Koh Phangan island in Thailand. I changed the grey weather and countryside of Belgium for the tropical sunny island vibes of Koh Phangan 12 years ago. I fell instantly in love with the place, the people and of course the lifestyle. I …

Professional drone pilot and surfer Eric Sterman is taking advantage of a rare opportunity to do a novelty downwind run on the north shore of Oahu with his buddy Aaron Eveland. Oahu typically has northeasterly trade winds, but today the wind is more westerly, so he and Aaron are going to start at Ke Iki and head toward Sunset Beach. If conditions are good, they'll continue on to Turtle Bay to do the full downwinder in reverse! How will it stack up against past runs?Eric's pumping on a 4'7" …

At MACkite, we're grateful to be part of the amazing watersports community. Sometimes we learn about a customer that we think other watersports enthusiasts might be interested in hearing about. Tyler and Valentina are a perfect example. They're living the dream, and they're making it possible for others to experience it as well.We asked Tyler and Valentina to tell us a little bit about themselves and their company, Vive L'Amour (Long Live Love), and how they can take your watersports adventure t …

Introduction Traveling with kiteboarding and wing foiling gear can be an exciting and rewarding experience for water sports enthusiasts. However, it also requires careful planning and preparation to ensure a smooth journey and protect your equipment. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore everything you need to know about traveling with kiteboarding and wing foiling gear, from choosing the right travel bag to packing tips and essential precautions. Choosing the Right Travel Bag When it c …