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Cabrinha is bringing some interesting new options to its foil lineup for 2027, from a refined 1600 cm2 beginner-friendly wing to a high-performance high-aspect foil designed to rip through turns. Tucker has been putting the new pieces through their paces, and there are some cool details throughout the lineup. Here's a look at what's new for 2027 and what each piece brings to the table. Cabrinha Origin: A Beginner-Friendly Foil That Can Do More The new Cabrinha Origin is a 1600 cm2 front wing d …

The F-One Frigate V2 Upwind/Downwind Groove If you're looking to master the upwind and downwind flow, the F-One Frigate V2 is built to handle the transition perfectly. You can see it in action here, starting from a water launch and getting right onto the foil. The wing provides immediate lift, getting you up and riding in no time, even when starting from a seated position in the water. Upwind Efficiency and Stability When it's time to grind back upwind, the Frigate V2 shows off its impressive …

Tucker brings a fresh review on the highly anticipated F-One Frigate V2 parawing after putting it through its paces for about a month. This isn't just a version one Frigate with a new bar or some different colors thrown on it. The Frigate V2 has been designed from the ground up. It's a completely different wing, but it maintains the same soul and intention as the original: riding fast and riding powered. The Included Downwind Bag F-One includes a really nice backpack-style downwind bag with th …

The Rapid Evolution of Parawing Tech Jeff and Tucker dive into the brand new Ozone Afterburner V1. The name itself gets people thinking, and it suits the wing perfectly. The parawing industry is growing rapidly, and it's wild to think Ozone released three different models just this year: the Power Pack, the Pocket Rocket V2, and now the Afterburner. While some might think that's too much, the advancement of the sport requires this quick development and segmentation to maximize performance and …

The MACkite wrist cuff plus leash is a universal system for wings of any size. Adjusting its length is easy, and so is attaching it to your wing. Ryan takes us through the steps to get your leash on and ready for the water. What Makes the Leash Adjustable? The leash is actually comprised of three segments. It ships as a long leash that you can run with your larger wings. If you want to use it with your smaller wings, all you have to do is take off one or both of the extensions at the ends. It …

The Evolution of Parawinging Jeff and Tucker from MACkite dive into a discussion about parawinging, a sport that has taken the wind industry by storm over the last year and a half. Parawinging is following a very similar path to winging. Early on, winging was viewed purely as a wave-focused sport. People just wanted to hold the leading edge and cruise on waves without line tension, and many even doubted if you could effectively ride upwind. Today, winging has evolved into freestyle, freeride, …

First Impressions of the Ozone Afterburner V1 Tucker from MACkiteboarding brings a first look at the hot new Ozone Afterburner V1 6.5m parawing. After just one mind-blowing session, he breaks down the highlights of this highly anticipated release. This wing is a completely new model designed from the ground up to be the fastest parawing with the best upwind, best VMG, and best total range possible with a single skin. Note: If you're not familiar with VMG, it's a sailing term (Velocity Made Goo …

Jeff and Tucker are excited to break down Cabrinha's new Swift V3. This is the third version of the Swift, and they dive into what has changed, what this board is used for, the ideal buyer in the market, and their impressions after riding it. Construction and Features The Swift is a certified mid-length board from Cabrinha featuring their new construction. It's quite solid and fairly lightweight: lighter than average, but not so feather-light that you'd worry about breaking it on any given day …

Jeff and Tucker dive into what's been the biggest wind sport growth over the last four to five years: winging. It's booming everywhere. Whether you're at Hood River, La Ventana, the East Coast, or local lakes, rivers, bayous, and reservoirs, you're starting to see these "butterflies on the water." Winging is bringing wind sports to the masses and to every puddle in the world. Jeff notes that kiteboarding really took off across North America around 1999 and 2000. MACkite started lessons in '99 …

Jeff and Tucker got their hands on the highly anticipated Slingshot Project Drag board, bringing a little Christmas in August to the shop. The designers, including Ken Adgate, have been working on this shape for a few years. We've seen this board under Ken's feet in a custom capacity for a long time, and it's great to finally see it available in a production model with a palatable price and durable construction. The first thing the rest of the industry needs to take note of is the bag. The Pro …

Tucker brings us a review on a highly anticipated new board from Appletree: the 2026 Appletree Mid Length V2 — the refined evolution of the original Skipper Midlength, now optimized for parawing and light-wind wing conditions. This specific review focuses on the 77L (6'1") model built in Appletree's new Hollow construction, breaking down the shape, features, and how it compares to their classic foam core build. Construction Options: Hollow vs. High-Density Foam This board is available in …

Parawinging West Michigan looks like pure freedom in this B-roll, shot entirely from behind on Tucker's Insta360 X5 mounted to a pole off the back of his harness. No talking, no breakdown — just five minutes of unfiltered POV riding straight from one of his recent sessions on the water. The angle puts you right in the action, following the wing, the board, and the wave from a perspective you rarely see in parawing content. Watch for the behind the back jibes, where the control bar passes …

Tucker and Jeff are breaking down the skills you should focus on after you learn the basics of getting up on foil. You've finally moved past taxiing around on the board, almost getting up and ejecting, and only riding for a few feet before you fall in. Now you're getting up and riding on foil. You aren't making turns yet; you either fall in or drop down to switch your feet, and then you go back the other way, and that's ok. That's also a step in the progression of learning to wing. But you are …

Tucker and Jeff dive into a parawing tip video focusing on the easiest ways to handle your parawing during a jibe. Once you get up and learn to ride, the first major obstacle is going the other direction. A jibe is a downwind turn, and many riders don't put the forethought into practicing on the beach before hitting the water. Jeff, still a newbie to parawing, notes the frustration of finally getting up and riding, feeling at home ripping upwind, only to realize you have to make your first tur …

Tucker from MACkiteboarding has been riding the 4.5m AFS Stow Parawing for a number of hours and sessions, and he's ready to give a quick rundown on how it performs. The AFS Stow is a notable parawing in the market today. While it might not necessarily be the absolute highest performance choice or the 100% easiest to use, it hits a really nice blend of performance, value, and ease of use. For a lot of people looking to get into wings like this, the Stow is definitely worth a good look. The Ba …