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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 …

If you're riding an Appletree board, you already know the quality is there. The construction is dialed, the shapes are refined, and the finish is clean. But even the best gear needs a little love to stay that way. Appletree co-founder Wieger Buurma recently broke down his top board maintenance tips—and they're straightforward enough that there's no excuse for letting your board go to hell. Here's what you need to know. Shop Appletree Understanding the Coat 25 Finish Appletree boar …

What Is Parawinging? Parawinging is the newest evolution in the world of foiling—a discipline that strips away the wing’s inflatable structure and instead relies on the rider’s strength, balance, and finesse to harness the wind. Think of it as a fusion between downwind SUP foiling and traditional wing foiling, but with a minimalist approach that offers a unique challenge and reward. Without the stability of an inflated wing, parawinging demands more from your technique, bal …

Jimmy and Aaron from MACkite are here with a guide on how to replace a valve on a Cabrinha Wing or kite. It's not a difficult process so long as you know the steps and how to do them correctly.What You'll Need 1. A cutting board or a piece of stiff corrugated cardboard about 6x8 in. 2. Some painter's masking tape or duct tape, or clamps with soft jaws 3. A sharp X-acto or utility knife 4. Rubbing (isopropyl) alcohol and a clean, soft cloth 5. The replacement valve Wha …

Marc Hoeksema on Ice For those of us who may be coming off of a long, hard winter, it's time to lay out and inspect your kiteboard and wing foil gear for your first springtime sessions. There's nothing worse than waiting until you get to the beach to find out that you've got a hole in your kite or wing canopy. Let's be smart and take care of it now! Lay Out Your Gear and Check It Over I like to lay out my kites and wings, and pump them all up to make sure I don't have any bladder leaks. Take a …