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2024 North Loft Pro Wing Review

2024 North Loft Pro Wing Review

The 2024 Loft Pro is a brand new wing from North, and it's going to change the light wind game. It's been a little while since we've had a new wing on the light wind market, and this year we're going to see a couple of them. We expect to see the Loft Pro release in late summer or early fall 2023. It's going to come in a 7m and 8m size, and we were able to get both to test. We've been really excited about its performance, design, and materials. FeaturesSurf Handle The surf handle is a f …
24th Jul 2023 Tucker Vantol
2023 Ocean Rodeo Glide AA-Series Wing: Lean and Green

2023 Ocean Rodeo Glide AA-Series Wing: Lean and Green

Lighter. Stronger. Recycle-ready.Ocean Rodeo has worked with ALUULA Composites to develop the first full Aluula wing. The result is a truly multi-discipline wing that's ultra-light, strong, and tear-resistant. And if you know anything about us at MACkite, you know we're especially stoked that it's recycle-ready. So don't chuck it in the landfill when you eventually replace it. Give ol' Mama Earth a big hug instead.Want to hear more about this new offering on the wing market? Here's the sco …
20th Jul 2023 Ocean Rodeo
F-ONE x Duotone = Light Wind Wing Magic

F-ONE x Duotone = Light Wind Wing Magic

We love any wing from F-ONE or Duotone, so to see a new light wind wing from Duotone that's based on F-ONE's Compact Wing Concept (CWC) 3-strut design has us beyond stoked.On June 28, 2023, F-ONE and Duotone announced an agreement granting Duotone the rights to use the CWC patent. Even the CEOs of F-ONE and Duotone seem to be hyped on the deal:Raphael Salles, F-ONE: "After nearly 30 years of continuous innovation in the watersports industry, F-ONE has developed multiple high-value patents. We ar …
17th Jul 2023 F-One & Duotone
2024 Duotone Ventis - Now Accepting Pre-Orders

2024 Duotone Ventis - Now Accepting Pre-Orders

Preorder Your Ventis Today. Coming at the end of July, we're super excited to get our hands on the new Ventis. As Duotone hasn't had a miss yet, I think it's safe to assume it's going to be awesome. We've included some marketing hype below, and links to both the regular and D/Lab construction so you can ensure your place in line.  Introducing the Ventis, our latest range extension for light wind wing foiling! With maximum lift and power packed into a sleek, reduced wing tip d …
12th Jul 2023 Duotone
Slingshot's 2023 "Summer of Sling!"

Slingshot's 2023 "Summer of Sling!"

This summer, let Slingshot propel you into the windy season with style on the NEW Slingwing V3! It's time to upgrade your wing foiling game. The Slingshot Slingwing V3, available with both hard and soft handles, is designed to offer you ultimate control and superior comfort as you slice through the waves and glide those downwinders. So, join us this season for the "Summer of Sling!" and embrace the pure joy of wing foiling, powered by Slingshot! Slingshot Slingwing V3 Wing | Hard Handle The S …
10th Jul 2023 Aaron Johnson
The 2023 Duotone Slick vs. Duotone Slick D/Lab | A Detailed Comparison

The 2023 Duotone Slick vs. Duotone Slick D/Lab | A Detailed Comparison

In the exciting world of wing foiling, choosing the right equipment can significantly impact your overall performance and enjoyment. Today, we'll delve into an insightful comparison between two popular options—the 2023 Duotone Slick and the 2023 Duotone Slick D/Lab. A Look at the Two Wings Jeff and Tucker, renowned experts here at MACkite, carry out a comprehensive review comparing the Duotone Slick D/Lab and the Duotone Slick, both 2023 editions. While both models may seem pretty similar o …
7th Jun 2023 Aaron Johnson
Fanatic Sky Style TE and Sky Free TE Wing Foil Boards for 2023

Fanatic Sky Style TE and Sky Free TE Wing Foil Boards for 2023

Shop Fanatic Wing Boards. Welcome back to MACkite Wing Wednesdays. I'm Tucker, and today I'm going to talk to you about the brand new Fanatic Sky TE (Team Edition) boards. There are three models: the Style model, the Free model, and a Surf model that's primarily for prone but also standing sinker start style riding. For the majority of people from beginner to advanced level, the Free and the Style boards are going to be your boards to look to for most conditions, and these are the …
17th May 2023 Tucker Vantol
Wing Foil - ION Coiled Waist Leash

Wing Foil - ION Coiled Waist Leash

Shop Wing Boarding Accessories.Ryan from MACkite here. Today I'm going to talk a little bit about the Ion waist board leash. I started riding the waist leash because, as soon as I started switching my feet on the board, I was having all kinds of issues with stepping on the leash. I wanted to be able to switch my feet and ride the other direction without worrying about stepping on a leash and getting my foot off the leash. I looked at calf leashes and waist leashes and ended up grabbing th …
17th May 2023 Ryan Hooker
Cloud 9 Anchorman Wing Leash Review

Cloud 9 Anchorman Wing Leash Review

Shop Anchorman Wing Leash. Welcome back to Wing Wednesdays with Tucker. Today I have an exciting new product I want to tell you about, the Cloud 9 Anchorman leash system. At first glance, it looks like your basic wing waist leash, but it's more than that.A Quick Release for Your Wing It has a quick release that works just like a kiteboarding safety leash where you just grab it and push away from your body, and it pops loose. To re-engage it, you put the finger back through the lo …
15th May 2023 Tucker Vantol
Ensis "Spin" and "Score" Wing Overview

Ensis "Spin" and "Score" Wing Overview

Welcome back to MACkite Wing Wednesdays. Today we're going to talk about a brand that we offer but sometimes don't talk that much about... sorry, Ensis. But today we're going to talk about you.What is Ensis?Ensis wings: these are awesome. You might see them in the hands of Balz Muller, one of the best freestyle riders in the world right now. He's a really impressive dude doing all kinds of things no one even imagined before. He is closely affiliated with the brand and helped with the design, …
10th May 2023 Tucker Vantol
F-One Strike V3 - Tucker's On-Water Review

F-One Strike V3 - Tucker's On-Water Review

F-One Strike V3 - On-Water Review Welcome back to MACkiteboarding Wing Wednesdays. Today we are going to talk about the F-One Strike Version Three. This is a review; you may have seen the overview we posted on what's changed and what's going on with this wing, and now we're finally to a point where we feel like we've ridden it enough in varied enough conditions to get you a comprehensive review. I never like to ride something just once and rate it; we want to test it in a variety of …
9th May 2023 Tucker Vantol
F-One Strike V3 Overview: Tucker's Initial Take

F-One Strike V3 Overview: Tucker's Initial Take

Welcome back to MACkiteboarding Wing Wednesdays with Tucker. Today I'm going to talk with you about the new F-One Strike version three, released in April of 2023. We've been looking forward to this wing; it's a favorite year after year. This is going to be a quick overview of the wing, and then we're going to have a comprehensive review once we've had some more time on it to get a good feel for it. We'll also give you a comparison to the version 2 wing, and maybe some other popular …
3rd May 2023 Tucker Vantol
F-One Strike V3 Brand Overview

F-One Strike V3 Brand Overview

F-One, the renowned French kiteboarding and wing foiling brand, has launched its latest edition of the iconic Strike wing—the Strike V3. This state-of-the-art wing is the ultimate performance wing, offering comfort, stability, power, precision, durability, and the ability to go upwind quickly and efficiently in any winds.Revolutionary Design for Unprecedented Performance The Strike V3 boasts a completely new design that has been precisely thought out to adapt the wing’s shape to the tensions …
17th Apr 2023 Aaron Johnson
2023 Duotone Slick Vs. 2022 Slick SLS | Design Changes and Benefits Explored

2023 Duotone Slick Vs. 2022 Slick SLS | Design Changes and Benefits Explored

Duotone is one of the most popular brands in the wing foil industry, and they have a reputation for producing quality equipment that is well-suited for riders of all skill levels. In this blog post, we'll be discussing their latest wing, the 2023 Slick, and how it compares to its predecessor, the 2022 Slick SLS.What is the Duotone Slick Wing All About? The Slick is a popular model from Duotone that is known for being versatile and easy to ride. It is suitable for beginners to advanced r …
14th Apr 2023 Tucker Vantol & Jeff Hamilton
2023 Duotone Slick Wing | Here's What's NEW!

2023 Duotone Slick Wing | Here's What's NEW!

Duotone has just released its newest addition to its wing collection, the 2023 Slick. This free ride and freestyle wing is equipped with the Mini Boom, providing infinite options in hand placement and increased wind range. In this blog post, we'll explore the features and benefits of the NEW 2023 Slick.Increased Lift Power, Hang Time, and StabilityCrafted with the objective of enhancing the rider's experience on the water, the Slick features increased lift power, hang time, and stability. The de …
14th Apr 2023 Aaron Johnson