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Reasonable Expectations Most new Wingers (including strong athletes) require at least 20 hours before getting extended flights in a straight line with their wing and foil board (transitions will require more time). 5+ hours with wing and paddleboard (no foil) 5+ hours with e-foil or foil board behind a boat 10+ hours putting the skills together Unreasonable expectations always lead to frustration. All of your surf, kiteboard, and/or windsurf experience will not magically change this. When Y …

The Unique Design of the Triton X1 Monofoil The Triton X1 Monofoil is not your typical foil. Unlike traditional designs which have a stabilizer and a fuselage, the X1 is a monofoil. This means that it’s composed of a single wing, with the stabilizer built into the wing shape itself. The wing’s curvature provides an upward drive from the back end, similar to the design of a B2 bomber airplane. A New Foil System Triton didn’t just stop at redesigning the wing. The mast has also been re-eng …

Jeff and Tucker are excited to introduce Ozone's Flux V1, a brand new wing in the lineup. They've had some time on it in the water and are ready to share their first impressions. A New High-Performance Wing Tucker: It's a really exciting time to do a review on an Ozone wing because, let's be honest, the lineup has been a little stagnant for the past year or so. They had the Wasp V2, which is a great step up from their V1, but the V3 was just a slight modification of the V2. It's a great wing …

Welcome back to MACkiteboarding Wing Wednesdays with Tucker. Today I have a special treat for you: I am going to give you all the details and a review on the 2024 North Mode Pro. I've been testing the 4.8 and the 5.5m to start out with, and everyone that touches this wing loves it.The North Mode Pro for 2024 is an extension of last year's Mode V1, so if you love that wing, you're going to love this one even more. I'll give you some of the details on this wing and why you might like it, fol …

Welcome back to MACkiteboarding Wing Wednesdays with Tucker. Today I'm going to talk about an exciting new wing for the 2023-24 season, the CWC Strike V3. This is the third version of this wing, and there are a lot of differences versus the previous versions. I'll tell you about some of those changes, give you some advice on sizing, and then I'll have my personal review. Stronger and Stiffer Frame The first thing I noticed when pulling the wing out of the bag is that it's clearly a heavier d …

Tucker and Ryan introduce a new series that finds them making some hard decisions on what gear they would ride for the ultimate quiver. The catch? They can only choose five items. Tucker: We understand that everybody's making tough decisions. Not everyone has fifty thousand dollars to spend on a quiver of gear. We all wish we could do that, but realistically, we may not have the space to store it, the money, or our priorities are elsewhere with some of that cash. So we're going to …

We finally got our hands on the Ocean Rodeo Glide AA all-Aluula wing. Aluula is a very light and strong material, and this is definitely the lightest 5 meter I've ever flown, by far. Obviously, a full Aluula wing is going to come with a price tag, but it's very light.How Does It Ride?The outline is pretty flat, which makes it very powerful. This wing is speedy with a lot of drive. It does have a sweet spot that you have to find, so I would consider this to be a technical wing. It likes t …

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 …

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 …

We love to share the wingfoil stoke with today's youth, and F-ONE's Next Generation Team is an inspiration to us all. They recently competed at the GWA Youth Wingfoil World Championships in La Palma, Spain, and ALL SIX came home with world titles or medals. They were among 35 riders in three age groups in both the Surf-Freestyle and FreeFly-Slalom events, so it was a particularly impressive showing by F-ONE's young team! Christopher Macdonald: defended his World Champion Surf-Freestyle tit …

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 …

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 …

Music is often likened to dance - the rhythm, the flow, the harmonious connection between elements. In the world of wing surfing, one such dance is the heel-to-toe Jibe. This basic maneuver is the first step in mastering control over your board and wing, ultimately leading to limitless flight time. Preparing for the Heel to Toe Jibe Music provides an enriching backdrop as we explore the nuances of executing a perfect Jibe. Before venturing into your first Jibe, ensure your body weight is perfec …

Wing foiling, a popular sport that combines elements of windsurfing, kitesurfing, and stand-up paddleboarding, has taken the world of water sports by storm. In this exhilarating sport, a rider stands on a board equipped with a hydrofoil and uses a hand-held wing to harness the wind's power. One of the essential components of a wing foil setup is the mast. Let's explore how to choose the perfect mast size for your wing foiling adventure. Understanding the Role of the Mast in Wing Foiling In wi …

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 …