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F-One Free Surf vs Free Downwind boards—what’s the difference, and which one is right for your riding style? From volume distribution to board shape and real-world practice, Tucker and Jeff dive deep into how these boards perform to help settle the debate between a one-board quiver or a two-board setup. TLDR; Mid-length boards have filled the gap between compact sinkers and full downwind shapes. They’re longer, more efficient, and far more versatile than traditional wing …

The latest F-One Strike V6 feels like a return to what made the Strike such a benchmark in the first place, but with a broader wind range and more refined handling. After time on the water in La Ventana and back home in the Great Lakes, Tucker and Jeff both landed in a similar spot. This is one of the most complete Strikes yet. What You Put Into It, You Get Out Of It From the first session, the Strike V6 showed its intent. This is not a passive wing — it rewards riders who engage it …

If you've spent any time around the shop listening to the crew or watching our videos, you already know how much time Jeff and Tucker have logged on the Flux platform. The original was a go-to for years. The kind of board you grab without thinking because you know it's going to work. With the Flux V2, the vibe is pretty simple: same DNA, but now it gets up easier, rides smaller, and feels even more dialed once you’re flying. And after hearing Jeff come back from La Ventana and getti …

Video Synopsis Theo Demanez was born and raised in St.Marten, an island in the Caribbean. At an early age he was immersed in the water and quickly gained the nickname - Le Poisson by his peers. This aquatic life quickly helped him gain his first sponsor Cabrinha in 2015. Fast forward a decade and Theo is a firm fixture of the Cabrinha family. What really sets Theo aside is his humility, warmth and hard work. A true role model for any aspiring young person, his recent performance on the wo …

If you've been searching for a single board that can handle light-wind winging, parawinging, prone foiling, and even Foil Drive sessions, the Omen Emissary deserves a serious look. We've been putting it through its paces in a range of conditions, from glassy 9-knot summer sessions to overhead waves with 20-plus knots of breeze, and the results have been impressive enough to warrant a full breakdown. What Is the Omen Emissary? The Omen Emissary is a multi-discipline foil board built with …

The North Nova has built a strong reputation over the last few seasons. It’s one of those wings that almost everyone who tries ends up liking. It’s easy to ride, balanced, and works across a pretty wide range of conditions and skill levels. We recently had both wings with us in La Ventana, Mexico, and spent some time riding them back to back. The question a lot of riders are asking is pretty simple: if the Nova is already so good, what does the third generation Nova Pro actual …

North made a notable update to the Seek lineup for 2026. Instead of one model covering the entire size range, the Seek is now split into two versions: the Seek and the Seek Pro. At first glance they look similar, but they serve slightly different purposes. We spent some time going through the new boards with our North rep and getting a few sessions on them ourselves. The updates focus on lighter construction, improved takeoff efficiency, and giving riders clearer options depending on skil …

The 2026 North Nova Wing 2026 sits right in the heart of North’s wing lineup. It’s the wing many riders start with, but after spending real water time on it in La Ventana, it’s clear the Nova isn’t just for beginners. It’s a balanced freeride wing with impressive wind range, solid upwind drive, and a smooth feel that makes sessions easier whether you're learning your first jibes or chasing swell downwind. North didn’t reinvent the Nova for 2026. Instead …

For most of the year, if you want to be on the water, you’re zipped into something thick. And once fall rolls into winter, that suit better be legit. Ryan and Jeff been riding the 6/5/4 hooded suit from Soöruz through real Great Lakes conditions. Not just quick sessions. Not “kind of cold.” We’re talking high 40s water, air temps in the 30s, wind in your face while you’re rigging. After a bunch of sessions in it, here’s what Ryan and Jeff have foun …

When riders ask us about flotation, the first thing we usually have to do is slow the conversation down. Not all vests are built for the same purpose. And if you kiteboard or wing foil, what you need on the water looks very different than what a boater might need. The Ride Engine Empax Vest has become one of our go-to recommendations because it strikes a balance that actually works in real riding conditions. We’ve used it kiting in powered summer sessions, winging in choppy Lake Mic …

The Naish Hatch is Naish’s performance-driven entry into the evolving parawing category, positioned as a more upwind-capable, speed-oriented option compared to the brand’s earlier Morph model. Where the Morph leaned toward a downwind glide and a beginner-friendly grunt, the Hatch shifts focus toward better upwind angles, a broader usable wind range, and a lighter, more refined feel. If you’re building a multi-wing quiver or looking for strong price-to-performance value, …

Aaron catches up with Kevin Wade to break down two of Eleveight’s most popular wings—the WFS and the WFS Pro. The conversation blends real-world learning with performance-driven design details, offering a clear view of why these wings have become standouts in the freeride and progression categories. WFS | The Bread-and-Butter Progression Wing The WFS has been in Eleveight’s lineup for six years and continues to be one of the most accessible and widely used wings in their …

With 2025 North closeouts hitting the sale rack, we asked Jeff, Tucker, and Ryan to weigh in on the wings they'd personally build a quiver around. From Jeff's decades-long connection to the North brand to Tucker's appreciation for the consistency and polish across the lineup, this isn’t a spec-sheet rundown. It’s a look at what we believe actually works on the water, why it works, and who each piece makes the most sense for. Jeff's Go-To For 2025 North Wings North Sails and I go bac …

F-One has officially introduced the biggest structural update to its foil system in six years. After a week of riding in La Ventana alongside the F-One crew, customers, and the MACkite team, one thing became clear — the new T2 connection is not a cosmetic tweak. It’s a foundational shift in how the front wing connects to the mast. If you’ve been riding F-One for years, you already know the Titan T1 system has been incredibly reliable. Many riders have put serious miles on i …

A Lightweight, Stable, and Rider-Friendly Step Forward in Parawinging Parawinging continues to evolve rapidly, and with that growth comes a wave of new designs aimed at making the sport more accessible, more stable, and more enjoyable across a wider range of riders and conditions. In this review, Tucker from MACkiteboarding.com takes a deep dive into the Triple Seven P.T. Skin Parawing, a wing that stood out enough to earn a spot in the shop’s lineup despite being a brand they had not …