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As much as we’d all love to keep cruising all year, most of us eventually hit that point where the water turns slushy and the stoke has to wait for spring. If you’re getting ready to put your Waydoo away for a few months, a little prep work now will save you frustration, battery damage, and unnecessary service tickets down the road. This quick guide walks you through how we store our shop gear once the chill sets in, and what we recommend for every rider heading into winter. S …

North has once again redefined the standard of innovation in the world of foiling. The North Boost Foil Drive Board is engineered from the ground up for electric-assisted foiling across flat water, surf, and open-ocean conditions. Designed to combine effortless speed, enhanced ride control, and intelligent efficiency, the Boost represents a new frontier for riders seeking to explore more waves, more often, in more places. Designed for Electric Assist Foiling At its core, the Boost was creat …

Hunter Lukes scored some seriously clean waves with the Foil Drive in the Outer Banks this summer. Waist-high, glassy peelers and crystal-clear water made for the kind of session every foiler dreams of. After a year on the Foil Drive, Hunter's looking locked in: reading the waves, staying in the pocket, and gliding with style. Pure flow, no stress- just that easy OBX magic. Shop Foil Drive Learn More About Foil Drive Book Your eFoil Lesson MACkite Subscription Links: YouTube &nb …

When you get a chance to visit the Outer Banks, you go, no matter the conditions. Ryan from MACkite caught up with waterman and foiler Hunter Lukes to talk about his background, what drew him to foiling, and how the Foil Drive turned a flat week on the Outer Banks into one packed with fun rides in the glassy swell. Hunter shares how the right setup and a little extra propulsion can open up whole new stretches of coastline. Ryan: Hey guys, Ryan from MACkite here. Today I've got Hunter Luke …

Tucker's been out on one of the most anticipated products of the year, the FLITELab AMPJet. He grabbed the versatile 4'8" AMP S board, which works for prone surf, wing, and downwind, and after a few sessions, he's stoked at how it really is a one-board quiver. Now he's ready to share some tips, what the system is, how it works, and whether it's worth it. What's the AMP S Board Like? The 4'8" board is the largest of the three sizes in the AMP S series. It's 40 liters and 20 inches wide, w …

You just unboxed your new FLITELab AMPJet and are ready to head to the beach. Well... you're ready, but is your AMPJet? Not quite. Tucker thought he was, got everything set up at the lake, and then realized he'd missed an important step and had to go back. To make sure your trip from unboxing to first ride is as smooth as possible, Tucker has put together this list of setup tips. What Should You Do Before You Leave Home? 1. Check for Updates This is the step that sent Tucker packing. Wit …

Foil Drive is one of the most amazing tools in the foil surfing world. By adding electric assist, it helps new riders get on foil without the endless paddling or tow-ins traditionally required. For experienced foilers, it opens the door to new ways of connecting waves and maximizing sessions. Recently, our friend Hunter put his teaching skills to the test by introducing his friends Jack, Jack’s dad Matt, and later Jack’s brother Luke to Foil Drive. What unfolded was a two-day …

Foil Drive has quickly become the gold standard for assisted foil surfing—hands down. But like any new discipline, the learning curve can be steep. Josh Ku, an experienced waterman, recently shared insights from his early sessions on the Foil Drive, offering a valuable roadmap for beginners navigating the transition. The Early Struggles: From Surfing to Foil Drive Josh’s initial challenge came from treating Foil Drive like prone surfing. Using a prone board of similar volume, he att …

Flite is best known for its eFoil range, but this year they're also introducing an unpowered board known as the Raw. It's all about focusing on what's going to get you in the waves and ripping. Cole got a chance to have an early ride on it. How did it measure up for him? What's the Raw Board Like? The nose of the board is fairly wide. This gives you somewhere you put your hands for easy pop-ups, and the added volume lets you paddle in very efficiently. The concave toward the tail gives y …

Cole had a chance to test the new FLITELab boards and meet up with designer Chris Reynolds. Chris was kind enough to take an hour out of his day to do an on-the-beach interview with Cole and provide some in-depth insights into his long-awaited board, jet, and foils. It was an interesting journey to get from concept to release, and we think it's well worth the watch or read. Many thanks to both for getting this info out there! Jump to a Topic The RAW BoardThe AMP BoardThe AMPJetThe FLUX F …

Get Your AMPJet eFoil Ready for the Water Download the App and Update the Software It's a good idea to update the app and check your connection at home before going to the beach! That way, when you're ready to get out on the water, you can activate your stoke with little headache. Charge the LAUNCHPad and AMPCell Similarly, charge your components ahead of time! Thankfully, both the LAUNCHPad and AMPCell have simple charging processes. Charging the LAUNCHPad Remove LAUNCHPad charger, LAUN …

How to Make Your FLITELab Gear Last Longer After a great session on your AMPJet efoil, a few quick maintenance steps can help your equipment last longer. Whether you're wrapping up a session or prepping for the next ride, here’s how to properly care for your AMPJet foil assist system. The AMPJet system is rugged, smartly engineered, and built for serious water use. Even so, it still benefits from regular care. By drying your parts, checking connectors, and rinsing saltwater from imp …

Before you hit the water, it pays to set your AMPJet up for success. This guide helps you connect your Launchpad and cartridge. It also shows you how to run important software updates. You will use the FLITELab app for every step. This way, your ride will be smooth, your data will be synced, and your excitement will be at its best. If you are a first-time user or need a reminder, follow these steps for proper setup, pairing, and customization. Download the FLITELab App & Register Your …

With the release of the FLITELab AMP, you might be wondering how it compares to Foil Drive and whether one is better for you. Cole has experience with both and is ready to share his insights into which he would choose for different foiling disciplines. What's the Difference Between Foil Drive and FLITELab? First off, what are they? Both are foil assist products meant to help you get up on foil and then turn off so you can do your thing, though the Foil Drive can be ridden as a full-time e …

Cole had a chance to meet up with Evan Netsch from FLITELab in LA to check out the new RAW and AMP releases. There's been a lot of curiosity about these, especially the AMP. It's sort of an eFoil, but it's in a class of its own. What is it, how does it work, and who is it for? What Is the FLITELab AMP Board? The AMP is a board with a cavity for a jet cartridge in the rear. Having the propulsion inside the board leaves your foil completely clear of any sort of propeller, so there's zero dr …