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Tucker and Jeff are back with some more winging goodness for Wing Wednesdays. Today they're looking at two wings from F-One, the Swing and the Strike. What's new with these wings for 2024? How do they compare to one another and previous versions? They got some time on the early releases of these wings and have some insights to share.Low-End vs. High-End PerformanceLast year, the Strike lost some of that low-end grunt in exchange for more performance at the high end. Some Strike fans even m …

Welcome to Foil Fridays with Tucker! Today, Tucker introduces Code Foils, and-...Wait, MORE foils? Tucker, what's up with that? Care to explain yourself??Does Tucker Have a Foil Hoarding Problem? You Decide...This is a new brand for us in the shop. Arguably, we probably don't need another foil brand; we do have a ton of amazing foil brands, but after riding the Code foils, we had to add them to our lineup because they are just that special! Their system is pretty simple and straightforward …

The 2024 Ozone Fusion takes wing design in a very different direction. While other wings are built like LEI kiteboarding kites with an inflatable frame and single skin canopy, the Fusion is based on a dual-skin foil kite, but keeps the rigid leading edge and center strut. It's unique, it's patent-pending, and it makes some exciting performance claims. Does it live up to the hype? Tucker has done extensive test riding to really get a feel for this special entry into the wing market.Featur …

The Duotone Slick has been a favorite of many for several years. Pros love it for its speed, but it's also smooth and easy enough to use for a beginner. It works well in a wide range of riding styles. It's fun and playful, encouraging you to progress your skills. So what's new for 2024, and is it still the same wing we already love? Tucker has ridden it and is ready to share his findings.Honestly, not much has changed for 2024, yet it's a more refined version of itself that feels like a …

F-One has released some exciting new options and refinements in their foil lineup. Tucker, Ryan, and Jeff take a look at what's new for those in the F-One ecosystem in this overview, with more complete reviews to come once they've had a chance to ride them.Seven Seas Front WingThe Seven Seas is one of Jeff's favorite wings. It was named "Seven Seas" for its aspect ratio of 7, but this one actually has an aspect ratio of 8 for a bit more glide and speed. It's still going to have the lift it …

The latest innovation from North has arrived, and it's set to redefine the way we interact with our wing handle placement. The 2024 North ShiftLock Wing Handles, featured exclusively on the 2024 North Nova Pro Wing, are here, bringing unprecedented customization and performance enhancements to your wing foiling experience. In this blog, we'll dive into the details of this game-changing feature, its benefits, and why the North Nova Pro is the wing to watch this year. The Revolutionary 202 …

Christmas came early (or was it late?) for Tucker, Ryan and Jeff with a delivery of brand new 2024 F-One wings. They couldn't wait to share what the lineup looks like for this year, so this is a quick feature overview rather than a review for returning favorites, the Swing and Strike, and the all-new Origin.Swappable HandlesAll three wings now feature the option to swap out the handles to fit your preference and riding style. F-One's familiar semi-rigid handle is included. Other options inc …

Today Tucker has something a bit different from his usual wing or hydrofoil review. Whether you're a winger or enjoy any other watersport, you may find this product interesting. The Drydor dry suit is made in Switzerland, and the quality is just what you'd expect. It's lightweight and feels like a high-end ski or snowboard parka.Although Tucker prefers wetsuits, he has tested a number of dry suits over the years. So far, none have changed his mind. After testing the Drydor suit for a coupl …

Jeff and Tucker take some time out to have a conversation about the trends they're seeing for winging. What can we expect for 2024? What seems to be on the way out? Here are their thoughts- see if you agree.Jeff: Are we about four or five years into wing foiling from its start now?Tucker: Yeah, a little more than that, depending on when you want to say it started.Board DesignsJeff: So now we're starting to see some trends that are sticking and others that might be trending out. One that I …

Jeff and Tucker have just unboxed the new 2024 Cabrinha Mantis. The Mantis has consistently received high marks from the team, and they're excited to see what this year's model brings to the table. What's new for 2024, and what are their first impressions?How Does It Look?First off, the color scheme catches the guys' eyes. The yellow, white, and dark blue bands on the one they received look sharp, and as University of Michigan fans, they're in love. The Cabrinha name is prominently display …

While a Foil Drive complete unit is going to give you everything you need to get started and ride, adding some accessories can give you more versatility, performance, and comfort.  G...G...G...Get Kitted. So Kitted! These are some of our favorites.Paddle Mount The Paddle Mount is without question our number one accessory at the shop. This handy mounting saddle will allow you to attach your remote to your paddle, wing handle, or GoPro pole for easy control. …

Jeff and Tucker have presented awards to their top 2023 picks for wings, wingboards, and hydrofoils, but they'd be remiss if they left out those unsung winging heroes that make our sessions better in so many small but important ways, the accessories. So without further ado, we present our top wing foiling accessory picks.1. Best LeashThe Kaohi Double Coil harness leash is our favorite. This is not the calf or ankle connection, but rather a MACkite exclusive harness connection that we w …

Jeff and Tucker are excited to announce their top foils for 2023. Hydrofoil is one of their favorite categories because of how it allows you to take your winging to the next level, and they've ridden every foil they could get their hands on.1. Best Foil for Beginners This was a close one, but we've agreed on the Cabrina Fusion as the best beginner foil in our shop right now. It's a quality design and it's easy to learn on, but it also offers quite a bit of progression. With regar …

Jeff and Tucker are excited to share one of their favorite accessories: the Ride Engine Air Box, an electric pump. ...Wait. They're excited about an electric pump? Are they really that old?? Perhaps, but that's not why they're willing to forego the traditional pre-session warm-up. Here's what's great about this magic box and why you might want one, too. Accessories Let's first dive in to what you get with your pump. Tucker's favorite accessory that comes with the pump is the car charger. It p …

Tucker and Jeff have gotten all dressed up for the 2023 MACkite "Best Of" Awards. ...Okay, well, one of them did. The other got dressed.Any product released in 2023 is eligible for nomination. MACkite crew who have ridden the gear vote for their top pick, and then Tucker and Jeff announce the winners in each category. Let's get started!1. Best Light Wind WingThis award goes to the North Loft Pro. We've talked about this a lot in some of our recent videos and blogs, and it's such a grea …