36 results for 'matt'

#AddAKite: Part One - Matt Smolenski(Post)

Add a Kite, a video series documenting the progress towards becoming a kiteboarder follows Matt, a surfer from West Michigan. Matt has been a surfer his entire life, and is ready to take the steps in

North Code Zero - On the Beach With Matt Aiken(Post)

What's in a Name? Matt: Probably the most exciting new kite that we have is the new Code Zero. You're probably wondering why a one-strut kite is called "Code Zero". It's a little callout to our

2024 North Sonar Foil System Overview with Ryan and Matt(Post)

Ryan Hooker from MACkite and Matt Aiken from North chat about the North Sonar Foil System for wing foiling, surf foiling, and kite foiling. Find out who it's for and what's new for 2024. Ryan:

The MACkite Crew Meets Matt Aiken, founder of WMFG(Post)

Let's Chat w/ Matt Aiken, founder of WMFG Nathan, our resident tweaker for all-things WMFG, was able to grab a snap into the life of Matt Aiken, founder of WMFG. You might have noticed the WMFG pump

Matt's First Takuma Efoil Experience - Review(Post)

Here's a little write up on my e-foil experience. I was recently fortunate enough to have the guys at Mackite let me try the Takuma Cruising 1600 E-foil. Here's a short take on my initial reactions. I

Tech Talk: North Sonar Carbon Foil Set With Matt Aiken(Post)

Why Choose Carbon? The Sonar foil system comes in a full carbon version in addition to the full alloy setup. North is one of the few brands that has a full carbon fuselage, not just a carbon mast.

Riding Style Doesn’t Matter for Airush’s Julien Kerneur(Post)

Julien Kerneur: Doesn't Matter Most riders like having a specific style of riding that they can improve upon over time and truly perfect. For Airush's Team Rider Julien Kerneur, he tries to perfect e

Why Appletree’s NFC Tag Matters for Board Security(Post)

Appletree Surfboards continues to lead the way in premium board technology, and one of their most overlooked yet powerful features is the NFC tag embedded directly into every board. Located at the l

Do Kitesurfing Fins Matter?(Post)

Kitesurfing fins come in a variety of sizes, from 10mm to 50mm or so. Fins are an often-overlooked part of gear, but they can make a huge difference in how your kiteboard responds and how it feels o

Why Wing Foil Mast Position Matters More Than You Think(Post)

When it comes to wing foiling, few adjustments make as big a difference as your wing foil mast position. It might seem like a small detail—just sliding the foil a few millimeters forward or back in

AddAKite Part 4 TAKING IT TO THE WATER(Post)

Check in with Matt Smolenski, our favorite newb, as he takes to the water for the first time with his Best TS kite.His progression has been very fast, and I bet he'll be right there with us in the sw

#AddAKite: Part 2 - Safety Concerns(Post)

In the second installment of the #AddAKite Series, Matt talks about the concerns he had getting into the sport after watching people get dragged down the beach by their kites on youtube videos and wa

#AddAKite: Part 3 - Choosing Your Equipment(Post)

In the third installment of the #AddAKite Series, we find Matt heading to the local kiteboarding shop. When he arrives at the MACkite Boardsports Center in Grand Haven, Michigan, Matt is guided throu

How Fast Can You Learn to Foil Drive? Hunter Lukes Has the Answer(Post)

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

Wing Foil Board Size | Is Bigger Always Better?(Post)

Straight to the Sinker?with Matt Aiken from North Kiteboarding Jake: What size board did you get started with, and what size are you on now? Matt: I haven't changed too much there. I've

Red Bull New Wave - Surfing Lake Superior(Post)

Warm up with the Red Bull crew as they hop the "Albatross" to remote locations around the Great Lakes, in search of cold-water waves. #GetStoked -AJExecutive Producer /// Red Bull Media HouseProducer

THIS is Kiteboarding(Post)

Those Hood River Feels Let’s travel to one of the most well-known kiteboarding spots in the United States: The Columbia River Gorge, located in Hood River, Oregon. Not much beats this picturesque reg

What Are Your Favorite North Sonar Foils for Kite and Wing Foiling?(Post)

What are Your Favorite North Sonar Foils for Kite and Wing Foiling?with Matt Aiken from North KiteboardingJake: What is your favorite front wing for winging and kiting?Matt: For kiting I ride this

Appletree Surfboards | Performance and Care Tips from Co-Founder Wieger Buurma(Post)

If you're riding an Appletree board, you already know the quality is there. The construction is dialed, the shapes are refined, and the finish is clean. But even the best gear needs a little love to

Photo Gallery(Page)

King of the Great Lakes Kitesurf Competition 2009 At the Pere Marquette Beach inMuskegon, MichiganOctober 2 - 4, 2009 Competition Results   Men's Freestyle1 Damien Leroy2 Brandon Schied3...

KoGL 2009 Photos(Page)

King of the Great Lakes Kitesurf Competition 2009 At the Pere Marquette Beach inMuskegon, MichiganOctober 2 - 4, 2009 Competition Results   Men's Freestyle1 Damien Leroy2 Brandon Schied3...

Rygo and Kristen Chase the Wind in the Florida Keys(Post)

Kristen here! Ryan and I are on our way down to the Keys. We just left St. Pete, where we've been having a blast riding with the local crew and hanging out with our friends there. But this week

Foil Drive | Backstage Pass to the Making of "Blue Highway"(Post)

This blog recounts the incredible journey that Paul Cooper and Josh Ku, two Foil Drive sponsored athletes, recently embarked on. They spent a week in Paul’s hometown of Hawaii, capturing footage

Slingshot I-Fly Inflatable Foilboard Review(Post)

When the family made plans to head to Florida for Spring Break, the first thing that popped into my head was "winging!!!!". This past Michigan winter was especially brutal and it had been since th

Tucker Interviews Liquid Force's Gary Siskar(Post)

Gary Siskar Talks about Liquid Force Foiling Hey Gary, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today! When did Liquid Force get into the foil game? We got into the foil game because we fell in lov

MACkite's 12 Days of Brandmas(Post)

12 Days of interviews with 12 awesome specials. Bookmark this page to save December 8th-20thThanks for haveing a little fun with us this holiday season! For a little extra cheer, our brands are givi

Testimonials(Page)

Customer Testimonials Here at MACkite Kiteboarding, we have a customer-oriented attitude, and if these comments we've received from our customers are any indication, that attitude shows in our...

Wing Foiling | Why Are People Drawn to It?(Post)

What's the appeal of wing? There seems to be a lot of interest, and Tucker, Ryan, and Jeff explore why people feel drawn to it. Tucker: It's growing so fast, and I think part of the reason is becaus

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Cape Town - Destinations Ep16(Post)

Welcome to Destinations, your one-stop kiteboarding video travel guide. If you have any questions when planning your trip, don't hesitate to reach out. SPOT GUIDE There's a place way down in the