221 results for 'inch'

F-One Trigger Brainchild vs F-One Bandit Brainchild | Full Breakdown(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back with a comparison that many riders have been waiting for—a direct breakdown of the Trigger Brainchild versus the Bandit Brainchild. While both kites share the same de

Brazilian Brothers' F-One Bandit Brainchild Review(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back to bring an exciting review of the F-One Bandit Brainchild. The Bandit has been a legendary kite in the industry for many years, and they couldn't wait to pump up thi

F-One x Brainchild | Pulling the Trigger on Sustainability(Post)

A few weeks ago, we highlighted F-One's commitment to sustainability, so it should come as no surprise that they've teamed up with Brainchild to produce their latest kite, the Trigger. Its bold loo

Inside the Brainchild Lab with Ralf Gröesel(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are in Bitola, North Macedonia, a beautiful little town on the border of Greece and North Macedonia, for a very special strike mission. After grabbing a taxi, and noting that

F-One Trigger Brainchild V3 with Josh Gillitt(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back and joined by F-One international rider Josh Gillitt. Together, they're diving deep into Josh's relationship with F-One and breaking down the massive performance of t

Reedin x Brainchild Collab: Performance and Sustainability(Post)

Reedin has always done things a little differently, so it's no surprise that they've embraced the emerging technologies offered by Brainchild. This exciting collaboration is going to benefit kite

Reedin MasterModel vs. Evo D/Lab vs. Trigger Brainchild(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back for a special three-way kite comparison. Pro rider Mateus Oliveira has been testing three of the best big air kites on the market: the recently released MasterModel b

F-One Trigger TEC vs Brainchild | Performance Tested in Brazil(Post)

When two kites share the same name, the same designer, and the same big air DNA, but are built on completely different platforms, it’s worth slowing down and taking a deeper look. After spending wee

Watching This Week | Kai Lenny on Pinch My Salt(Post)

If you've never stumbled into Sterling Spencer's "Pinch My Salt" podcast, this episode is the perfect entry point. Sterling and his cousin Ryan somehow convinced Kai Lenny (eight-time world champ, J

Brazilian Brothers Test the F-One Trigger BrainChild in Overpowered Conditions(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers, Arthur and Rubens, are back with another review. Up this time is the 2025 F-One Trigger BrainChild, and it turns out that it feels right at home in the windy conditions of Pr

Brazilian Brothers' Harlem Peak vs. F-One Trigger Brainchild Comparison(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back with a very special kite comparison: the Harlem Peak versus the F-One Trigger Brainchild. The Influence of the Harlem Peak and F-One Trigger The Harlem Peak is a mass

Reedin Kites x Brainchild | A New Era of Kite Performance(Post)

In the world of kiteboarding, innovation and performance are essential to meet the ever-evolving needs of riders. Reedin Kites, known for creating products that enable users to progress with eas

Inside Brainchild Production: Ralf Groesel on the Three Pillars(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers recently checked out what Brainchild Production has to offer and what's actually necessary to make kite design ideas come true. Ralf Groesel's main goal was to try to make som

Reedin MasterModel vs F-One Trigger vs Harlem Peak | Brainchild Big Air Kites(Post)

This episode brings together three purpose-built five-strut big air kites and one of Brazil’s most exciting big air talents, Josue “Baby Shark” San Ferreira (Instagram @josuesanf), for a true side-b

Inside Brainchild Production: How Does Digital Printing Work for Kiteboarding Kites?(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back at the Brainchild production facility with Ralf Groesel to dive into the innovation behind their vibrant kite designs. Brainchild has invested over a million euros in

Throwback Thursday: MACkite Board Lineup 2012-2013(Post)

How far back can we throw for Throwback Thursday? How about November 2012? Check out Tucker as he goes over MACkite's lineup of boards for 2013. If you've been riding a while, do you recognize any

Let's Chat: Choosing A Surf Hydrofoil(Post)

Surf Hydrofoil Choices Choosing a Surf Hydrofoil Choosing a surfboard foil can be a difficult decision. Luckily, we have the gear and knowledge to help anyone choose the gear that will expedite their

Checking Out the 2022 Duotone Vario Combo Kiteboarding Footstraps(Post)

I've always considered the Duotone Vario Combo Straps to be completely subpar when compared to the award-winning Duotone Entity Ergo Straps. While I am a big fan of the Entity, I recently had a go o

2023 Duotone Entity Ergo Footstraps | Unboxing and Assembly(Post)

Welcome back to MACkite. This is Jake, and today I have the 2023 Duotone Entity straps. These have been a favorite of mine, so let's crack them open and see what is new.What's in the BoxLike mo

Wingfoil Stance(Post)

Your stance while foiling any craft is a key for the highest performance and ease of use. In this blog we will go over the basics of your stance as it relates to your front and back foot offset from

2024 F-One Rocket SUP Downwind Pro Meets the NEW Jam Series Pump Foil(Post)

Tucker from MACkite is with Billy of F-One and Manera at the 2023 King of the Great Lakes Test Fest checking out some hot new gear for foiling. What is it? Is it for you?F-One Rocket SUP Downwind

Wing Foil in the Lightest Winds Possible With a Downwind Board(Post)

Video Summary Tucker, Jeff, and Ryan are discussing the benefits of downwind style foilboards for winging in light wind. These boards tend to be a little longer and narrower than traditio

Learn How to Kiteboard Upwind With These 5 Beginner Tips(Post)

Kiteboarding Upwind Is Your First Beginner Milestone If you’re a beginner kiteboarder, going upwind means not walking back up the beach after each ride. If you’re jumping, you need to march upwind

3 Essential Tips for Learning to Foil Dock Start(Post)

Tucker and Ryan are here to bring you a quick summary of their top three tips for learning to dock start. Keeping it simple is key when you're first getting into this part of the sport. Find a Prope

2017 Cabrinha Fireball Control System Overview(Post)

MACkite Talks 2017 Cabrinha Fireball Hey guys, it's Nathan from MACkite. We’re going to talk about the all-new 2017 Cabrinha Fireball system. The big question this year is going to be - ‘why to get a

Welcome to Kiteboarding(Page)

We hope your life is nothing but windy from here on out. In the event this is your first kiteboarding gear, we’ve put together this informational guide to help you get started. Taking kiteboarding...

How to Choose the Right Foil Mast Length(Post)

Jeff and Tucker dive into a majorly important part of the foil setup: the mast. With foiling experience dating back to 2013 and 2016, their thought processes on mast length have evolved significantl

Foil Drive | Choosing the Correct Motor Cable Length(Post)

There are five cable lengths to connect your Foil Drive unit to the propeller. How do you choose the best one for your skill level and riding style? For most riders looking to get into prone foiling

Wing Surfing Terms That You Should Know(Post)

Welcome to our “Wing Surfing School” blog and video lesson series. Most of the information in this blog is demonstrated in our complete beginner wing surfing video series (link below). Video Playlis

Why I Chose the Foil Drive Gen 2 Assist Max for Prone Foiling(Post)

Since Foil Drive is an accessory that can be fitted to virtually any foil setup, the options are nearly endless. If you're already a foiler and love your setup, adding a Foil Drive to that is a no-b

2026 Appletree Mid Length V2 Review(Post)

Tucker brings us a review on a highly anticipated new board from Appletree: the 2026 Appletree Mid Length V2 — the refined evolution of the original Skipper Midlength, now optimized for parawing and

Unifoil Adventures | Joshua Ku's Insights into Downwind SUP Foiling(Post)

Meet Joshua Ku, a dedicated team rider for Unifoil and a passionate advocate for downwind SUP (stand-up paddleboarding) foiling. Joshua stands out in the world of watersports for his deep love a

Wake Foiling | Pick 5 Challenge with Cole(Post)

The "Pick 5 Challenge" is a series that acknowledges the reality that most of us are on a budget when it comes to gear. Today Cole from MACkite accepts the challenge and chooses the 5 pieces of gear

North Midi Wing Foilboard | Mid-Length Design with High-Performance DNA(Post)

Tucker and Nate have been putting North's new Midi foilboard through its paces. What's it designed for, and is it good at it? Who is it for? As always, they've got an opinion, and they hope it'll he

2023 North Flex LX Footstraps Overview(Post)

Hello, everybody. Welcome back to MACkiteboarding. This is Jake, and today I have the new 2023 North Flex LX footpads.Another footpad review, you might be asking? Yes, but these are super, super c

​The Best Hydrofoil Wings and Mast for Wingfoiling Part 2(Post)

  Last week, we covered the best boards for wingfoiling. This week, we wanted to touch on everything that goes beneath the board. Mast length Mast length is important for wingfoiling. When first st

Shorter, Wider, Better? The 2025 F-One Rocket Wing Crossover Breaks the Rules(Post)

A new foilboard has been getting checked out of the demo room quite a bit. The F-One Rocket Wing Crossover bridges the gap between the Rocket Wing S and the Rocket Midlength. While it still falls in

How to Fix Uneven Lines on Your Kiteboarding Control Bar(Post)

Line sleeving tutorial on how to fix your kite lines:This is Eric with MACkite, and we're going to learn how to check to see if your lines have stretched and how to fix that. If you've had some

How to Easily Wakefoil Behind the Boat - Hydrofoil Beginner Guide(Post)

Hydrofoiling is huge and spans several water sports. It's not hard to see why. Whatever your sport, a foil expands the conditions that you can ride in and is a fun skill set to develop. Surfers can

Is the Waydoo Evo eFoil Worth the Upgrade? Complete Review and Breakdown(Post)

The all-new Waydoo Evo eFoil is here. How is it different from the Flyer One Plus? Does it replace it? What are the configuration options? Jake's spent a lot of time on both the Flyer One Plus a