1236 results for 'North Carve 2026'

How to Self Rescue on a foilboard: Foil Fridays EP 12(Post)

The Self Rescue is your ace in the hole when it comes to kiteboarding.When in doubt, if you’re in trouble you can count on this method to systematically get yourself and your gear back in safely. Wh

Kiteboarding Video: Richard Branson & Barack Obama Showdown(Post)

Richard Branson vs. Barack Obama: A Kitesurfing Story I know, it sounds crazy, right? Perhaps it sounds like something you would read in one of the tabloids you casually glance at while in line at th

Foilboarding Video: Completing Slingshot’s “Foil Flight School”(Post)

Learning to Foilboard Using Slingshot's "Foil Flight School" Foilboarding is an experience unlike anything else in kiteboarding. No matter your riding or your style, there is nothing like gliding sil

Kiteboarding Brazil With Lucas Arsenault - Sessions W/Rygo S1 Ep6(Post)

The Cabrinha Chaos vs. the FX The Cabrinha Chaos vs. the FX The northeast of Brazil has long been a destination for freestyle kiteboarders chasing perfect wind, flat water and warmer temperatures.

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

Joe's Moses 637 420 Review Experience(Post)

I know I know, this foil has already been out 2 years. So! I've owned this foil for nearly a year, and finally got up the nerve this weekend to try it to get over my night terrors of it. It's been bug

What's New with F-One Foils? Eagle X and Seven Seas Updates Explained(Post)

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 com

Duotone Academy | Parawing Setup(Post)

What Is Parawinging? Parawinging is the newest evolution in the world of foiling—a discipline that strips away the wing’s inflatable structure and instead relies on the rider’s strength, balance, an

Sam Medysky Interview | Airush and the Early Days of Kiteboarding(Post)

Pat: This is Pat with MACkiteboarding.com and we're with Sam Medysky today. We're going to catch up and get a little bit of background about him.Sam: How's it going, guys?Pat: All right, Sam. So y

Kiteboards: Carbon Vs Wood - Versus w/Rygo Ep 10(Post)

Part three in our kiteboard comparison series. Wood and fiberglass boards.  These tend to be heavier but more, durable, and damp. What I mean by damp is that they absorb the vibrations from chop muc

Brand Compatibility Chart(Page)

Mixing Kites, Control Bars, & Straps/Handles Mixing kites, control bars, and kiteboards are common in kiteboarding, especially as you upgrade gear or build a quiver over time. In many cases, a...

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

Will It Float? A Beginner's Perspective on Wing Foil Board Size(Post)

How Many Liters of Volume Will Float Me? One question on every new winger’s mind is how many liters do I need in my wing board? Will it float me? Can I get away with a smaller size? Can I get one boa

Liquid Force Launch Foilboard Review(Post)

This is Ryan and Cole here from MACkite, and today we're going to talk about our first impressions on the Liquid Force Launch foilboard. We had it out the other day behind the boat, riding a ple

Red Bull's Extreme Kiteboarding Megaloop Challenge(Post)

Extreme Kiteboarding in the Netherlands - Red Bull Megaloop Challenge There's a reason it's not called the Miniloop. The Red Bull Megaloop Challenge only happens when the winds are ripping through at

Mystic Foilbag 110cm | What Can it Hold?(Post)

The Mystic 110 Foil bag is a fairly compact case, but is there more to it than meets the eye? Aaron from MACkite is ready to give it a test run with his foil setup, and he's got grand dreams of ev

2020 F-One Rocket Wing V1 Foil Board - TKB Review(Post)

TKB WING REVIEW: 2020 F-ONE ROCKET WING V1 By Nico F-ONE Rocket Wing V1Sizes Available: 5’0″ x 22″ 60L; 5’4″ x 23″ 70L; 5’8″ x 24″ 80L; 5’10″ x 25″ 90L; 6'0 x 26" 100L, 6'6 x 30" 135LSizes Tested: 5’

Axis Skinny vs. Progressive Stabilizers(Post)

Ryan and Cole talk about some new Axis stabilizers, who they're for, and why you might want one in your setup. Ryan: A lot of times, the stabilizer choice gets overlooked, but it's a great way

Aaron Hadlow Interview: Inspiration Behind the Hadlow Pro & Descent(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers met up with freestyle legend Aaron Hadlow in Taiba, Brazil, for a special release from Aaron and Harlem. Harlem has just come out with the Hadlow Pro kite and the Descent boar

Brazilian Brothers Review the 2025 Cabrinha Nitro(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers use the Cabrinha Nitro as their primary clinic kite and there are some good reasons why, but it's also not a kite for every kiteboarder. Rubens explains why he and Arthur love

Foil Drive Vs. Waydoo: Who Are They For?(Post)

You've probably noticed an eFoil or two while out on the water. Two of the most notable brands on the market today are Foil Drive and Waydoo. We’ve been riding both here on Lake Michigan and at our

Wakefoiling the FLITElab 808 Flux Behind the Boat(Post)

Tucker is out on the water in Grand Haven, Michigan, with Adam Bennetts from FLITElab. With no lake waves to surf, they took the new FLITElab gear behind the boat for some wakefoiling. Adam's First

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: South Padre Island - Destinations Ep19(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 at a Glance  Quick Contacts  Prokite

Wake Pirates | Foil Drive Lake Sessions(Post)

Professional wakeboarders, wakesurfers, and wakefoilers are taking their craft to a new frontier, powered by Foil Drive. In this latest adventure, professional wakeboarder and Foil Drive ambassador

2019 Cabrinha Moto Kite Review(Post)

Rider: Steve Age: 56 Weight: 215 Winds: 17-20 mph - flat water Setup: 14 meter Moto with Fireball, 141 Ace with new H2O straps My first ride on the Moto was way back in June in light winds on a big b

The "New Foil Guy"—Session 1(Post)

Conquering the First Foil Session 1st Session / May 16th, 2017 I’m not an early adopter for many new things, except for kiteboarding. When kite foilboarding first hit the market, I was pretty neutral

Job Listing: Seasonal Kite/Wing/Efoil Lessons Instructor(Page)

About Us MACkite has been sharing the stoke and selling kite gear for almost 40 years! We started out selling stunt kites in Mackinaw City, and have since evolved to become the largest kiteboarding...

Eleveight FS Review(Post)

Today we're going to review the Eleveight FS. Who is this kite good for? Whats it good at and what's it lacking? This is a kite I have gravitated towards for a couple of years. It's known as Elev

2025 Duotone Evo D/Lab LTD Blue Aluula | Turbocharged or Too Much?(Post)

If you subscribe to our newsletter or follow our YouTube channel or blog, then you know that there's been a bit of hype about Duotone's new blue Aluula (which we've taken the liberty of dubbing "Blu

Is eFoiling Hard? Our Honest Answer(Post)

The most basic question we get when it comes to efoiling is, “Can I actually do this?” Short answer? Yes. Absolutely. Long answer? Well, that’s a little different. It can feel intimidating, but we f

Return & Refund Policy(Page)

MACkite Return & Exchange Policy Updated: January 26, 2026 Returns: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, contact us Via our "Request a return" web form or through your MACkite Web...

Brazilian Brothers x Ralf Groesel Interview: Part 1(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers were able to meet with Ralf Groesel, the founder of Brainchild Production. This is the first section of a multi-part series of interviews where we dive into the vision and inn

Slingshot Code V1 Review(Post)

Shop Slingshot Code. How's it going guys? This is Dustin and Pat from MACkiteboarding.com here to talk to you today about the new Code V1 from Slingshot. We're really excited about this kite

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

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Tarifa Spain - Destinations EP 05(Post)

Kiteboarding Spot Guide Is there anything quite like the feeling of cresting a hill and catching a glimpse of kites in the air as you approach a kite spot for the first time? That first thought, “It

2025 Reedin Toasties Review | The Most Comfortable Footstraps Yet?(Post)

There are a lot of nice footstraps out there these days. The North Flex and Cabrinha Source are both great choices, along with Jake's longtime favorite, the Duotone Entity Ergo. For 2025, Reedin has

3 Tips for Better Kiteboard Control(Post)

This is part two of the master your kite and board videos. Last week, I covered a new angle on how to control your kite with the edge of your board. I’m going to expand on this now, and help you rea

Omen Flux V2 Review: The True One-Board Quiver Killer(Post)

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 y

Welcome to Winging(Page)

Congratulations on taking the plunge, and welcome to winging! We’re super excited to help you rock this new sport, and we’ve created this basic guide to start the process. Getting Started: One of...

Foil Drive Max vs. Fusion(Post)

Foil Drive has just released a new model, the Fusion. What is it, and should you get that or the Max? They're similar but have some important differences, so Ryan and Hunter are here to go over thos