2075 results for 'bar control 5 line'

Ride with Blake | How to Ride Your Kiteboard Upwind (Post)

Hey folks! In the latest installment of MACkite’s Ride With Blake series, Blake Olsen chats about how to ride upwind - a critical skill in the learning process of kiteboarding for beginners. B ...

The 2018 North Evo Kite(Post)

North has redesigned one of the best freeride kites on the planet, and now it's available to you. Introducing the 2018 North Evo! Historically, there were too many similarities between the North Ev ...

Brazilian Brothers Review the 2026 Cabrinha Nitro(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back with a special review of the 2026 Cabrinha Nitro. The Nitro is a five-strut big air kite, and after riding it in Brazil for several weeks, they're ready to walk thro ...

SLS NEO REVIEW(Post)

The Neo SLS performs a lot like the old Neo, but it does have some advantages. The real question is whether these changes are worth trading in your old Neo. I had the chance to try this kite in s ...

Let's Chat: 2018 Ride Engine Hex Core Harness(Post)

2018 Ride Engine Hex-Core Is it worth the upgrade? With the 2018 Ride Engine release, the Hex-Core is on its third iteration since production moved from Coleman Buckley’s garage. And with ...

Kiteloops how to Heli Loop - Ride With Blake (Post)

Today we are going to go over how to do a heli loop. This is a really great addition to any trick because it maximizes the wind window and allows for you to catch yourself on the way down. Heli l ...

MACkite Package Kiteboard Comparison w/ Nathan(Post)

MACkiteboarding Package Kiteboard Comparison So, you're a first-time rider or buyer looking for the best deal possible, right? Well, we don't blame you. Like you, the crew at MACkite is all about g ...

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 ...

Ride Engine Saber Vs Mystic Stealth (Saber Review)(Post)

This week I’m going to do a review on the Ride Engine Saber harness. To help you understand what this harness is like, I’ll be making a comparison to the Mystic Stealth Harness. This is ...

Cabrinha Kiteboarding: The Road Down Under(Post)

The Road Down Under - Cabrinha Kiteboarding The 2015 Cabrinha FX Kite has definitely made a name for itself in the past few months it has been available. It's the kite that Cabrinha never had, ...

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 foilin ...

How to Darkslide | "Ride With Blake"(Post)

Excellent flatwater trick to start expanding out of your comfort zone all while incorporating other more basic trick skills   We're going to keep these short and sweet. Use these steps to visu ...

Kite Girl's First Front Roll Tail Grab(Post)

The Non-inverted Sent Hooked-in Front Roll Tail Grab is a super easy beginner trick. Keep your hands close to the middle of the bar and get some speed with the bar sheeted slightly out. Come in w ...

Cabrinha Switchblade Vs AV8 (Post)

For 2020, Cabrinha has two kites that might interest the same rider. They are both aimed at big air riders who want to jump high and enjoy a kite with good hangtime: the Cabrinha Switchblade and ...

Liquid Force Covers How-to Foilboard With the LF Foil Fish(Post)

If you're ready to take your kiteboarding experience to the next level, Liquid Force is willing to take you on a how-to journey of all of the ins and outs of foilboarding. Join sultry-voiced narrato ...

Kiteboarding Video: Join the 2017 Naish Kites Movement(Post)

2017 Naish Kites Unleashed Like kids in a candy store, the MACkite crew clings to the windows of the latest kiteboarding gear. This year, we're impressed with Naish and their ability to transcend the ...

Kite Fitness with Rygo (Post)

I should lead into this one stating I am not a fitness professional. Just an enthusiastic kiteboarder and fitness buff. Always consult your doctor before beginning any fitness routine. It’ ...

Reedin HyperModel vs. Duotone Evo D/Lab(Post)

The Reedin HyperModel and Duotone Evo D/Lab are both freeride kites made with the premium Aluula material, but is one better for you? Pat and Dustin rode both 9m kites on the same day in order to ...

Kiteboarding Transitions: Low Powered Crail grab Downloop (Post)

It has come to our attention that this particular grab is actually a Crail grab. In the video we call it a Nuke, however for the written steps, I'll be using the correct name. My apologies for any ...

Kiteboarding: "Unhooked and Over 40"(Post)

If the calendar says you're past your "expiration date", but you're still feeling a bit spry, maybe you should try some basic unhooked tricks! What is riding unhooked?  This means that you disco ...

Exploring the 2023 Cabrinha Nitro | The Ultimate Big Air Kite(Post)

Introduction When it comes to big air kites, the Cabrinha Nitro is a game-changer in the world of kiteboarding. Designed specifically for boosting and delivering impressive hang time, the 2023 ...

Low Backroll Kiteloop Nose Grab - Easy Freeride Kitesurf Tricks(Post)

Whats up guys, this week, I’m going to cover a fun and easier kiteloop based trick. With hooked in kiteboarding there’s three things that take a trick to the next level, a loop, a rotati ...

2023 Duotone Evo D/Lab Review(Post)

Duotone has introduced the Evo D/LAB, a high-performance all-rounder kite that is designed to take freeriding to the next level. The Evo D/LAB is an improvement of the popular Evo kite, and ...

2019 Cabrinha Contra Review(Post)

While the contra is a dedicated light wind kite, It’s also a versatile all around kite in general. To get some bias out of the way, This has been my go to lightwind kite for 3 years in a row.

Hot New Releases: MACkite Brand Parawing & Mystic Majestic Ex Custom Harness(Post)

MACwing v.5 Beta Single Skin Single Use   Jake and Ryan from MACkiteboarding unveiled an exciting new product in their latest video: the all-new MACkite Parawing, a lightweight, ultra-packable ...

Hydrofoiling: Learn to Surf Foil - Ticket to Glide Ep 01 (Post)

The printable steps are at the bottom of this blog  So you want to learn to hydrofoil surf? Congratulations! We too have caught the foil bug for all of our board sports. Surf foiling is trul ...

Kiteboard Trick: Front Roll Nuke Grab - Ride With Blake Ep 03(Post)

Front Roll Nuke The nuke grab is considered one of the most advanced grabs but if you watched our last video, you know there is a trick that makes it easy to do, You’re probably thinking, tha ...

Wing Foiling Innovations | Are Booms Really Better Than Handles?(Post)

All of a sudden, it seems like wings with booms are everywhere. Maybe you've been to a recent event and noticed that many of the best riders were using them. If they are, should you be? Well, i ...

2024 North Reach Kite Review with Kristen(Post)

Kristen chats about the 2024 North Reach: what's new, what's different, and what you can expect to feel familiar. It's a beautiful day in Muskegon, Michigan. It was a north wind, which t ...

Kiteboarding Video: How to Front Roll w/ North Kiteboarding(Post)

Front Roll How-To: North Kiteboarding Academy The front roll is going to be your go-to, a base for more advanced tricks. On it's own, the front roll is fun and you can make it as varied as you'd like ...

Is the 2023 Duotone Evo or Evo SLS the Best Kite for Every Wind Condition?(Post)

Aaron from MACkite is on the beach at King of the Great Lakes with Ben from Duotone to find out what makes the Evo SLS such a popular kite. Aaron: Why is the Evo SLS Duotone's best-selling ki ...

Ride with Blake | How To Transition On a Foilboard (Post)

How to do a transition on your foilboard! It's Friday so you know what that means. Another episode of Ride with Blake. The last week was incurably fun as some old friends from MACkite came to visit ...

Kiteboarding: How to Trim Your Kite "Ride with Blake"(Post)

While not incredibly exciting, trimming your kite is important. It is imperative if you unhook, and it does help you jump better when your kite is set up correctly. Let's be honest, no one likes it ...

Cabrinha 04: Highlights for 2024(Post)

Not all things are created equally, and neither should they be. We all have different requirements, different points of focus, different needs. For some, they just want to get out there and enjoy ...

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 ...

How to Backroll Kiteloop Late Tail Grab: with Shaun Bennett(Post)

Yo, what's up guys? I'm Rygo. And I'm Shaun. And we were running through some footage that Brad Strom filmed at Hood River and Lyle. We've been doing some trick tips ...

Big Air Kite Test - Harlem Force / North Orbit Pro / Duotone Evo D/Lab / Cabrinha Nitro v2(Post)

Today's big air kite review from Jason focuses on the Harlem Force, comparing it to the North Orbit Pro, Duotone Evo D/LAB, and Cabrinha Nitro v2. As always, he'll highlight his favorite aspe ...

Kiteboarding and Wing Foiling - NEW Gear for 2023 at AWSI(Post)

This is Ryan, Jeff and Cado with MACkite, and we're checking out all the latest and greatest gear for the upcoming season at AWSI in Hood River. As always, if you've got any questions, give us a ...

F-One Strike V3 Brand Overview(Post)

F-One, the renowned French kiteboarding and wing foiling brand, has launched its latest edition of the iconic Strike wing—the Strike V3. This state-of-the-art wing is the ultimate performance wing ...

Wing Foil lessons(Page)

Wing Board & Wing Foil Lessons in Michigan Winging is one of the more popular and versatile water sports to date. You can use a SUP, hydrofoil, snow equipment, or even a surfboard to get out o ...