1113 results for 'duoton drive'

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

Kiteboarding and Wing Foiling | Cold Weather Riding Tips for 2023(Post)

Welcome back to MACkiteboarding. This is Tucker, and today we're going to talk about some tips that we have for you if you're riding in frigid temperatures. We're up here in the Great White North,

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Progreso Mexico - Destinations Ep01(Post)

Welcome to destinations, your one stop kiteboarding video travel guide.  Wind By Season It's warm and windy most of the year, but spring is the best season to visit. Progreso doesn't always work l

North Mode Ultra Wing Review | Innovative Design and Cutting-Edge Materials(Post)

In today's episode of Wing Wednesdays, Tucker has the all-new 2024 North Mode Ultra. You're probably familiar with the Mode, North's speedy race wing, as well as the Mode Pro that was introduced

Ozone Pocket Rocket V2 Parawing Review(Post)

Tucker's back with a review of the Pocket Rocket Version 2 from Ozone — a follow-up to what was arguably the most popular parawing of last year. The V1 became a staple in our shop and in many riders

Let's Chat: "No sand in the Whip!" w/ Aaron(Post)

Tips for keeping your car clean, even after those sandy kiting trips... As we were about to leave the beach one hot July afternoon, my 5-year-old son, River, turns to my wife, Lesa, and says, “Rememb

Light Wind Wing Foiling Part 2: The Best Wings for Light Wind(Post)

Jeff and Tucker dive into the ever-popular question: what wing is best in light wind? Everyone wants to get up and ride, but not everyone lives where it's super windy. Often, the summer months bring

Breaking Down the Unifoil Evolution Setup | Is It Worth the Price?(Post)

It's been a minute since Tucker has done a Unifoil review. But lately he's been out ripping on the new Evolution front wing, so now's the perfect opportunity to correct that and bring an update on w

Foil Fridays - How to Wing Surf / Foil - First steps and Tips(Post)

Chances are, if you clicked on this blog, you are interested in learning to Wing Surf or Wing Foil. SUP, Foil, Surfboard, Snowboard, Skateboard... whatever you decide to put on your feet, Wing Boardi

Jeff & Nate's Review of the North Downwind 900(Post)

Jeff is joined by Nate, a North ambassador and the "Tri-Cities semi-pro", to do a breakdown of a new foil in the North lineup. Nate has spent the last couple of years riding the SF 830 in almost all

There's a Lot to Love About the Cabrinha FX(Post)

  The Cabrinha FX, in one word – fun – smooth - full of energy - just plain enjoyment! Ok, that was way more than one word, but those that know me know I never have just one word for anything. Recentl

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Hood River, Oregon - Destinations Ep03(Post)

Wind by Season While Hood River is windy much of the year, the most consistent and comfortable times to ride are spring and summer. The season starts to kick off in May and ends in September. Befo

Choosing the Best | Overview of the 2024 North Kite Surfboards Line(Post)

Performance Surf | 2024 North Charge Pro Design Philosophy: The Charge Pro is crafted for riders aiming for peak performance in prime wave conditions. It thrives in down-the-line riding and handl

2024 Slingshot Ghost V3 with Fred Hope(Post)

Pat is at King of the Great Lakes with Fred Hope from Slingshot. They're checking out the new 2024 Ghost V3. Fred: The Ghost is our one-strut kite for the new year. You tried it today, right?

Triple Seven PT LTX Parawing Review(Post)

Tucker brings us a look at the new Triple Seven PT LTX parawing. Having been a huge fan of the PT Skin (a single-skin wing) and the PT Hybrid (a double-skin/single-skin hybrid), he was excited to se

Triton X1 Monofoil for Wing Foiling and Kite Foiling(Post)

The Unique Design of the Triton X1 Monofoil The Triton X1 Monofoil is not your typical foil. Unlike traditional designs which have a stabilizer and a fuselage, the X1 is a monofoil. This means th

2026 Cabrinha Union Foil Review(Post)

Tucker and Jeff have an early review of the 2026 Cabrinha Union foil. Cabrinha sent them some prototypes to ride, and so far they're stoked about it. Now they're ready to chat about what it is, what

Omen SuperMarine | Flux DNA, Bigger Design, and a Mid-Length Board That Rips(Post)

There's an ice shelf along the beach on Lake Michigan, which makes it dangerous and difficult to get to open water to go ride right now, but thankfully Tucker has already had many opportunities to g

North Atmos Carbon Review(Post)

The North Atmos Carbon is a pretty specific tool and a fun option for a kiteboarder looking to get as much upwind performance and pop as possible. I've had this board for a few months now and I thin

North Navigator Pro Quick Release | How to Swap Yours Out With Ease(Post)

What You Need Before starting the replacement process, ensure you have all the necessary tools and parts. Here’s what you’ll need: Multi-grips 2.5 mm Allen key Drift punch (less than 4 mm or 1/

2016 Ride Engine Overview feat. MACkite's Nathan(Post)

2016 Ride Engine Overview feat. MACkite's Nathan The 2016 Ride Engine harness has broken through the kiteboarding industry with a revolutionary design and fit. Sticking to a classic form, the Ride Eng

Level Up Your Wing Foiling: Dial in the Perfect Stance Every Time(Post)

If you've ever climbed onto a foilboard and thought, "Where am I even supposed to put my feet?" you're not alone. Stance is one of the biggest factors in how quickly you get up when wing foiling, ho

North Nova vs Nova Pro (2026): Which Wing Should You Choose?(Post)

The North Nova has built a strong reputation over the last few seasons. It’s one of those wings that almost everyone who tries ends up liking. It’s easy to ride, balanced, and works across a pretty

KT Arc Pro Carbon Board Review with Tucker & Jeff(Post)

Tucker and Jeff are taking a look at a brand new board from KT called the Arc. The board shown in the review is a sample prototype, so the graphics look a little different, but the shape and dimensi

Designer Notes Behind North's 2025 Twintip Kiteboard Collection(Post)

North Kiteboarding dropped their 2025 twintip collection with one idea in mind: a totall re-imagining from the ground up. This year is packed with upgrades, including lighter construction and smarte

MACkite Rides: Jake M's Wave Day w/ the 2016 Slingshot Rally(Post)

Wave Day w/ the 2016 Slingshot Rally Conditions Water temperature: Low 40s Wind: 20 - 25 knots Gear Used Water wear: NP Mission 5/4 Wetsuit NP Neoprene Hoodie NP Thermal Pants NP Mission Booties Xcel

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Cabarete - Destinations Ep02(Post)

Your one stop kiteboarding video travel guide.  Wind By Season  It's warn and windy most of the year but summer is the the best season to visit. Granted, even the winter months seem to work like

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

FLITELab AMP Jet | A Quick Glance(Post)

Foil assist can be a real game-changer for your sessions. You'll catch more waves, have less fatiguing downwinders, and wing on lighter days. There are some great options out there, but they all mou

Mid-Length Boards or Downwind Boards | Which Is Better for Wing Foiling?(Post)

MACkite's top wingnuts, Tucker, Ryan, and Jeff, are chatting about boards today. Downwind boards are gaining in popularity, but the really hot boards are hybrid, or mid-length boards. There seems t

Cabrinha Swift V3 Mid-Length Board Review(Post)

Jeff and Tucker are excited to break down Cabrinha's new Swift V3. This is the third version of the Swift, and they dive into what has changed, what this board is used for, the ideal buyer in the ma

Liquid Force’s Last Video on Foilboarding With the Foil Fish(Post)

Final Liquid Force Hydrofoil Tutorial: Turning and Jumping You've dominated the waters on your foilboard with the techniques given by the sultry-voiced Siskar and Sensi Graves in their first foilboar

Ralf Groesel Interview (Part 2): Have We Reached the Peak of Kite Perfomance?(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back for the second part of their interview with Ralf Groesel to pick his brain about kite design. As one of the industry's leading designers, Ralf shares his insights on

Waydoo Scooter Kit | Learning to eFoil Has Never Been This Easy or Fun!(Post)

Eli had a chance to get out with the Waydoo Evo Scooter Kit, and he was amazed at what a good time he had on something that seems a bit like training wheels. It can be used that way, and it's great

Light Wind Kiteboarding Magic? The Reedin WhisperModel Might Be the Answer(Post)

Jeff from MACkite had a chance to meet up with Kevin Langeree of Reedin in Cape Town, South Africa. Aside from the beautiful weather and scenery, Jeff was there to get an early look at the WhisperMo

What's Next at Cabrinha: Pat Goodman on Aluula and Bar Design | Part 2(Post)

In Part 1 of our interview with Pat Goodman, Pat compared Cabrinha's kite lineup, breaking down the Drifter, Switchblade, Nitro, and Moto X, and what each design is really built to do on the water.

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

Let's Chat: 2018 North Rebel w/ Jake M(Post)

Jake M's 2018 North Rebel Review We get it, you're busy, so let's start with the TL;DR. The 2018 Rebel is everything you've loved about the past iterations, but better and now 4 line compatible. Havin

Kiteboarding: Who Has Right of Way?(Post)

In this weeks episode I’ll be going to my sisters bachelorette party in vegas, then I’ll be making my way to interview my good friend Kara Mulder. Kara is a kiteboarder, the author of the flight atte

Slingshot Hover Glide Quantum Carbon 100 Pump Wing(Post)

What's up guys? This is Colin and Ryan from MACkiteboarding, and today we're going to be talking about the Quantum front wing by Slingshot Foils. We took it out a couple of days ago an