1904 results for 'front hard hard strap'

Waydoo EVO | Luxury Efoil Performance at a Budget Price?(Post)

eFoiling seems to be the hottest new sport, but would it surprise you to know that it's already been around for about 10 years? The biggest thing holding it back from reaching mainstream popularit

Blake Olsen - A kiteboarding saga begins(Post)

Four years ago, I moved from Michigan in search of endless summer. I found a piece of paradise in Key West, Florida where you can Kiteboard in gorgeous, neon-blue water, ride with board shorts in Janu

The Science of Finding Balance…(Post)

Five mantras you can use to optimize your time where it matters most. I woke up this morning and made a hot cup of coffee. While sipping it slowly in the warm glow of my sunroom, I began to reflect

Light Wind Wing Foiling Part 1: Choosing the Right Board(Post)

Jeff and Tucker are kicking off a three-part video series dedicated to light wind riding. If you live somewhere in North America — or anywhere else — where there isn't always a lot of wind, you stil

2023 North Mode Wing Review(Post)

The 2023 North Mode wing is quickly becoming a shop favorite with our wing crew. Check out the VIDEO above or the TRANSCRIPT below to get some solid insight from Tucker, Jeff, and Ryan. 2023 Nort

Helena Brochocka Rocking Australia With Best Kiteboarding(Post)

Best Kiteboarding - Helena Brochocka Tearing Up Australia Catch Helena Brochocka, one of the Team Riders for Best Kiteboarding, creating waves near Safety Bay near Perth, Australia. The "Land Down Un

How to Wakefoil Without the Rope. Foil Fridays Ep 15(Post)

Foiling has changed everything. With so many applications, we find ourselves practicing a lot of crossover sports.Wakefoiling included. One of the most fun aspects of the sport is the freedom of just

Bowen Dwelle on Parawinging and the Future of Foil Sports(Post)

Parawinging is still new territory, and half the fun is figuring it out together. Here, Tucker and Bowen trade notes on what works, what doesn't, and what might be next. They cover gear quirks, ridi

Wing Foil Fridays: Ozone Wasp vs. F-One Swing(Post)

Wing foiling has officially taken off. This new and exciting sport is really resonating with riders from SUP, surf, kite, wake, wind, and more. Right now knowledge is limited or skewed and choosing th

The Best Light Wind Wings for 2023 | Tested and Compared(Post)

Welcome back to MACkiteboarding Wing Wednesdays. This is Tucker and Jeff, and today we're going to talk about our favorite light wind wings for 2023. We've finally gotten the chance to spend a lot

Kiteboarding Video: Hannah Whiteley "The Cape Town Effect"(Post)

The Cape Town Effect - Hannah Whiteley Let's go through the history of kiteboarding. Kiteboarding has been known as far back as the 13th century, but we know much of the current kitesurfing style fro

How to Install Kite Line Extensions(Post)

3-meter line extensions are an invaluable tool that give you the ability to change the range and performance of every kite in your quiver. They can be added or removed to the end of your lines in a

Wing Foiling in Waves | What Makes a Foil Great for Surf?(Post)

Whether by divine will or simple serendipity, local surf legend Marc just happened to walk into the shop as Jeff and Tucker were getting ready to film a discussion on surf foils. Marc was even weari

Dakine Compression Bags for Kiteboarding and Wing Foiling(Post)

Today Aaron takes a look at a product he's been using for a long time, the Dakine Compression Bag. They used to come in multiple sizes for your different kite sizes, but now it's one size fits al

2023 Cabrinha Mantis and Vision Wings Review(Post)

Today we're going to have a look at the new Cabrinha Mantis v3 and Vision v1. These are two of the wings from Cabrinha for 2023, so there's some exciting stuff out there with the Vision being a n

WIngfoiling Jibe Basic(Post)

The Jibe is the first transition you need to learn in wingfoiling. Like everything wing, I encourage you to watch this video and practice the wing movement on the beach before taking it to the water.

2018 Liquid Force Legacy—The Freerider's Kiteboard(Post)

With so many freeride kiteboards on the market, it’s hard to choose between them all, right? The 2018 Liquid Force Legacy is one of those all-around freeride kiteboards that bridges the gap for a wid

Fliteboard eFoil Lineup Review: Air, Scooter, Pro, Ultra(Post)

Eli from MACkite is joined by Ben from Fliteboard to walk through the current Fliteboard lineup and discuss how to choose the right board for your experience level and riding goals. The Flitescooter

The Casati Brothers on Back-to-Back Titles & the Harlem Thrive V2(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers caught up with the Casati family, a true powerhouse of kitesurfing. Lorenzo and Leo Casati are both World Champions, with Leo just taking a back-to-back win for the family aft

Kiteboarding Basics: Pre-Load and Pop(Post)

Yeah, what's up guys? I'm Rygo. I'm Ewan. And we're down here in Brazil. We got some clips when we were in Hood River. I didn't film these, Brad Strom--thank you, Brad--filmed these, and we've

Cold Water Riding Tips from Tucker(Post)

Unless you're lucky enough to live somewhere that's warm year-round, your cold-weather options are to suit up or stay home. Vacations to someplace sunny are also nice, but most of us can't pack up a

Foil Drive | Scoring Clear, Glassy Swells in the Outer Banks(Post)

When you get a chance to visit the Outer Banks, you go, no matter the conditions. Ryan from MACkite caught up with waterman and foiler Hunter Lukes to talk about his background, what drew him to foi

Kiteboarding How To: Jumping With Style - Ride With Blake Ep 01(Post)

How to Jump with Style  So you want to learn how to jump with style? You’ve come to the right place. In this video and blog, we’ll break down five practices to implement into your kiteboarding every

Slingshot Slingwing NXT V1 Wing Review | The Every Rider's Aluula Wing(Post)

In this episode of Wing Wednesdays, Tucker has an Aluula wing from Slingshot, the Slingwing NXT. This is the first version of this wing, so did Slingshot get it right? Is it worth the premium for

Cold Water Series: Wetsuit or Drysuit?(Post)

Riding in cold water requires some special knowledge and equipment to proceed with safety and comfort. In this new series, we will go over the required equipment, walk you through common gear choices,

The "Walmart Wing" On-Water Test, Here's What Happened - Pt 2(Post)

Tucker and Jeff Buy a Wing On Walmart Marketplace - Part 2 All right, here we are at the beach. This is Jeff at MACkite. It's not the nicest day in the world as it's raining, but it's January 17th

What Foil Works Best in Waves and Swells? | High-Aspect vs. Mid-Aspect(Post)

The MACkite Foil Crew sat down to talk about which foils they like best for waves and swells. As you can guess, there isn't one right answer to this question. In addition to personal preference, it

Axis Spitfire Vs ART | The Foil Wing Comparison You'll Want to See(Post)

Ryan and Cole have been fielding a lot of questions about how the Axis ART and Spitfire front foil wings compare. Here, they take time out to discuss where each excels and what sets them apart.P

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

Ben Leclair in Shredtown & Quest Cable Park in Texas(Post)

Ben Leclair and the 2015 Terrian While Ben Leclair may not be one of the oldest kiteboarders in the industry, he certainly shows that he is a force to be reckoned with. Riding in Texas, we see him in

Santa Cruz Skateboards Squad Throws Down in Arizona(Post)

In the Park with Santa Cruz Has the summer let you ride those cracked, cement waves? Maybe you haven't been able to get out as much as you would like. Maybe you've busted an ankle and are now strappe

Fanttik NEX L1 Pro 3.7V Driver | The Ultimate Tool for Easy Hydrofoil Assembly?(Post)

Aaron from MACkite has picked up a tool that he hopes will cut a little time to get his hydrofoil from the car to the water. It's the Fanttik NEX L1 Pro 3.7V cordless driver. Time to unbox it and

Hannah Whiteley: Essence(Post)

Video Details: Professional Kiteboarder from the UK, Hannah Whiteley spent the 2014 winter in Cape Town, South Africa. Here is an insight into what she got up to.. Shot and edited by Andi Jansen han

Ozone's Patent Pending 2024 Fusion Wing | A Dual Skin, Ram Air, Race Machine?(Post)

The 2024 Ozone Fusion takes wing design in a very different direction. While other wings are built like LEI kiteboarding kites with an inflatable frame and single skin canopy, the Fusion is based

2026 Cabrinha Mantis Apex Wing Ride Review(Post)

Dead center along Michigan's west coast you'll see two little bumps sticking out into the lake. They're great places to go when the wind isn't cooperating anywhere else, and Tucker got a nice sessio

Appletree Zapple vs Zapple S | Which Foil Drive Board Fits You Best?(Post)

Foil Drive riding has pushed board design in a very specific direction. Efficiency, foil feel, and clean integration now matter more than ever, and few brands have leaned into that reality as effect

The Fred Hope Interview | Kite Foiling, Wing Foiling and Traveling(Post)

  Fred Hope is among the most talented kite foilers we've ever seen. He's also a Product Test Administrator for Slingshot Sports, in Hood River, Oregon.  This offseason, he'll be traveling between Ba

Kitesurfing: Getting Started - Ride With Blake(Post)

This is the first blog of the ultimate beginner guide. This is a series meant to be used as a companion to actual kitesurfing lessons. So give this a watch before, during and after your lesson with

Foil Drive's New Props Explained(Post)

For a long time, the black prop was just the prop. It came in the kit, it worked, and you rode it. Now, Foil Drive has dropped two new options —a blue low-range prop and a grey medium-high-range pro

Wing Foiling Footwork: When (and Why) to Switch Stance for Better Riding(Post)

Your board stance can affect a lot of things when you're out on a wing and foil. Tucker and Jeff were chatting about that one morning, and Jeff was learning so much that he decided they needed to mo