1770 results for 'mission control bar'

Should You Add a Surf-Specific Harness to Your Quiver?(Post)

Benefits of Adding A Surf-Specific Harness to Your Quiver Up until this last week, I was a firm believer that one harness was sufficient for any and all conditions. Having homed in on the Apex Select,

Airush Ultra Team V5 Kite Review(Post)

The Ultra Team V5 from Airush takes the concept of kite foiling efficiency further, introducing a design change that directly targets airflow, stability, and drive. Jeff spent some time with Will du

Slingshot Crisis Review(Post)

The slingshot Crisis is a mid-range / entry level twintip kiteboard from Slingshot. In my experience, the board rides similarly to other boards in this category: it has a medium flex, mild rocker

Duotone Evo D/LAB vs. Harlem Thrive(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers love big air kites, but they also know that they're not all created equal. They'll all boost you high enough to pull some impressive moves or just enjoy the view from up there

Slingshot Raptor Vs Rally GT(Post)

Slingshot went back to the drawing board for 2020 and has brought us two brand-new kites - the Rally GT and the Raptor. Many are wondering - who are these kites for, and what is the difference? We'v

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

Duotone Rebel at a Glance(Post)

The aim of this video is to help you decide if the Duotone Rebel is the right kite for you. What kind of kitesurfing kite is it? Performance Freeride / Old School / Big Air Lofty Massive wind range

Beginners Guide - Back to Wrapped / Backmobe(Post)

What's up, guys? Rygo here from MACkite. Welcome back to our Unhooked playlist. For this week we're going to talk about the Back to Wrapped, or the Backmobe. We're going to be building off of our

Harlem Flow Kite Review | Built for the Waves, Dialed for Everyone(Post)

If you've spent any time chasing surf on a kite, you already know the feeling: that moment when everything clicks—your timing, your positioning, your read of the wave, and you're no longer fighting

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,

2023 North Code Zero On-Water Review(Post)

This is Pat from MACkiteboarding.com talking about the new Code Zero from North Kiteboarding. What is it? What are you going to get out of it? Who's it for? And why should you consider buying thi

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

Two Mistakes Every Kiteboarder Makes(Post)

Mistake One With social media on the rise, I've noticed a lot of misinformation being circulated in kite groups, especially when a new rider asks questions. The most common myths I've seen in this a

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

What Makes the 2024 Duotone Neo SLS Stand Out? A Detailed Look(Post)

Revolutionary Design Upgrades for 2024 This year, the Neo SLS is not just another kite—it has undergone significant transformations: Wider and Squared-Off Wingtip: This allows the kite to f

2025 F-One Plume K-Wing On-Water Review | Between a Kite and a Wing Place?(Post)

Tucker's back with a review for the 2025 F-One Plume. It's a... well, he's not quite sure what to call it. It's essentially a small, strutless kite with a handle attached directly to the bridles. It

2027 North Orbit First Look w/ Nathalie Lambrecht & Tibo Slock(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back, coming to you from Mykonos with a very special first look at the brand-new North Kiteboarding lineup for 2027. They're joined by international team riders Maxwell Da

Ocean Rodeo Rise 10m Review(Post)

What's up, guys? Rygo here from MACkite. We just got into Hatteras. We spent the whole winter testing gear down in Florida, hanging out in central Florida, riding in the Keys, and now we're up

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 it

Why I Ride a Dakine Renegade Kiteboarding Harness(Post)

How did you size your harness? I am 6’2 175 lbs with a 32-33” waist. I wear a medium harness as it provides the perfect amount of adjustment to securely fit with a 1mm wetsuit top to 5mm wetsuit.

Get Ready To Ride! Learn The Essential Steps For a Smooth Kiteboarding Water Start(Post)

This blog post provides an in-depth look at the five key steps necessary to learn how to water start when kiteboarding or kitesurfing. The first step is to get comfortable with the kite, learning ho

Down Loop Front Roll Transition - Ride with Blake(Post)

Today Rygo and I are going to be covering a very important topic, one that will change the way you transition forever. The reason downloops are so cool is because they're basically a shortcut to mor

Kiteboarding: How to Stick That Board-Off Beach Landing(Post)

Hey, what's up guys? Blake from MACkite here, and today we're going to learn a really fun trick: a board-off beach landing. Step number one for this trick is to simply loosen your feet in th

Armada Presents SNOWCITIES - Episode 1: Michigan(Post)

SNOWCITIES - Episode 1: Michigan Snow has officially hit in Michigan, and it looks like it's here to stay. While some people may be building up their blanket and hot cocoa inventory, others are out

Your First Kiteboarding Trick After Learning How to Jump(Post)

Hey, what's up guys? I'm Rygo. I'm Lucas. And today we're going to kick off a new playlist where we're running through the fundamentals of kiteboarding with an emphasis on simple, stylish thing

MACkite Rides: Aaron w/ the 2016 North Mono Kite(Post)

2016 North Mono...Shop Tested, Aaron Approved So, a 2016 North Mono 12M showed up at the shop today. I walked in just as it came off of the truck and Jake offered first dibs. Bam; I’m out the door. G

Kite Girl's First Crail Grab(Post)

The Crail Grab is the least common grab seen on the beach, mostly because it's not one you would think to do often. Taking your back hand and reaching for the nose takes some flexibility and core,

Eleveight OS Review(Post)

The Eleveight OS is another one-strut option designed for foil enthusiasts and light wind waveriders. The simple design is fast and, like all one-strut kites, it's extremely lightweight. The swept

The Best Kites for Learning Freestyle - Sessions w/ Rygo Vlog 02(Post)

The Best Kites for Learning Freestyle Hey guys! As I promised I'm going to write about my current three favorite kites for learning freestyle. Now, just because I favor these kites doesn't mean the

Cabrinha Spectrum at a Glance(Post)

This video and blog will hopefully give you an idea of what to expect from the spectrum and help you decide if it's the right kiteboard for you. ANNELOUS LAMMERTS popping a melon grab What kind of

All Hype? Or Fully Locked & Loaded? Ride Engine HyperLock Hot Take Review With Jake(Post)

Shop Latest Ride Engine Releases. Jake here from MACkite, I recently got my hands on the new Ride Engine Hyperlock harness line, and spoiler alert—I’m impressed. Ride Engine, the OGs of the hard-sh

Ocean Rodeo Roam Aluula Review(Post)

The Roam has been a favorite in the Ocean Rodeo lineup for several years. This great surf/freeride kite comes in an all-new construction called Aluula. This new material takes this solid kite to

Why I Learned on the Duotone Gambler(Post)

Tye's first kiteboard pick is an unconventional choice at best. His situation is different because he comes from a snowboarding background and has a specific goal in mind. We wanted to illustrate th

Perfect Kitesurfing Stance(Post)

Kiteboarding stance is a subjective thing. Ultimately, it comes down to comfort. People ride a wide variety of stances from wide to narrow. You can also adjust the angle of stance. In the '90s and

Brazilian Brothers Interview With Reedin's Lead Designer, Damien Girardin(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers met up with kite designer legend, Damien Girardin, at the Kite Beach in Blouberg, South Africa. Here, the Brazilian Brothers pick Damien's brain about his background and years

Let's Chat: 2017 North Rebel w/ Jake(Post)

Jake on the 2017 North Rebel So you're Interested in the Rebel. We're imaging some of the questions you are asking yourself...What's New this year, and what type of rider will benefit from this kite?

Expert Foiling: ​Duck Tack to Toeside - Ticket to Glide Ep 05(Post)

This trick is really awesome, it’s tons of fun, it keeps you blasting upwind without losing any ground, and it’s also going to lay the groundwork for some more advanced tricks such as the duck tack

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

Ride Engine Carbon Elite Reivew(Post)

The Ride Engine Carbon Elite is the stiffest most supportive harness I'm aware of beyond the Hadlow ion harness.  I meant to do a review on this when the lineup first dropped but time got the best o

North Dice vs Cabrinha FX - Versus W/Rygo Ep 17(Post)

The two leading performance kites that bridge the gap from freeride to freestyle. Both appeal to intermediate to advanced riders looking to push big air, kite loops or unhooked freestyle. Often, wh