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2023 North Nova v3 Review(Post)

Welcome back to MACkiteboarding Wing Wednesdays. I'm Tucker, and today I'm going to give you a quick review on the new North Nova version 3 for 2023. I've been riding this wing for a few weeks no

What to Expect from Your Kiteboard Lesson(Page)

Knowledge & skills. Since becoming a PASA certified school in 2000, we have taught thousands of students to kiteboard. During that time we have learned many things and answered thousands of...

​Kiteboarding: Onshore Vs Sideshore winds - Versus w/ Rygo Ep13(Post)

Last week, we did a video on Light wind vs Strong wind and how currents and tides come into play. Contrary to what I expected, it seemed to be well received. So as I said, I’m going to elaborate fu

F-One Seven Seas | The All-Around Foil That Earns Its Place in Any Quiver(Post)

The F-One Seven Seas has been quietly doing its thing in the wing foil world for a few years now, and honestly, it doesn't get nearly enough credit. It's not flashy. It's not the foil that gets tagg

2022 Cabrinha Contra Review(Post)

Today we're going to review the new 2022 Cabrinha Contra. The Cabrinha Contra has always been one of my top two favorite light wind kites. I've been using it on and off for probably a good five yea

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

Naish Hover 112 + Thrust Surf L Review(Post)

Working at MACkite has some unique benefits. Working with friends in an industry that we are passionate about makes most days feel less like “work”. The huge amount of demo gear available is also we

Kiteboarding Trick: How to Nuke Grab - Ride With Blake Ep 02(Post)

Nuke grab The Nuke Grab is one of the more advanced grabs we cover in this playlist but it's not nearly as difficult as you think. There is a trick to doing this with ease and you can progress into

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Cape Town - Destinations Ep16(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 GUIDE There's a place way down in the

Ozone Liteforce Wing Review | A Detailed Look at the 7.7m Model(Post)

It's time for another Wing Wednesdays with Tucker, and today he's looking at Ozone's light wind wing, the Liteforce. It's a brand new model for 2024 and comes in 6.6 and 7.7m sizes. Tucker is a l

2025 Duotone Float Review | Specialized for Surf Sessions(Post)

The Float is a brand new wing model from Duotone, and as you might guess from the name, it's designed to float unobtrusively behind you as you play in the waves. Tucker's had a chance to get out on

Duotone Neo Review(Post)

  Rygo: In years past we've often touted the Neo as more than just a wave kite, but also an awesome freeride kite. While this is true, it occurred to me that we've almost done this kite an injustic

Chris Reynolds Reveals the Details Behind FLITELab's AMPJet System(Post)

Cole had a chance to test the new FLITELab boards and meet up with designer Chris Reynolds. Chris was kind enough to take an hour out of his day to do an on-the-beach interview with Cole and provide

Let's Chat: What to Know About Hydrofoils(Post)

Deciding Factors for Foilboarding Hydrofoils are being ridden for more than simply racing and are now accessible for most riders. For goodness sake, Kai Lenny is riding them without a tow on waves.  W

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

Unifoil Progression, Hyper, and Vyper Foil Sets Explained(Post)

Today on Foil Fridays, Tucker gives a general overview of uniFoil's system and their foil range. Get tips on what each wing does and how to choose the one that's right for you. What Is uniFoil?

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

Filming Our Kiteloop Playlist - Sessions W/Rygo EP 09(Post)

Get to know the crew Last week on Sessions, we made our way to Orlando, Florida where we caught up with one of MACkite's original team riders and of my closest friends, Steve Lee. Every winter I

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

Website Terms of Use(Page)

MACkite Boardsports Customer Service & Website Terms of Use Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Hey there! You have arrived at a website or mobile internet site operated by MACkite Boardsports...

Phil Sobolev Interview - Cabrinha's Product Test Manager(Post)

In this interview, Pat speaks with Phil Sobolev, the Product Test Manager at Cabrinha, who oversees the testing of all the company's products. Phil explains that he works with the design team and

Kiteboarding Control Bar Size & tuning your kite(Post)

Kiteboarding Control Bars The first step in tuning your kite is choosing the right size control bar. The standard pairing is 43 - 47 cm bars for 05 - 10m kites 50 - 55 cm bars for 11 - 13m kites 58 -

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 the

Duotone Vegas vs Dice(Post)

The goal of this video is to help you decide if the Vegas is right for you. I’ve done videos on C-kites in the past and when checking the forums, a lot of people got the impression that I am complet

Tucker's Zip Pod Foil Drive Mount Review(Post)

Tucker is stepping out of his comfort zone of talking about wing and kite foil gear to dive into foil assist mode. He has been absolutely stoked about this new product from Zip Pod — testing it over

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

Comparing the Foil Drive Assist MAX vs. Assist Slim(Post)

Foil Drive has gotten a bunch of the crew together to have a chat about the Gen 2 Foil Drive to help you decide whether the MAX or Slim is right for you. They have a varied range of riding styles a

Freeride vs Crossover Kiteboarding Kites: Versus w/Rygo Ep 18(Post)

Kiteboarding has come a long way since the early days. What was once an extreme sport is now only as intense as you’d like it to be. Whether you want to experience the freedom of sailing and explori

2018 North Evo Vs the 2017(Post)

We’ve had a lot of requests for a solid review on the 2018 North Evo and how it compares to the 2017. I can’t say I’m surprised there is very little content beyond the basic brand notes on the 2018

Code Foils Origin Story | Brothers, Friends, and a Shared Obsession(Post)

At its core, Code Foils was never about chasing market share, trends, or hype. It was about making equipment the founders genuinely wanted to use themselves—and trusting that if it felt right under

Manta TakeOff Evo Review: Foil Assist & eFoil(Post)

Ryan from MACkite has been riding the Manta TakeOff Evo foil assist for a while now, and he is stoked to share his first impressions. From its massive power output to its travel-friendly battery opt

Comparing Versions 8 and 9 of the 2019 Liquid Force NV(Post)

A complete review of the 2018 and 2019 Liquid Force NV  In 2010 the Liquid Force Envy led the charge with a bold new three-strut hybrid design. It was faster than the standard bow kites of the time.

2024 North Sonar Foil System Overview with Ryan and Matt(Post)

Ryan Hooker from MACkite and Matt Aiken from North chat about the North Sonar Foil System for wing foiling, surf foiling, and kite foiling. Find out who it's for and what's new for 2024. Ryan:

Navigating the Seas of Change With Brendan Healy, Cabrinha's Sales Manager(Post)

Pat: This is Pat with MACkiteboarding.com here this morning with Brendan Healy from Cabrinha. Brendan: Good to be here. Thanks for having me, man. Pat: No problem, Brendan. So you came from a b

Foil Drive | From Humble First Sessions to Consistently Catching Waves(Post)

Ryan and Cole recently experienced the Foil Drive for the first time, and they have some thoughts they'd like to share with anyone wondering if a Foil Drive is right for them, and what to know and

The 5 Best Kiteboards for Jumping and Big Air(Post)

So you’re looking to go big! One of the most fun aspects of kiteboarding is going all out at full speed and just sending it. On those days where the wind is so strong that the beach is empty except

Kiteboarding - How to Pop Unhooked(Post)

This blog will eventually be made into a complete beginners' unhooked playlist. Stand by while we film this spring. This week we're going to break down the most fundamental move in kiteboarding: the p

The Kiteboarding Raley - Ultimate Beginners Guide - Unhooked(Post)

Today we're going to break down the Raley. This is an exciting point in your kiteboarding progression. It's a cornerstone trick that will lead to all the other tricks. This is usually the first tric

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Jericoacoara - Destinations Ep12(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. On Brazil’s endless coast, there are more k

F-One Strike Review(Post)

Hey everybody, welcome back to Wing Wednesdays with MACkiteboarding.com. I'm Tucker and today we're going to talk about the F-One Strike. I've put a few sessions into it and I am extremely impress

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