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Why the Waydoo Firebox Adds Peace of Mind(Post)

Eli walks us through the Waydoo Firebox. The Firebox isn't a necessity, but it's something you can use to have some peace of mind. It's designed for a lithium-ion battery, so it's good to have somet

Liquid Force NV VS Cabrinha FX a Comprehensive Review(Post)

Two freestyle kites that at first glance look similar, yet are noticeably different on the water... the long-standing Cabrinha FX and the even-longer-standing, yet new to the category Liquid Force N

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

The Global Women’s Boost Off Competition From WOO and KB4Girls(Post)

Haey, Laay-deeez! In the spirit of encouraging women kiteboarders to jump their absolute highest, WOO has initiated their “Global Women’s Boost Off”. Participation is easy—just log your WOO Kite sessi

Duotone Pace VS Free: Hydrofoil Board Comparison - Foil Fridays(Post)

Duotone has really stepped up their Hydrofoil and Foil board game for the 2019/2020 season. Two of our favorite new Duotone hydrofoil products are the Pace and Free foil boards. They both feature a

Kiteboarding Package Part 2(Post)

Hey guys, Jake here from MACkite. Today I'm here to talk to you guys about packages. We got the kite covered, now let's go on to the board. Most boards are going to come with the board and the fin

Axis Spitfire Review | Excellent for Wing Foil and Prone Foil(Post)

Axis has released their new Spitfire front wings, and Ryan and Cole have had a chance to ride them. Where do these wings excel, and what sort of rider will enjoy them?Cole: I got on the Axis Spitfi

Foilboarding FAQs: Carbon vs. Aluminum Foils(Post)

Surf Hydrofoils: Carbon vs. Aluminum. Whats best for you? In the  foil board game, there are two basic construction techniques: Full carbon and Aluminum Hybrid. Carbon is the lighter, less durable, an

The Story Behind "Sessions"(Post)

The Story Behind "Sessions" Welcome to "Sessions"! I'm just a dude from a kite shop making videos and testing all the gear, one session at a time. A year ago, I started working with two talented indiv

Sunova Foil Drive Trench Board Review(Post)

Ryan and Hunter chat about the all-new Sunova Foil Drive Trench board, designed specifically to integrate with Foil Drive systems, offering a dedicated space for the motor unit and battery. Three Di

Foil Fridays - The Best Boards & Features for Wing Foiling Part 1(Post)

  Wing foiling, wing surfing, hand kite, wing ding.... whatever you call this hot new sport, everyone wants to talk about it but not many people have firsthand knowledge. We have been fortunate enou

Reviewing the Appletree Appleslice V3 and Skipper Prone DW Wing and Surf Foil Boards(Post)

In this edition of Wing Wednesdays, Tucker and Jeff are taking a look at a couple of Appletree boards, the Appleslice V3 and the Skipper Prone. What did they think of these boards when they rode th

​Foilboarding Intermediate Transitions: Jibe W/ Stance Change(Post)

The Gybe with a stance change is the second transition you should work on in your hydrofoiling journey. It's not the most difficult transition but this one is going to take some practice on your end

2024 F-One Wings Sneak Peek | What's Hot in the Latest Lineup!(Post)

Christmas came early (or was it late?) for Tucker, Ryan and Jeff with a delivery of brand new 2024 F-One wings. They couldn't wait to share what the lineup looks like for this year, so this is a qu

Eleveight RS Pro V2 | Aluula Power and Easy Performance!(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers from MACkiteboarding got their hands on the Eleveight Kiteboarding RS Pro V2 and wasted no time putting it straight into real conditions for a true first-impressions session.

What We Got Wrong About the 2025 Duotone Evo D/Lab LTD(Post)

Jake's back with a quick follow-up to add some more details about the Limited Edition Evo D/LAB, specifically the blue Aluula material. Why Is the Blue Aluula Really a Limited Run? Initially, the gu

Wake Foiling | Dock Start Rookie Gets It in 21 Tries(Post)

Cole, an expert wake foiler with mastery in dock starting, recently took on the challenge of teaching Pat the art of dock starting on a hydrofoil. Although Pat had a diverse background in foiling, 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

SF Joe's Wing Foiling Progression Story and Tips(Post)

For about a year I bashed winging, mainly because I agonized over schlepping around big boards again like back in the windsurf days, now being in love with the small boards kiting and kite foiling all

Wake Foiling | Riding Styles(Post)

On your left you see a guy pumping in the flat water. Over on your right this dude's trying to do backflips on his hydrofoil. There are a lot of different riding styles that fall within wake foiling

Kiteboard Travel Guide: Santa Cruz & Bay Area - Destinations Ep20(Post)

Spot at a Glance  QUICK CONTACTS Calikites (Gear) - https://www.calikites.com/ Wind Over Water (Lessons at 3rd Ave) https://wowkiteboarding.com/kiteboarding-lessons/ Kite The Bay (Boat Lessons

2019 Slingshot Wake Foil Comparison Sessions w/ Rygo Ep03(Post)

Last week, Nathan Brad and myself decided to take some of the 2019 slingshot foils out to film and test. We promised to start doing some versus videos on our Foil Fridays series a while back and no

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

What Size Kiteboarding Harness Do I Need?(Post)

  In kiteboarding, harnesses tend to be the last thing on a kiter’s mind as far as the order of importance. However, the harness should be of utmost importance as it’s a rider's connection po

Aaron's Foilboarding Adventures(Post)

Aaron's Journey Being the "New Foil-Guy" April 20th, 2017 Sitting on the sidelines watching everybody else having all the fun is NOT fun. No matter what it’s about. Those goofy guys with their kite fo

Slingshot PTM 799 and 999 Foils | Wing Foiling(Post)

Tucker's got a couple new front wings for the Slingshot Phantasm foil lineup. The PTM 799 and PTM 999 are an extension of the fantastic PTM 899. That wing has been so popular that Slingshot deci

Kiteboarding Video: How to Make a Kiteboarding Movie​(Post)

How to Make a Kiteboarding Movie You want to film with the greats? Alright, then. But first you'll have to show your stuff on the cinematic runway (and you're going to have to work for it just as muc

Kiteboarding Video: North Kiteboarding 2017 Evo Kite Product Clip(Post)

North Kiteboarding - 2017 North Evo The Evo is the arounder of the range—best suited for free riders at home at all disciplines. The five-strut design, combined with the new Dacron frame 3-D shaping a

2024 Slingshot Slingwing V4 Overview(Post)

Pat is at King of the Great Lakes Test Fest with Ty from Slingshot. They're checking out the new V4 Slingwing for 2024. Pat: Ty, what's new this year? Has there been a bit of redesign? Ty: I lo

Brazilian Brothers Review the Ride Engine Empax V2 Vest(Post)

You've heard that you "should" wear an impact vest, but do you really need one? And if so, what's a good one that won't get in your way? The Brazilian Brothers think they have the answer to both que

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

Let's Chat: Travelling with Kiteboarding Golf Bags(Post)

Traveling with Kite Gear Spring break is right around the corner! Hopefully, you have you planned your trip, packed your bags and are ready for some good times on the water. Quick question—how much ar

2025 Duotone Unit SLS Review | Boom or Handles for Your Riding Style?(Post)

The Duotone Unit has been around for quite a few years now, and with good reason. It's easy to ride, it has a lot of grunt, it's intuitive, and it's easy to get up on foil with it. The larger si

How Fast Can You Learn to Foil Drive? Hunter Lukes Has the Answer(Post)

Foil Drive is one of the most amazing tools in the foil surfing world. By adding electric assist, it helps new riders get on foil without the endless paddling or tow-ins traditionally required. For

2023 Duotone Unit V3 Review | Worth the Upgrade?(Post)

Welcome back to MACkiteboarding Wing Wednesdays. I'm Tucker, and today I'm going to bring you a review on one of the most hotly anticipated wings this year, the 2023 Duotone Unit. This is the versi

Where to Kiteboard and Snowkite(Page)

Where to Kiteboard/Snowkite in West Michigan and Beyond!  Odds are you know of at least one place to go kiteboarding or snowkiting. But what if the wind's not cooperating there, or your...

Which Wings Are Best for Riding Waves in 2025? Here's What We Recommend...(Post)

If you've had the chance to foil on a wave, then you know what it's like to float on a cloud. It's an amazing feeling that'll keep pulling you back to the water every chance you get. Those sessions

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

Kiteboarding Jumping Transition - Ride with Blake(Post)

If you can do a transition and jump, then you are ready for this trick! 4 Printable Steps for the Beach Step One: Start Small The smaller you go at first, the easier this trick is. It should feel

Discover Mancora and Negritos | A Kiteboarder's Paradise in Peru!(Post)

Have you ever considered traveling to northern Perú for a kite trip? Up until a couple months ago, I hadn't either. I'm Cole from MACkite, and I'm going to share my experience kiting in Perú and gi