1686 results for 'deck just 2023'

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

Compression Bags for Your Kiteboarding and Wing Foiling Gear(Post)

When I first came across kite compression bags, I didn't immediately see the value in them. After several years of using them as my daily driver, I have a whole new respect for how they improve my

Wake Foiling | How to Pump Your Foil(Post)

Pumping is one of the coolest things you can do in wake foil. In this tutorial, Cole breaks down the technique of pumping on a wake foil and what you need to know before you try this trick. Prerequi

Let's Chat: Surf-Fur Original Water Parka w/ Aaron(Post)

MACkite's Aaron on the Surf-Fur Original Water Parka So far, this fall has been exceptionally warm—but we know that will change. Speaking of changing, the good people over at Surf-Fur© have developed

2024 Duotone Unit Wing Review | What's New and Noteworthy?(Post)

Performance The 2024 Duotone Unit Wing retains the essence of its predecessors but with enhanced top-end speed and efficiency. It's versatile, suitable for jumps, waves, and especially for new rider

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 Hood River With Chris Bobryk(Post)

Last time on Sessions, we were in Portugal catching up with Christophe Tack in his home lagoon. It's been a busy summer since then. Blake and I were able to check out the 2020 Cabrinha products in t

Kitesurfing Gets Removed From the Olympics(Post)

In a sad day for kiteboarding the ISAF has voted to take kiteboarding out of the Olympics.  Though this is not great news it really doesn't change our sport very much. Kiteboarding has always been a v

Foil Drive Flow: Hunter Lukes in the Outer Banks(Post)

Hunter Lukes scored some seriously clean waves with the Foil Drive in the Outer Banks this summer. Waist-high, glassy peelers and crystal-clear water made for the kind of session every foiler dreams

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...

​Duotone Dice at a Glance(Post)

This at a glance review is to help you decide if this kite is for you! What kind of kite Freestyle Big Air & Wave Crossover The Dice is a crossover kite for high level kitesurfers in all disciplines

How to Do Fin Grab Board-Offs(Post)

David is staying in a Cometa Home in Egypt and has a new board-off tip for us. Doing a fin grab board-off is not that much harder than doing one from the handle, even though it feels more intimidati

Ride with Blake | 4 Tips to Land a Kite(Post)

Step One: Catch someone’s attention on the beach by tapping your head. Make sure that as you are coming in you have gotten the attention of someone before starting to put your kite down. Make sure th

Big Air Kiteboarding Basics, Episode 3: Full Scorpion to Front Roll Waterstart(Post)

Crashing is an inevitable part of big air, but the good news is that there's a way to get back up in style after you find yourself floating on your belly in that scorpion position. Sure, you

Kiteloop Front Roll: Ride with Blake(Post)

Today we are going to go over how to do a Kiteloop Front Roll. This trick is a fun one. People call it a front roll kiteloop and Ruben Lenten coined this trick as a Boogie loop. I would call a massi

Is the F-One Frigate Worth the Premium Price? Here's the Ride Report(Post)

F-One's Frigate has got to be one of the most eagerly-awaited parawings so far. Even before its official release date, the preorders are almost sold out. How can a wing that no one's ridden be so ho

2019 Cabrinha Contra Review(Post)

While the contra is a dedicated light wind kite, It’s also a versatile all around kite in general. To get some bias out of the way, This has been my go to lightwind kite for 3 years in a row. You’ll

King of the Air 2025: Inside Slingshot’s Wild Ride(Post)

A story of nerves, resilience, progression, and the mindset required to perform on kiteboarding’s biggest stage The Arrival: Energy, Expectations, and the Calm Before the Storm The opening moments o

New to North Kiteboarding's Fleet: 2016 Mono Kite(Post)

2016 North Mono Kiteboarding Kite New for 2016, North Kiteboarding is debuting the Mono, a one strut kite that finds itself in the company of the Airush Lithium One and Liquid Force Solo. Able to be f

Inside Brainchild Production: Ralf Groesel on the Three Pillars(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers recently checked out what Brainchild Production has to offer and what's actually necessary to make kite design ideas come true. Ralf Groesel's main goal was to try to make som

Steve on the 2017 Fireball - Review(Post)

The head honcho himself took the new 2017 Cabrinha Fireball system for a spin the other day and has deigned to pass along his insight. I first flew a Wipika 2-line 5 meter kite back in October of 199

Joe's Thoughts on the Moses 1000 vs. F-One Phantom 1480(Post)

I've had the chance now to test these foils back to back and so I offer my opinions to any interested... Housekeeping: Moses 1000 front wing, standard kite fuse, 420 stab, 72cm carbon mast... Fone 148

Mystic Legacy Helmet | Safety Meets Surf Style(Post)

For decades, wearing a helmet in the surf or on the water carried a certain stigma. It looked awkward, felt bulky, and often interfered with the natural flow of riding waves. But the level of perfor

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

GKA Mykonos Part 6: Round 1 Rolls On(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are on the beach in Mykonos for the 2026 GKA Big Air Kite World Cup, and the conditions are absolutely firing. With massive gusts coming through and sand moving everywhere acr

Kiteboarding RV Trip: Sessions w/Rygo Vlog 5(Post)

Kiteboarding West Michigan & Northern Michigan  I hope you enjoyed this episode of sessions. This Rv trip was an absolute Blast! Blake and I have been talking about doing a “Ride with Blake” Road

Parawing Gear | Boards, Foils, and Wing Sizes That Work Best(Post)

Whether you call them "hand kites" or "parawings", these soft foils are gaining a lot of momentum for their ability to get packed away and let you surf virtually hands-free without the drag of a win

SABfoil Sea Devil Hydrofoil | Stable with the Stab, Sketchy Without?(Post)

The SABfoil Sea Devil is a wing that looks a bit like a B-2 bomber at first glance, which is pretty cool in and of itself. It's not the first monofoil to hit the market, but it's got a twist that ma

How to Travel Like a True Kiteboarder(Post)

Whether you’re learning to kite, ride on vacations, or you’re an experienced kiteboarder… we all have one thing in common: We love to kite. And we all know that there’s a world full of beautiful kite

Big Air Kiteboarding Basics, Episode 1: Learning and Perfecting Your Kiteloop(Post)

David is kicking off a new series focusing on big air. He's not an expert in big air, but rather an experienced kiteboarder who's ready to progress his skills. If you're ready to delve into big

Kiteloop Back Roll - Ride with Blake(Post)

Today we're covering one of the most sought-after tricks in kiteboarding: the backroll kiteloop, also known as the F-16. This doesn’t have to be a scary trick. Actually, most people accidentally do

Kiteboarding Video: ACQUA's Allure(Post)

ACQUA: A Kiteboarding Film Slingshot's teaser for their new kiteboarding film, "ACQUA," will have you questioning everything. Why do you not own a sailboat? When will your professional kiteboarding c

HQ Snowkite 2016 - Lolo Sublet(Post)

As the seasons change, so does your method of kiting. Check out this edit from poiskite, filmed in the French Alps.  If you're not just as stoked for winter as we are at this point, you need to watc

Checking Out the 2022 Duotone Vario Combo Kiteboarding Footstraps(Post)

I've always considered the Duotone Vario Combo Straps to be completely subpar when compared to the award-winning Duotone Entity Ergo Straps. While I am a big fan of the Entity, I recently had a go o

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?

2024 North Navigator Pro Bar | Smooth Swivel, Auto Untwist, and Ergo Grips(Post)

Dustin has been riding the new 2024 North Navigator Pro control bar, and he's super stoked on it. Is a control bar really something to get that excited about? What makes it so special?Auto-Unswivel

North High-V Split Kit | From Low-V to High-V in Minutes!(Post)

Have a low-V (or low-Y) bar that you want to use with a kite that works best with a high-V bar? There's no need for a whole new bar- for just a few bucks and a couple minutes of your time, you can c

F-One Titan 2 Connection | Finally a True One-Piece Feel(Post)

F-One has officially introduced the biggest structural update to its foil system in six years. After a week of riding in La Ventana alongside the F-One crew, customers, and the MACkite team, one thi

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

Hydrofoiling: Outfit Your Boat(Post)

Hydrofoiling is the fastest growing, tow-behind category for boat owners. A common question we get here is "how do I chose the right hydrofoil or hydrofoils for myself, my family and my boat?" We wa