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Outside of just selling gear, we also ride it! Well, the vast majority of it... and then we shoot a video or write about it.Interested in a particular topic? Try any of the links below to start...

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

Reedin Wing Foil Package Overview: Built to Learn, Designed to Progress(Post)

A Carefully-Crafted Entry Into Wing Foiling If you've been eyeing wing foiling but feel overwhelmed by cost, gear choices, or the learning curve, Reedin has the answer: a complete package designed t

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

Latest Lightweight Kite and Wing Canopy Materials(Post)

This is Pat and Aaron with MACkiteboarding.com talking today about some kite and wing materials. We've got five different materials that have become the industry standard, and a bunch of different

Light Wind Kiteboarding | Should You Choose a 15m or 17m Kite?(Post)

Welcome back! This is Jake from MACkiteboarding, and today we are going to talk about whether you should go with a 15 or a 17m for your light wind kite. Don't get too hung up on the numbers; essent

2023 Wing Foilboard Awards | See Which Boards Topped Our List(Post)

Tucker and Jeff have ridden a lot of wing foilboards throughout the year, and they're ready to announce their top picks in several categories for 2023. 1. 2023 Best All-Rounder We weren't able to ag

The Dockstarter from North: Pumping Up Your Flatwater Foil Fun(Post)

Dockstarting can be a fun challenge with your foil. Just ask Pat! (Link warning: Goofiness inside.) If you love to pump on flat water, it's almost a required skill. But you do need enough dock length

10 Reasons Why Cabrinha Fireball Is a Game Changer(Post)

Better Control & PerformanceUpon connection, the Fireball will immediately consume you and take you into the new reality of the ball and socket connection. Focusing directly to your core, the Fireba

Jeff & Nate's Review of the North Downwind 900(Post)

Jeff is joined by Nate, a North ambassador and the "Tri-Cities semi-pro", to do a breakdown of a new foil in the North lineup. Nate has spent the last couple of years riding the SF 830 in almost all

CWS Foil Drive V2 Hardware Review & Setup Guide(Post)

Ryan chats about the CWS Foil Drive V2 hardware from Custom Blue Foil Solutions, designed to make assembling a Foil Drive setup easier. This hardware is especially if you don't have an integrated ma

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

Mystic Majestic Wing Harness Review(Post)

In this video, Jeff breaks down one of his go-to harnesses for winging: the Mystic Majestic Wing Harness. It's not only one of his personal favorites, but also a shop favorite for good reason. When

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

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

3 Intermediate Wing Foil Skills To Learn Next(Post)

Tucker and Jeff are breaking down the skills you should focus on after you learn the basics of getting up on foil. You've finally moved past taxiing around on the board, almost getting up and ejecti

Wing Foiling | Why Are People Drawn to It?(Post)

What's the appeal of wing? There seems to be a lot of interest, and Tucker, Ryan, and Jeff explore why people feel drawn to it. Tucker: It's growing so fast, and I think part of the reason is becaus

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

Starboard Ace Air Inflatable Wing Foilboard Review(Post)

It's Wing Wednesday, and today Tucker's got an inflatable foilboard, the 2024 Starboard Ace Air. It's got some cool things going on that make it stand out in the inflatable foilboard crowd, and w

Joe's Moses 637 420 Review Experience(Post)

I know I know, this foil has already been out 2 years. So! I've owned this foil for nearly a year, and finally got up the nerve this weekend to try it to get over my night terrors of it. It's been bug

How Much Does Kiteboarding Cost?(Post)

People tend to fall into one of two different groups when it comes to kiteboarding. Those in the first group are usually interested, and excited to watch kiteboarders on the water jumping and having

What's New with F-One Foils? Eagle X and Seven Seas Updates Explained(Post)

F-One has released some exciting new options and refinements in their foil lineup. Tucker, Ryan, and Jeff take a look at what's new for those in the F-One ecosystem in this overview, with more com

Living on the Outer Banks | A Unique and Delicate Coastal Life(Post)

The Outer Banks of North Carolina is a thin strip of sand stretching out into the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. Living in such a unique environment brings a lifestyle deeply connected to the sea and

Why Appletree’s NFC Tag Matters for Board Security(Post)

Appletree Surfboards continues to lead the way in premium board technology, and one of their most overlooked yet powerful features is the NFC tag embedded directly into every board. Located at the l

Following the Wind | An Epic Reedin Kiteboarding Adventure(Post)

"UP THE COAST: A Must-See Kitesurf Movie!" Kiteboarding is not just a sport; it's a lifestyle, a passion, and a journey that takes enthusiasts to the most stunning and remote locations in the wor

Best Boots in Kiteboarding(Post)

Once in a while, I come across some gear that its difficult to deliver a neutral review on. I've been using these boots for the past year and I'm hooked. In this video I will explain why these are my

Cedrus Carbon Evolution Masts | Surf vs. Wind(Post)

If you've heard of Foil Cedrus masts, or "Project Cedrus" as they used to be known, but haven't ridden one yet, you may wonder if it's all hype. Why buy a 3rd party mast rather than the one that was

Slingshot One-Lock System Overview - Gimmick or High Performance?(Post)

You've probably heard about Slingshot's toolless One-Lock System by now. You get to the beach, you put your front and back wing sections into the mast, lock it in, and off you go. That sounds amazin

Kiteboarding Video: How to Front Roll w/ North Kiteboarding(Post)

Front Roll How-To: North Kiteboarding Academy The front roll is going to be your go-to, a base for more advanced tricks. On it's own, the front roll is fun and you can make it as varied as you'd like

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

Hey, what's up guys? I'm Rygo and I'm in Hatteras with Lucas, and we're back for Part Three of our "Fundamentals: Progressive Jump with Style" playlist. That's a mouthful, but the whole idea is t

Ralf Groesel on Kite Bars, Line Setups, and Bar Maintenance(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers sat down with kite designer legend and Brainchild founder, Ralf Groesel. In this highly specific breakdown, they ask Ralf some of the most important questions about kiteboardi

Let's Chat: Jake V Reviews 2016 Best Roca(Post)

So I have been asked by several of our staff, “Why the Roca?” Well, it is basically quite simple. I have flown the Best TS 17 almost exclusively for the past 3 years and while I liked, more like love

Choosing Your First Kiteboard(Post)

Today we are talking about choosing your first kiteboard. I'm going to go through what I think the best flow is, then I'm going to delve a little bit into the philosophy, and finally we're going to

Ozone Afterburner V1 Review: The Fastest Parawing Yet?(Post)

The Rapid Evolution of Parawing Tech Jeff and Tucker dive into the brand new Ozone Afterburner V1. The name itself gets people thinking, and it suits the wing perfectly. The parawing industry is gro

F-One Frigate V2 Parawing Review(Post)

Tucker brings a fresh review on the highly anticipated F-One Frigate V2 parawing after putting it through its paces for about a month. This isn't just a version one Frigate with a new bar or some di

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