1227 results for 'foot hooks half straps'

Load Testing Aluula and Dacron Kite and Wing Materials | Reece's Shred Lab(Post)

"And so I'm here at the Ocean Rodeo headquarters where Aluula is being tested, and I am going to be doing some load-testing on some Aluula that I have here, and I'm going to compare it to some

Raley to Blind(Post)

The Raley to Blind is a critical step in your unhooked freestyle journey. It's typically the first fundamental move to be paired with a rotation. In our “Unhooked Fundamentals” playlist, I hammered

Let's Chat: MACkite Foil Showdown(Post)

MACkite Foil Showdown: Who Wins? If 2016 was the year of the foil (according to the ancient kiteboarder zodiac calendar), then 2017 is the year of foil refinement. Hydrofoils are being ridden for more

BETA Foils - My First Freefoil Experience(Post)

Today, I want to share a groundbreaking discovery that will forever change the sport I love. The moment I took flight on a foil, I was captivated. The desire to soar longer and farther consumed me,

Slingshot One-Lock Tips and Tricks(Post)

Slingshot's One-Lock system is an interesting new concept in foil assembly with the goal to eliminate the need for tools as you're headed out to ride. Since there's nothing else like it out on the m

​Mystic Block Vest vs. Majestic(Post)

Hey guys, welcome back. This is Jake with MACkite. Today's At a Glance video is going to be some vest fitment. So when you're buying an impact flotation vest, every manufacturer varies slightly and

GKA World Championship Mykonos, Part 1: Behind the Scenes with the Top Contenders(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers have touched down in beautiful Mykonos, Greece. Known for its massive parties, Mykonos is also home to some epic kitesurfing. This is where the GKA World Championship is comin

The "Walmart Wing" On-Water Test, Here's What Happened - Pt 2(Post)

Tucker and Jeff Buy a Wing On Walmart Marketplace - Part 2 All right, here we are at the beach. This is Jeff at MACkite. It's not the nicest day in the world as it's raining, but it's January 17th

Kiteboarding: Handplant Transition(Post)

Heads up. We do not recommend you try this with solid objects. This is a very advanced trick. Today we are going to go over how to do a handplant transition. This is the first video in our advanced

Fanttik NEX L1 Pro 3.7V Driver | The Ultimate Tool for Easy Hydrofoil Assembly?(Post)

Aaron from MACkite has picked up a tool that he hopes will cut a little time to get his hydrofoil from the car to the water. It's the Fanttik NEX L1 Pro 3.7V cordless driver. Time to unbox it and

Flying the Duotone Stash Parawing | First Impressions and Honest Thoughts(Post)

Parawings are hitting the market at a fast and furious pace, and Tucker's doing his best to get out on every one so he can share the strengths and weaknesses of each. The Stash (not to be confused w

Kiteboards: Carbon Vs Wood - Versus w/Rygo Ep 10(Post)

Part three in our kiteboard comparison series. Wood and fiberglass boards.  These tend to be heavier but more, durable, and damp. What I mean by damp is that they absorb the vibrations from chop muc

Los Amigos de Cabrinha en Colombia!(Post)

Prepping for a Colombian Kite Trip Monday, March 7 Worked a full day… Well, I should probably say that I worked half the day and packed the other half. I was mentally preparing, running all the ch

FLITELab AMPJet | Setup Tips to Get in the Water Faster(Post)

You just unboxed your new FLITELab AMPJet and are ready to head to the beach. Well... you're ready, but is your AMPJet? Not quite. Tucker thought he was, got everything set up at the lake, and then

Waydoo Flyer One Plus eFoil Prop Swap(Post)

Hey guys, this is Pat from MACkiteboarding.com here to talk to you about the new Waydoo Flyer One Plus power unit. A neat feature this year is that it's mostly tool-less now for swapping out props.

MACkite Recommends: Set Sail(Post)

At MACkite, we're grateful to be part of the amazing watersports community. Sometimes we learn about a customer that we think other watersports enthusiasts might be interested in hearing about. Tyler

Slingshot Sentry V2 and Joystick V1 Control Bars, with Fred Hope(Post)

Pat is at King of the Great Lakes with Fred Hope from Slingshot, checking out the new bars for 2024. Fred: Thanks for having me! This year we brought out a whole new bar, and we changed from th

First Look and Review - Cabrinha AV8 Freeride Kiteboarding Kite(Post)

Freeriders, foilers, jumping junkies, take note.... Newly released from Cabrinha for the 2020 season is the new Freeride kite, the AV8.  It is designed for maximum power and efficiency in a user-fr

​Bears, beer, and wind(Post)

One kiter’s pilgrimage to Hood River and what she learned along the way. Kallie and her husband Andrew exploring the hood A few years back, my husband Andrew and I were traveling through Colorado. It

2019 Duotone Dice Review(Post)

2019 Duotone Dice Review  So you’re thinking of crossing over to the Dice? I get it, explosive pop, forgiving slack, powerful loops and a kite that loves side and side off shore waves. After all, if

North Boost | The Next Evolution in Foil Drive Boards(Post)

North has once again redefined the standard of innovation in the world of foiling. The North Boost Foil Drive Board is engineered from the ground up for electric-assisted foiling across flat water,

The Wind Window Explained - Chasing the Dream: Vlog 14(Post)

A kiteboarding television show? Chasing the Dream is one part travel TV show, one part Vlog and one part useful information. New episodes every Thursday! Follow Crystal as she explores the best kite

Duotone Rebel SLS 2023 - What's the Magic Sauce?(Post)

Aaron: Do you want to learn more about the Duotone Rebel SLS? Let's join Ben from Duotone and find out what the magic sauce is. Ben: You know the history of the Rebel: it is one o

Five Ways to Jibe a Parawing(Post)

Tucker and Jeff dive into a parawing tip video focusing on the easiest ways to handle your parawing during a jibe. Once you get up and learn to ride, the first major obstacle is going the other dire

Which Reedin Bar Is Right for Me?(Post)

Dreamstick V2 The Reedin Dreamstick V2 is simplicity supercharged. Everyone here at MACkite gravitates towards this bar for a plethora of reasons. Auto untwist technology for the super loopers,

2026 Cabrinha Mantis Apex Wing Explained | Brendan Healy on Design and Features(Post)

Aaron: Hey guys, I'm Aaron at MACkite. Welcome to the show this morning! We've got Brendan Healey from Cabrinha here, and we're stoked to talk about the new 2026 Cabrinha Mantis Apex wing. Brendan,

The Triton T1 MonoWing(Post)

I'm Tucker, and today we're going to talk to you about the Triton Monofoil. If you haven't seen this foil yet, it's one of the most innovative designs we've seen in quite a while. Totally d

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

Testimonials(Page)

Customer Testimonials Here at MACkite Kiteboarding, we have a customer-oriented attitude, and if these comments we've received from our customers are any indication, that attitude shows in our...

Lift 5 eFoil and the LCS Connection System(Post)

Eli is joined by Corey from Lift to go over the new Lift 5 and the LCS (Lift Connect System) connection. This new system is designed for ease of use and a quick setup so you can get out on the water

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

2023 Slingshot Code V1 Kite - A Second Look With Pat(Post)

Pat talks to Aaron about his latest experiences with the 2023 Slingshot Code V1, a three-strut all-around kite that aims to compete with other kites in this category. The Code V1 is a great boost

2024 North Reach Overview(Post)

What Is the North Reach? Today I have the all-new 2024 North Reach. This is a kite that I was fortunate enough to test at the North dealer meeting in Portugal, and I ended up falling in lov

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

Parawinging: It's Not Just for Waves and Downwinders Anymore(Post)

The Evolution of Parawinging Jeff and Tucker from MACkite dive into a discussion about parawinging, a sport that has taken the wind industry by storm over the last year and a half. Parawinging is fo

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

DESTINATION: Mancora, Peru(Post)

There's a spot down in South America where it's summer every day and the waves break with the consistency of a perfectly timed clock. This is a spot that wave riders and kiteboarders who dream of

2024 Reedin SuperNatural Wing | Effortless Handling and Unexpected Excellence(Post)

Ryan and Jeff from MACkite got out on the 2024 Reedin SuperNatural wing. Jeff has had a couple sessions on the 5m, and Ryan just came in from a half hour session. Ryan is stoked on it already;

​Darkslide by Feel(Post)

This week we're going to cover a popular trick that everyone wants to learn: the Darkslide! We've done a few videos on this, but I wanted to do a concise and to-the-point tutorial focused on doing

How to Choose Your FLITELab FLUX Stabilizer and Fuselage(Post)

Tucker is joined by Adam Bennetts from FLITELab to answer a common question: once you've picked your front wing, discipline, and board, how do you choose the appropriate stabilizer and fuselage in t