“Is that foam?” “That won’t last very long.” “Six grand for a foam deck? No way.” “It’s probably made of foam to keep it cheap.” These are the regular comments we receive from people when they see
What Are Your Favorite North Sonar Foils for Kite and Wing Foiling?(Post)What are Your Favorite North Sonar Foils for Kite and Wing Foiling?with Matt Aiken from North KiteboardingJake: What is your favorite front wing for winging and kiting?Matt: For kiting I ride this
2023 Slingshot Misfit V11 Carbon Review(Post)This is Dustin and Pat from MACkiteboarding.com here to talk about the brand new Misfit v11 Carbon from Slingshot. Misfit Carbon Characteristics Dustin: It's a stellar board. Super lightweight,
Can You Wake Foil Behind Any Boat? 3 Things You'll Need(Post)For years, there's been a perception in the world of watersports that you need a top-of-the-line, hundred-thousand-dollar wakeboard boat to have a good time out on the water. In reality, you d
Brazilian Brothers Test the 2025 Duotone Evo D/LAB LTD Kite(Post)There's hardly a better testing ground for the Duotone EVO D/LAB LTD than Prea, Brazil with its consistently strong wind. The Brazilian Brothers are based there and have reviewed the big air capabil
Sam Medysky Interview | Airush and the Early Days of Kiteboarding(Post)Pat: This is Pat with MACkiteboarding.com and we're with Sam Medysky today. We're going to catch up and get a little bit of background about him.Sam: How's it going, guys?Pat: All right, Sam. So y
Kite and Wing Repair(Page)Kite & Wing Repair There's nothing more stressful than damaging your kite or wing. Fortunately, most damage is repairable and with the right attention you'll be back out on the water in no time...
Nick Baines Interview - Repping for Reedin and Jumping the Avon Pier(Post)Pat: This is Pat with MACkiteboarding.com here with Nick Baines.Nick: Hey guys. I'm Nick Baines here with Reedin USA in the Outer Banks of North Carolina.Pat: So Nick, how did you end up getting i
Tucker Talks Foils with Slingshot's Tony Logosz(Post)Tucker Talks Foils with Slingshot's Tony Logosz When was Slingshot founded? Slingshot was originally founded in 1999. Started in ‘95 and officially launched in ’99. So going on 18 years-ish. Wow, tha
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
Duotone Select vs Jaime(Post)So you’re looking to pick up your next board. You’ve looked around and heard good things about the Duotone twintips. Supposedly they are lighter, snappier and unique on the water. You went online, d
Flight Aluula VS SLS First Test(Post)The shop asked me to try to compare Duotone's SLS kites and the Aluula kites from Ocean Rodeo. I've decided to do a couple videos on this to share my experience and that of friends who tried it. I wa
F-One Strike V2 vs. Duotone Unit V2 - An Icy Cage Match(Post)Being a cooler than typical winter here in Michigan, I’ve been jonesing for a session far too long. Fresh new goodies were just sitting unused like a pile of visible regrets. After hunting for week
Pick 5 Challenge | Mr. Jeff's Wing Foiling Gear List(Post)Today Mr. Jeff is in the "Pick 5" hotseat with Tucker. Jeff is constantly on the water with a wing and a foil, and his Subaru is a virtual demo room with about 30 pieces of gear to choose from
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Rygo’s Impressions of the 2016 Best Roca on a Frigid Spring Day(Post)Also check out Jake V's take on switching to the new 2016 Roca Rider Weight:179lbs Wind Speed: 16-17mph Board: 144 Cabrinha Custom CBL with RAD Bindings It was a cold 40-degree morning, with the water
Ozone's Flux V1 Wing Dominates Spring Wingding Regatta(Post)Ozone team rider Johnny Heineken recently dominated the Spring Wingding Regatta in San Francisco by winning all 14 races using Ozone's all-new Flux V1 wing. He was joined by fellow Ozone rider Ken A
Skip Reviews the Mystic Stage Wing Waist Harness(Post)Skip recently spent a few days riding the Mystic Stage Wing Harness, and he came back with plenty of insight on how it stacks up against other harnesses from Mystic's line, especially the Carbon X a
Bowen Dwelle on Parawinging and the Future of Foil Sports(Post)Parawinging is still new territory, and half the fun is figuring it out together. Here, Tucker and Bowen trade notes on what works, what doesn't, and what might be next. They cover gear quirks, ridi
Exploring the PPC M1 Wing | Unique Materials and Unmatched Speed(Post)Pacific Performance Company (PPC) has released a fresh new wing, the M1. Tucker and Ryan have had a chance to ride it, and they're pretty excited about it. Here, they chat about what makes it specia
Cabrinha AER vs. Ozone Flux V2 Ultra-X | Which Wing Feels Lighter in Hand?(Post)A lot of the time, price gets overlooked as a factor when comparing products. Although we at MACkite usually bring it up to some degree in our blogs and videos since we talk to real customers every
How to Build Your Parawing Setup | One Wing or a Full Quiver?(Post)Parawinging is really starting to take off, but it's still new territory in the foiling world and there aren't many resources to help you choose the right parawing yet. Tucker and Jeff have had the
Wing Foiling Waves | How to Add Some Style and Flow to Your Game(Post)So you've been wing foiling waves a while now and have had some downwinders, ridden swell, and maybe you've even gotten on some breaking waves. You can connect wave after wave, and it's an amazing f
Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Hood River, Oregon - Destinations Ep03(Post)Wind by Season While Hood River is windy much of the year, the most consistent and comfortable times to ride are spring and summer. The season starts to kick off in May and ends in September. Befo
2020 North Kiteboarding Overview(Post)In 2020, the name North Kiteboarding is coming back. While this is a completely new brand, they have assembled top players from across the industry and created a new lineup. In a time when products ha
2023 North Mode Wing Review(Post)The 2023 North Mode wing is quickly becoming a shop favorite with our wing crew. Check out the VIDEO above or the TRANSCRIPT below to get some solid insight from Tucker, Jeff, and Ryan. 2023 Nort
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
Cabrinha Switchblade at a Glance(Post)This blog is a quick look at the Swithcblade. Hopefully it will help you decide if the 2020 Cabrinha Switchblade is the right kite for you. What kind of kitesurfing kite Cabrinha classifies the Sw
What Are the Differences Between Hard Shell and Soft Shell Harnesses?(Post)Picking a harness might be one of the most important decisions of kiteboarding that many people often overlook. It’s not a cut-and-dry decision, especially with so many different brands, fits, and fe
Slingshot Machine V2 Kite and Machine V2 LW Review(Post)Shop Slingshot Kiteboarding Kites. Hello guys. This is Pat and Dustin from MACkite. Today we will review the Slingshot Machine V2 and the Machine V2 Light Wind. We recently had a session w
Reedin SuperModel HTF | The Ultimate Kite for All Disciplines(Post)Are you an avid kiter looking for a kite that can do it all? Look no further than the Reedin SuperModel HTF, designed by Damien Jordan, co-founder and head of design at Reedin Kiteboarding
F-One Strike V3 Brand Overview(Post)F-One, the renowned French kiteboarding and wing foiling brand, has launched its latest edition of the iconic Strike wing—the Strike V3. This state-of-the-art wing is the ultimate performance wing,
Unboxing the 2024 Cabrinha Mantis Wing | NEW Rigid LE Surf Handle(Post)Jeff and Tucker have just unboxed the new 2024 Cabrinha Mantis. The Mantis has consistently received high marks from the team, and they're excited to see what this year's model brings to the table
Brazilian Brothers Test the F-One Trigger BrainChild in Overpowered Conditions(Post)The Brazilian Brothers, Arthur and Rubens, are back with another review. Up this time is the 2025 F-One Trigger BrainChild, and it turns out that it feels right at home in the windy conditions of Pr
Reedin SuperModel V6 Overview: Lightweight Aerolite Frame Upgrade on a Kite for Anyone(Post)After more than five years on the market, the SuperModel has become the foundation of Reedin's lineup, and for good reason. It's known as a true do-it-all kite that works for nearly every rider. Now
Reedin SuperModel AFT Kite: Designer Notes with Damien Girardin(Post)Straight from the windy beaches of Cape Town, Damien Girardin sat down with the Brazilian Brothers to walk them through the massive updates for this 7th generation kite. If you have been following R
Reedin MasterModel vs. Evo D/Lab vs. Trigger Brainchild(Post)The Brazilian Brothers are back for a special three-way kite comparison. Pro rider Mateus Oliveira has been testing three of the best big air kites on the market: the recently released MasterModel b
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
MACkite Rides: Jake M's Wave Day w/ the 2016 Slingshot Rally(Post)Wave Day w/ the 2016 Slingshot Rally Conditions Water temperature: Low 40s Wind: 20 - 25 knots Gear Used Water wear: NP Mission 5/4 Wetsuit NP Neoprene Hoodie NP Thermal Pants NP Mission Booties Xcel
Kitesurfing Butterslide(Post)The idea behind this video is to work your way into powered, stylish Butter Slides. These are an easy trick, but they do take a little leg strength. That means your first Butters will be low and qui