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Getting an Online Wing Foil Lesson - Vlog #2(Post)

Yo, what's up guys? Rygo here. So, Round Two. It's a bit more brisk today. Wind's a little bit up and down, kind of on the lighter side, but there is some wind so I want to see if I can get up on th

Interview With Derek Sproul From Naish Kiteboarding(Post)

Pat: I'm Pat with MACkiteboarding, and I'm talking with Derek from Naish. Derek: What's up, guys? Pat: So Derek, you've been with Naish now for 10 years? Derek: Yeah, I came on board in Febru

Reedin SnackPack | Why Kiters Are Calling it the Funnest Board in Years!(Post)

At the 2025 King of the Great Lakes event on Lake Michigan, the MACkiteboarding crew got an early look at one of the most interesting new concepts to hit kiteboarding in a while—the Reedin SnackPack

Hydrofoiling: ​The best “Do it all” foils - Foil Fridays: EP 18(Post)

The best “do it all” foils Hydrofoils have effectively entered most action watersports these days. If you, like most of us at the shop happen to partake in multiple watersports, choosing the righ

Get Ready To Ride! Learn The Essential Steps For a Smooth Kiteboarding Water Start(Post)

This blog post provides an in-depth look at the five key steps necessary to learn how to water start when kiteboarding or kitesurfing. The first step is to get comfortable with the kite, learning ho

How to Choose Your First Kiteboarding Kite Size (With Chart)(Post)

This is going to be another quick, information-packed blog. I wanted to cover a question we get almost daily: How do I pick the right size kite? This video is aimed at new riders, but I will address

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Tarifa Spain - Destinations EP 05(Post)

Kiteboarding Spot Guide Is there anything quite like the feeling of cresting a hill and catching a glimpse of kites in the air as you approach a kite spot for the first time? That first thought, “It

Blank Kite Test (Big Air) Season 2 | Ep. 1-3(Post)

Kiteboarding enthusiasts, get ready for an exciting new series of the Blank Kite Test! Season 2 BIG AIRWhat's the Blank Kite Test? Series 2 of the Blank Kite Test features Ruben Lenten, Giel Vlug

Foil Drive V3 Remote Explained | Features, Modes and Menus(Post)

Foil Drive’s V3 Controller is a true from-scratch redesign that aims to make riding more straightforward, safer, and more data-rich. In Paul’s deep dive, he walks through the new hardware, the updat

What to Expect from Your Kiteboard Lesson(Page)

Knowledge & skills. Since becoming a PASA certified school in 2000, we have taught thousands of students to kiteboard. During that time we have learned many things and answered thousands of...

2026 Cabrinha Mantis Apex Wing Ride Review(Post)

Dead center along Michigan's west coast you'll see two little bumps sticking out into the lake. They're great places to go when the wind isn't cooperating anywhere else, and Tucker got a nice sessio

RyGo's Kiteboarding Specific Workout(Post)

Hey, what's up guys? Rygo here from MACkite. Over the years we've done a few videos on fitness and we had some requests for a kiteboarding-specific workout routine, so I thought I would share my

How to Cross-Train at the cable park: Ep 1(Post)

Cable parks have been around since 1959. Since their inception in Germany. They have been popping up all over the world. In fact, there's a good chance you’re just a short drive from one yourself. T

Kiteboarding Control Bar Size & tuning your kite(Post)

Kiteboarding Control Bars The first step in tuning your kite is choosing the right size control bar. The standard pairing is 43 - 47 cm bars for 05 - 10m kites 50 - 55 cm bars for 11 - 13m kites 58 -

2023 Ozone Flux V1 Wing Review(Post)

Jeff and Tucker are excited to introduce Ozone's Flux V1, a brand new wing in the lineup. They've had some time on it in the water and are ready to share their first impressions. A New High-Performa

​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

2019 Cabrinha Switchblade Review(Post)

Today, we’re going to review the 2019 cabrinha Switchblade. 2019 marks the 15th Year of Cabrinha's flagship kite. This is the kite we use to judge all others. Why? Aside from the fact that is one t

North Mode Ultra Wing Review | Innovative Design and Cutting-Edge Materials(Post)

In today's episode of Wing Wednesdays, Tucker has the all-new 2024 North Mode Ultra. You're probably familiar with the Mode, North's speedy race wing, as well as the Mode Pro that was introduced

Tips for Learning How to Parawing(Post)

Parawing has officially hit the market, offering an exciting new way to engage with your foil and the wind. A lot of wingers are seeing these parawings and deciding they want to give it a try. Jeff

Code Kanga Foils Review: Purpose-Built for Pumping(Post)

Tucker is taking a look at the new Code Kanga foils. As the name indicates, these are for hopping around, dock starting, and anytime you're riding at super slow speeds and want that extra efficiency

Kiteboarding: Summer Vs Winter - Versus w/Rygo Ep 15(Post)

A lot of you probably don’t know this but in Michigan, during the winter our beaches get a decent amount of shelf ice along the coast. This weekend, we had a bit of a thaw, some sunshine and some de

Destinations: Thailand | Kiteflip Kite and Wing Foil Center(Post)

Today we hear from guest blogger Philip Simons, owner of Kiteflip in Thailand. If you're looking for a unique kite or wing getaway on an island in paradise, this might just be the ticket.Introductio

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

​How will my kite work for foilboarding?(Post)

Foilboarding is the newest and fastest growing aspect of kiteboarding, without question. The rapid advance of riding styles and equipment is a hard thing to keep pace with. As a result, we get a lot

Cabrinha’s Dave Hastilow Shares What He's Stoked About for 2023(Post)

Aaron: Well Dave, thank you for taking the time. Tell us about yourself and your role with Cabrinha. Give us a brief introduction. Dave: I'm Dave Hastilow, brand manager at Cabrinha. I've been

F-One Strike V3 - Tucker's On-Water Review(Post)

F-One Strike V3 - On-Water Review Welcome back to MACkiteboarding Wing Wednesdays. Today we are going to talk about the F-One Strike Version Three. This is a review; you may have seen the ov

What You Need to Be a Kiteboarder - Ride With Blake Special Edit(Post)

Heads up, this is a special edition. If you've been following our bi-weekly "How to Jump with Style" videos, stay tuned. We’ll be back on our regular schedule with these next week. So you want to be

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Punta Salinas, DR - Destinations EP 07(Post)

WIND BY SEASON WIND BY SEASON Kite season in the Dominican Republic is typically from December to September, with conditions typically being stronger in spring and summer and a heavy rainy seaso

2019 Duotone Rebel Review(Post)

The Rebel is a kiteboarding kite that’s been around forever, pretty much has a cult following and last year was completely redesigned. Purist lost their minds, new riders loved it and everyone else

Kiteboarding w/Colleen Carroll and Sensi Graves - Sessions w/Rygo(Post)

Last time on Sessions, we were exploring Taiba, a small fishing village in the northeast of Brazil. We caught up with a couple riders to chat about gear. First we linked up with Lucas Arsenault from

Duotone Vegas vs Dice(Post)

The goal of this video is to help you decide if the Vegas is right for you. I’ve done videos on C-kites in the past and when checking the forums, a lot of people got the impression that I am complet

Foil Drive Gen 2 | Tips and Tricks for Setting Up and Riding(Post)

Tucker and Ryan share some tips that they wish they'd known when they first started foil driving so you can get on the water faster without accidentally causing any damage to your new Foil Drive uni

Kitefoiling: Best 2019 Hydrofoils for You(Post)

Best 2019 Hydrofoils For You  With the explosion of hydrofoil sports and new designs for 2019, even experienced riders are left with some questions. In this blog, we’ll go in-depth covering the differ

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

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Cumbuco Brazil - Destinations EP 18(Post)

The warm water, sandy beaches, and steady winds of Brazil have been attracting kiteboarders for years. With hundreds of miles of beach and so many kite spots to choose from, it's hard to know whe

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,

Wing Foil Fridays: Ozone Wasp vs. F-One Swing(Post)

Wing foiling has officially taken off. This new and exciting sport is really resonating with riders from SUP, surf, kite, wake, wind, and more. Right now knowledge is limited or skewed and choosing th

Freeride vs Crossover Kiteboarding Kites: Versus w/Rygo Ep 18(Post)

Kiteboarding has come a long way since the early days. What was once an extreme sport is now only as intense as you’d like it to be. Whether you want to experience the freedom of sailing and explori

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

Big Air Kite Test - Harlem Force / North Orbit Pro / Duotone Evo D/Lab / Cabrinha Nitro v2(Post)

Today's big air kite review from Jason focuses on the Harlem Force, comparing it to the North Orbit Pro, Duotone Evo D/LAB, and Cabrinha Nitro v2. As always, he'll highlight his favorite aspects