1135 results for 'detail just 2023'

How the F-One Bandit Redefined Freeride Kiteboarding(Post)

Banditry is not just a slogan at F-One—it is a state of mind. From the very beginning, the F-One Bandit was never designed to fit neatly into the established rules of kiteboarding. Instead, it was c

From Boost to Landing | Brazilian Brothers Find the Sweet Spot on the 2025 Rebel SLS(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back with MACkiteboarding to bring you a review of the 2025 Duotone Rebel SLS. The Rebel has been a standout model from Duotone for many years, and they're stoked to walk

How to Give a Piggyback Ride | "Ride With Blake"(Post)

This week we thought it would be fun to teach you something a little unconventional. While it's not your typical trick tip, giving a piggyback ride with your kite can be pretty fun!  This is a great

The Aluula Kites Breakthrough | Who Should Make the Switch?(Post)

Dustin and Pat take a look at some kites made with Aluula. What is it, and is it worth the hype? Is it right for you?What is Aluula?Dustin: Aluula is a step up from your normal kites. It's like th

Harlem Force Review | A High-Performance Kite for Active Riders(Post)

It's been a minute since we've heard from Jake. He's been busy getting some all-important daddy time with his two lovely daughters, but he recently got back on the water with the Harlem Force.

How Do I Find a Leak in My Kite? - Liquid Force Kook Academy(Post)

Is your kite becoming soft after a session? Did you just have to swim in front of all of your buddies? It is possible you have a tiny leak in your kite. The first step of fixing this leak is to iden

Slingshot Wakeboarding Team(Post)

    Shredtown's Tubular. Check out the latest edit from the crew with a guest appearance by team rider Dylan Miller! The boys follow up their ever popular "Pallets" edit with another themed rel

How to Install a Cabrinha Fireball Spreader Bar on an Ion Harness(Post)

Hi, this is Tucker from MACkiteboarding.com and today I’m going to show you how to connect the 2017 Cabrinha Fireball spreader bar to an Ion Vertex harness. This will be the same for any other Ion ha

DUOTONE - The Launch of a New Brand(Post)

Welcome DUOTONE! We know that there has been a tornado of speculation and questions regarding the re-branding of the well known and loved North Kiteboarding brand.  To put it as simply as possible,

Directions to MACkite Board Sports Center(Page)

MACkite Boardsports Center   14324 172 AveGrand Haven, MI 49417616-607-93551-800-622-4655 Our Boardsports Center is all about active, outdoor fun! While we specialize in kiteboarding gear,...

Keahi De Aboitiz at Teahupoo (Cabrinha Kitesurfing)(Post)

Keahi De Aboitiz at Teahupoo (Cabrinha Kitesurfing) Keahi is no stranger to the well-known surf break Teahupoo, with it’s heavy, glassy waves offshore, it’s arguably the most dangerous surf breaks in

10m Roam Aluula Foiling Review(Post)

The Roam is Ocean Rodeos Surf kite and if you kite foil, you know up until brands started developing foil specific kites like the UFO, Surf kites were a popular choice among foil enthusiasts. You mi

2024 North Nova Pro Wing Review (and Vs. Mode Pro?)(Post)

It's Wing Wednesdays, and this week Jeff and Tucker have the North Nova Pro. They had a chance to ride it and have some insights to share on how it feels and how it's different from the Mode Pro a

How to Nail the Front Roll Hand Drag with Precision Kite Control(Post)

MACkite's Dave has been spending some time in Brazil working on one of his favorite transition tricks, the Front Roll Hand Drag. It's a slide type trick that's a play on the Back Roll Hand Dra

Ethics: The F-One x Manera approach to Sustainability(Post)

Sustainability is a word we're starting to hear from more brands lately, and at MACkite, we couldn't be happier about it! We work and play in the environment, so taking good care of it is a priority.

Inside the Brainchild Lab with Ralf Gröesel(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are in Bitola, North Macedonia, a beautiful little town on the border of Greece and North Macedonia, for a very special strike mission. After grabbing a taxi, and noting that

Dominican Republic with Rygo(Post)

To the novice traveler, the world can appear daunting, distant and imposing. Yet with every mile interpolated into your story, it becomes just that. A piece of your story, in a way a piece of you. O

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

3 Mistakes Every New Kitesurfer Makes(Post)

After years of riding, I've made a lot of mistakes along the way. The funny thing about kitesurfing is no one wants to show themselves riding bad or crashing. It occurred to me I can think of hundred

Reedin Kites x Brainchild | A New Era of Kite Performance(Post)

In the world of kiteboarding, innovation and performance are essential to meet the ever-evolving needs of riders. Reedin Kites, known for creating products that enable users to progress with eas

Kiteboarding Video: Hannah Whiteley "The Cape Town Effect"(Post)

The Cape Town Effect - Hannah Whiteley Let's go through the history of kiteboarding. Kiteboarding has been known as far back as the 13th century, but we know much of the current kitesurfing style fro

Custom Painting Your Waydoo Flyer One With Plastidip(Post)

Quick shout out to Jeremy Byrom of eFoil Lake Powell on YouTube for a great video on how he used Plastidip to customize his Waydoo Flyer One!This tip will give you at least worth a 15% increas

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

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

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Hatteras, NC, USA - Destinations EP 06(Post)

  Get a behind the scenes look on our trip to Hatteras with Danny.  WIND BY SEASON Kite season in Hatteras goes from about April to October, but the wind blows year round. The kiter with a

Kiteloops You Need to Know - Ride With Blake(Post)

In season three of Ride with Blake we decided to focus on producing themed playlists. Blake and I took an RV road trip along Michigan's west coast to produce a "Jump with Style" playlist. Our aim wa

​Chasing The Dream(Post)

 Traveling, Kiting, and Working Around The World It sounds too good to be true, an unattainable adventure. Traveling full time, working remotely, and kiteboarding as much as you want?! How is that eve

Kiteloops how to Heli Loop - Ride With Blake(Post)

Today we are going to go over how to do a heli loop. This is a really great addition to any trick because it maximizes the wind window and allows for you to catch yourself on the way down. Heli loop

Ozone Afterburner V1 6.5m Parawing | Tucker's First Impressions(Post)

First Impressions of the Ozone Afterburner V1 Tucker from MACkiteboarding brings a first look at the hot new Ozone Afterburner V1 6.5m parawing. After just one mind-blowing session, he breaks down t

Wing Foiling—How Hard Is It to Learn?(Post)

“Is wing foiling difficult to learn?” That’s the very first question most people ask before deciding whether it’s worth the effort or if they should scrap the idea and just live vicariously through a

F-One Trigger Brainchild V3 with Josh Gillitt(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back and joined by F-One international rider Josh Gillitt. Together, they're diving deep into Josh's relationship with F-One and breaking down the massive performance of t

Ride with Blake | Tips for Water Starting(Post)

So, you've taken a kiteboarding lesson or two and you're ready to try your first water start. That's awesome! Welcome to a new reality, my friend! I have five great tips for you to remember when you'

Review: Naish Inflatable 135L foilboard - S.F. Joe(Post)

Hey there. I bought and finally got to ride my new Naish 135L inflatable this weekend and thought I'd offer a review. POINT ONE: The thing actually works and generally speaking I was impressed...This

​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

Improve Your Surf Foil Skills with Foil Drive | Helpful Tips and Techniques(Post)

Foil Drive is more than just a product; it's a community dedicated to enhancing the surf foil experience with innovative technology. In this masterclass, Paul from Foil Drive shares invaluable t

Airush Ultra Team V5 Kite Review(Post)

The Ultra Team V5 from Airush takes the concept of kite foiling efficiency further, introducing a design change that directly targets airflow, stability, and drive. Jeff spent some time with Will du

How to Convert Your Cabrinha Unify Bar from Low-V to High-V(Post)

Unlock a different feel from the same bar. Here's everything you need to know about the Unify bar's Low-V-to-High-V conversion. What Is the Unify Bar and Why Does the V-System Matter? Cabrinha's Un

3 Essential Tips for Learning to Foil Dock Start(Post)

Tucker and Ryan are here to bring you a quick summary of their top three tips for learning to dock start. Keeping it simple is key when you're first getting into this part of the sport. Find a Prope

Ride with Blake | Mistral Sessions and Updates from Sardinia, Italy(Post)

Blake from MACkite here! My apologies for the lack of updates over the past few months. I've been dealing with some injuries and recovering from a torn ACL meniscus. I've been traveling all over, and