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Rygo’s Review of the 2016 Best Roca Freeride/Freestyle Kite(Post)

First Impressions with the 2016 Best Roca Rygo's Riding Conditions & Gear It was a cold 40-degree morning, with the water ranking in at a not so balmy 30 degrees. Not exactly what comes to mind when

​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

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

HQ Snowkite 2016 - Lolo Sublet(Post)

As the seasons change, so does your method of kiting. Check out this edit from poiskite, filmed in the French Alps.  If you're not just as stoked for winter as we are at this point, you need to watc

Crew Thoughts From 2016 MRA On-Hill Snow Demo(Post)

What stood out the most to you this year, overall? Nate: I would say that the outstanding product was quite surprising to me. Nitro came up with a really solid deal - a no-compromise board/binding co

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

Complete Tech Guide to 2026 Duotone Unit Wings(Post)

The Duotone Unit has cemented itself as one of the industry's most popular wings, and for good reason. Now in its sixth generation, the 2026 line shows just how much design needs can change in a new

2024 Duotone Rebel SLS | An On-Water Review with Pat and Dustin(Post)

On-the-water review with the MACkite boys, Pat and Dustin, after their Grand Haven session on the new 2024 Rebel SLS from Duotone Kiteboarding. On-the-Water Impressions Pat: The kite feels like a Re

Big Air Kite Review - Slingshot Code v2 and NXT(Post)

Guest vlogger Jason Montreal is back with another big air kite review. He's going to cover two kites in this edition: the Slingshot Code v2 and the Code NXT. Even though they're both Codes 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

Reedin x Brainchild Collab: Performance and Sustainability(Post)

Reedin has always done things a little differently, so it's no surprise that they've embraced the emerging technologies offered by Brainchild. This exciting collaboration is going to benefit kite

Inside Brainchild Production: Ralf Groesel on the Three Pillars(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers recently checked out what Brainchild Production has to offer and what's actually necessary to make kite design ideas come true. Ralf Groesel's main goal was to try to make som

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

Duotone Kite Model Overlap(Post)

This is Aaron from MACkite with Ben from Duotone. I was asking Ben about some of the overlap within the Duotone kite product line. Aaron: I've been a fan of both the Neo and the Dice because o

Jamie Overbeek’s 42.3m Jump: Tips to Boost Higher(Post)

We are still buzzing after watching what went down in Le Barcarès, France. Jamie Overbeek didn't just win the Lords of Tram competition; he went back out and shattered the height record with a stagg

F-ONE x Duotone = Light Wind Wing Magic(Post)

We love any wing from F-ONE or Duotone, so to see a new light wind wing from Duotone that's based on F-ONE's Compact Wing Concept (CWC) 3-strut design has us beyond stoked.On June 28, 2023, F-ONE and

Four Tips to Prevent Elbow Pain When Kiteboarding(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back to talk about a common issue for many kite surfers: elbow pain. Unfortunately, it's a type of injury that afflicts a lot of riders. While they aren't medical professi

2024 Duotone Slick Wing Review | What's New in This Year's Model?(Post)

The Duotone Slick has been a favorite of many for several years. Pros love it for its speed, but it's also smooth and easy enough to use for a beginner. It works well in a wide range of riding st

How To Adjust Back Lines Using Pigtails on the North Click Bar(Post)

Adjusting Your 2017 North Click Bar Back Lines (Using Pig Tails) Because the back lines of your kite are subjected to less power than the front lines, it can happen that the back lines can shrink more

2023 Duotone Slick Vs. 2022 Slick SLS | Design Changes and Benefits Explored(Post)

Duotone is one of the most popular brands in the wing foil industry, and they have a reputation for producing quality equipment that is well-suited for riders of all skill levels. In this blog p

2024 Duotone Ventis - Now Accepting Pre-Orders(Post)

Preorder Your Ventis Today. Coming at the end of July, we're super excited to get our hands on the new Ventis. As Duotone hasn't had a miss yet, I think it's safe to assume it's going to be

2026 Duotone Float SLS Wing Review w/ Tucker & Jeff(Post)

  Tucker and Jeff are no strangers to pushing the limits and giving their honest feedback, and the 2026 Duotone Float SLS is no exception. If you’ve ridden the previous Float, this version feels like

FLITELab AMPJet Overview with Evan Netsch(Post)

Cole had a chance to meet up with Evan Netsch from FLITELab in LA to check out the new RAW and AMP releases. There's been a lot of curiosity about these, especially the AMP. It's sort of an eFoil, b

Kiteboarding Video: Slingshot RPM and Carlos Mario(Post)

A Fresh Kite for A Fresh Rider What’s the definition of versaility? Slingshot’s newest RPM kite for 2016. And what better way to debut a new generation of Slingshot kites than with a young, Brazilian

Chat with Chris | FLITELab AMPJet FAQs(Post)

At MACkite, we love anything that will help us get up on foil. You've probably seen us gush about Foil Drive's mast-mounted propeller. Now there's an exciting new take on the foil assist concept: th

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

Light Wind Wing Foiling Made Easy | FLITELab AMPJet(Post)

Tucker's been out on one of the most anticipated products of the year, the FLITELab AMPJet. He grabbed the versatile 4'8" AMP S board, which works for prone surf, wing, and downwind, and after a few

GKA Mykonos Part 5: Day 1 of the Competition(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are on the ground for Day 1 of the GKA Big Air Kite World Cup competition in Mykonos, Greece. Walking down to the event site at 8:30 in the morning, the wind is absolutely nuc

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

Ralf Groesel Interview (Part 2): Have We Reached the Peak of Kite Perfomance?(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back for the second part of their interview with Ralf Groesel to pick his brain about kite design. As one of the industry's leading designers, Ralf shares his insights on

Kiteboarding Video: Slingshot #RPMisWHAT:Youri(Post)

Youri Zoon on the 2016 Slingshot RPM The Slingshot RPM has been the powerhouse and championship kite since 2009. Youri Zoon, recent competitor in the IKA World Championships, gave his two cents in th

Axis x Foil Drive Board Collaboration | Unboxing the 5'8" 70L Model(Post)

Axis has collaborated with Foil Drive to produce a custom-designed board to work perfectly with the Foil Drive. It's been eagerly anticipated, and MACkite just got some in. It comes in 50, 60 and 70

Best Foil Assist for Winging, Prone, and Downwind | Foil Drive or FLITELab?(Post)

With the release of the FLITELab AMP, you might be wondering how it compares to Foil Drive and whether one is better for you. Cole has experience with both and is ready to share his insights into wh

FLITELab AMP Jet | A Quick Glance(Post)

Foil assist can be a real game-changer for your sessions. You'll catch more waves, have less fatiguing downwinders, and wing on lighter days. There are some great options out there, but they all mou

2024 Naish Pivot NVision Review(Post)

The 2024 Naish Pivot NVsion is here. What's special about this version of the Pivot? Pat and Dustin got some water time with it and are ready to share some insights. Dustin: We got

Kai Lenny’s Honest Take on the FLITElab AMP Jet Board(Post)

Intuitive Power, Seamless Foiling, and a Glimpse Into the Future When Kai Lenny steps onto a new piece of foiling equipment for the first time, the feedback matters. As one of the most influential w

Kiteboarding Video: Cabrinha / "A Year to Remember"(Post)

Cabrinha Kiteboarding: A Year to Remember We're saying, "goodbye," to 2015 in style. Well, Cabrinha is (no surprise there). No matter the limits, Cabrinha has shown that 2015 was the year of innovati

Kitesurf Control Bar Review | North Navigator Pro / Duotone Trust / Core Sensor 3 Pro(Post)

Jason is an excellent reviewer of kiteboarding gear, limited only by what he's able to get his hands on in New Zealand. He and MACkite have teamed up to get more gear in his hands, so hopefull

How To: Adjust the Sliding Stopper on the 2017 North Click Bar(Post)

Adjusting Your Stopper on the 2017 Click Bar The Sliding Bar Stopper keeps your bar in place and close to you, so that you can always be in control. The new North Click Bar comes equipped with a stopp

How to Connect & Customize Your FLITELab App(Post)

Before you hit the water, it pays to set your AMPJet up for success. This guide helps you connect your Launchpad and cartridge. It also shows you how to run important software updates. You will use