1093 results for 'decal just 2016'

Wing Surfing Basics Learning your Wing(Post)

Wing foiling is a new water sport that is drawing in countless windsurfers, kiters, and foilers looking for something different. There are plenty of videos on social media of people doing incredible

Brazilian Brothers Interview With Reedin's Lead Designer, Damien Girardin(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers met up with kite designer legend, Damien Girardin, at the Kite Beach in Blouberg, South Africa. Here, the Brazilian Brothers pick Damien's brain about his background and years

General Hydrofoil Categories Explained(Post)

If you hop onto our website and look at the listings of available foils, you might be pretty quickly overwhelmed. Just like the rest of us, you're probably wondering which foil combo would be great

Testing the 2018 North Evo with Danny Barnette(Post)

Sessions Blog - Testing the 2018 North Evo For the  2018 North Evo, I really had to put in the work to get my review right. In most of my previous videos, I'd already had years of experience testing

How the Omen SuperMarine 120L Turns Junky Days into Fun Sessions!(Post)

Late this past winter, Tucker got a special delivery in. It was the SuperMarine foilboard, a board he'd designed with Omen to meet the needs of riders who wanted a board like the Flux but needed som

How to Fly with Your Foil Drive Setup(Post)

Ryan and Hunter have spent a lot of time on the Foil Drive, and they absolutely love it. After traveling and flying with it recently, they noticed there isn't a lot of great information out there on

2024 Reedin Supermodel HTF V2 Review | The Perfect "Desert Island" Kite?(Post)

Dustin from MACkite got a chance to get out on the 2024 Reedin Supermodel HTF V2. It's had some tweaks and upgrades, but do they make a difference?What Is the Supermodel? The Supermodel is Reed

RyGoals for 2015: An Experimental Time in One Shop Rider's Life(Post)

Often times it's very easy to get set in your ways. You have a favorite restaurant, maybe a favorite musical genre. If you're really bad like me, you even have a favorite parking spot at all of your

Slingshot Raptor Vs Rally GT(Post)

Slingshot went back to the drawing board for 2020 and has brought us two brand-new kites - the Rally GT and the Raptor. Many are wondering - who are these kites for, and what is the difference? We'v

Code Foils 810X | The Perfect Fusion of Surf and Foil(Post)

The long-awaited X Series from Code Foils has arrived, and the 810X is already making waves. Designed as the first release in this new lineup, the 810X isn’t just another addition to the Code range—i

Foil Drive's New Props Explained(Post)

For a long time, the black prop was just the prop. It came in the kit, it worked, and you rode it. Now, Foil Drive has dropped two new options —a blue low-range prop and a grey medium-high-range pro

What Foil Works Best in Waves and Swells? | High-Aspect vs. Mid-Aspect(Post)

The MACkite Foil Crew sat down to talk about which foils they like best for waves and swells. As you can guess, there isn't one right answer to this question. In addition to personal preference, it

2017 Cabrinha Fireball Connection Overview With Pete Cabrinha(Post)

Hi, I’m Pete Cabrinha, and I am proud to introduce you to the next generation of control system connection, the Fireball. Fireball is a sleek new approach to one of the most important points in kite

Can I Mix Kiteboarding / Kitesurfing Control Bars(Post)

I wanted to cover a topic that comes up all the time. Can, or should, you mix control bars? The short answer is yes. The long answer is... maybe. The last few years, I've used a ton of different bra

Let's Chat: Choosing A Surf Hydrofoil(Post)

Surf Hydrofoil Choices Choosing a Surf Hydrofoil Choosing a surfboard foil can be a difficult decision. Luckily, we have the gear and knowledge to help anyone choose the gear that will expedite their

Hydrofoiling: 2020 Slingshot's new wings(Post)

Heads up, this blog will be updated this week. We aim to keep these more extensive. Tuckers trying to catch up at the shop here.  This will be the second part of this discussion. Last year we looke

​Ride Engine Defender Vest Review(Post)

Hey guys, welcome back. This is Jake with At a Glance. Today we're going to be talking about the Ride Engine HF impact vest. This is the Defender vest from Ride Engine and it's meant for foil use

Drying and Packing Your Wing After a Session | Why It's Important(Post)

Why Dry Your Wing? It's a best practice to always dry your wing before packing it away. With the thrill of winging sports, it's common to come off the water with a wet wing. Sometimes due to a hurri

Ocean Rodeo Roam Aluula Review(Post)

The Roam has been a favorite in the Ocean Rodeo lineup for several years. This great surf/freeride kite comes in an all-new construction called Aluula. This new material takes this solid kite to

Duotone Ventis D/LAB 2025 Overview(Post)

If you ride in an area with multiple light wind days and need a wing that'll let you get out and have a great session on those marginal days, the 2025 Duotone Ventis D/LAB is worth a look. Why is i

Ride Engine Empax V2 Impact Vest Review(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers have been putting the Ride Engine Empax V2 Impact Vest through months of riding, and their verdict is in: they simply don't hit the water without it anymore. It checks every b

Cabrinha Moto Apex First Impressions(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back in Brazil with MACkiteboarding, and the Brazil season keeps on delivering. They're testing the brand new Moto Apex by Cabrinha, a kite that's generated a lot of excit

Blakes Travels C2SKY Kite Center(Post)

MACKite Location Review on C2SKY kite Center 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The location:  Location: Mũi Ne,Southern Vietnam, South China Sea. Nearest airport:  Saigon (Ho Chi Min City) 4-6 hour bus ride.  Season: Nov

Kiteboards: Small Vs Large - Versus w/Rygo Ep 08(Post)

The last few weeks, I’ve been experimenting with topics deviating away from kite comparisons but I haven't forgotten that they are they bread and butter of our Versus series. It’s been quite busy a

How to Jump Higher With the J-Hook and Lazy-S Kiteboarding Techniques(Post)

Make Your Kiteboarding Jumps Even Higher With the J-Hook TechniqueI've been coaching some friends on how to boost higher while kiteboarding. Most people use a J-Hook (carving upwind to load the rail

Foil Drive MAX Battery Guide - Which One Do I Need?(Post)

If you're just getting into Foil Drive, the options can feel a little overwhelming. What's the difference between Gen 1 and Gen 2? Should I get the Max or the Slim? Do I need 3 props on my motor or

Board-Off Breakthrough | Land Drills for Kiteboarding Tricks That Stick(Post)

You've got jumping down pat and can even style it out with a tail grab in your sleep. Then you mastered one-footers. Ready for your first board-off? Yep, completely bare-footed while you wave your b

Why Wing Foil Mast Position Matters More Than You Think(Post)

When it comes to wing foiling, few adjustments make as big a difference as your wing foil mast position. It might seem like a small detail—just sliding the foil a few millimeters forward or back in

Ironman Athlete Learns to Wing Foil | Here's What He'd Do Differently(Post)

MACkite has a new addition to the crew and the winging team, but Skip is no stranger to wind sports or even the shop. Follow along as Jeff and Ryan ask Skip about his journey on the water and how it

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

How to Do an Unhooked Raley(Post)

The Raley Level: Basics Difficulty: 2 of 10 Today we’re going to break down the raley. This is usually the first trick aspiring freestyle or wakestyle riders learn. It’s a must if you hope to progress

Axis Spitfire Vs ART | The Foil Wing Comparison You'll Want to See(Post)

Ryan and Cole have been fielding a lot of questions about how the Axis ART and Spitfire front foil wings compare. Here, they take time out to discuss where each excels and what sets them apart.P

The "New Foil Guy"—Session 3(Post)

The “New Foil Guy” 3rd Session / June 20th, 2017 It’s been a month since I’ve gone foiling—my bad. We’ve had an unseasonably windy spring, with much more time in the surf than usual. I make no apologi

kiteboarding: How to Butterslide "Ride with Blake"(Post)

The Butter Slide is hands down the easiest trick I’ll ever teach you. Just remember to come into this with good seed and power. The rest will sort its self out.  Once you learn the butter slide, try

Chris Bobryk's Kites(Post)

Chris rides for Eleveight Kites, so naturally his kite choices will come from their lineup. That said, they have a few models to choose from, so we'll break down his kite choices and when he uses th

Duotone Wing Academy | Mastering the Heel to Toe Jibe(Post)

Music is often likened to dance - the rhythm, the flow, the harmonious connection between elements. In the world of wing surfing, one such dance is the heel-to-toe Jibe. This basic maneuver is the fir

Wake Foiling | How to Handle Your Foil In and Out of the Water(Post)

Wake foiling has gained substantial popularity in the world of towed water sports. Whether you're a seasoned surfer or just a beginner, it's essential to understand how to properly handle your hydro

Wake Foiling | Building Speed on the Wake vs. in Flat Water(Post)

What are some of the key differences that you'll need to keep in mind when you're trying to gain speed on your foil behind a boat vs. in flat water? Understanding these will help your technique in eac

Appletree Tech Talk | When Is the Right Time to Downsize Your Wing Foil Gear?(Post)

When is the right time to size down your wing foil board or hydrofoil? This decision can significantly impact your performance and enjoyment on the water. Whether you're dealing with big waves or se

Foil Drive Prop Comparison | 2-Blade vs. 3-Blade | Which is Better?(Post)

Foil Drive systems come standard with a 2-blade propeller, and it works great. However, they also offer a 3-blade prop as an upgrade. How is its performance different from the stock propeller, and