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Which Wings Are Best for Riding Waves in 2025? Here's What We Recommend...(Post)

If you've had the chance to foil on a wave, then you know what it's like to float on a cloud. It's an amazing feeling that'll keep pulling you back to the water every chance you get. Those sessions

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

Discover Mancora and Negritos | A Kiteboarder's Paradise in Peru!(Post)

Have you ever considered traveling to northern Perú for a kite trip? Up until a couple months ago, I hadn't either. I'm Cole from MACkite, and I'm going to share my experience kiting in Perú and gi

Upgrading Your Wing Foil Setup? Start With Your Foil(Post)

You've been winging for six months to a year, maybe even more. By now, you've got your first setup dialed in and logged plenty of water time. Maybe you've added a second or third wing to handle diff

Jacobsen YES Kite | Jumping, Stability, and Value(Post)

Introduction In this review, the Brazilian Brothers share their long-term impressions of the Jacobsen Project YES Kite after months of testing in Brazil. The focus is on the things riders actually c

Kiteboarding Weather Articles(Page)

Weather Articles   Kiteboarders are a wind-hungry lot. If you want to know the wind forecast along the shoreline, don't turn on the local news, ask your local kiteboarder. Here are some...

The North Learn-to-Foil Program | Step 1: Wing Handling Mastery(Post)

In collaboration with North Sails, North Foils has developed a comprehensive four-step program to guide beginners through the exciting journey of wing foiling. Step 1 focuses on learning how to hand

How to Do an Assisted Kiteboarding Launch(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers have put together a quick tutorial on how to launch your kite with an assistant. Their method is not the same as what many kiteboarders do, but they feel it's better and safer

KT Ginxu Step-Bottom and Foil Drive Systems | A Perfect Match?(Post)

The step-bottom feature of the KT Ginxu foilboards is a big help in releasing the surface tension of the water with the board when you're trying to get on foil. You can read Tucker's review of the b

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

2018 North Evo Vs the 2017(Post)

We’ve had a lot of requests for a solid review on the 2018 North Evo and how it compares to the 2017. I can’t say I’m surprised there is very little content beyond the basic brand notes on the 2018

Cabrinha Moto Vs the Drifter(Post)

We’ve had the new Moto for a full year now and we wanted to give you an updated review. This is going to be a shorter video but, unlike the Switchblade, there are some new insights we wanted to share.

Ride with Blake | How To Jump on a Foilboard(Post)

With so many friends coming to visit recently, I haven't been working nearly as much as I should. The last week I've mostly logged a lot of hours at work. That said, I thought I would talk about a re

Post-Ride Care Tips for Your AMPJet(Post)

How to Make Your FLITELab Gear Last Longer After a great session on your AMPJet efoil, a few quick maintenance steps can help your equipment last longer. Whether you're wrapping up a session or prep

Wind Chasers Pt. 1: Brazilian Brothers' First Misty Cliffs Session(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers reported in from Kite Beach in Cape Town, South Africa — the legendary home of Red Bull King of the Air and a yearly stage for some of the biggest big air kiteboarding on the

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

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

Relaunching a strutless kite - Slingshot UFO, Maui Cloud(Post)

Strut-less kites require some special techniques and finesse to re-launch.  This quick walk through experience will help you explore some options for re-launch if you are struggling.  As we have said

How to Hit a Rail Kitesurfing: 50/50(Post)

This is the most basic trick and is derived from skateboarding. It's also the easiest because you can basically ollie or ride up in the same direction you were traveling. Eventually you can take this

2024 F-One Rocket SUP Downwind Pro Meets the NEW Jam Series Pump Foil(Post)

Tucker from MACkite is with Billy of F-One and Manera at the 2023 King of the Great Lakes Test Fest checking out some hot new gear for foiling. What is it? Is it for you?F-One Rocket SUP Downwind

Lake Michigan Foil Drive Tour with MACkiteboarding(Post)

Josh, Ben, and Caitlyn from Foil Drive are flying from Australia to tour the U.S., with their first stop being to see the MACkite crew. It's going to be quite a journey, with layovers in Los Ang

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

Kite School(Page)

The MACshack Kiteboarding School - 1801 Beach St, Muskegon, MI 49441 MACkite has been offering lessons for over 14 seasons and we’re pumped for another season of teaching students the...

​The Best Hydrofoil Wings and Mast for Wingfoiling Part 2(Post)

  Last week, we covered the best boards for wingfoiling. This week, we wanted to touch on everything that goes beneath the board. Mast length Mast length is important for wingfoiling. When first st

Foil Drive | From Box to Board | Ben Jamieson's Setup Guide(Post)

Ben from Foil Drive has a few tips and tricks to keep in mind while you're setting up your kit. This isn't a replacement for the full install guide, or even the quick start guide, but rather some th

​Bears, beer, and wind(Post)

One kiter’s pilgrimage to Hood River and what she learned along the way. Kallie and her husband Andrew exploring the hood A few years back, my husband Andrew and I were traveling through Colorado. It

Why a Wing Board and a Kite Is Awesome for the Lightest Winds(Post)

Welcome back to Wing Wednesdays, or Foil Fridays... whatever we're going to call this one. This is Tucker with MACkite, and today I'm going to talk to you about my new fascination. We're going to m

From Winners to Beginners! | 2024 Slingshot Code NXT V1 Aluula Kite(Post)

Dustin is here to share his thoughts about the new 2024 Slingshot Code NXT, along with... Jeff? As you may know, Jeff used to kite a lot, but now is primarily a wingfoiler. So what's so special a

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'

​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

Cabrinha Fusion X-Series Vs. H-Series Foils | Versatility and Performance(Post)

Cabrinha Fusion X-Series | The All-RounderThe X-Series MkII hydrofoil offers enhanced maneuverability with refined profiles, a moderate aspect ratio, and a redesigned wingtip shape, making it suita

Manta TakeOff Evo Review: Foil Assist & eFoil(Post)

Ryan from MACkite has been riding the Manta TakeOff Evo foil assist for a while now, and he is stoked to share his first impressions. From its massive power output to its travel-friendly battery opt

Foil Drive | From Humble First Sessions to Consistently Catching Waves(Post)

Ryan and Cole recently experienced the Foil Drive for the first time, and they have some thoughts they'd like to share with anyone wondering if a Foil Drive is right for them, and what to know and

Testimonials(Page)

Customer Testimonials Here at MACkite Kiteboarding, we have a customer-oriented attitude, and if these comments we've received from our customers are any indication, that attitude shows in our...

How to Wing Foil Upwind | Techniques for Mastering Upwind Riding(Post)

Introduction Wing foiling has gained immense popularity as an exhilarating watersport activity. However, one of the most challenging aspects of wing foiling is going upwind. In this blog post, we wil

Code Foils 810X | Lively, Playful, and Surf-Ready!(Post)

SHOP Code Foils 810X The long-awaited Code Foils 810X has finally landed, and early impressions from Hobey Moss paint a picture of a wing that may quickly become a core part of every serious foiler’

Josh Gillitt Interview: From Durban to King of the Air(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers sat down with F-One pro rider Josh Gillitt, an international rider who has been pushing the boundaries of big air kiteboarding on the world stage for the past couple of years.

​Hydrofoiling: What to Ask Before You Buy - Foil Friday: EP 19(Post)

Over the last few years we’ve been testing all the hydrofoils extensively- with the kite, behind the boat and in the waves. In that time, most of our staff has progressed from complete beginners to

State of Wing Surfing and Gear(Post)

Wing Surfing is the hottest new thing for SUP and hydrofoilers.  If you are not already familiar, Wing Surfing uses a small inflatable kiteboard kite-looking sail that is handheld similarly to a wi

How to Trim Your Kiteboarding Kite for Big Air & Hangtime(Post)

With the Red Bull King of the Air competition having just wrapped up, we wanted to do a video on big air, specifically on how you can trim your kite to get more air and hangtime! This is an easy tip