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Appletree Zapple S | The Performance Foil Drive Trench Board(Post)

Ryan and Hunter from MACkite have been logging serious sessions this summer and fall on the Appletree Zapple S, and it’s quickly become one of their standout Foil Drive setups. If you’re looking at

Choosing Your First Kiteboard(Post)

Today we are talking about choosing your first kiteboard. I'm going to go through what I think the best flow is, then I'm going to delve a little bit into the philosophy, and finally we're going to

2020 North Kiteboarding Overview(Post)

In 2020, the name North Kiteboarding is coming back. While this is a completely new brand, they have assembled top players from across the industry and created a new lineup. In a time when products ha

​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

King of the Air 2025: Inside Slingshot’s Wild Ride(Post)

A story of nerves, resilience, progression, and the mindset required to perform on kiteboarding’s biggest stage The Arrival: Energy, Expectations, and the Calm Before the Storm The opening moments o

Light Wind Wing Foiling Part 2: The Best Wings for Light Wind(Post)

Jeff and Tucker dive into the ever-popular question: what wing is best in light wind? Everyone wants to get up and ride, but not everyone lives where it's super windy. Often, the summer months bring

Is the 2023 Duotone Evo or Evo SLS the Best Kite for Every Wind Condition?(Post)

Aaron from MACkite is on the beach at King of the Great Lakes with Ben from Duotone to find out what makes the Evo SLS such a popular kite. Aaron: Why is the Evo SLS Duotone's best-selling kite?

Parawinging: It's Not Just for Waves and Downwinders Anymore(Post)

The Evolution of Parawinging Jeff and Tucker from MACkite dive into a discussion about parawinging, a sport that has taken the wind industry by storm over the last year and a half. Parawinging is fo

Which Complete Wing Foil Package is Right for Me?(Post)

If you're thinking about learning to wing foil, you may be wondering which foil package is right for you. In this blog post, we'll help you understand the key factors to consider when making your dec

Reedin Wing Foil Package Overview: Built to Learn, Designed to Progress(Post)

A Carefully-Crafted Entry Into Wing Foiling If you've been eyeing wing foiling but feel overwhelmed by cost, gear choices, or the learning curve, Reedin has the answer: a complete package designed t

Cabrinha 04: Highlights for 2024(Post)

Not all things are created equally, and neither should they be. We all have different requirements, different points of focus, different needs. For some, they just want to get out there and enjoy mot

Cabrinha Ace Hybrid Review(Post)

What's going on guys? I'm Rygo. Hey guys, and I'm Lucas. And today we're going to do another interview, kind of bro-down video about something from your quiver, the Cabrinha Ace. The new Ace, yea

Perfectly Positioned | F-One’s Concurrently Designed 2024 Wing Line(Post)

A Diverse Approach to Wing Design In 2024, F-One took a groundbreaking approach to its wing range, addressing the varied needs of wing foilers. Recognizing that the best riders have been in the s

Aaron Hadlow Interview: Big Air, Harlem Kites & Kiteboarding Evolution(Post)

From 10-Year-Old Beginner to World Champion Rubens: What's up, guys! It's the Brazilian Brothers with MACkiteboarding, and today we've got a very special guest... none other than Aaron Hadlow. We're

North Dockstarter | Your Shortcut to Quick and Easy Dockstarting(Post)

The North Dockstarter is quite a unique product that we haven't seen before, but now it's an indispensable part of our foil pumping toolkit. It's an inflatable foil launching device that you can

Appletree Surfboards | Performance and Care Tips from Co-Founder Wieger Buurma(Post)

If you're riding an Appletree board, you already know the quality is there. The construction is dialed, the shapes are refined, and the finish is clean. But even the best gear needs a little love to

The 2019 Cabrinha Moto - Sessions W/Rygo Vlog 04(Post)

If you've followed our chanel for a while, you know that I also do a series called Versus. For the last year, I've really put in the work testing gear and focusing on creating the most detailed obje

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

Kiteboarding Knowledge Center(Page)

  Kiteboarding We share our thoughts on anything and everything having to do with this amazing sport. Check out our "Welcome to Kiteboarding" int

Best Wing Foil Upgrades to Level Up Your Riding(Post)

With the massive boom in wing foiling over the last three years, a lot of riders now have a couple of years under their belts riding the exact same gear they learned on. If you've been putting in th

Embracing the Silver Surfer Lifestyle | How Men Over 40 Can Benefit from Wing Foiling(Post)

As men reach their 40s and beyond, they often find themselves searching for new and exciting ways to stay active and connect with their adventurous spirit. One activity that has gained immense popul

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Buen Hombre, DR - Destinations EP 09(Post)

WIND BY SEASON In most of the DR's North Coast, the windy season is strongest from April-September with lighter winter wind from December-February and a rainy season from approximately October-No

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Sherman Island - Destinations EP 15(Post)

You know those kite spots that you hear about over and over from friends that have been and can’t stop raving about it?! In today's edition, we're covering one of those spots. In the Northern Calif

F-One Seven Seas | The All-Around Foil That Earns Its Place in Any Quiver(Post)

The F-One Seven Seas has been quietly doing its thing in the wing foil world for a few years now, and honestly, it doesn't get nearly enough credit. It's not flashy. It's not the foil that gets tagg

Harlem Flow Kite Review | Built for the Waves, Dialed for Everyone(Post)

If you've spent any time chasing surf on a kite, you already know the feeling: that moment when everything clicks—your timing, your positioning, your read of the wave, and you're no longer fighting

F-One Sk8, Eagle, or Seven Seas? | One of These Will Change Your Sessions(Post)

Modern hydrofoil design has reached a point where "one foil does it all" is no longer the move. The best brands are building with intention, and F-One is one of the clearest examples of that shift in

Phil Sobolev Interview - Cabrinha's Product Test Manager(Post)

In this interview, Pat speaks with Phil Sobolev, the Product Test Manager at Cabrinha, who oversees the testing of all the company's products. Phil explains that he works with the design team and

F-One Strike V2 vs. Duotone Unit V2 - An Icy Cage Match(Post)

Being a cooler than typical winter here in Michigan, I’ve been jonesing for a session far too long. Fresh new goodies were just sitting unused like a pile of visible regrets. After hunting for week

2024 Airush Lithium V13 and Lithium Team Review | Advanced Kite Constructions(Post)

We've got a special appearance by Kristen Cooper today, and she's going to give us the scoop on the 2024 Lithium V13 and Lithium Team Series kites. What is the Lithium good at, how is the Team

Pick 5 Challenge | Ryan Shares His Wing Foiling Essentials(Post)

Tucker and Ryan introduce a new series that finds them making some hard decisions on what gear they would ride for the ultimate quiver. The catch? They can only choose five items. Tucker: We

Cabrinha Nitro vs North Orbit | Hangtime, Loops, and Bar Feel(Post)

When it comes to modern big air kiteboarding, few comparisons spark as much interest as the matchup between the North Orbit and the Cabrinha Nitro. Tested in Brazil by the Brazilian Brothers under r

Session Impression: Wing Foil and Parawing in Small Waves(Post)

Jeff and Ryan went out for a session together in Muskegon but had very different experiences. Ryan was on a wing, while Jeff opted for a parawing. He's had a couple hours on parawings, but it's stil

Slingshot One Lock System: Tucker & Jeff's One-Year Review(Post)

Jeff and Tucker dive into a one-year review of the Slingshot One Lock system. Officially, the system has been out for at least a year, but counting pre-production samples, the guys have been riding

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

Wind Chasers Pt. 4: Nick Jacobsen Jumps From Tatajuba's Biggest Dune(Post)

When Nick Jacobsen rolls into Tatajuba, you know things are probably going to get interesting. The 2017 King of the Air champion has built a reputation for pushing the limits both on and off the wat

​Kiteboarding: Onshore Vs Sideshore winds - Versus w/ Rygo Ep13(Post)

Last week, we did a video on Light wind vs Strong wind and how currents and tides come into play. Contrary to what I expected, it seemed to be well received. So as I said, I’m going to elaborate fu

Foilboarding Basics: ​Pumping Your Foil - Ticket to Glide Ep 07(Post)

Learn how to Pump Your Foil There are a lot of new skills to learn with foiling but the most frequently asked about is, “pumping”. Videos online show talented athletes pumping back out to the lineup

Kiteboarding Gear Info(Page)

Gear Info and Maintenance     Getting the right kiteboarding gear and keeping it in good condition is a big part of being a kiteboarder. And it's not just the kite, board and harness-...

Foil Drive Max | Best Foil Sizes for Every Condition(Post)

Riding the Foil Drive Max opens up an entirely different way to approach foiling—especially in a place like the Great Lakes, where conditions can swing wildly from glassy summer days to fast-moving,

2019 Cabrinha FX Review(Post)

The FX, has only been around for a few years, yet in that time, it’s dominated the crossover freestyle category. So much so, Cabrinha has discontinued the Chaos. Making the FX their premier freestyle