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Reedin SnackPack: One Board, Two Rides There's something about standing on the beach, wind in the air, talking gear with your buddies that just feels different. That's exactly where this one s ...
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 Fo ...
Unifoil Adventures | Joshua Ku's Insights into Downwind SUP Foiling(Post)Meet Joshua Ku, a dedicated team rider for Unifoil and a passionate advocate for downwind SUP (stand-up paddleboarding) foiling. Joshua stands out in the world of watersports for his deep lov ...
Following the Wind | An Epic Reedin Kiteboarding Adventure(Post)"UP THE COAST: A Must-See Kitesurf Movie!" Kiteboarding is not just a sport; it's a lifestyle, a passion, and a journey that takes enthusiasts to the most stunning and remote locations in the ...
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 ...
Duotone Evo D/LAB vs. Harlem Thrive(Post)The Brazilian Brothers love big air kites, but they also know that they're not all created equal. They'll all boost you high enough to pull some impressive moves or just enjoy the view from up ...
Foil Drive Masterclass | Tips and Tricks for Surf Foiling(Post)Foil Drive’s latest surf masterclass offers valuable insights and practical tips to enhance your surf foiling experience. Paul from Foil Drive shares his knowledge, focusing on techniques to ...
Ride with Blake | How To Do a Stylish Backroll(Post)The backroll is a staple in your kiteboarding bag of tricks. With a few small adjustments you can really improve your style and make this basic trick your own. Session One: Do a Flat 360 First ...
Tucker's Zip Pod Foil Drive Mount Review(Post)Tucker is stepping out of his comfort zone of talking about wing and kite foil gear to dive into foil assist mode. He has been absolutely stoked about this new product from Zip Pod — testing ...
How to Back Roll Kiteboarding - Ultimate Beginner Guide: Unhooked(Post)Today we're going to break down a heelside back roll. This might be the most popular trick in kiteboarding. This is actually even easier than the raley. This will be your first roll in kiteboarding.
Slingshot Refraction Vs Asylum - Versus w/Rygo(Post)Kiteboards are often treated as an afterthought next to kites but that's a huge mistake. There are a ton of variables in every kiteboard and it makes a huge difference on the water. As far as kiteb ...
2026 Cabrinha Airframe System | How to Remove and Replace the Clips(Post)The 2026 Cabrinha kite lineup rolls out a refreshed airframe system, and one of the most practical things you can know is how to work with the new clips. Whether you're doing a field repair, s ...
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? Cabrinh ...
2024 Reedin Kite Lineup Explained(Post)Reedin has a fairly modest kite lineup with only 3 models, but they're essentially different versions of the same kite, so Dustin and Jake are here to explain what the differences are and ...
2017 North Click Bar Overview(Post)Hey guys this is Jake for MACkite and today I’m going to talk to you about the new 2017 North Click Bar. We’re going to talk about all the cool new features on this bar and figure out if ...
Reedin HyperModel vs. Duotone Evo D/Lab(Post)The Reedin HyperModel and Duotone Evo D/Lab are both freeride kites made with the premium Aluula material, but is one better for you? Pat and Dustin rode both 9m kites on the same day in order to ...
Slingshot One-Lock Tips and Tricks(Post)Slingshot's One-Lock system is an interesting new concept in foil assembly with the goal to eliminate the need for tools as you're headed out to ride. Since there's nothing else like it out on the ...
F-ONE Welcomes Keahi De Aboitiz and Moona Whyte(Post)Who are F-ONE's latest additions to the team? Obviously, they're riders at the top of their game, but they're so much more! Take a moment and get to know Keahi and Moona.Keahi De Aboitiz How ...
Enjoy Your Wing Foil Progression by Keeping Your Ego in Check(Post)The Intermediate Wing Foiler's Syndrome All extreme sports have a risk of this stage, and accidents are almost always a result of human error, not equipment failure. In snow skiing and snowboarding, ...
Wing Foiling Will Make You a Better Person(Post)Welcome to the amazing world of wing foiling. In this article, we’ll try to address some of the basic questions that you may have as you’re getting started. Will it actually make you a b ...
Hannah Whiteley: Essence(Post)Video Details: Professional Kiteboarder from the UK, Hannah Whiteley spent the 2014 winter in Cape Town, South Africa. Here is an insight into what she got up to.. Shot and edited by Andi Jansen ha ...
What's Next at Cabrinha: Pat Goodman on Aluula and Bar Design | Part 2(Post)In Part 1 of our interview with Pat Goodman, Pat compared Cabrinha's kite lineup, breaking down the Drifter, Switchblade, Nitro, and Moto X, and what each design is really built to do on the w ...
Harlem Peak vs Reedin MasterModel | Boost, Loops, and Truth!(Post)Brainchild DNA | Two Very Different Big Air Personalities The Brazilian Brothers are back with another high-level big air showdown—this time comparing two of the most hyped five-strut kites ...
The North Learn-to-Foil Program | Step 2: Tow Foiling(Post)North Foils, in collaboration with North Sails, has designed an innovative program to help beginners master the art of wing foiling. In this session, led by North Foil Pro Instructor Jeremiah ...
Learning to Kiteboard(Post)Memoirs of a Kiteboarder Yesterday morning, I had the chance to take my 2nd ever kiteboarding lesson. As a new member of MACkite’s team, I felt it would be a crime to not at least attempt the a ...
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, m ...
Code Foils Origin Story | Brothers, Friends, and a Shared Obsession(Post)At its core, Code Foils was never about chasing market share, trends, or hype. It was about making equipment the founders genuinely wanted to use themselves—and trusting that if it felt rig ...
Wind Chasers Pt. 3: Brazilian Brothers' Strike Mission to Hermanus(Post)With no wind in Blouberg yet again, the Brazilian Brothers loaded up for another strike mission — this time to Hermanus, where the forecast was calling for rain and 40-knot gusts. As always, ...
How a Harness and Harness Line Makes Parawinging Easier(Post)Parawinging has quickly gained momentum in the wing foiling community, so Tucker has decided to address some questions people are having about using a harness with them. Do I really need a harnes ...
2024 North Code Zero Review(Post)This is Jeff at MACkiteboarding.com, and we've gotten our hands on the brand new 2024 Code Zero V2 from North. I was able to take it out in very light winds on three days now.The New North As ...
2022 North Atmos vs. Astra Kiteboard Review(Post)Hey guys, Kristen here with MACkite, and today I want to cover the North Atmos vs. the Astra board.North Atmos Kiteboard If you've been looking at North boards, you might have hea ...
Cabrinha Drifter VS North Neo - Kite VS Kite: With Rygo Ep 02(Post)The North Neo Vs the Cabrinha Drifter. Both of these kites are kitesurfing kites in the same vein. On paper, they don’t look that much different but once you get on them water it’s clear ...
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 k ...
Can You Wing Foil on an Inland Lake?(Post)Are you looking for a new and exciting way to get on the water? Wing foiling may be the perfect water sport for you. It’s relatively new, but it’s quickly becoming popular among those th ...
Foil Tricks: Foot Drag On Your Hydrofoil - Ticket to Glide Ep 06(Post)The foot drag is an entry level hydrofoil trick that feels amazing and doesn't take too long to learn. If you know how to sit on your foil, you're already halfway there. We recommend you ...
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 ...
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.
Foil Fridays - How to Wing Surf / Foil - First steps and Tips(Post)Chances are, if you clicked on this blog, you are interested in learning to Wing Surf or Wing Foil. SUP, Foil, Surfboard, Snowboard, Skateboard... whatever you decide to put on your feet, Wing Board ...
Hydrofoiling: Learn to Surf Foil - Ticket to Glide Ep 01(Post)The printable steps are at the bottom of this blog So you want to learn to hydrofoil surf? Congratulations! We too have caught the foil bug for all of our board sports. Surf foiling is trul ...
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 l ...