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This trick is really awesome, it’s tons of fun, it keeps you blasting upwind without losing any ground, and it’s also going to lay the groundwork for some more advanced tricks such a ...
How to Work Remotely and Kiteboard in Brazil's Top Spots(Post)You may have seen some trick tips from North and MACkite Ambassador David Fischer and wondered how he gets to spend so much time at these exotic locations. Perhaps you've even thought about vis ...
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 o ...
Cabrinha Moto X Design Works Review | The Aluula Kite of Your Dreams?(Post)Jake and Dustin had a chance to get out on a pre-release 2025 Moto X Design Works kite from Cabrinha, and it left them stoked. "Design Works" is the name Cabrinha has chosen for their premi ...
Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Jericoacoara - Destinations Ep12(Post)Welcome to Destinations your one stop kiteboarding video travel guide. If you have any questions when planning your trip, don't hesitate to reach out. On Brazil’s endless coast, there are ...
Ocean Rodeo Rise 10m Review(Post)What's up, guys? Rygo here from MACkite. We just got into Hatteras. We spent the whole winter testing gear down in Florida, hanging out in central Florida, riding in the Keys, and now we'r ...
The Surface Pass Kiteboarding(Post)Today we're going to break down one of the most important yet underutilized fundamental moves, the Surface Pass. It's not so much a trick in itself, but a drill to help you progress into spins. Y ...
Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Mauritius Le Morne - Destinations Ep15(Post)Your one stop kiteboarding video travel guide. WIND BY SEASON The best wind in Le Morne is from May-October, which is winter in Mauritius. You'll be riding in comfortable, warm water ...
Light Wind Kiteboarding Magic? The Reedin WhisperModel Might Be the Answer(Post)Jeff from MACkite had a chance to meet up with Kevin Langeree of Reedin in Cape Town, South Africa. Aside from the beautiful weather and scenery, Jeff was there to get an early look at the Whispe ...
Why I Chose the Foil Drive Gen 2 Assist Max for Prone Foiling(Post)Since Foil Drive is an accessory that can be fitted to virtually any foil setup, the options are nearly endless. If you're already a foiler and love your setup, adding a Foil Drive to that is a no- ...
30 Days From Clueless Observer to Confident Beginner Kiteboarder(Post)Getting InspiredGetting Hooked On KiteboardingWhether you hit the beach one day and saw some crazy kiteboarders flying in the air on a windy day, or you saw Kevin Langeree’s 28.3-meter jump in an In ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Reedin SnackPack: The Mutant Is Back (and It Rips Harder Than Ever)(Post)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 ...
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 ...
2024 Eleveight RS V7 Overview with Kevin Wade(Post)Pat from MACkite catches up with Kevin Wade at the King of the Great Lakes Test Fest to chat about the new 2024 V7 RS kite from Eleveight Kites. Kevin: It's so good to be here. It's always a ...
Foil Drive Gen 2 | Tips and Tricks for Setting Up and Riding(Post)Tucker and Ryan share some tips that they wish they'd known when they first started foil driving so you can get on the water faster without accidentally causing any damage to your new Foil Drive un ...
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.
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 ...
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 ...
The Casati Family at GKA Mykonos: A Kiteboarding Dynasty in the Making(Post)The Brazilian Brothers caught up with the Casati family on the beach at the GKA Kite World Cup in Mykonos. The Casatis have established themselves as an absolute powerhouse in the sport of kiteboar ...
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 ...
Cold Water Series: Soul vs. Heat 3.0 vs. Ignite Drysuits(Post)Welcome to our Cold Water Riding series. Today we will feature a comparison of our most popular drysuits. If you tuned into our last episode comparing wetsuits to drysuits, you know that there are so ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Slingshot Sentry V2 and Joystick V1 Control Bars, with Fred Hope(Post)Pat is at King of the Great Lakes with Fred Hope from Slingshot, checking out the new bars for 2024. Fred: Thanks for having me! This year we brought out a whole new bar, and we changed from ...
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 ...