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Ride with Blake: How to Live on a Sailboat(Post)

In the second episode Blake gives us a glimpse into his life on a sailboat in Key West.  Kite dreams Quit your job, move somewhere south. Pick up a sailboat and spend your days kiteboarding with fri

F-One Strike CWC 9m Wing | Light Wind Tested!(Post)

Tucker meets up with Billy from Manera and F-One at KoGL to chat about the new 9m Strike CWC. Wait... a 9m wing? Why not! Tucker: This is the behemoth, the big lady, of the range. Billy: Yes

Brazilian Brothers Review the 2025 Cabrinha Nitro(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers use the Cabrinha Nitro as their primary clinic kite and there are some good reasons why, but it's also not a kite for every kiteboarder. Rubens explains why he and Arthur love

Nathan Reviews: 2015 Cabrinha FX Kiteboarding Kite(Post)

2015 Cabrinha FX Kite Review MACkite's Nathan has been riding the 2015 Cabrinha FX Kiteboarding Kite for a couple of weeks, and he's ready to unleash some knowledge to the masses. Cabrinha released

Brand Compatibility Chart(Page)

Mixing Kites, Control Bars, & Straps/Handles Mixing kites, control bars, and kiteboards are common in kiteboarding, especially as you upgrade gear or build a quiver over time. In many cases, a...

Wake Foiling | Terminology Explained(Post)

The first time that you look at a hydrofoil, you may not realize that there's a lot going on underneath the surface of the water. Here, Cole talks about what each piece of the hydrofoil is called an

Dakine Compression Bags for Kiteboarding and Wing Foiling(Post)

Today Aaron takes a look at a product he's been using for a long time, the Dakine Compression Bag. They used to come in multiple sizes for your different kite sizes, but now it's one size fits al

Wing Foiling in Waves | What Makes a Foil Great for Surf?(Post)

Whether by divine will or simple serendipity, local surf legend Marc just happened to walk into the shop as Jeff and Tucker were getting ready to film a discussion on surf foils. Marc was even weari

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Lisbon Portugual- Destinations EP 10(Post)

There are few places as epic as Portugal!  WIND BY SEASON Summer season is the best time to kite in the Lisbon area - anytime from May to September. You'll have wind several days a week, and wa

WHAT'S IN a NAME? MOVIE - AIRUSH KITEBOARDING(Post)

The new What’s in a Name? movie is the biggest video feature to come out of Airush Kiteboarding since 2014. Rather than just produce a film to serve product campaigns, airush wanted to create a compl

Kiteboarding: How to Trim Your Kite "Ride with Blake"(Post)

While not incredibly exciting, trimming your kite is important. It is imperative if you unhook, and it does help you jump better when your kite is set up correctly. Let's be honest, no one likes it

F-One Wing Wrist Leash Review(Post)

Why Do I Need a Wrist Leash for Wing Foiling? A leash of some sort is almost a must when it comes to winging. If you've got anything like decent wind, your wing can scoot away pretty quickly when yo

Session Impression: Two Guys, Three Sessions, and Loads of Gear(Post)

Jeff is back for another session chat, this time with Skip. What did the day bring, what gear did they take out, and how did it go? How Were the Conditions? In West Michigan, windy days can be few a

Why the Ride Engine Empax Vest Is a Shop Favorite(Post)

When riders ask us about flotation, the first thing we usually have to do is slow the conversation down. Not all vests are built for the same purpose. And if you kiteboard or wing foil, what you nee

Why the 2026 Reedin SuperModel A.F.T. Is Better Than Ever | Designer Interview(Post)

Introduction Kevin: Sometimes people underestimate the SuperModel. Do not forget about that kite. It is an amazingly good kite. Hello everyone! It's Kevin Langeree, and thanks for tuning in to anoth

Pick 5 Challenge | Mr. Jeff's Wing Foiling Gear List(Post)

Today Mr. Jeff is in the "Pick 5" hotseat with Tucker. Jeff is constantly on the water with a wing and a foil, and his Subaru is a virtual demo room with about 30 pieces of gear to choose from

Light Wind Parawinging: Tucker's Top Tips and Favorite Gear(Post)

Tucker has been getting a lot of questions lately about light wind parawinging. He put together a rundown of his top tips, his favorite gear, and his thoughts on whether it's worth your time and mon

Wing Foiling Waves | How to Add Some Style and Flow to Your Game(Post)

So you've been wing foiling waves a while now and have had some downwinders, ridden swell, and maybe you've even gotten on some breaking waves. You can connect wave after wave, and it's an amazing f

​How will my kite work for foilboarding?(Post)

Foilboarding is the newest and fastest growing aspect of kiteboarding, without question. The rapid advance of riding styles and equipment is a hard thing to keep pace with. As a result, we get a lot

Summer Memories With RyGo(Post)

Summer Memories With RyGo Update about September - Pumpkin Spice Latte is now available! While one of us (read: me) is excited for this season, all of us around the shop are rather nostalgic of the su

Setting Your Bar & Fins for Big Air and Freestyle W/ Ewan Jaspan(Post)

These past 9 months, Kristen and I have had the opportunity to travel to kite spots while living out of an RV. In the spring we linked up with some old friends, and made some new ones along the way.

Eleveight CS Auto Bar V1 Overview(Post)

Understanding Eleveight's Legacy Before we delve into the nitty-gritty of the CS Auto Bar V1, it's crucial to appreciate the brand behind this innovation. Eleveight Kiteboarding is a renowned bran

Wing Foiling | How to Correctly Downsize to Your Next Wing Board(Post)

So you've gotten the basics of wing foiling down and are ready to get your next board. What sizes should you look at? Do you need a light and high wind board, or can you get away with just one? J

North Sonar MA1500 & SF1080 Wake Foil Review(Post)

Ryan and Caden have spent plenty of time behind the boat testing North's Sonar foils, and they've found two stellar options for progression: the Sonar MA1500 V2 and the SF1080. First, you focus on t

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.

Welcome to Kiteboarding(Page)

We hope your life is nothing but windy from here on out. In the event this is your first kiteboarding gear, we’ve put together this informational guide to help you get started. Taking kiteboarding...

How to put a Fireball Spreader Bar on a Ride Engine Harness(Post)

Hi, this is Tucker from MACkiteboarding.com, and today I’m going to show you how to connect a 2017 Cabrinha Fireball Spreader Bar to a Ride Engine harness. Here we have the Hex-Core Ride Engine, and

​UniFoil WIng Review(Post)

Today we're going to review a wing I've had on my list forever. Unifoil is actually a foil brand taking a fresh look at the design of a wing. I found that I truly enjoyed this wing on the waves and i

The Wind Window Explained - Chasing the Dream: Vlog 14(Post)

A kiteboarding television show? Chasing the Dream is one part travel TV show, one part Vlog and one part useful information. New episodes every Thursday! Follow Crystal as she explores the best kite

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

The "New Foil Guy"—Session 1(Post)

Conquering the First Foil Session 1st Session / May 16th, 2017 I’m not an early adopter for many new things, except for kiteboarding. When kite foilboarding first hit the market, I was pretty neutral

What Are the Differences Between Hard Shell and Soft Shell Harnesses?(Post)

 Picking a harness might be one of the most important decisions of kiteboarding that many people often overlook. It’s not a cut-and-dry decision, especially with so many different brands, fits, and fe

Brazilian Brothers Review the 2025 North Reach Kite(Post)

The Reach is a three-strut all-around freeride kite by North. It's been the do-it-all kite in North's lineup for a few years now, so the Brazilian Brothers were excited to see how the 2025 version p

Reedin SuperModel V6 Overview: Lightweight Aerolite Frame Upgrade on a Kite for Anyone(Post)

After more than five years on the market, the SuperModel has become the foundation of Reedin's lineup, and for good reason. It's known as a true do-it-all kite that works for nearly every rider. Now

Down Loop Front Roll Transition - Ride with Blake(Post)

Today Rygo and I are going to be covering a very important topic, one that will change the way you transition forever. The reason downloops are so cool is because they're basically a shortcut to mor

Foil Fridays - Foilmount Moses / Slingshot Adapter Review(Post)

Let's cut right to the chase with this one. There are a few reasons why we are excited about the Moses Fuselage to Slingshot Mast Adapter plate. Slingshot / Ride Engine masts are proven to be effi

Tuck Knee Indy to Blind or Wrapped(Post)

Tuck Knee Indy to Blind or Wrapped The Indy Grab is the easiest of all the grabs in boardsports. You grab the board with your back hand on the top side edge between your feet. The Tuck Knee variatio

F-One x Brainchild | Pulling the Trigger on Sustainability(Post)

A few weeks ago, we highlighted F-One's commitment to sustainability, so it should come as no surprise that they've teamed up with Brainchild to produce their latest kite, the Trigger. Its bold loo

Why the Waydoo Firebox Adds Peace of Mind(Post)

Eli walks us through the Waydoo Firebox. The Firebox isn't a necessity, but it's something you can use to have some peace of mind. It's designed for a lithium-ion battery, so it's good to have somet

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-...