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The Unique Design of the Triton X1 Monofoil The Triton X1 Monofoil is not your typical foil. Unlike traditional designs which have a stabilizer and a fuselage, the X1 is a monofoil. This means ...
Kiteboard Travel Guide: Santa Cruz & Bay Area - Destinations Ep20(Post)Spot at a Glance QUICK CONTACTS Calikites (Gear) - https://www.calikites.com/ Wind Over Water (Lessons at 3rd Ave) https://wowkiteboarding.com/kiteboarding-lessons/ Kite The Bay (Boat ...
Duotone Pace VS Free: Hydrofoil Board Comparison - Foil Fridays(Post)Duotone has really stepped up their Hydrofoil and Foil board game for the 2019/2020 season. Two of our favorite new Duotone hydrofoil products are the Pace and Free foil boards. They both feature a ...
Why the DRYDOR Quantum Pro Dry Suit Might Replace Your Wetsuit(Post)Today Tucker has something a bit different from his usual wing or hydrofoil review. Whether you're a winger or enjoy any other watersport, you may find this product interesting. The Drydor dry ...
Kiteboarding in South Africa vs. Brazil: A Side-by-Side Comparison(Post)Cape Town's Blouberg launches kiters 30 meters into the sky on dense, lifty wind with Table Mountain looming behind them. Brazil's Prea delivers bullet-consistent 25-knot trade winds for five month ...
2024 Naish Kiteboarding Lineup with Derek Sproul(Post)Derek Sproul from Naish takes a few minutes to chat about the 2024 kiteboarding lineup with MACkite's Jake Mitchell at King of the Great Lakes Test Fest. What's new? Is there a must-have coming ...
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 popu ...
Brazilian Brothers Review the Mystic Vandal Pro for Kiteboarding(Post)Helmets are for kooks, right? Real kiteboarders ride with the wind blowing through their hair. Yep, tell that to an increasing number of pros and everyday riders who swear by the benefits of p ...
2024 North Navigator Short Throw Kite Control Bar | On-Water Review(Post)Kristen Cooper is back with a look at a new offering from North that shorter riders, women, and kids may find interesting, if not long overdue. The 2024 North Navigator Short Throw bar is ...
Wing Foiling 101 | Understanding the Reasons Behind Its Explosive Growth(Post)Wing foiling, also known as wing surfing, or winging, is a water sport that has been rapidly growing in popularity in recent years. With its combination of elements from kitesurfing, windsurfing, an ...
Sizing Down - Board or Foil First?(Post)As you spend more time on the water progressing, you’ll want to jump down in board and foil size to increase performance.The question for most people is ‘which should I size down first? The board or ...
Sunova Foil Drive Trench Board Review(Post)Ryan and Hunter chat about the all-new Sunova Foil Drive Trench board, designed specifically to integrate with Foil Drive systems, offering a dedicated space for the motor unit and battery. Three D ...
Pro Rider Alessa Mensch Naish Gear Review: Pivot vs. Psycho & More(Post)The Brazilian Brothers were hanging out with Naish pro rider Alessa Mensch for a Tech Talk on her current gear setup. If you’ve ever wondered what a Big Air pro uses to stay in control w ...
New Kiteboarding Series Featuring the Brazilian Brothers(Post)At MACkite, the only thing we love as much as getting out on the water is helping others to get out there, too. So we're stoked to announce a new content partnership with a couple guys who are ...
The Brazilian Brothers Review the Harlem Thrive(Post)The Brazilian Brothers have been putting the Harlem Thrive through its paces, and no doubt about it, this kite is anything but ordinary. Built in collaboration with Brainchild, the Thrive brin ...
Brazilian Brothers Review the Cabrinha Nitro 2026(Post)The Brazilian Brothers have been using the Cabrinha Nitro in their kite clinics since it was released in 2023, so they're very familiar with it. Now they've got a fresh 2026 Nitro. What's new, ...
Kitesurfing Progression | How to Perform Strapless Airs on Your Surfboard, with Evan Netsch(Post)Introduction to Strapless Airs Strapless kitesurfing offers a unique challenge compared to traditional strapped methods. It involves more balance, control, and technique, making it a rewarding ...
Wake Foiling | Who it's For and How to Get Started(Post)Introduction: Who's That Guy? You're enjoying a peaceful day out on the lake when suddenly, a stranger zooms into sight, turns smoothly around, and rides the wake of your boat ...
Is Wing Foiling Dangerous? A Comprehensive Analysis(Post)Introduction With the recent explosion of interest in the world of water sports, a particular pastime has caught the public's eye: wing foiling. Essentially a combination of windsurfing, kitesurfing ...
Slingshot I-Fly Inflatable Foilboard Review(Post)When the family made plans to head to Florida for Spring Break, the first thing that popped into my head was "winging!!!!". This past Michigan winter was especially brutal and it had been since t ...
Backroll Revert Downloop Transition | Ride with Blake(Post)If you can do a backroll and you know how to pop toe-side, then you are ready for this trick! 4 Printable Steps for the Beach Step One: Pop Harder You are going to want to edge a litt ...
Chris Bobryk: "Duel in the Sun" - Video Premiere(Post)Questions and Answers with the American Sledgehammer: What have you been up to since your last video release?CB: Since Turks & Caicos, I traveled to the Cayman Islands to compete in TRIO, did loa ...
Gear Comparison: Naish ADX vs. ADX NVision(Post)Nash has doubled down on their wing collection for 2026, with the latest update being a split between the ADX and ADX Nvision. While both wings are built with similar principles, there are dis ...
Save Time and Reduce Drag | Why Konrad Click Nuts Are a Must-Have for Foilers(Post)Ryan from MACkite has a nifty, convenient upgrade for foilers. He's been using the Konrad Click nuts with his foils for a while now and absolutely loves them. He's also got some tips to share ...
Slingshot PTM 799 and 999 Foils | Wing Foiling(Post)Tucker's got a couple new front wings for the Slingshot Phantasm foil lineup. The PTM 799 and PTM 999 are an extension of the fantastic PTM 899. That wing has been so popular that Slingshot d ...
Duotone Wing Academy | Wind and Courses(Post)Wing foiling, one of the latest additions to the world of watersports, can be an exhilarating experience. Riding the waves with the wind as your guide, you'll soon realize that understanding and work ...
Kiteboarding: How to Stick That Board-Off Beach Landing(Post)Hey, what's up guys? Blake from MACkite here, and today we're going to learn a really fun trick: a board-off beach landing. Step number one for this trick is to simply loosen your feet in ...
Rygo’s Review of the 2016 Best Roca Freeride/Freestyle Kite(Post)First Impressions with the 2016 Best Roca Rygo's Riding Conditions & Gear It was a cold 40-degree morning, with the water ranking in at a not so balmy 30 degrees. Not exactly what comes to mind ...
Debunking the Top 5 Misconceptions About Wing Foiling(Post)Is Winging Too Hard? Top 5 Wing Foil Misconceptions This is Tucker and Jeff from MACkiteboarding.com, and it's Wing Wednesday. Today we're going to look at our top five misconceptions about wing fo ...
Eleveight RS Pro V2 | What Makes This a Pinnacle Freeride Kite?(Post)The RS platform has long been the backbone of the Eleveight kite lineup, serving as the brand’s benchmark all-around freeride design. Now entering its second generation, the RS Pro V2 repre ...
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 North ...
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 ...
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 elabo ...
2025 Duotone Unit SLS Review | Boom or Handles for Your Riding Style?(Post)The Duotone Unit has been around for quite a few years now, and with good reason. It's easy to ride, it has a lot of grunt, it's intuitive, and it's easy to get up on foil with it. The larger ...
How to Cross-Train at the cable park: Ep 1(Post)Cable parks have been around since 1959. Since their inception in Germany. They have been popping up all over the world. In fact, there's a good chance you’re just a short drive from one you ...
Let's Chat: Different Sports for Hydrofoiling(Post)Differences in Hydrofoil Sports Foilboarding has recently exploded in popularity within the kiteboarding community. With a remarkably efficient design, hydrofoils allow riders to cross into that sub- ...
Mystic Gust Windbreaker Review: How to Stay Warm Without a Thicker Wetsuit(Post)Skip is one of the OG kiteboarders here in West Michigan, so when he finds a piece of gear he really likes, we pay attention. Today it's... a windbreaker? Yep, and according to Skip, it can be ...
Brazilian Brothers Try Big Air on the Harlem Thrive(Post)We've been seeing some exceptional kites coming from brands collaborating with Brainchild, so the Harlem Thrive has got the Brazilian Brothers excited to do a review on it. It excels at freeri ...
Aluminum vs. Carbon Wake Foiling Masts(Post)"Should I ride a carbon mast or stick with aluminum?" It's a common question here at the shop, especially for those progressing in their wake foiling skills. Honestly, both have their place. W ...
Mobile Messaging Terms(Page)MACkite Boardsports Mobile Messaging Terms of Service Last updated: Jan. 23, 2026 The MACkite mobile message service (the "Service") is operated by MACkite Boardsports (“MACkite”, &ldqu ...