1264 results for 'Ride Engine'

Kiteboarding Tricks | How To Do A Backroll Hat Drag(Post)

You can use a little creativity to switch up even the more basic tricks and add a little flair and style. David has a couple simple tips for your Backroll Hand Drag... and one involves your favor

Taking Kiting Micro-Vacations to Regain Work/Life Balance(Post)

Three things that you can do today to reset and find happiness... Why do we do adventure sports like snowboarding and skiing? I can sum it up in one word. Freedom.  When we were kids, life was about

How I Found My Mojo With the Flysurfer MOJO Wing(Post)

The  Flysurfer Mojo Wing is FlySurfer’s first wing, and man—they knocked it out of the park. I used a 5.2m wing in conditions varying from 10 knots to 35. Flatwater and surf. The first thing to tal

2022 North Reach, Is This Your Do-It-All Kite?(Post)

The North Reach is the do-it-all kite from North's range. Now, considering that almost all kitesurfing kites, to a fault, are do-it-all these days, what does that even mean? It means the 2

Why Women Should Try Bigger Kites(Post)

Hey guys, Kristen here. I am in Arizona and we're picking up a new-to-us RV for the MACkite RV tour. We're getting ready to head to Florida, and I wanted to get some more videos out to yo

2023 Cabrinha Dealer Meeting in Cancun Event Recap(Post)

Aaron at MACkite- let's talk about the Cabrinha dealer meeting in Mexico! We had an amazing trip down to Isla Blanca, Mexico, which is just north of Cancun. Our hopes were to ride and demo and g

Blakes Travels C2SKY Kite Center(Post)

MACKite Location Review on C2SKY kite Center 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The location:  Location: Mũi Ne,Southern Vietnam, South China Sea. Nearest airport:  Saigon (Ho Chi Min City) 4-6 hour bus ride.  Season: Nov

Wing Foil Board Size | Is Bigger Always Better?(Post)

Straight to the Sinker?with Matt Aiken from North Kiteboarding Jake: What size board did you get started with, and what size are you on now? Matt: I haven't changed too much there. I've

The Newest Wing Foil Boards from Omen | Introducing the Emissary and SuperMarine(Post)

Two new wing foilboards have just dropped from Omen. Tucker, Jeff, and the rest of the shop's wing foilers have really enjoyed riding the Omen Flux this past year, so they're excited to get out on

Hydrofoiling: 2020 Slingshot's new wings(Post)

Heads up, this blog will be updated this week. We aim to keep these more extensive. Tuckers trying to catch up at the shop here.  This will be the second part of this discussion. Last year we looke

Stringfellow Moses and SABfoil Adapter for Waydoo eFoils(Post)

Hey guys, this is Pat from MACkiteboarding.com here today to talk about the new Stringfellow Moses adapter for the Waydoo eFoils. We're going to check it out, I'll show you how to assemble it

Tech Talk: Code Foils 810X X-Series Front Wing(Post)

It's been a long-time coming, but Code's new X Series is finally here. The 810X is the first wing in the lineup, designed for radial turns, aggressive maneuvers, and control at high speeds. If you'r

Jake M's Rescue at Grand Haven Beach(Post)

Jake M has seen his fair share of kiteboarding blows. Last summer, after winds had topped around 30-knots, Jake ran to the beach for his "lunch break". Not only did the wind die, but he ended up havin

Wing Sizing Broken Down: Which Wing Size and Model Is Right for Me?(Post)

Choosing the correct wing size and model can be a daunting task these days. With so many brands, models, and sizes the choices seem endless. We've broken that down in previous blogs to help you pick

Big Air Kiteboarding Basics, Episode 3: Full Scorpion to Front Roll Waterstart(Post)

Crashing is an inevitable part of big air, but the good news is that there's a way to get back up in style after you find yourself floating on your belly in that scorpion position. Sure, you

Slingshot One-Lock Is Here!(Post)

Foilers all have their preferences on gear, riding style, and location, but perhaps the one thing we can all agree on is that screws suck. They get lost, they need tools (which also get lost), they

How to Better Your Board Offs With Fin-To-Handle Tic Tac(Post)

So, you're nailing your board-offs from the handle. The next step is learning how to grab the fin and tic-tac the board into your hand. This move adds flow and control to your riding while setting y

Flying the Duotone Stash Parawing | First Impressions and Honest Thoughts(Post)

Parawings are hitting the market at a fast and furious pace, and Tucker's doing his best to get out on every one so he can share the strengths and weaknesses of each. The Stash (not to be confused w

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

From Bartender to Big Air Pro: Alessa Sophia Mensch Interview, Part 1(Post)

Sitting right next to the action with some awesome kiting taking place in Big Bay, Capetown, the Brazilian Brothers caught up with Naish pro rider Alessa Sophia Mensch to talk about her progression

Let's Chat: Surf-Fur Original Water Parka w/ Aaron(Post)

MACkite's Aaron on the Surf-Fur Original Water Parka So far, this fall has been exceptionally warm—but we know that will change. Speaking of changing, the good people over at Surf-Fur© have developed

Foil Drive V3 Remote Explained | Features, Modes and Menus(Post)

Foil Drive’s V3 Controller is a true from-scratch redesign that aims to make riding more straightforward, safer, and more data-rich. In Paul’s deep dive, he walks through the new hardware, the updat

How to Unbox and Assemble a Fliteboard(Post)

Eli takes us through how to unbox and assemble a brand new Fliteboard. Let's get into the easy stuff first and work our way through the entire setup. Charger and Battery Starting with the fast charg

Kiteboarding Video: How to Make a Kiteboarding Movie​(Post)

How to Make a Kiteboarding Movie You want to film with the greats? Alright, then. But first you'll have to show your stuff on the cinematic runway (and you're going to have to work for it just as muc

​Darkslide by Feel(Post)

This week we're going to cover a popular trick that everyone wants to learn: the Darkslide! We've done a few videos on this, but I wanted to do a concise and to-the-point tutorial focused on doing

2024 Reedin Supermodel HTF V2 Review | The Perfect "Desert Island" Kite?(Post)

Dustin from MACkite got a chance to get out on the 2024 Reedin Supermodel HTF V2. It's had some tweaks and upgrades, but do they make a difference?What Is the Supermodel? The Supermodel is Reed

Lift5 4'9 eFoil Overview(Post)

Eli from MACkite is joined by Corey from Lift to take a look at the Lift5 eFoil. This is the flagship model within the Lift Foils lineup, and Corey explains why that is, and who might be interested

FLITELab AMPJet Overview with Evan Netsch(Post)

Cole had a chance to meet up with Evan Netsch from FLITELab in LA to check out the new RAW and AMP releases. There's been a lot of curiosity about these, especially the AMP. It's sort of an eFoil, b

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 Code Zero - On the Beach With Matt Aiken(Post)

What's in a Name? Matt: Probably the most exciting new kite that we have is the new Code Zero. You're probably wondering why a one-strut kite is called "Code Zero". It's a little callout to our

Wake Foiling | How to Handle Your Foil In and Out of the Water(Post)

Wake foiling has gained substantial popularity in the world of towed water sports. Whether you're a seasoned surfer or just a beginner, it's essential to understand how to properly handle your hydro

Foil Drive Prop Comparison | 2-Blade vs. 3-Blade | Which is Better?(Post)

Foil Drive systems come standard with a 2-blade propeller, and it works great. However, they also offer a 3-blade prop as an upgrade. How is its performance different from the stock propeller, and

Waydoo EVO Remote Settings Guide(Post)

Eli walks through all the settings you'll find in your Waydoo EVO remote, from the basics of powering on to the deeper menus that personalize your ride. Navigating Your Waydoo EVO Remote Starting si

New to North Kiteboarding's Fleet: 2016 Mono Kite(Post)

2016 North Mono Kiteboarding Kite New for 2016, North Kiteboarding is debuting the Mono, a one strut kite that finds itself in the company of the Airush Lithium One and Liquid Force Solo. Able to be f

Kiteboarding Video: Freeride Project 3...The Movie(Post)

Freeride Project 3: The Movie We've heard of great riders like Ruben Lenten, Craig Cunningham, Aaron Hadlow, and Tom Court, but do we really know them? Their lifestyles are as unique as the waters th

Ocean Rodeo Stick Shift vs Duotone Clickbar(Post)

These bars are similar in design. They use a clicking system to adjust the steering lines rather than the center lines. The Stick Shift is super soft on the hands The Ocean Rodeo Stick Shift is so

Interview With Derek Sproul From Naish Kiteboarding(Post)

Pat: I'm Pat with MACkiteboarding, and I'm talking with Derek from Naish. Derek: What's up, guys? Pat: So Derek, you've been with Naish now for 10 years? Derek: Yeah, I came on board in Febru

2026 Cabrinha Mantis Apex Wing Explained | Brendan Healy on Design and Features(Post)

Aaron: Hey guys, I'm Aaron at MACkite. Welcome to the show this morning! We've got Brendan Healey from Cabrinha here, and we're stoked to talk about the new 2026 Cabrinha Mantis Apex wing. Brendan,

2018 Cabrinha Contra Overview(Post)

2018 Cabrinha Contra Overview Hey guys what’s going on today? It’s Nathan from MACkite and today we’re going to be discussing the new 2018 Cabrinha Contra. The Contra was originally designed as a lig

Can You Mix Kitesurfing Footstraps(Post)

A question we get daily from new kitesurfers is if you can mix kiteboarding footstrap brands with different boards. The quick answer is most of the time, yes. However, it might not always be a perf