1265 results for 'control'

Duotone Tech Talk: 2026 Evo D/LAB Kite(Post)

For two years, Duotone has developed and refined the new Evo D/LAB, one of the most anticipated kites in the industry. While a predecessor of it's former design with a 3-strut Aluula construction, i

Foiling Tip: How to Sit On Your Hydrofoil - Ticket to Glide Ep 02(Post)

The printable steps are at the bottom of this blog  Learning to sit on the foil is one of the first tricks everyone wants to learn. It's not that intimidating, it looks awesome and its really fun to

MasterModel vs HyperModel | Which Reedin Kite Wins?(Post)

Choosing the right big air kite can feel overwhelming, especially when brands offer multiple high-performance options with overlapping capabilities. In this comparison, the Brazilian Brothers from M

2025 F-One Wing Lineup: Which One Is Right for Me?(Post)

At MACkite, we've always found F-One's wings to be a solid choice, and this year's lineup looks like it will live up to our high expectations once again. But with five options on the board, it might

How to Self Rescue on a foilboard: Foil Fridays EP 12(Post)

The Self Rescue is your ace in the hole when it comes to kiteboarding.When in doubt, if you’re in trouble you can count on this method to systematically get yourself and your gear back in safely. Wh

Exploring the 2023 Cabrinha Nitro | The Ultimate Big Air Kite(Post)

Introduction When it comes to big air kites, the Cabrinha Nitro is a game-changer in the world of kiteboarding. Designed specifically for boosting and delivering impressive hang time, the 2023 Cab

North Boost | The Next Evolution in Foil Drive Boards(Post)

North has once again redefined the standard of innovation in the world of foiling. The North Boost Foil Drive Board is engineered from the ground up for electric-assisted foiling across flat water,

Why Wing Foil Mast Position Matters More Than You Think(Post)

When it comes to wing foiling, few adjustments make as big a difference as your wing foil mast position. It might seem like a small detail—just sliding the foil a few millimeters forward or back in

Parawinging West Michigan: A POV Session with Tucker(Post)

Parawinging West Michigan looks like pure freedom in this B-roll, shot entirely from behind on Tucker's Insta360 X5 mounted to a pole off the back of his harness. No talking, no breakdown — just fiv

Code Foils Mast Guide | 75 vs 80 vs 85cm for Wing, Surf, Kite, and Wake(Post)

Introduction Mast length is one of the most important, and personal choices a foiler makes. It determines how high you ride, how stable you feel in chop, how much lean you can throw into carves, and

Mastering Your Wing Foiling Foot Switch | Tips from Greg at Omen Foils(Post)

Understanding the Basics Importance of Hip Control The most crucial aspect of this entire technique is hip control. Pay particular attention to this, especially if you ride with a wide stance. Your

Liquid Force Introduces Foilboarding Basics on the Foil Fish(Post)

Liquid Force's How-To Foilboard Tutorial - Video #2 Have you checked out our blog post on Liquid Force's first video on how to foilboard, featuring LF's Foil Fish? If you have, and you're thinking, "

Ride with Blake | How to Throw an Inverted Front Roll(Post)

The inverted front roll is a slightly more advanced variation of the front roll.  The last few days in key West haven’t been that windy. In truth, it’s a much-needed break! I thought I would take a

Foilboarding Video: Completing Slingshot’s “Foil Flight School”(Post)

Learning to Foilboard Using Slingshot's "Foil Flight School" Foilboarding is an experience unlike anything else in kiteboarding. No matter your riding or your style, there is nothing like gliding sil

Pop to Blind & Landing Blind: Kiteboarding Tutorial - Unhooked(Post)

Download the PDF Here Today we’re going to breakdown another fundamental move. The Pop to Blind or Landing Blind. This is a variation of the first two videos in this playlist. One of the most import

Let's Chat: Cabrinha Contra vs. North Juice(Post)

Cabrinha Contra vs. North Juice The last few years, light wind kites have seen some very real improvement. Gone are the days where companies simply take their 12 meter kites and blow them up to slow,

Ride with Blake | Tips for Water Starting(Post)

So, you've taken a kiteboarding lesson or two and you're ready to try your first water start. That's awesome! Welcome to a new reality, my friend! I have five great tips for you to remember when you'

Kiteloop Front Roll: Ride with Blake(Post)

Today we are going to go over how to do a Kiteloop Front Roll. This trick is a fun one. People call it a front roll kiteloop and Ruben Lenten coined this trick as a Boogie loop. I would call a massi

The 5 Best Kiteboards for Jumping and Big Air(Post)

So you’re looking to go big! One of the most fun aspects of kiteboarding is going all out at full speed and just sending it. On those days where the wind is so strong that the beach is empty except

Ride with Blake | Basic Grabs - Indy and Tail(Post)

Hey guys, Blake from Mackite here. This week we are going to go over kiteboarding grabs and give you a board grab guide. We'll eventually cover every grab from beginner to advanced so stay tuned. 

From Wake Poaching to SUP and Prone Foiling(Post)

What are some ways to use your new Foil Drive system? The New Gen 2 system has come out and generated a lot of excitement since everyone loved the first version. Stand Up Paddleboarding There's a Fo

Chat with Chris | FLITELab AMPJet FAQs(Post)

At MACkite, we love anything that will help us get up on foil. You've probably seen us gush about Foil Drive's mast-mounted propeller. Now there's an exciting new take on the foil assist concept: th

Designer Notes Behind North's 2025 Twintip Kiteboard Collection(Post)

North Kiteboarding dropped their 2025 twintip collection with one idea in mind: a totall re-imagining from the ground up. This year is packed with upgrades, including lighter construction and smarte

Kite Video: Surviving the Death Loop(Post)

An Exploration of the Death Loop You've watched the wipe-out kiteboarding videos, right? Where we see people crashing into the water, followed by a surrounding, "oooh" from your coworkers who have hu

Jacobsen "Yes" Kite Review: First Impressions of a 3-Strut Freeride & Big Air Hybrid(Post)

First Impressions: A New Name with Serious Cred This is Jeff at MACkite, and I just got my first session on a brand new kite in the shop: the Jacobsen "Yes." Nick Jacobsen is no stranger to kiteboar

2015 Cabrinha 1X Overdrive Review(Post)

Nate at MACkite reviews the 2015 Cabrinha 1X Overdrive System, demonstrating its ease of use and simplicity. Cabrinha kites completely redesigned their control system for 2015, and we're all pretty e

How To: Adjust the Sliding Stopper on the 2017 North Click Bar(Post)

Adjusting Your Stopper on the 2017 Click Bar The Sliding Bar Stopper keeps your bar in place and close to you, so that you can always be in control. The new North Click Bar comes equipped with a stopp

Cabrinha Switchblade Vs North Rebel(Post)

The Switchblade vs The Rebel  The aim of this video series is to remain as objective as possible.That being said, we made sure to get opinions from our entire crew. Rygo and Lucas collaborated to com

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 heard o

Appletree Zapple S Breakdown | Short, Fast, Foil Drive Focused!(Post)

Appletree Surfboards has built a reputation for pushing foil board design forward, and the Zapple S is a straightforward extension of that mindset. Developed inside the Appletree factory and shaped

Kiteboarding Bar Pressure Explained: Should You Ride Light or Heavy?(Post)

When it comes to kiteboarding, some people prefer light bar pressure and others like a heavier pressure. But is it just a matter of preference, or is there another reason to choose one over the othe

MACkite Package Kiteboard Comparison w/ Nathan(Post)

MACkiteboarding Package Kiteboard Comparison So, you're a first-time rider or buyer looking for the best deal possible, right? Well, we don't blame you. Like you, the crew at MACkite is all about ge

Jamie Overbeek's 42.3m Jump: Descent and Landing Analysis(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back for part two of their analysis of Jamie Overbeek's massive 42.3-meter jump. While part one focused on the take-off, this session covers the descent and landing—with t

Liquid Force Covers How-to Foilboard With the LF Foil Fish(Post)

If you're ready to take your kiteboarding experience to the next level, Liquid Force is willing to take you on a how-to journey of all of the ins and outs of foilboarding. Join sultry-voiced narrator

​North Flare Kiteboard Review(Post)

The North Flare is a wakestyle / parkstyle board. It's made for kiteboarders who are looking to ride powered, do unhooked tricks and grind things. In spite of the fact that wakestyle is pretty under

Upgrading Your Wing Foil Setup? Start With Your Foil(Post)

You've been winging for six months to a year, maybe even more. By now, you've got your first setup dialed in and logged plenty of water time. Maybe you've added a second or third wing to handle diff

2027 North Twintips and Navigator Bars Overview(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are on the beach in Mykonos with 15-year-old North rider Maxwell Dahl to get the inside scoop on the latest gear. Maxwell has been killing it on the GKA World Championship cir

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 truly a on

What Is Kiteboarding?(Post)

Imagine if wakeboarding, surfing, and sailing had a baby: that’s pretty much kiteboarding. Aside from the fact you can jump 30+ feet in the air, (equal to more than a two-story building) cruising th

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