1597 results for 'open vortex ultra x v1 2025'

2015 Airush Varial X Kiteboarding Kite(Post)

New for 2015, Airush has gone with a new, single-point inflation system, they've upgraded to D2 Technoforce nylon and the cross-cut, poly-load frame will blow your mind! 

Axis x Foil Drive Board Collaboration | Unboxing the 5'8" 70L Model(Post)

Axis has collaborated with Foil Drive to produce a custom-designed board to work perfectly with the Foil Drive. It's been eagerly anticipated, and MACkite just got some in. It comes in 50, 60 and 70

Cabrinha 04: Highlights for 2024(Post)

Not all things are created equally, and neither should they be. We all have different requirements, different points of focus, different needs. For some, they just want to get out there and enjoy mot

Wind Chasers Pt. 3: Brazilian Brothers' Strike Mission to Hermanus(Post)

With no wind in Blouberg yet again, the Brazilian Brothers loaded up for another strike mission — this time to Hermanus, where the forecast was calling for rain and 40-knot gusts. As always, the bro

F-ONE x Duotone = Light Wind Wing Magic(Post)

We love any wing from F-ONE or Duotone, so to see a new light wind wing from Duotone that's based on F-ONE's Compact Wing Concept (CWC) 3-strut design has us beyond stoked.On June 28, 2023, F-ONE and

Brazilian Brothers x Ralf Groesel Interview: Part 1(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers were able to meet with Ralf Groesel, the founder of Brainchild Production. This is the first section of a multi-part series of interviews where we dive into the vision and inn

Ozone Pocket Rocket V2 Parawing Review(Post)

Tucker's back with a review of the Pocket Rocket Version 2 from Ozone — a follow-up to what was arguably the most popular parawing of last year. The V1 became a staple in our shop and in many riders

Lightwind Kiteboarding in Key West with Kristen and RyGo | MACkite x Airush(Post)

Kristen and Rygo are headed down to Key West in the RV, where they'll hook up with the crew from Light Wind Watersports. They'll camp along the water at Curry Hammock in Marathon along the way t

2023 Cabrinha 03 Kite Lineup!(Post)

It’s finally here! We are excited to announce the newest Cabrinha Kiteboarding lineup for 2023. This latest offering includes the ever-popular Moto X, Switchblade, Drifter, Contra, Contra Aether

2026 F-One UHM Mast, T2 Connection, SK8 V3, and Eagle V2(Post)

The 2026 F-One hydrofoil lineup introduces meaningful upgrades aimed at improving stiffness, efficiency, and ease of use across the entire system. Central to these improvements is the new Titan 2 (T

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

2024 North Mode Pro Wing Review(Post)

Welcome back to MACkiteboarding Wing Wednesdays with Tucker. Today I have a special treat for you: I am going to give you all the details and a review on the 2024 North Mode Pro. I've been testing

Foil Drive x Slingshot One-Lock V2 Integrated Mast Review(Post)

Ryan and Hunter have been out testing Slingshot's Foil Drive integrated One-Lock aluminum mast. They managed to get out in some epic conditions with a few different foil setups and have really been

Reedin MasterModel vs. Evo D/Lab vs. Trigger Brainchild(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back for a special three-way kite comparison. Pro rider Mateus Oliveira has been testing three of the best big air kites on the market: the recently released MasterModel b

Brazilian Brothers x Kevin Langeree Interview: Founding Reedin & Its Future(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers met up with the legend Kevin Langeree in Cape Town, South Africa. Pulling up in the Reedin mobile, Kevin brought out some magic from the back of the car: an 8m MasterModel, th

Hot New Releases: MACkite Brand Parawing & Mystic Majestic Ex Custom Harness(Post)

MACwing v.5 Beta Single Skin Single Use   Jake and Ryan from MACkiteboarding unveiled an exciting new product in their latest video: the all-new MACkite Parawing, a lightweight, ultra-packable wing d

2023 Ocean Rodeo Glide AA-Series Wing: Lean and Green(Post)

Lighter. Stronger. Recycle-ready.Ocean Rodeo has worked with ALUULA Composites to develop the first full Aluula wing. The result is a truly multi-discipline wing that's ultra-light, strong, and te

Slingshot Machine V2 Kite and Machine V2 LW Review(Post)

Shop Slingshot Kiteboarding Kites. Hello guys. This is Pat and Dustin from MACkite. Today we will review the Slingshot Machine V2 and the Machine V2 Light Wind. We recently had a session w

Ozone PowerPack Parawing Review: The Easiest Stow & Go Wing?(Post)

Tucker brings a long overdue review on the Ozone PowerPack. This has been a really fun wing for him this winter, as Tucker is a big fan of it for downwinding, bigger nastier swell, and any time ther

Big Air Kite Review - Slingshot Code v2 and NXT(Post)

Guest vlogger Jason Montreal is back with another big air kite review. He's going to cover two kites in this edition: the Slingshot Code v2 and the Code NXT. Even though they're both Codes and

Brazilian Brothers x Max Tullet: 35 Knots in Cape Town With the Rebel D/Lab(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers caught up with world-class pro rider Max Tullet at Kite Beach in Cape Town for a session that wasn't going to be subtle. With 35 knots of nuclear wind ripping through and two-

2024 F-One Rocket SUP Downwind Pro Meets the NEW Jam Series Pump Foil(Post)

Tucker from MACkite is with Billy of F-One and Manera at the 2023 King of the Great Lakes Test Fest checking out some hot new gear for foiling. What is it? Is it for you?F-One Rocket SUP Downwind

Ozone Flux Vs Ozone Fly | Wing Design Differences With Dave Tyburski(Post)

Tucker from MACkite is at KoGL Test Fest with Dave Tyburski from Ozone. They chat about two new wings in the lineup: the Flux and the Fly. Tucker: With these two wings, you cover the whole gamu

Slingshot Crisis Review(Post)

The slingshot Crisis is a mid-range / entry level twintip kiteboard from Slingshot. In my experience, the board rides similarly to other boards in this category: it has a medium flex, mild rocker

Is the F-One Frigate Worth the Premium Price? Here's the Ride Report(Post)

F-One's Frigate has got to be one of the most eagerly-awaited parawings so far. Even before its official release date, the preorders are almost sold out. How can a wing that no one's ridden be so ho

2024 North Scoop and Scoop Mini Foilboard Overview(Post)

Introduction The world of foil boarding is ever-evolving, and with the introduction of "The Scoop" for 2024, the game has changed yet again. This direct and responsive performance foil board is a

KT Ginxu Pro 2 Surf/Freestyle Wing Foil Board Review | The Perfect One-Board Quiver?(Post)

The KT Ginxu 2 Pro Carbon foilboard is up this week on Wing Wednesday, and Tucker's been riding and loving the 62L 5'3" x 22.25" for a while now. He thinks it's a huge improvement over the lau

2026 Duotone Rebel SLS First Impressions on the Water(Post)

The 2026 Duotone Rebel SLS arrived with a lot of anticipation, and for good reason. The Rebel has long been one of the most recognizable and trusted big-air kites on the market, with a loyal followi

Airush's Latest Innovations | An Exclusive Interview with Sam Medysky(Post)

Jake Mitchell from MACkite is with Sam Medysky of Airush at the 2023 King of the Great Lakes Test Fest. Sam's been a name in the kiteboarding world for many years and has some insights into the

Slingshot Code NXT V2 Review: Big Air Performance in Brazil(Post)

First Impressions in Windy Brazil The Brazilian Brothers are reporting from a very windy Brazil to share their first impressions of the brand-new Slingshot Code NXT V2. The conditions are perfect fo

Strapless Big Air Comp with the Brazilian Brothers(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers covered an exciting strapless big air competition in Prea, Brazil. It was organized by strapless pioneer and 2008 World Champion Mitu Monteiro. The weather could hardly have b

Wing Foil Fridays: Ozone Wasp vs. F-One Swing(Post)

Wing foiling has officially taken off. This new and exciting sport is really resonating with riders from SUP, surf, kite, wake, wind, and more. Right now knowledge is limited or skewed and choosing th

Cabrinha Swift V3 Mid-Length Board Review(Post)

Jeff and Tucker are excited to break down Cabrinha's new Swift V3. This is the third version of the Swift, and they dive into what has changed, what this board is used for, the ideal buyer in the ma

2024 Slingshot Ghost V3 with Fred Hope(Post)

Pat is at King of the Great Lakes with Fred Hope from Slingshot. They're checking out the new 2024 Ghost V3. Fred: The Ghost is our one-strut kite for the new year. You tried it today, right?

A First Glance at One-Lock, Slingshot's Screwless Hydrofoil(Post)

You arrive at the beach, and it's looking like a great foil session is in store. You grab your kit and get to work assembling it. The faster it's together, the faster you can get on the water! Y

2024 F-One Wings Sneak Peek | What's Hot in the Latest Lineup!(Post)

Christmas came early (or was it late?) for Tucker, Ryan and Jeff with a delivery of brand new 2024 F-One wings. They couldn't wait to share what the lineup looks like for this year, so this is a qu

Kiteboarding and Wing Foiling - NEW Gear for 2023 at AWSI(Post)

This is Ryan, Jeff and Cado with MACkite, and we're checking out all the latest and greatest gear for the upcoming season at AWSI in Hood River. As always, if you've got any questions, give us a ca

2026 Cabrinha Switchblade Apex vs Moto Apex | Which One Wins?(Post)

2026 Switchblade Apex When it comes to Cabrinha's 2026 freeride kite lineup, two models stand out as the flagship options for performance-minded riders: the Switchblade Apex and the Moto Apex. Both c

2023 Cabrinha Mantis and Vision Wings Review(Post)

Today we're going to have a look at the new Cabrinha Mantis v3 and Vision v1. These are two of the wings from Cabrinha for 2023, so there's some exciting stuff out there with the Vision being a n

​No Strut & Single Strut Kites vs Surf Kites(Post)

After filming this video, I realized how biased I was towards surf kites. I want to put it out there that I do have a 10m Airush Ultra I use specifically for foiling & I love it. I have wave kit