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Best Kiteboarding's James Ropner Gets Lifted(Post)

Get Lifted In this series opener, James Ropner pulls out all of the stops on his 2015 Best Cabo, a kite designed for surfing and freeriding in the waves. Check out his video as he rips, jumps, and c

Do Kitesurfing Fins Matter?(Post)

Kitesurfing fins come in a variety of sizes, from 10mm to 50mm or so. Fins are an often-overlooked part of gear, but they can make a huge difference in how your kiteboard responds and how it feels o

3 Must Have Safety Accessories for Foiling(Post)

Foiling is here, and it is awesome. The feeling, almost indescribable. If one were to try, maybe the feeling of flying over Agrabah on a magic carpet would come close to capturing the magic. And, lik

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

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

Nick Baines Interview - Repping for Reedin and Jumping the Avon Pier(Post)

Pat: This is Pat with MACkiteboarding.com here with Nick Baines.Nick: Hey guys. I'm Nick Baines here with Reedin USA in the Outer Banks of North Carolina.Pat: So Nick, how did you end up getting i

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

Duotone Select vs Jaime(Post)

So you’re looking to pick up your next board. You’ve looked around and heard good things about the Duotone twintips. Supposedly they are lighter, snappier and unique on the water. You went online, d

​Flight Aluula VS SLS First Test(Post)

The shop asked me to try to compare Duotone's SLS kites and the Aluula kites from Ocean Rodeo. I've decided to do a couple videos on this to share my experience and that of friends who tried it. I wa

Jake Reviews: Trainer Kites(Post)

Jake Reviews Kiteboarding Trainer Kites You may have heard of Jake. Perhaps it was for his friendliness, or the fact that he gives some of the best deals in the shop. Either way, Jake has decided to

2016 Ride Engine Harness Overview with Alex Fox(Post)

2016 Ride Engine Harness Overview Ride Engine’s Armor harness features a revolutionary design that will forever change expectations of how a kiteboarding harness should look, feel and perform. The co

Kitesurfing Butterslide(Post)

The idea behind this video is to work your way into powered, stylish Butter Slides. These are an easy trick, but they do take a little leg strength. That means your first Butters will be low and qui

North Orbit Versus North Reach—Mr. Jeff's Take(Post)

I have had over 300+ sessions over the past two years on North kites and the Reach is what sold me on the “new” North brand. I would like to share the top 3 characteristics of the Orbit and Reach,

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

Manera Magma Hooded 5.4.3mm Wetsuit - Post Session Review(Post)

This is Pat with MACkiteboarding.com here to talk about the Manera Magma 5.4.3 wetsuit. I'm going to review the warmth of the wetsuit, the fit, the conditions I was out in, and my first impression

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

Best Kiteboarding Goes Back to the Future(Post)

Back to the Future by Best Kiteboarding One of the most important movies to ever grace pop culture has now coupled with our favorite sport. Hit 88mph in your Delorian, and you're ready to visit the fu

​Foilboarding Intermediate Transitions: Jibe W/ Stance Change(Post)

The Gybe with a stance change is the second transition you should work on in your hydrofoiling journey. It's not the most difficult transition but this one is going to take some practice on your end

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

Wing Foiling | How to Start on Small Boards | Duotone Wing Academy(Post)

Starting with a small board in the sport of wing foiling can be a thrilling yet challenging experience, especially under lighter wind conditions. This comprehensive guide by Duotone Wing Academy wil

Quick and Easy Bar Tuning Fix(Post)

You just got a brand new kite, complete with the latest bar and fresh lines, and you've had some amazing sessions on it already. But now something seems a bit off. The kite feels sluggish and even w

MACkite Rides: Nathan's Foilboarding in Grand Haven(Post)

Foilboarding at City Beach When I think of really great starts to any day, one of the things on the short list would be foiling in boardshorts at Grand Haven City Beach, just down the street from my h

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

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 AFT Kite: Designer Notes with Damien Girardin(Post)

Straight from the windy beaches of Cape Town, Damien Girardin sat down with the Brazilian Brothers to walk them through the massive updates for this 7th generation kite. If you have been following R

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

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 sui

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 fo

Reedin SnackPack | Why Kiters Are Calling it the Funnest Board in Years!(Post)

At the 2025 King of the Great Lakes event on Lake Michigan, the MACkiteboarding crew got an early look at one of the most interesting new concepts to hit kiteboarding in a while—the Reedin SnackPack

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

How to Choose Your First Kiteboarding Kite Size (With Chart)(Post)

This is going to be another quick, information-packed blog. I wanted to cover a question we get almost daily: How do I pick the right size kite? This video is aimed at new riders, but I will address

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

2024 North Orbit Kite Overview(Post)

What's Old Is NewWe have the 2024 North Orbit here. North is going in a new direction with their branding, and I am excited about it because they're bringing back the old school North Sails. A lot

Let's Chat: Nathan Choosing His 2016 Kiteboarding Wish List(Post)

Growing With Kiteboarding It's time to get back into the water. As we begin to approach the kiteboarding season here in the Midwest, I start to get excited about returning to the water. Yes - others h

Pop to Toeside / Air Krypt Kiteboarding(Post)

This week's tip is going to be short and to the point. It’s a stylish variation of the pop and an important movement pattern that builds on many things for later on in your progression. This will be

How Do I Learn to Kiteboard?(Post)

Learning to kiteboard consists of three initial steps: Learn to fly a two line / four line kite. No matter how strong your board skills are, they are useless until you learn how to fly a kite. Train

Slingshot Asylum V6 kiteboard(Post)

This is Dustin and Pat from MACkiteboarding.com here to talk about the brand new Slingshot Asylum V6. Let's get into it.Slingshot Asylum v6 CharacteristicsPat: We both rode this board yesterday.Dus

Kitesurfing Lesson: 5 Tips to Ride Upwind(Post)

This is Blake from MACkite here with 5 tips to help you ride upwind. Tip 1 - Twist Your Body Upwind Twist your shoulders and lean back over your back foot. This weights your back foot rather than bo

How to Assemble the Slingshot RTS Kit with Fred Hope(Post)

Fred Hope from Slingshot Sports takes us step-by-step through the setup of the new RTS Kit system, now standard with all Slingshot One Lock masts. This tool-free connection system is designed to mak

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