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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

Kiteboards: Carbon Vs Wood - Versus w/Rygo Ep 10(Post)

Part three in our kiteboard comparison series. Wood and fiberglass boards.  These tend to be heavier but more, durable, and damp. What I mean by damp is that they absorb the vibrations from chop muc

Brazilian Brothers Review the YES Kite(Post)

The YES Kite is the first freeride model from the Jacobsen Project, Nick Jacobsen's own brand. Known for sending himself off cranes, buildings, and just about anything tall, Nick has spent decades p

How to Choose Your FLITELab FLUX Stabilizer and Fuselage(Post)

Tucker is joined by Adam Bennetts from FLITELab to answer a common question: once you've picked your front wing, discipline, and board, how do you choose the appropriate stabilizer and fuselage in t

KT Foiling Solus, Atom Tail and Apex Mast Review(Post)

KT Foiling Kit Overview Tucker brings a review of a new foil setup that turned out to be surprisingly good and is now close to his heart: the KT Solus front wing, Atom tail, and Apex mast. If you're

Tips & Blog(Page)

Outside of just selling gear, we also ride it! Well, the vast majority of it... and then we shoot a video or write about it.Interested in a particular topic? Try any of the links below to start...

Ocean Rodeo Flight | to Aluula or Not to Aluula(Post)

 Everywhere I go the question comes up, “is Aluula really worth the extra cost?” Well, cost aside, let's focus on the performance and then you make the call.I got the chance to test two of my favorite

2023 Sabfoil Hydrofoil Lineup(Post)

For 2023 Sabfoil (previously Moses foils) has cut through the confusion of their massive lineup of foils and parts. Most notably, their front wing selection. Rather than reading spec sheets un

Foil Drive: 40% longer run time with High Power Motor and Battery!(Post)

  Foil Drive has launched an exciting new product lineup featuring the High Power (HP) Motor and HP Battery, designed to enhance thrust, efficiency, and overall performance. This tech talk aims to br

How to Travel Like a True Kiteboarder(Post)

Whether you’re learning to kite, ride on vacations, or you’re an experienced kiteboarder… we all have one thing in common: We love to kite. And we all know that there’s a world full of beautiful kite

First Look and Review - Cabrinha AV8 Freeride Kiteboarding Kite(Post)

Freeriders, foilers, jumping junkies, take note.... Newly released from Cabrinha for the 2020 season is the new Freeride kite, the AV8.  It is designed for maximum power and efficiency in a user-fr

Which Complete Wing Foil Package is Right for Me?(Post)

If you're thinking about learning to wing foil, you may be wondering which foil package is right for you. In this blog post, we'll help you understand the key factors to consider when making your dec

Big Air Kiteboarding Basics, Episode 1: Learning and Perfecting Your Kiteloop(Post)

David is kicking off a new series focusing on big air. He's not an expert in big air, but rather an experienced kiteboarder who's ready to progress his skills. If you're ready to delve into big

Reedin Wing Foil Package Overview: Built to Learn, Designed to Progress(Post)

A Carefully-Crafted Entry Into Wing Foiling If you've been eyeing wing foiling but feel overwhelmed by cost, gear choices, or the learning curve, Reedin has the answer: a complete package designed t

Choosing Your First Kiteboard(Post)

Today we are talking about choosing your first kiteboard. I'm going to go through what I think the best flow is, then I'm going to delve a little bit into the philosophy, and finally we're going to

Ozone Afterburner V1 Review: The Fastest Parawing Yet?(Post)

The Rapid Evolution of Parawing Tech Jeff and Tucker dive into the brand new Ozone Afterburner V1. The name itself gets people thinking, and it suits the wing perfectly. The parawing industry is gro

Foil Drive MAX+ Review(Post)

Ryan and Hunter have been testing the all-new Foil Drive MAX+. This new unit is officially replacing the Foil Drive MAX in the lineup, taking the system people know and love and giving it a major up

Parawing Gear | Boards, Foils, and Wing Sizes That Work Best(Post)

Whether you call them "hand kites" or "parawings", these soft foils are gaining a lot of momentum for their ability to get packed away and let you surf virtually hands-free without the drag of a win

Testimonials(Page)

Customer Testimonials Here at MACkite Kiteboarding, we have a customer-oriented attitude, and if these comments we've received from our customers are any indication, that attitude shows in our...

Liquid Force NV VS Cabrinha FX a Comprehensive Review(Post)

Two freestyle kites that at first glance look similar, yet are noticeably different on the water... the long-standing Cabrinha FX and the even-longer-standing, yet new to the category Liquid Force N

Foil Drive Fusion Review: Long-Term Impressions After Months in the Quiver(Post)

Ryan and Hunter have been riding the Foil Drive Fusion for a while now. Recently, they put it in their cars full-time, throwing it into the quiver to dedicate solid time to figuring out exactly wher

KT Arc Pro Carbon Board Review with Tucker & Jeff(Post)

Tucker and Jeff are taking a look at a brand new board from KT called the Arc. The board shown in the review is a sample prototype, so the graphics look a little different, but the shape and dimensi

Appletree Zapple | Is This the Best Foil Drive Board Ever?(Post)

If you've ever had a chance to ride a board that came out of the Appletree factory, you know it's something special. These boards are designed and built by the people who use them. The Foil Drive wa

Reedin Wing Pack | Everything a New Wing Foiler Needs to Get Started(Post)

Ready to start building your own wing foil quiver? The Reedin Wing Pack was designed from the ground up for exactly that moment. Wing foiling has a reputation for being a gear-heavy sport with a ste

Foil Drive Props Compared: Blue vs Grey vs Black(Post)

Ryan and Hunter have answers to your questions on when you might choose the blue prop, the grey prop, or even the black prop for your Foil Drive. Looking at the lineup of props in the Foil Drive ran

Let's Chat: Jesse Richman Joining Ride Engine's Team(Post)

Jessie Richman Joins Ride Engine Photo credit: Ride Engine Here's the latest from Ride Engine's email blast... Few fits in the kiteboarding industry could be more appropriate and well-suited than Jes

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

What Size Board and Foil Do I Need for Foil Drive?(Post)

Ryan and Hunter get a lot of questions from people wanting to pick up a Foil Drive unit who aren't quite sure if the board they have might be a good one to start with, if their current foil will wor

Tucker Interviews Naish's Nils Rosenblad(Post)

An Interview with Nils Rosenblad from Naish Kiteboarding So Naish has been in the game for a long time. When did Naish start making gear? When did you join their design team? Robby has been making his

Wing Foiling 101 | All of The Need to Know Basics(Post)

Today, we're diving into the exciting world of wing foiling. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, we've got you covered. In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you through the

Drysuit Maintenance FAQs(Post)

If you live in or travel to a cold region and like to play in the water, you've probably considered getting a drysuit. There's plenty to love about them when you're getting a session that just wouldn'

How to Easily Wakefoil Behind the Boat - Hydrofoil Beginner Guide(Post)

Hydrofoiling is huge and spans several water sports. It's not hard to see why. Whatever your sport, a foil expands the conditions that you can ride in and is a fun skill set to develop. Surfers can

Slingshot Project Drag Board Review(Post)

Jeff and Tucker got their hands on the highly anticipated Slingshot Project Drag board, bringing a little Christmas in August to the shop. The designers, including Ken Adgate, have been working on t

Getting an Online Wing Foil Lesson - Vlog #2(Post)

Yo, what's up guys? Rygo here. So, Round Two. It's a bit more brisk today. Wind's a little bit up and down, kind of on the lighter side, but there is some wind so I want to see if I can get up on th

Waydoo Gliding Wing and Folding Prop First Impressions(Post)

Welcome back to MACkite! This is Jake and Dustin, and today we have some new Waydoo accessories. We're going to give you our first impressions with the new Waydoo Gliding wing and folding prop.Ja

Learn How to Kiteboard Upwind With These 5 Beginner Tips(Post)

Kiteboarding Upwind Is Your First Beginner Milestone If you’re a beginner kiteboarder, going upwind means not walking back up the beach after each ride. If you’re jumping, you need to march upwind

Hydrofoiling: Can you change your rear wing?(Post)

Hydrofoils for action sports generally consist of a front wing, rear wing, fuselage, mast, and board connection. The front wing, board connection, fuselage, and mast get a lot of attention as ways t

DESTINATION: Mancora, Peru(Post)

There's a spot down in South America where it's summer every day and the waves break with the consistency of a perfectly timed clock. This is a spot that wave riders and kiteboarders who dream of

Foil Drive | From Humble First Sessions to Consistently Catching Waves(Post)

Ryan and Cole recently experienced the Foil Drive for the first time, and they have some thoughts they'd like to share with anyone wondering if a Foil Drive is right for them, and what to know and

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

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