832 results for 'hard'

Joe's Moses 637 420 Review Experience(Post)

I know I know, this foil has already been out 2 years. So! I've owned this foil for nearly a year, and finally got up the nerve this weekend to try it to get over my night terrors of it. It's been bug

2022 Duotone Neo SLS vs Dice SLS | Comparing Wave Performance(Post)

The 2022 Duotone Neo SLS and Dice SLS are two very amazing kites, and they’re both a lot of fun for kitesurfing in waves. Yes, they are very different in design and have different strengths and weakn

Kiteboarding Basics: Pre-Load and Pop(Post)

Yeah, what's up guys? I'm Rygo. I'm Ewan. And we're down here in Brazil. We got some clips when we were in Hood River. I didn't film these, Brad Strom--thank you, Brad--filmed these, and we've

Duotone Team Riders Boost to the Top in Red Bull King of the Air 2024(Post)

With Andrea Principi back on the water to defend his crown and the first-ever Women's Division being added to the event, the 2024 Red Bull King of the Air in Cape Town was one for the history books.

Cold Water Riding Tips from Tucker(Post)

Unless you're lucky enough to live somewhere that's warm year-round, your cold-weather options are to suit up or stay home. Vacations to someplace sunny are also nice, but most of us can't pack up a

WIngfoiling Jibe Basic(Post)

The Jibe is the first transition you need to learn in wingfoiling. Like everything wing, I encourage you to watch this video and practice the wing movement on the beach before taking it to the water.

The "Walmart Wing" On-Water Test, Here's What Happened - Pt 2(Post)

Tucker and Jeff Buy a Wing On Walmart Marketplace - Part 2 All right, here we are at the beach. This is Jeff at MACkite. It's not the nicest day in the world as it's raining, but it's January 17th

2018 Liquid Force Legacy—The Freerider's Kiteboard(Post)

With so many freeride kiteboards on the market, it’s hard to choose between them all, right? The 2018 Liquid Force Legacy is one of those all-around freeride kiteboards that bridges the gap for a wid

Slingshot PTM 899 Front Wing Overview(Post)

Welcome back to MACkiteboarding Foil Fridays with Tucker. Today we're going to look at a fun new release, the Slingshot Phantasm 899 PTM Front Wing. It is a high-aspect wing, and it's very thin

Fliteboard eFoil Lineup Review: Air, Scooter, Pro, Ultra(Post)

Eli from MACkite is joined by Ben from Fliteboard to walk through the current Fliteboard lineup and discuss how to choose the right board for your experience level and riding goals. The Flitescooter

The Casati Brothers on Back-to-Back Titles & the Harlem Thrive V2(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers caught up with the Casati family, a true powerhouse of kitesurfing. Lorenzo and Leo Casati are both World Champions, with Leo just taking a back-to-back win for the family aft

Kiteboarding Transitions: Toeside Backflip(Post)

Today we are going to go over how to Toeside backflip transition. This is the second video in our intermediate to advanced transition playlist. Normally we focus on beginner and intermediate level t

2022 Cabrinha Contra Review(Post)

Today we're going to review the new 2022 Cabrinha Contra. The Cabrinha Contra has always been one of my top two favorite light wind kites. I've been using it on and off for probably a good five yea

Slingshot's 2026 Glide Craft V1 and Flow Craft V2 | Easy Progression and Surfy Performance(Post)

Slingshot has designed a couple new foilboards for 2026, and Tucker and Jeff are pretty excited about them. When you think of Slingshot's Craft line of boards, you might envision a chicken nugget sh

2025 Reedin SpaceAgency | Aggressive Rocker + Smart Flex = Freeride Fun!(Post)

The Reedin SpaceAgency was one of Jake's favorite twintips last year, so he was excited to get on this year's. Much to his delight, not too much has changed, so it's still an absolute ripper. If you

Kiteboarding: Handplant Transition(Post)

Heads up. We do not recommend you try this with solid objects. This is a very advanced trick. Today we are going to go over how to do a handplant transition. This is the first video in our advanced

2026 Cabrinha Mantis Apex Wing Ride Review(Post)

Dead center along Michigan's west coast you'll see two little bumps sticking out into the lake. They're great places to go when the wind isn't cooperating anywhere else, and Tucker got a nice sessio

Duotone Ventis 2025 | What's New?(Post)

If you're familiar with Duotone's Ventis, you know its specialty is freeriding in light wind. The 2025 release features significant advancements for riders who want effortless performance. What's

Fanttik NEX L1 Pro 3.7V Driver | The Ultimate Tool for Easy Hydrofoil Assembly?(Post)

Aaron from MACkite has picked up a tool that he hopes will cut a little time to get his hydrofoil from the car to the water. It's the Fanttik NEX L1 Pro 3.7V cordless driver. Time to unbox it and

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

​Kiteboarding Progression: Breaking Plateaus(Post)

I get asked all the time, “How do you keep progressing” or “How do you stay motivated”? These are completely valid questions. Most kiteboarders will experience plateaus in their progression or times w

2023 Duotone Entity Ergo Footstraps | Unboxing and Assembly(Post)

Welcome back to MACkite. This is Jake, and today I have the 2023 Duotone Entity straps. These have been a favorite of mine, so let's crack them open and see what is new.What's in the BoxLike mo

Let's Chat: 2017 North Neo w/ Jake(Post)

Jake on the 2017 North Neo The Neo is known as North's go-to wave kite but in all reality, it is much much more than that. What most people don’t know is with a slight tweaking of the bridle it becom

How To Size Your Ride Engine Harness | A Quick Guide(Post)

With the amount of harness and spreader bar combinations, getting the right size Ride Engine can feel daunting. The good news is when you nail it, you get a precise, comfortable fit that translate

Kiteboarding Fitness with Chris Bobryk(Post)

The Chris Bobryk interview, Today, we are flying over to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida and heading over to Miami. Palm trees, sunshine, and blue skies... what's not to love?! We're going to check in with

2023 Cabrinha 03 Wing Lineup!(Post)

Cabrinha 03 Wing Highlights with TuckerWelcome back to MACkiteboarding. This is Tucker, and today I'm going to talk to you briefly about some of the exciting new products in the 2023 Cabrinha launc

Aaron Hadlow Interview: Inspiration Behind the Hadlow Pro & Descent(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers met up with freestyle legend Aaron Hadlow in Taiba, Brazil, for a special release from Aaron and Harlem. Harlem has just come out with the Hadlow Pro kite and the Descent boar

Three Things Holding Back Intermediate Foilers(Post)

Jeff and Tucker are jumping into the intermediate zone of a foiler. When you hit that intermediate stage, you might think you're a pro now, able to handle any conditions. You've made it past the beg

Foil Tricks: Foot Drag On Your Hydrofoil - Ticket to Glide Ep 06(Post)

The foot drag is an entry level hydrofoil trick that feels amazing and doesn't take too long to learn. If you know how to sit on your foil, you're already halfway there.   We recommend you download t

​How to Choose a Duotone Surfboard(Post)

Quick Reference Guide Pro Voke - Best for Strapless Freestyle Pro Fish - Best for Progression & lightwind Pro Whip - Best all Around Pro Wam - Best Surf Feel and Wave Variety Pro Session - Big Wave

How to Pump Better Hydrofoiling(Post)

Success in foil surfing is not the number of waves caught but how well one surfs the waves they do catch. - Ewan Jaspan.  Hey there, I'm Ewan Jaspan. Today we're going to look at a bit of surf f

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

Ride with Blake | How to Ride Your Kiteboard Upwind(Post)

Hey folks! In the latest installment of MACkite’s Ride With Blake series, Blake Olsen chats about how to ride upwind - a critical skill in the learning process of kiteboarding for beginners. Blake: T

Latest Lightweight Kite and Wing Canopy Materials(Post)

This is Pat and Aaron with MACkiteboarding.com talking today about some kite and wing materials. We've got five different materials that have become the industry standard, and a bunch of different

3 Essential Tips for Learning to Foil Dock Start(Post)

Tucker and Ryan are here to bring you a quick summary of their top three tips for learning to dock start. Keeping it simple is key when you're first getting into this part of the sport. Find a Prope

Let's Chat: 2018 Ride Engine Hex Core Harness(Post)

2018 Ride Engine Hex-Core Is it worth the upgrade? With the 2018 Ride Engine release, the Hex-Core is on its third iteration since production moved from Coleman Buckley’s garage. And without a doubt,

Cabrinha XCaliber - Wood vs Carbon Kiteboards(Post)

An interview with Evan on his choice boards! The Cabrinha Xcaliber, one's carbon, one's wood. Depending on the day, depending on what I'm doing, I'd use either one of these as my go-to boards fro

Fliteboard Flitescooter: The Easiest Way to Start eFoiling(Post)

Eli walks us through the Fliteboard Flitescooter. Everyone is looking for the easiest way to start eFoiling, and the Flitescooter is probably the easiest option out there right now. Eli got to ride

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

2024 Duotone Sky Series Wingboards Overview(Post)

Tucker and Jeff chat about the new Sky Series Wingboards. You may be familiar with these as the Fanatic Sky boards, but they've been rebranded to Duotone for 2024. Find out what else is new