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Who Should Use Kite Boots and Why(Post)Should I use kiteboarding boots? This is a common question among new kitesurfers. After all, most of the pro riders use boots. Funny thing is, it's not that common on the beach. This is because shop
Brazilian Brothers Review the Mystic Vandal Pro for Kiteboarding(Post)Helmets are for kooks, right? Real kiteboarders ride with the wind blowing through their hair. Yep, tell that to an increasing number of pros and everyday riders who swear by the benefits of protect
Duotone Academy | Launching and Steering Your Parawing(Post)The Importance of Ground Practice Like any wind sport, progression starts on land. Practicing on the beach helps you understand how the parawing reacts to wind, your movements, and line tension befo
Brazilian Brothers Review the Ride Engine Empax V2 Vest(Post)You've heard that you "should" wear an impact vest, but do you really need one? And if so, what's a good one that won't get in your way? The Brazilian Brothers think they have the answer to both que
Foil Drive's New Props Explained(Post)For a long time, the black prop was just the prop. It came in the kit, it worked, and you rode it. Now, Foil Drive has dropped two new options —a blue low-range prop and a grey medium-high-range pro
Kiteboarding and Wing Foiling | Cold Weather Riding Tips for 2023(Post)Welcome back to MACkiteboarding. This is Tucker, and today we're going to talk about some tips that we have for you if you're riding in frigid temperatures. We're up here in the Great White North,
2025 Duotone Evo D/Lab LTD Blue Aluula | Turbocharged or Too Much?(Post)If you subscribe to our newsletter or follow our YouTube channel or blog, then you know that there's been a bit of hype about Duotone's new blue Aluula (which we've taken the liberty of dubbing "Blu
2024 F-One Strike V4 Wing Vs. Swing V4 | Which One is Right for You?(Post)Tucker and Jeff are back with some more winging goodness for Wing Wednesdays. Today they're looking at two wings from F-One, the Swing and the Strike. What's new with these wings for 2024? How do
Big Air Kite Test - Harlem Force / North Orbit Pro / Duotone Evo D/Lab / Cabrinha Nitro v2(Post)Today's big air kite review from Jason focuses on the Harlem Force, comparing it to the North Orbit Pro, Duotone Evo D/LAB, and Cabrinha Nitro v2. As always, he'll highlight his favorite aspects
How to Darkslide | "Ride With Blake"(Post)Excellent flatwater trick to start expanding out of your comfort zone all while incorporating other more basic trick skills We're going to keep these short and sweet. Use these steps to visualize
Flying the Duotone Stash Parawing | First Impressions and Honest Thoughts(Post)Parawings are hitting the market at a fast and furious pace, and Tucker's doing his best to get out on every one so he can share the strengths and weaknesses of each. The Stash (not to be confused w
SABfoil Sea Devil Hydrofoil | Stable with the Stab, Sketchy Without?(Post)The SABfoil Sea Devil is a wing that looks a bit like a B-2 bomber at first glance, which is pretty cool in and of itself. It's not the first monofoil to hit the market, but it's got a twist that ma
How to Give a Piggyback Ride | "Ride With Blake"(Post)This week we thought it would be fun to teach you something a little unconventional. While it's not your typical trick tip, giving a piggyback ride with your kite can be pretty fun! This is a great
2016 Liquid Force Foilboard at 2015 Surf Expo(Post)2016 Liquid Force Foilboard at 2015 Surf Expo Gary Siskar talks The Kiteboarder Magazine through Liquid Force's lineup of 2016 foilboarding products. As a recap of the 2015 foilboard, the Liquid For
How to Pack Your Hydrofoil for Travel(Post)How to Pack your Hydrofoil for travel Hydrofoils can be difficult to travel with at times. They are awkward, oftentimes sharp, and can be easily damaged. The kiteboard industry has not come up with
Kiteboarding Jumping Transition - Ride with Blake(Post)If you can do a transition and jump, then you are ready for this trick! 4 Printable Steps for the Beach Step One: Start Small The smaller you go at first, the easier this trick is. It should feel
Front Roll Better(Post)This one is for those of you that know how to do basic front roll but want to take it to the next level. This is going to be a shorter one, but we'll cover a lot of ground. So first things first: y
Jacobsen YES Kite | Jumping, Stability, and Value(Post)Introduction In this review, the Brazilian Brothers share their long-term impressions of the Jacobsen Project YES Kite after months of testing in Brazil. The focus is on the things riders actually c
Harlem Flow Surf Kite Review with Ralf Groesel & Aaron Hadlow(Post)The Brazilian Brothers sat down with two legends of the sport: kite designer Ralf Groesel and pro kiter and designer Aaron Hadlow. They dive deep into Harlem's first dedicated surf kite, the Flow, t
Mystic Block Vest vs. Majestic(Post)Hey guys, welcome back. This is Jake with MACkite. Today's At a Glance video is going to be some vest fitment. So when you're buying an impact flotation vest, every manufacturer varies slightly and
Liquid Force Launch Foilboard Review(Post)This is Ryan and Cole here from MACkite, and today we're going to talk about our first impressions on the Liquid Force Launch foilboard. We had it out the other day behind the boat, riding a ple
How to Nail the Front Roll Hand Drag with Precision Kite Control(Post)MACkite's Dave has been spending some time in Brazil working on one of his favorite transition tricks, the Front Roll Hand Drag. It's a slide type trick that's a play on the Back Roll Hand Dra
Reedin SnackPack: The Ultimate Wave Hybrid Twintip?(Post)The Brazilian Brothers were in Cape Town with Damien Girardin, unveiling a brand-new product by Reedin: the SnackPack — one that promises to take kitesurfing to a whole other level by allowing you t
Mystic Legacy Helmet | Safety Meets Surf Style(Post)For decades, wearing a helmet in the surf or on the water carried a certain stigma. It looked awkward, felt bulky, and often interfered with the natural flow of riding waves. But the level of perfor
Ride Engine Saber vs Mystic Stealth (Saber Review)(Post)This week I’m going to do a review on the Ride Engine Saber harness. To help you understand what this harness is like, I’ll be making a comparison to the Mystic Stealth Harness. This is more a review
Fanatic Sky Wing Review(Post)This spring we’ve been fortunate to test a few new wingboards. In addition to my past favorites, the Naish Ultra SUP 110L, 95L, and F-one Rocket Wing 5’4 the Fanatic Skywing 5’4” 95L has also stood
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
Brazilian Brothers First Time in Cape Town, South Africa(Post)The Brazilian Brothers kicked off their long-awaited Cape Town trip with a check-in at Fortaleza International Airport, hauling enough gear through the oversized baggage line to cover anything Cape
GKA Mykonos Part 6: Round 1 Rolls On(Post)The Brazilian Brothers are on the beach in Mykonos for the 2026 GKA Big Air Kite World Cup, and the conditions are absolutely firing. With massive gusts coming through and sand moving everywhere acr
Let's Chat: Who Is MACkite?(Post)Who Is MACkite? If you're a kiteboarder with an internet connection, then you may have already heard of MACkiteboarding.com. We've been heavy with our internet game for quite a few years now, and peop
Two Mistakes Every Kiteboarder Makes(Post)Mistake One With social media on the rise, I've noticed a lot of misinformation being circulated in kite groups, especially when a new rider asks questions. The most common myths I've seen in this a
Kite Academy Episode 1: The Essential Kiteboarding Gear(Post)The Brazilian Brothers are reporting from a windy beach in Brazil to kick off a brand-new mini-series: the Kite Academy. The goal of this series is to walk anyone who has never been in touch with ki
GKA Mykonos, Part 3: More Athlete Interviews Before the Storm(Post)The Brazilian Brothers are back on the beach in Mykonos, Greece, for the GKA Big Air Kite World Cup. They caught up with some of the biggest legends in the sport to talk about the local conditions,
2017 Cabrinha Fireball: FAQs(Post)Q - Can I use the Fireball system with a non-Cabrinha kite? A - Any Cabrinha kite that functions on the 1X system of the past few years will be absolutely A-OK. However, it might not be completely co
Three Tips for Better Kitesurfing Pop(Post)Kiteboarders are obsessed with getting more air, more height and more power into their tricks. At the end of the day, there are no shortcuts to improving skill on the water, only practice. That said,
Appletree Zapple S RIIFT Foil Assist Board Overview(Post)Appletree's New RIIFT-Specific Foil Assist Boards Tucker is joined by Wieger from Appletree Surfboards take a look at the fresh, brand-new Appletree boards designed specifically for the highly antic
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
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
My Kitesurfing Gear & Why(Post)Choosing the right gear when you are a new kiteboarder is easy. Go for an all around kite and you will be set for years to come. Choosing your second quiver of kites can take a bit more work depend
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2026 Duotone Juice D/LAB Kiteboarding Kite
Duotone
$3,689.00 - $3,989.002026 Juice D/LAB Freeride / Lightwind / Foil Sizes: 14m / 15m / 17m What Duotone has to say: The Ultimate Low-End Performer For years the benchmark in lightwind kites, the Juice D/LAB still is the...$3,689.00 - $3,989.00 -
2026 Liquid Force Stratus Carbon FuseLock Foil
Liquid Force Kites
$2,399.99 - $2,449.992026 Carbon Stratus FuseLock Foil Skill Level: Intermediate-Advanced Sizes: 950 / 1100 What Liquid Force has to say: The future of FuseLock is here! The FuseLock system gives you a second-to-none...$2,399.99 - $2,449.99 -
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2026 Slingshot Sentry V3 Control Bar
Slingshot Sports
MSRP: $749.00Now: $599.20Was: $749.002026 Slingshot Sentry V3 Kite Control System Sizes: 45 cm / 53 cm What Slingshot has to say: INTUITIVE / RELIABLE / REFINED The Sentry V3 is our do-it-all kite bar, built for Big Air, freeride,...MSRP: $749.00Now: $599.20Was: $749.00 -
2026 Starboard Above Air Inflatable Foilboard
Starboard
$1,670.002026 Starboard Above Air Inflatable Mid-length for Lightwind Wingfoil Sizes: 6'0" / 6'6" / 6'9" What Starboard has to say: The Above Air Foil range stands out as one of our riders' top picks. As a...$1,670.00 -
2026 Cabrinha Moto XL APEX Kiteboarding Kite
Cabrinha
$2,219.00 - $2,449.002026 Moto XL APEX Kite Performance Lightwind / Freeride Sizes: 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 12m The Moto XL Apex is a high performance hybrid kite built for speed efficiency and responsive control. Its 3...$2,219.00 - $2,449.00 -
2026 F-One Aluminum Mast Only
F-One
$130.00 - $170.002026 Aluminum Mast Sizes: 30cm / 45cm / 55cm / 65cm / 75cm / 85cm / 95cm What F-One has to say: The F-ONE aluminum mast can be used for all disciplines: kite, surf foil, wing foil, SUP foil and...$130.00 - $170.00 -
2026 Flysurfer HELI Kiteboarding Kite
Flysurfer
$1,470.00 - $2,205.002026 Flysurfer HELI Kite Performance Freeride Sizes: 6m / 7m / 8m / 9m / 12m / 15m What Flysurfer has to say: Turn instinct into action. You want to boost higher, loop smoother, and progress faster?...$1,470.00 - $2,205.00 -
2026 Cabrinha Rebound Front Wing
Cabrinha
$699.00 - $729.00Cabrinha Rebound Front Wing Freestyle / Kite / Big Air / Wake Sizes: 650cm², 950cm² When you're pushing your limits in freestyle winging, boosting big air on a kite, or riding behind the boat, speed...$699.00 - $729.00 -
2026 Mystic Vandal Pro Helmet Dirty Habits
Mystic
$155.992026 Vandal Pro Helmet Dirty Habits Sizes: XS-S / M-L / XL-XXL What Mystic has to say: We had a certain set of requirements when it came to designing our ideal helmet for the water. The result is...$155.99 -
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2026 AK Nomad V2 Foilboard Active Carbon
AK Durable Supply Co.
$1,799.00 - $1,879.002026 AK Nomad V2 Foilboard Active Carbon Sizes: 46L / 55L / 65L / 75L / 85L / 95L / 115L / 135L What AK has to say: Lightwind wingboard & downwind crossover foilboard. Intuitive stability, control...$1,799.00 - $1,879.00 -
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2026 Duotone Unit SLS Wing
Duotone
$1,079.20 - $1,471.202026 Duotone Unit SLS Wing FREERIDE / FREESTYLE / WAVE Sizes: 2m / 2.5m / 3m / 3.5m / 4m / 4.5m / 5m / 5.5m / 6m / 6.5m If you want high-end performance with crisp responsiveness, the 2026 Duotone...$1,079.20 - $1,471.20 -
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2026 Duotone Evo SLS Kiteboarding Kite
Duotone
$1,699.15 - $2,166.652026 Evo SLS Freeride / Freestyle / Wave Sizes: 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 11m / 12m / 13m What Duotone has to say: The Evo SLS, the ultimate performance allrounder designed for progressive riders who...$1,699.15 - $2,166.65 -
2026 North Echo Pro Foil Board
North
$1,249.00 - $1,299.002026 Echo Pro Foil Board Sizes: 120cm / 135cm New to the North lineup, the Echo Pro (PRO, PRo, Pro, pro, pro) is coming in hot for tow, kite, and wake foilers looking for a stiff and responsive craft...$1,249.00 - $1,299.00 -
2026 Naish Traverse EJ Pro Twintip
Naish
$729.002026 Traverse Ewan Jespen Pro Model Pro Freestyle / Freeride Sizes: 138cm / 144cm / 152cm If you're into boards that feel soulful, smooth, and just a little rebellious, the Traverse EJ Pro will speak...$729.00 -
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2026 Duotone Neo SLS Kiteboarding Kite
Duotone
$1,455.20 - $1,951.20Neo SLS Sizes: 5m / 6m / 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 11m / 12m WAVE Enter the Neo SLS, a kite designed for those who live for the waves and strapless freestyle. Back for 2026 with a fresh colorway, Duotone...$1,455.20 - $1,951.20 -
2026 F-One STRIKE V6 CWC Wing
F-One
$1,559.00 - $1,869.002026 F-One STRIKE V6 CWC Wing Strut your stuff Sizes: 6m / 7m / 8m / 9m When the wind drops, you can stay on the water with the 2026 F-One STRIKE V6 CWC Wing. Designed to maximize power without...$1,559.00 - $1,869.00 -
2026 F-One Aluminum Mast/Plate Pack
F-One
$349.002026 Aluminum Mast Pack Sizes: 30cm / 45cm / 55cm / 65cm / 75cm / 85cm / 95cm What F-One has to say: The F-ONE aluminum mast can be used for all disciplines: kite, surf foil, wing foil, SUP foil and...$349.00 -
2026 Liquid Force Horizon Carbon FuseLock Foil
Liquid Force Kites
$2,229.99 - $2,299.992026 Carbon Horizon FuseLock Foil Skill Level: All Skill Levels Sizes: 1200 / 1550 What Liquid Force has to say: Re-Engineered for Maximum Foiling Performance! Say hello to FuseLock – our toughest,...$2,229.99 - $2,299.99 -
2026 F-One Carbon Mast 16mm
F-One
$1,209.00 - $1,219.002026 Carbon Mast 16mm Sizes: 80cm / 85cm What F-One has to say: Ultra-stiff and durable, the F-ONE Carbon Mast 16 will bring instant feedback and direct sensations while foiling. Features: 16mm...$1,209.00 - $1,219.00 -
2026 Flysurfer SONIC 5 Foil Kite
Flysurfer
$2,360.00 - $3,045.002026 SONIC5 Sizes: 7m / 10m / 12m / 15m Big Air If you’re chasing serious airtime, controlled landings, and reliable performance in strong winds, the SONIC⁵ is Flysurfer’s answer. With its...$2,360.00 - $3,045.00 -
2026 F-One Rocket Free Downwind Foilboard
F-One
$2,119.00 - $2,809.002026 ROCKET FREE DOWNWIND It’s all downwind from here Construction: Bamboo / Carbon Sizes: 6'4 / 6'8 / 7'0 / 7'4 / 7'8 The new Free lineup expands F-One’s already extensive board range, adding...$2,119.00 - $2,809.00 -
2026 Starboard Above Foilboard Limited Series
Starboard
$1,400.002026 Starboard Above Foilboard Limited Series Wing & Parawing • SUP Foil • Prone Sizes: 59L / 73L / 90L / 101L / 120L / 136L / 143L / 155L What Starboard has to say: The Above range is our...$1,400.00 -
2026 F-One Platinium 3 Bindings
F-One
$239.00Platinium3 Bindings Sizes: S / M / L Keep your feet happy with the Platinium3 Bindings. With a dual-density EVA pad and EVA grip pattern, the edges are firm, supportive while soft underfoot, and keep...$239.00 -
2026 Harlem Thrive LiteX Kiteboarding Kite
Harlem
$3,194.00 - $3,394.002026 Harlem Thrive LiteX Kite High Performance Freeride / Light Wind Sizes: 15m / 17m What Harlem has to say: Made for Light Wind Chasers The Thrive LiteX is built for riders who refuse to miss a...$3,194.00 - $3,394.00 -
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2026 Starboard Take Off Foilboard Blue Carbon
Starboard
Now: $1,800.00Was: $2,000.002026 Starboard Take Off Foilboard Blue Carbon Wing Freestyle • Wave • SUP Foil Sizes: 30L / 45L / 55L / 70L / 80L / 95L / 105L / 115L What Starboard has to say: Tuned for performance at every stage...Now: $1,800.00Was: $2,000.00 -
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2026 North Atmos Pro Twintip Kiteboard
North
Now: $999.00Was: $1,349.002026 North Atmos Pro Sizes: 136x40cm / 138x41cm / 141x42cm / 144x43cm Big Air / Freeride Chasing your biggest boost yet? Enter the Atmos Pro. Built for big air, this twintip kiteboard is tuned for...Now: $999.00Was: $1,349.00 -
2026 Duotone Sky Style SLS Wing Foilboard
Duotone
$2,129.00 - $2,239.002026 Sky Style SLSWave / Freestyle / FreerideSizes: 4'2 / 4'4 / 4'6 / 4'8 / 4'10 / 5'0 / 5'2 / 5'4 What Duotone has to say:For 2026, the board receives a significant performance boost, surpassing...$2,129.00 - $2,239.00 -
2026 Duotone Neo D/LAB Kiteboarding Kite
Duotone
$2,909.00 - $3,459.002026 Neo D/LAB Wave Sizes: 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 11m / 12m What Duotone has to say: The Duotone Neo D/LAB is the most advanced wave kite in the Neo range, crafted with premium materials to optimize...$2,909.00 - $3,459.00 -
2026 F-One QUEST Pocket Wing
F-One
$999.00 - $1,319.002026 QUEST Pocket Wing Born to wander. Sizes: 2m / 2.5m / 3m / 3.5m / 4m / 4.5m / 5m / 6m Not a replacement for the well-received Frigate, the Quest is an extension of the F-One lineup. It’s designed...$999.00 - $1,319.00 -
2026 Naish Blur Wing Foil Board
Naish
$1,749.00 - $1,829.00Blur Wing Foil Board Sizes: 60L - 4'11" / 80L - 5'3" Wingfoil Race Fast. Precise. Unbeatable. That's the Naish Blur. With two sizes, a 60L for light days and 80L for top-end days and multiple foil...$1,749.00 - $1,829.00 -
2026 F-One Monobloc DW Tail
F-One
$479.002026 Monobloc DW Tail Feel the connection. Sizes: 85 / 95 / 105 / 115 / 125 / 135 / 136 / 156 / 176 What F-One has to say: The new Monobloc Tails DW are designed to enhance your downwind sessions...$479.00 -
2026 F-One EAGLE HM Carbon Foil Plane
F-One
$1,688.00 - $1,968.002026 EAGLE HM Carbon Plane Finally free Sizes: 690 / 790 / 890 / 990 / 1090 / 1190 / 1290 The legendary Eagle foil has been redesigned for 2026. It’s aimed at being the best “ocean surfing” foil...$1,688.00 - $1,968.00 -
2026 F-One Trigger Brainchild V3 Kiteboarding Kite
F-One
$2,379.00 - $3,069.002026 F-One Trigger Brainchild V3 Kite Sizes: 5m / 6m / 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 11m / 12m F-One Trigger V3 Review: Brazilian Brothers First Impressions$2,379.00 - $3,069.00 -
2026 F-One Rocket Wing Crossover Carbon
F-One
$2,499.00 - $2,749.002026 Rocket Wing Crossover Carbon The Quiver Killer Sizes: 5'2" / 5'4" / 5'6" / 5'8" / 5'10" / 6'1" / 6'4" What F-One has to say: The ROCKET WING CROSSOVER CARBON is F-ONE’s board for riders who...$2,499.00 - $2,749.00 -
2026 F-One Aluminum Mast Pack TITAN 2
F-One
$518.00Aluminum Mast Pack Titan 2 New Titan Connection Sizes: 65cm / 75cm / 80cm / 85cm / 95cm The new Titan 2 connection system is F-One’s evolution of the mast-to-fuselage connection, built to meet the...$518.00 -
2026 Omen Flux V2 Foil Board
Omen Foils
$1,790.00 - $2,390.002026 Omen Flux V2 Foil Board Sizes: 34L / 40L / 50L / 60L / 72L / 84L / 96L / 108L / 120L What Omen has to say: The Flux V2 is 100% dedicated to progressing your wave foiling. While the design...$1,790.00 - $2,390.00 -
2026 Axis TEMPO Front Wing
Axis
$1,006.00 - $1,237.00Axis TEMPO UHM Carbon Front Wing Sizes: 890 / 920 / 960 / 1020 / 1090 What Axis has to say: Tempo is the ultimate weapon. The Tempo foil range is not a simple upgrade - it’s a revolution and a...$1,006.00 - $1,237.00 -
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2026 Slingshot Ghost V4 Kiteboarding Kite
Slingshot Sports
MSRP: $1,209.00 - $2,009.00$967.20 - $1,607.20Slingshot Ghost V4 Sizes: 3m / 4m / 6m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 12m / 15m / 17m KITE FOILING / WAVE / LIGHTWIND FREERIDE One kite to rule them all — that's what the Slingshot Ghost V4 is all about. With a...MSRP: $1,209.00 - $2,009.00$967.20 - $1,607.20 -
2026 F-One SUSHI Carbon Front Wing
F-One
$1,189.00 - $1,479.002026 F-One SUSHI Carbon Front Wing Sizes: 620 / 680 / 740 / 820 / 920 / 1020 What F-One has to say: Let it roll The new SUSHI by F-ONE is all about roll and control. Designed for riders who want to...$1,189.00 - $1,479.00 -
2026 F-One Monobloc Carving Tail
F-One
$419.002026 Monobloc Carving Tail Sizes: 123 XS cm² / 138 XS cm² / 158 XS cm² / 178 XXS cm²/ 198 XXS cm² / 158 XXXS cm² What F-One has to say: The new Monobloc Tail Carving range brings together the best...$419.00