The Best Kites for Learning Freestyle Hey guys! As I promised I'm going to write about my current three favorite kites for learning freestyle. Now, just because I favor these kites doesn't mean the
North Nova vs Nova Pro (2026): Which Wing Should You Choose?(Post)The North Nova has built a strong reputation over the last few seasons. It’s one of those wings that almost everyone who tries ends up liking. It’s easy to ride, balanced, and works across a pretty
How to put a Fireball Spreader Bar on a Ride Engine Harness(Post)Hi, this is Tucker from MACkiteboarding.com, and today I’m going to show you how to connect a 2017 Cabrinha Fireball Spreader Bar to a Ride Engine harness. Here we have the Hex-Core Ride Engine, and
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
The 5 Best Kiteboards for Jumping and Big Air(Post)So you’re looking to go big! One of the most fun aspects of kiteboarding is going all out at full speed and just sending it. On those days where the wind is so strong that the beach is empty except
MACkite Package Kiteboard Comparison w/ Nathan(Post)MACkiteboarding Package Kiteboard Comparison So, you're a first-time rider or buyer looking for the best deal possible, right? Well, we don't blame you. Like you, the crew at MACkite is all about ge
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
Session Impression: Two Guys, Three Sessions, and Loads of Gear(Post)Jeff is back for another session chat, this time with Skip. What did the day bring, what gear did they take out, and how did it go? How Were the Conditions? In West Michigan, windy days can be few a
2026 Lift eFoils Lineup: Lift5 F, Lift5, and LiftX(Post)Eli from MACkite is joined by Corey from Lift to go over the Lift eFoil family, including the Lift5 F, the Lift5, and the LiftX. No matter where you are in your foiling journey, there's a Lift for y
Naish Hover 112 + Thrust Surf L Review(Post)Working at MACkite has some unique benefits. Working with friends in an industry that we are passionate about makes most days feel less like “work”. The huge amount of demo gear available is also we
Kitefoiling: Best 2019 Hydrofoils for You(Post)Best 2019 Hydrofoils For You With the explosion of hydrofoil sports and new designs for 2019, even experienced riders are left with some questions. In this blog, we’ll go in-depth covering the differ
Kite Academy Episode 2: Setting Up Your Kite(Post)The Brazilian Brothers are back for episode two of the Kite Academy. In the first episode, they walked through all the gear you need to get going: a helmet, an impact vest, a harness, a kite, and a
Kiteboarding Video: Kite Horror(Post)When Kiting Heads South Kiteboarding can be considered a dangerous sport to those who do not know proper safety systems or how to self rescue. In this video, we see two kiters who had their kites col
2026 Harlem Lead Bar | Features, Lines, and What Sets It Apart(Post)If you've ever grabbed a bar and just felt instantly comfortable, like it was designed for your hands, you'll understand what the team at Harlem was going for with the Lead Bar. This isn't just anot
Four Tips to Prevent Elbow Pain When Kiteboarding(Post)The Brazilian Brothers are back to talk about a common issue for many kite surfers: elbow pain. Unfortunately, it's a type of injury that afflicts a lot of riders. While they aren't medical professi
The One-Legged Kiteboard Chick - Frances Osorio(Post)Frances Osorio Rivera is many things. In the mosh-pit of life, she’s one of those people right smack dab in the middle of it. Screaming, yelling, laughing her ass off—and making sure you do too. She
Which Wings Are Best for Riding Waves in 2025? Here's What We Recommend...(Post)If you've had the chance to foil on a wave, then you know what it's like to float on a cloud. It's an amazing feeling that'll keep pulling you back to the water every chance you get. Those sessions
Why the 2026 Reedin SuperModel A.F.T. Is Better Than Ever | Designer Interview(Post)Introduction Kevin: Sometimes people underestimate the SuperModel. Do not forget about that kite. It is an amazingly good kite. Hello everyone! It's Kevin Langeree, and thanks for tuning in to anoth
Dominican Republic with Rygo(Post)To the novice traveler, the world can appear daunting, distant and imposing. Yet with every mile interpolated into your story, it becomes just that. A piece of your story, in a way a piece of you. O
Introducing Cabrina's 2023 H Series MK2 Hydrofoil Range | A Comprehensive Overview(Post)In a recent product introduction video, Brendan Healy and Daniel Ware from Cabrina presented their Zero Three (03) collection for 2023, highlighting their new High Aspect Hydrofoil range. Their p
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
Crew Thoughts From 2016 MRA On-Hill Snow Demo(Post)What stood out the most to you this year, overall? Nate: I would say that the outstanding product was quite surprising to me. Nitro came up with a really solid deal - a no-compromise board/binding co
Kiteboarding Bar Pressure Explained: Should You Ride Light or Heavy?(Post)When it comes to kiteboarding, some people prefer light bar pressure and others like a heavier pressure. But is it just a matter of preference, or is there another reason to choose one over the othe
Why Should I Take a Kiteboard Lesson?(Post)Experience of a Lifetime - Kiteboarding is one of those amazing things you see, but always wonder what it would really be like. Here is a great opportunity to experience the thrill of kitesurfing. D
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
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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
King of the Great Lakes Test Fest 2012(Post)13th Annual KOGL Kiteboarding Competition & Gear Test Fest MACkiteboarding will be hosting the 13th annual KOGL in late September in 2013. The 12th annual KOGL Test Fest format was a smashing success
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Can I Mix Kiteboarding / Kitesurfing Control Bars(Post)I wanted to cover a topic that comes up all the time. Can, or should, you mix control bars? The short answer is yes. The long answer is... maybe. The last few years, I've used a ton of different bra
Throwback Thursday: MACkite Board Lineup 2012-2013(Post)How far back can we throw for Throwback Thursday? How about November 2012? Check out Tucker as he goes over MACkite's lineup of boards for 2013. If you've been riding a while, do you recognize any
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Hydrofoil Boards, Bolt Patterns, and Compatibility(Post)There are various ways to connect a hydrofoil to a foil board. The Plate System Alloy Standard (90 x 140mm) The most common today is the plate system. Connecting a hydrofoil to your board is simple
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2026 Duotone Rebel SLS Kiteboarding Kite
Duotone
$1,989.00 - $2,699.002026 Rebel SLS High Performance Freeride / Big Air Sizes: 6m / 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 11m / 12m / 13m / 14m You know it, you love it — the Rebel SLS. A legend in the big air world for years, the 2026...$1,989.00 - $2,699.00 -
2026 Reedin MasterModel Kiteboarding Kite
Reedin
$2,175.00 - $2,749.00MasterModel Don't Catch a Cold Up There Sizes: 6m / 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 11m / 12m 2026 Reedin MasterModel Preview with Kevin Langeree <$2,175.00 - $2,749.00 -
2026 Duotone Unit SLS Wing
Duotone
$1,349.00 - $1,839.002026 Duotone Unit SLS Sizes: 2m / 2.5m / 3m / 3.5m / 4m / 4.5m / 5m / 5.5m / 6m / 6.5m FREERIDE / FREESTYLE / WAVE Want high-end performance without going all-in on D/LAB? Meet the Unit SLS. This...$1,349.00 - $1,839.00 -
2026 AK Phazer V5 Foilboard Active Carbon
AK Durable Supply Co.
$1,900.00 - $2,020.002026 AK Phazer V5 Foilboard Active Carbon Sizes: 30L / 36L / 46L / 55L / 65L / 76L / 90L / 110L / 125L / 140L What AK has to say: Carving oriented foilboard with a surf outline. Convex nose area...$1,900.00 - $2,020.00 -
2026 North Prime Twintip Kiteboard
North
$699.002026 Prime TT Board Sizes: 136cm / 138cm / 141cm / 144cm / 148cm / 152cm What North has to say: The Prime is so much more than an entry-level board. A sweet performer in all wind and water...$699.00 -
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 -
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2026 North Mode PRO Wing
North
$983.20 - $1,247.202026 North Mode PRO Freeride Wing **Note: This product comes without handles or boom! Shiftlock Handles or Boom must be purchased separately. Sizes: 2.9m / 3.5m / 4.2m / 4.8m / 5.5m / 6.5m HIGH SPEED...$983.20 - $1,247.20 -
2026 Duotone Stash V2 Parawing
Duotone
$1,059.00 - $1,209.00Duotone Stash V2 Parawing / Downwind Sizes: 2.2m / 2.8m / 3.4m / 4m / 4.8m / 5.6m What Duotone has to say: The second generation of the Stash – our all-round single-skin parawing. Comes with...$1,059.00 - $1,209.00 -
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2025 Cabrinha Moto X APEX Kiteboarding Kite
Cabrinha
$1,143.35 - $1,390.35The all new MotoX range is a unicorn in the kitesurfing industry. Normal development practices take an already known conventional product and try to give it a boost by adding new materials, often...$1,143.35 - $1,390.35 -
2026 Reedin SnackPack Twintip
Reedin
$1,019.002026 SnackPack Twintip Have you ever kitesurfed? Sizes: 142cm / 146cm / 150cm 2026 Reedin SnackPack Overview Get$1,019.00 -
2026 Ozone LiteForce V2 Wing
Ozone
$1,639.00 - $1,689.002026 Ozone LiteForce V2 Lightwind Wing Sizes: 6.6m / 7.7m What Ozone has to say: Ozone Liteforce V2 Wing – The Ultimate Lightwind Freeride Weapon Tuned to get you riding and blasting upwind in the...$1,639.00 - $1,689.00 -
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 Duotone Unit D/LAB Wing
Duotone
$2,039.00 - $2,369.002026 Duotone Unit D/LAB Wing Sizes: 3.5m / 4m / 4.5m / 5m / 5.5m / 6m / 6.5m FREERIDE / FREESTYLE / WAVE It's back for 2026 — the gold standard of all-round wings. Built with a Aluula Gold leading...$2,039.00 - $2,369.00 -
2026 Naish Chimera Nvision
Naish
$3,299.00 - $3,449.002026 Chimera NVision Ultimate Light Weight Mid-Length Board Wing / Parawing Sizes: 68L / 78L / 88L / 108L What Naish has to say: The Chimera goes hollow. Shell Composite Construction strips the...$3,299.00 - $3,449.00 -
2026 Starboard Above Foilboard Blue Carbon
Starboard
$2,195.002026 Starboard Above Foilboard Blue Carbon Wing & Parawing • SUP Foil • Prone Sizes: 34L / 45L / 59L / 73L / 90L / 101L / 120L / 136L / 143L / 155L What Starboard has to say: The Above range is our...$2,195.00 -
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 Duotone Volt D/LAB Kite Surfboard
Duotone
$1,499.002026 Duotone Volt D/LAB Kite Surfboard Sizes: 4'11" / 5'1" / 5'3" SMALL WAVES Small waves? No problem. The Volt D/LAB is Duotone's premium small-wave board that makes the most of weak surf. The 2026...$1,499.00 -
2026 Mystic Warrior Waist Harness
Mystic
$359.992026 Warrior Waist Harness Sizes: XS / S / M / L / XL / XXL What Mystic has to say: A proven classic refined over years on the water. The Warrior has been one of our most popular waist harnesses for...$359.99 -
2026 Naish Monarch Twintip
Naish
$699.002026 Monarch Big Air / Performance Freestyle Sizes: 132cm / 135cm / 138cm / 142cm Are you looking for a twintip that is unapologetically aggressive and fine-tuned for speed, pop, and total...$699.00 -
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2026 Duotone Evo D/LAB Kiteboarding Kite
Duotone
$2,175.20 - $2,791.20Second generation high-performance Aluula Evo DLAB from DuotoneOver the past few years, the Duotone Evo D/LAB has grown into one of the most popular kites on the market. It’s the go-to choice for...$2,175.20 - $2,791.20 -
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 -
2026 F-One SPARK Kiteboard
F-One
$1,159.002026 F-One Spark TT Sizes: 134x39.5cm / 136x41cm / 138x42cm / 140x43cm BIG AIR What F-One has to say: Boost with confidence, loop with flair, and land effortlessly with the SPARK, F-ONE’s new Big...$1,159.00 -
2026 North Seek Pro Wing Foil Board
North
$1,879.00 - $2,089.002026 Seek Pro Foil Board Sizes: 4'9" / 4'11" / 5'1" / 5'3" / 5'5" The smaller, more nimble sizes of the Seek are offered only in Pro carbon construction for 2026. The next level constriction delivers...$1,879.00 - $2,089.00 -
2026 F-One STRIKE V6 Wing
F-One
$1,059.00 - $1,499.002026 STRIKE V6 Wing GOING FORWARD Sizes: 2m / 2.5m / 3m / 3.5m / 4m / 4.5m / 5m / 5.5m / 6m What F-One has to say: For this sixth generation, the STRIKE retains everything that built its reputation,...$1,059.00 - $1,499.00 -
2026 Naish Pivot Q Kiteboarding Kite
Naish
$1,499.00 - $2,299.002026 Pivot Q Performance / Freeride / Big Air Sizes: 5m / 6m / 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 11m / 12m / 14m If you're looking for a single kite that can handle freeride, big air, foil sessions, and wave play...$1,499.00 - $2,299.00 -
2026 Naish Hunt Q Kiteboarding Kite
Naish
$1,399.00 - $2,299.002026 Naish Hunt Q Kite Sizes: 4m / 5m / 6m / 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 11m / 12m / 14m What Naish has to say: When the section starts lining up, there’s no time to overthink. Just feel. Get lost in the...$1,399.00 - $2,299.00 -
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 Duotone MIDFISH Assist Board
Duotone
$1,459.00 - $1,659.00MIDFISH PRONE / DOWNWIND / WING FOIL / FREERIDE Sizes: 5'0 / 5'2 / 5'5 / 5'8 / 5'10 / 5'11 / 6'3 What Duotone has to say: The Midfish board is our go-to assist board for all our favorite foiling...$1,459.00 - $1,659.00 -
2026 Duotone Float Wing
Duotone
$1,029.00 - $1,289.002026 Float Wing Wave / Freefly Sizes: 2m / 2.5m / 3m / 3.5m / 4m / 4.5m / 5m / 5.5m Note: This product comes without boom! Fusion Boom must be purchased separately. What Duotone has to say: The...$1,029.00 - $1,289.00 -
2026 Duotone Evo SLS Kiteboarding Kite
Duotone
$1,999.00 - $2,549.002026 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...$1,999.00 - $2,549.00 -
2026 North Atmos Ultra Twintip Kiteboard
North
$1,799.002026 North Atmos Ultra Sizes: 136x40cm / 138x41cm / 141x42cm / 144x43cm High Performance Freeride The Atmos Ultra is North's lightest freeride board to date, tipping the scale at just under 2kg. This...$1,799.00 -
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 -
2026 Duotone Downwinder Slim SLS
Duotone
$2,409.00 - $2,519.00Downwinder Slim SLS Sizes: 7'6" / 8'0" / 8'6" SUP Downwind Agile and responsive, like your neighborhood hero (except for the beach). The Duotone Downwinder Slim SLS is tuned for speed, efficiency,...$2,409.00 - $2,519.00 -
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 Duotone Rebel D/LAB Kiteboarding Kite
Duotone
$3,129.00 - $3,899.002026 REBEL D/LAB BIG AIR / HIGH PERFORMANCE FREERIDE Sizes: 6m / 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 11m / 12m / 13m What Duotone has to say The Duotone Rebel D/LAB 2026 is the ultimate big air companion for...$3,129.00 - $3,899.00 -
2026 Liquid Force X Foilboard
Liquid Force Kites
$999.992026 X Foilboard Skill Level: Intermediate-Advanced Sizes: 4'0" / 4'4" What Liquid Force has to say: Next-Level Tech Meets Premium Performance The X is built tougher and stiffer, with more volume to...$999.99 -
2026 Naish Motion Nvision Twintip Kiteboard
Naish
$1,299.002026 Naish Motion Nvision Sizes: 134cm / 138cm / 142cm What Naish has to say: The Motion NVision is where high-tech materials meet the quest for fun. It has the best all-around freeride shape made...$1,299.00 -
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 Slingshot Crisis V8 Kiteboard
Slingshot Sports
$649.00Slingshot Crisis V8 TT Sizes: 134cm / 137cm / 141cm / 146cm / 151cm PROGRESSION / VERSATILE / CONTROL How would we describe a user-friendly twintip? Forgiving flex, easy learning and upwind, and less...$649.00 -
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2026 Slingshot Dwarf Craft V4
Slingshot Sports
MSRP: $969.00 - $999.00$581.00 - $799.00*Blems are cosmetic only and will not affect performance. They are still supported by the full 1 year manufacturer defect warranty Slingshot Dwarf Craft V4 Foilboard Sizes: 110cm / 120cm / 130cm /...MSRP: $969.00 - $999.00$581.00 - $799.00