1330 results for 'retain materi model 2023'

Harlem Thrive LiteX 17m | Hadlow Throws Tricks in 10 Knots(Post)

If you've ever stared at your wind app, watched the forecast hover around 8–10 knots, and talked yourself out of a session—this kite was built specifically for you. The Harlem Thrive LiteX is a purp

Lift5 4'9 eFoil Overview(Post)

Eli from MACkite is joined by Corey from Lift to take a look at the Lift5 eFoil. This is the flagship model within the Lift Foils lineup, and Corey explains why that is, and who might be interested

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

F-One Trigger vs. Harlem Thrive | Brazilian Brothers(Post)

At first glance, the 2025 F-One Trigger and Harlem Thrive seem pretty similar. Both are big air kites designed by Ralf Groesel and made at his Brainchild facility, have amazing digitally printed gra

North High-V Split Kit | From Low-V to High-V in Minutes!(Post)

Have a low-V (or low-Y) bar that you want to use with a kite that works best with a high-V bar? There's no need for a whole new bar- for just a few bucks and a couple minutes of your time, you can c

HANNAHROK - Hannah Whiteley(Post)

Check out Hannah's response to all the haters out there and their comments about Hannah's High Heel Kitesurfing video. Yes we agree Hannah you do rock! From Hannah: Hannah Whiteley; Professional Kit

2026 Cabrinha Mantis Apex Wing Explained | Brendan Healy on Design and Features(Post)

Aaron: Hey guys, I'm Aaron at MACkite. Welcome to the show this morning! We've got Brendan Healey from Cabrinha here, and we're stoked to talk about the new 2026 Cabrinha Mantis Apex wing. Brendan,

Chris Bobryk's Kites(Post)

Chris rides for Eleveight Kites, so naturally his kite choices will come from their lineup. That said, they have a few models to choose from, so we'll break down his kite choices and when he uses th

Ralf Groesel Interview (Part 2): Have We Reached the Peak of Kite Perfomance?(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back for the second part of their interview with Ralf Groesel to pick his brain about kite design. As one of the industry's leading designers, Ralf shares his insights on

Brazilian Brothers Review the 2026 Cabrinha Nitro(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back with a special review of the 2026 Cabrinha Nitro. The Nitro is a five-strut big air kite, and after riding it in Brazil for several weeks, they're ready to walk throu

Welcome to Winging(Page)

Congratulations on taking the plunge, and welcome to winging! We’re super excited to help you rock this new sport, and we’ve created this basic guide to start the process. Getting Started: One of...

Reedin x Brainchild Collab: Performance and Sustainability(Post)

Reedin has always done things a little differently, so it's no surprise that they've embraced the emerging technologies offered by Brainchild. This exciting collaboration is going to benefit kite

ION Surf Shield Wetshirt Review(Post)

Tucker took a break from his normal wing and parawing foil testing to talk about some new apparel with cool applications for foilers: the new ION Surf Shield Wetshirt, also referred to as the Fearle

Jaime Herraiz: A brief history(Post)

Jaime Herraiz is a seasoned kiteboarding professional, widely recognized as one of the pioneers of the sport. With years of experience under his belt, Jaime has become a household name in the ki

Brand Compatibility Chart(Page)

Mixing Kites, Control Bars, & Straps/Handles Mixing kites, control bars, and kiteboards are common in kiteboarding, especially as you upgrade gear or build a quiver over time. In many cases, a...

Coolest Wind Chart in the World!(Post)

Windyty - One of the coolest, most beautiful, and most user-friendly weather programs around! This may be the coolest wind chart we have came across. Play around and see what it is doing at your loca

Starboard Above vs. Take Off | Downwind Days or Freeride Fun?(Post)

Welcome to another edition of Versus! This time we're looking at a couple Starboard foilboard models: the Take Off and the Above. While they're both for foiling, they do have some important differen

Light Wind Wing Foiling Part 1: Choosing the Right Board(Post)

Jeff and Tucker are kicking off a three-part video series dedicated to light wind riding. If you live somewhere in North America — or anywhere else — where there isn't always a lot of wind, you stil

2024 Dakine Renegade Ultralight and Pyro Harnesses with Connect Spreader Bars(Post)

Aaron has caught up with Daniel Ware from Cabrinha at the King of the Great Lakes Test Fest to chat about some new harness offerings from Dakine. Aaron: Daniel, what have you got for us, buddy?

Winds of Change: The 2018 North Rebel Kite(Post)

2018 North Rebel Product Clip Diehard North Rebel fans—take a deep breath—everything is going to be OK. Your 2018 North Rebel kite is now a 4-line powerhouse! For many years, we have been recommending

Unboxing the 2024 Cabrinha Mantis Wing | NEW Rigid LE Surf Handle(Post)

Jeff and Tucker have just unboxed the new 2024 Cabrinha Mantis. The Mantis has consistently received high marks from the team, and they're excited to see what this year's model brings to the table

Brazilian Brothers x Ralf Groesel Interview: Part 1(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers were able to meet with Ralf Groesel, the founder of Brainchild Production. This is the first section of a multi-part series of interviews where we dive into the vision and inn

Foil Drive Gen 2 Assist MAX and Assist Slim Overview(Post)

Shop Foil Drive. Join Pat from MACkite as he unveils the cutting-edge Foil Drive Gen 2 Assist, a monumental upgrade to the foil assist system that's set to transform your foiling experience. Pa

2019 Slingshot RPM VS 2018 - Complete review(Post)

A review of the 2019 Slingshot RPM Slingshot is hyping up the new RPM hard and their videos are hilarious. However, they do leave some questions at hand. Namely, what can you expect from the new RP

10m Roam Aluula Foiling Review(Post)

The Roam is Ocean Rodeos Surf kite and if you kite foil, you know up until brands started developing foil specific kites like the UFO, Surf kites were a popular choice among foil enthusiasts. You mi

2018 Cabrinha Switchblade Overview(Post)

2018 Cabrinha Switchblade Overview The 2018 Switchblade remains the kite we know and love, with a few new updates. Today I’m going to be discussing with you the new 2018 Cabrinha Switchblade. The Swi

Ozone's Patent Pending 2024 Fusion Wing | A Dual Skin, Ram Air, Race Machine?(Post)

The 2024 Ozone Fusion takes wing design in a very different direction. While other wings are built like LEI kiteboarding kites with an inflatable frame and single skin canopy, the Fusion is based

Brazilian Brothers Review the 2026 Cabrinha Switchblade(Post)

Whether you're new to the kiteboarding scene or are an old-timer who learned on a C-kite, chances are you've heard of the Cabrinha Switchblade and perhaps have even owned one or two. The Brazilian B

2024 F-One Rocket SUP Downwind Pro Meets the NEW Jam Series Pump Foil(Post)

Tucker from MACkite is with Billy of F-One and Manera at the 2023 King of the Great Lakes Test Fest checking out some hot new gear for foiling. What is it? Is it for you?F-One Rocket SUP Downwind

Duotone Evo D/LAB vs. Harlem Thrive(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers love big air kites, but they also know that they're not all created equal. They'll all boost you high enough to pull some impressive moves or just enjoy the view from up there

Sunova Foil Drive Trench Board Review(Post)

Ryan and Hunter chat about the all-new Sunova Foil Drive Trench board, designed specifically to integrate with Foil Drive systems, offering a dedicated space for the motor unit and battery. Three Di

Kiteboarding | Crafting the Harlem Force Kite with Sustainability and Performance(Post)

Unparalleled Performance Meets Unmatched Sustainability The kiteboarding industry is on the brink of a revolutionary shift, spearheaded by the introduction of the Harlem Force, a product of Harlem

Airush Ultra Team V5 Kite Review(Post)

The Ultra Team V5 from Airush takes the concept of kite foiling efficiency further, introducing a design change that directly targets airflow, stability, and drive. Jeff spent some time with Will du

What's Next at Cabrinha: Pat Goodman on Aluula and Bar Design | Part 2(Post)

In Part 1 of our interview with Pat Goodman, Pat compared Cabrinha's kite lineup, breaking down the Drifter, Switchblade, Nitro, and Moto X, and what each design is really built to do on the water.

2025 KT Ginxu Super K Review | Why This Isn't Last Year's Board(Post)

Mid-length, or "midi" boards, have gained a lot of traction in the past couple years. They're versatile and often make a great second board for progressing foilers. The KT Ginxu Super K was released

What We Got Wrong About the 2025 Duotone Evo D/Lab LTD(Post)

Jake's back with a quick follow-up to add some more details about the Limited Edition Evo D/LAB, specifically the blue Aluula material. Why Is the Blue Aluula Really a Limited Run? Initially, the gu

North Code Zero - On the Beach With Matt Aiken(Post)

What's in a Name? Matt: Probably the most exciting new kite that we have is the new Code Zero. You're probably wondering why a one-strut kite is called "Code Zero". It's a little callout to our

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

The 2015 Slingshot Turbine Lets You Ride in the Lightest of Winds(Post)

2015 Slingshot Turbine Lightwind Kite Slingshot's goal has always been to design gear that will allow anyone to get out on the water in any riding condition. The  2015 Slingshot Turbine is re-defini

Ensis Roger Review | Is This the Ultimate Parawing for Your Kit?(Post)

Tucker just got off the water with the Ensis Roger parawing and... wait. Didn't we just have that Arctic blast? Wow, that's... dedication? Madness? A bit of both? Anyway, the pictures don't lie, and