1024 results for 'Eleveight XS Pro 2025'

North Mode Ultra Wing Review | Innovative Design and Cutting-Edge Materials(Post)

In today's episode of Wing Wednesdays, Tucker has the all-new 2024 North Mode Ultra. You're probably familiar with the Mode, North's speedy race wing, as well as the Mode Pro that was introduced

Event Highlights | GKA Big Air Kite World Championships Gran Canaria 2024(Post)

The 2024 Qatar Airways GKA Big Air Kite World Championships, Gran Canaria, was met with 35-plus knots of wind, ready to help boost the women and men who were competing to impressive heights. Jamie

Session Impression: Wing Foil and Parawing in Small Waves(Post)

Jeff and Ryan went out for a session together in Muskegon but had very different experiences. Ryan was on a wing, while Jeff opted for a parawing. He's had a couple hours on parawings, but it's stil

Kiteboarding Brazil With Lucas Arsenault - Sessions W/Rygo S1 Ep6(Post)

The Cabrinha Chaos vs. the FX The Cabrinha Chaos vs. the FX The northeast of Brazil has long been a destination for freestyle kiteboarders chasing perfect wind, flat water and warmer temperatures.

Four Reasons to Buy a Trainer Kite & Which One to Buy(Post)

Bit by the bug... I was bitten by the kiteboarding bug on a visit to Tarifa. I returned from Europe and decided to save up for my first kite. It took me all summer, but I managed to snag a 2009 Cabrin

Duotone Rebel SLS 2023 - What's the Magic Sauce?(Post)

Aaron: Do you want to learn more about the Duotone Rebel SLS? Let's join Ben from Duotone and find out what the magic sauce is. Ben: You know the history of the Rebel: it is one o

The 2018 North Neo—YES, Please!(Post)

The North Neo put a smile on my face the very first time I flew one a couple of seasons back. And it's only gotten better with time. New for 2018, North incorporated what they call, "flex segments",

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

Ride with Blake Invitation to Egypt(Post)

Hey guys, Blake from Mackite here, I’m reaching out because I want you to join me for a 7 day kite safari with Cabrinha Egypt! Now you may be wondering why in the world would you want to travel all

Aluminum vs. Carbon Wake Foiling Masts(Post)

"Should I ride a carbon mast or stick with aluminum?" It's a common question here at the shop, especially for those progressing in their wake foiling skills. Honestly, both have their place. We're s

Strapless Big Air Comp with the Brazilian Brothers(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers covered an exciting strapless big air competition in Prea, Brazil. It was organized by strapless pioneer and 2008 World Champion Mitu Monteiro. The weather could hardly have b

Applying Registration Stickers to Waydoo eFoil With Gorilla Tape(Post)

Quick shout out to Jeremy Byrom of eFoil Lake Powell on YouTube for a great video on how he added Registration numbers and required waterway permit stickers to his Waydoo  Secret tip for add registr

Brazilian Brothers x Max Tullet: 35 Knots in Cape Town With the Rebel D/Lab(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers caught up with world-class pro rider Max Tullet at Kite Beach in Cape Town for a session that wasn't going to be subtle. With 35 knots of nuclear wind ripping through and two-

How Do I Find a Leak in My Kite? - Liquid Force Kook Academy(Post)

Is your kite becoming soft after a session? Did you just have to swim in front of all of your buddies? It is possible you have a tiny leak in your kite. The first step of fixing this leak is to iden

Kiteboarding Gear Comparisons(Page)

Kiteboarding Gear Comparisons     There are so many choices out there when it comes to picking your gear. In a perfect world, you'd be able to test ride everything and... oh wait. We...

KT Ginxu Step-Bottom and Foil Drive Systems | A Perfect Match?(Post)

The step-bottom feature of the KT Ginxu foilboards is a big help in releasing the surface tension of the water with the board when you're trying to get on foil. You can read Tucker's review of the b

Kitesurfing Travel(Post)

Do you like kitesurfing and traveling, but can’t seem to find a reliable way to combine the two? Read on, Magellan. We have a solution. The board. Let’s start with “compact” surf shapes, like the Nort

Kiteboarding Video: Slingshot RPM and Carlos Mario(Post)

A Fresh Kite for A Fresh Rider What’s the definition of versaility? Slingshot’s newest RPM kite for 2016. And what better way to debut a new generation of Slingshot kites than with a young, Brazilian

MACkite's 12 Days of Brandmas(Post)

12 Days of interviews with 12 awesome specials. Bookmark this page to save December 8th-20thThanks for haveing a little fun with us this holiday season! For a little extra cheer, our brands are givi

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Hood River, Oregon - Destinations Ep03(Post)

Wind by Season While Hood River is windy much of the year, the most consistent and comfortable times to ride are spring and summer. The season starts to kick off in May and ends in September. Befo

Wing Foiling | Pick 5 Challenge with Tucker(Post)

It's Tucker's turn in the "Pick 5 Challenge" hotseat! Tucker rides any and all wings and foils that come through the doors at MACkite... can he really pick just five??Jeff: Tucker, if you had to

Slingshot + ASP Surf Fest!(Post)

Slinghsot + ASP Surf Fest This February marked a significant step forward for kitesurfing. For the first time in the history of kiteboarding a partnership was formed between a kiteboarding brand and t

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

Which Style of Wing Leash Is Best for You?(Post)

This is Jeff and Ryan with MACkite, and we're here to help you make the decision between a wrist leash and a waist leash for your wing. Waist Leash Pros & Cons Jeff: I prefer the waist leash. I've

Harlem Force Review | A High-Performance Kite for Active Riders(Post)

It's been a minute since we've heard from Jake. He's been busy getting some all-important daddy time with his two lovely daughters, but he recently got back on the water with the Harlem Force.

DUOTONE - The Launch of a New Brand(Post)

Welcome DUOTONE! We know that there has been a tornado of speculation and questions regarding the re-branding of the well known and loved North Kiteboarding brand.  To put it as simply as possible,

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

Kiteboarding: How to Trim Your Kite "Ride with Blake"(Post)

While not incredibly exciting, trimming your kite is important. It is imperative if you unhook, and it does help you jump better when your kite is set up correctly. Let's be honest, no one likes it

How To: Back-Roll Hand Drag(Post)

How to Back-Roll Hand Drag (From Alby Rondina) Alby Rondina, from his YouTube Channel "Pro Kite Alby Rondina" has given the low-down on how to back-roll hand drag. This easy, yet fun move proves that

Josh Gillitt Interview: From Durban to King of the Air(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers sat down with F-One pro rider Josh Gillitt, an international rider who has been pushing the boundaries of big air kiteboarding on the world stage for the past couple of years.

13 Wing Foiling Gift Ideas Under $150 USD for that Wind Guru in Your Life(Post)

Santa Ryan and his trusty elf Jeff have some gift ideas for the winger in your life. Winging can be a bit complicated with all the options to customize your foil, but these are gifts that any win

Brazilian Brothers' F-One Bandit Brainchild Review(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back to bring an exciting review of the F-One Bandit Brainchild. The Bandit has been a legendary kite in the industry for many years, and they couldn't wait to pump up thi

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

How Much Wind for Wing Foiling? A Beginner's Guide(Post)

Join us for another episode of "Wing Wednesdays", with Tucker and Jeff. Today, we'll be diving into the burning question on everyone's mind: How much wind do you actually need for wing foiling? Whil

Brazilian Brothers Interview With Reedin's Lead Designer, Damien Girardin(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers met up with kite designer legend, Damien Girardin, at the Kite Beach in Blouberg, South Africa. Here, the Brazilian Brothers pick Damien's brain about his background and years

Aaron Hadlow Interview: Big Air, Harlem Kites & Kiteboarding Evolution(Post)

From 10-Year-Old Beginner to World Champion Rubens: What's up, guys! It's the Brazilian Brothers with MACkiteboarding, and today we've got a very special guest... none other than Aaron Hadlow. We're

2016 Ion Apex & Vertex Select w/Ben Skaggs(Post)

2016 Ion Apex & Vertex Select w/Ben Skaggs Sometimes you have questions. And, well, we don't always have the answers. In those cases, it's better to get the answers from the person who would know the

Let's Ride—2018 ION Gearbags(Post)

How do you go about carrying all of your kiteboarding gear? ION has a full-featured line of “golf-style” travel bags that will surely put a smile on the face of any traveling kiteboarder. Whether it’

Duotone Tech Talk: 2026 Evo D/LAB Kite(Post)

For two years, Duotone has developed and refined the new Evo D/LAB, one of the most anticipated kites in the industry. While a predecessor of it's former design with a 3-strut Aluula construction, i

Appletree Zapple S Breakdown | Short, Fast, Foil Drive Focused!(Post)

Appletree Surfboards has built a reputation for pushing foil board design forward, and the Zapple S is a straightforward extension of that mindset. Developed inside the Appletree factory and shaped