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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
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
Joint Ops - Brazil From NA BLEND!(Post)Check out the second installment of NA BLEND's JOINT OPS series featuring: Eric Rienstra, Craig Cunningham, Sam Medysky, and Brandon Scheid as they session in the Northeast of Brazil. slingshotsport
How to Install Kite Line Extensions(Post)3-meter line extensions are an invaluable tool that give you the ability to change the range and performance of every kite in your quiver. They can be added or removed to the end of your lines in a
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,
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
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
How Fast Can You Learn to Foil Drive? Hunter Lukes Has the Answer(Post)Foil Drive is one of the most amazing tools in the foil surfing world. By adding electric assist, it helps new riders get on foil without the endless paddling or tow-ins traditionally required. For
Cabrinha Switchblade Design Works 2026 Review(Post)Introduction to the Switchblade Design Works The Brazilian Brothers are back with a full-length review and final verdict on the Cabrinha Switchblade Design Works. The Switchblade itself needs no int
Josh Ku Shares Foil Drive Tips for Beginners(Post)Foil Drive has quickly become the gold standard for assisted foil surfing—hands down. But like any new discipline, the learning curve can be steep. Josh Ku, an experienced waterman, recently shared i
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
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
Cabrinha 2026 Switchblade Design Works vs. Moto Apex(Post)The Brazilian Storm The Brazilian Brothers are back for a special session in Prea, Brazil. They are joined by "The Brazilian Storm", Cabrinha international team rider Kauan Grubert and upcoming ride
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...
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
F-One Trigger Brainchild V3 with Josh Gillitt(Post)The Brazilian Brothers are back and joined by F-One international rider Josh Gillitt. Together, they're diving deep into Josh's relationship with F-One and breaking down the massive performance of t
Tucker's Zip Pod Foil Drive Mount Review(Post)Tucker is stepping out of his comfort zone of talking about wing and kite foil gear to dive into foil assist mode. He has been absolutely stoked about this new product from Zip Pod — testing it over
F-One Trigger V3 Review: Brazilian Brothers First Impressions(Post)The Brazilian Brothers are stoked to get their first impressions of the F-One Trigger Brainchild V3. This kite has just been released, and they are taking it into the water for the first time to see
Which Reedin Bar Is Right for Me?(Post)Dreamstick V2 The Reedin Dreamstick V2 is simplicity supercharged. Everyone here at MACkite gravitates towards this bar for a plethora of reasons. Auto untwist technology for the super loopers,
Vayu Pyro 4M Parawing Review(Post)Tucker has been testing the 4-meter Vayu Pyro — one of the most asked-about parawings on the market this year. Positioned as Vayu's answer to the parawing category, the Pyro is ultra-light, single-s
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
North Sonar MA1500 & SF1080 Wake Foil Review(Post)Ryan and Caden have spent plenty of time behind the boat testing North's Sonar foils, and they've found two stellar options for progression: the Sonar MA1500 V2 and the SF1080. First, you focus on t
Eleveight WFS Pro V2 vs WFS V6 Wings | Aluula vs Standard Construction(Post)Aaron catches up with Kevin Wade to break down two of Eleveight’s most popular wings—the WFS and the WFS Pro. The conversation blends real-world learning with performance-driven design details, offe
Ben Leclair in Shredtown & Quest Cable Park in Texas(Post)Ben Leclair and the 2015 Terrian While Ben Leclair may not be one of the oldest kiteboarders in the industry, he certainly shows that he is a force to be reckoned with. Riding in Texas, we see him in
Hydrofoiling: The best “Do it all” foils - Foil Fridays: EP 18(Post)The best “do it all” foils Hydrofoils have effectively entered most action watersports these days. If you, like most of us at the shop happen to partake in multiple watersports, choosing the righ
Foilboarding Sports(Post)Welcome to the beginning of our knowledge center. While we're building out this new category on our webpage, we'll be pairing our Foil Friday videos with these extensive blog posts. If you have any
Things to Know About Moses Hydrofoils - Foil Fridays EP 24(Post)Moses foils have skyrocketed in popularity this year. They are widely known as the best race hydrofoils available, but that does not exactly translate for everyday rider use. The versatility and acc
Light Wind Wing Foiling Part 2: The Best Wings for Light Wind(Post)Jeff and Tucker dive into the ever-popular question: what wing is best in light wind? Everyone wants to get up and ride, but not everyone lives where it's super windy. Often, the summer months bring
The "New Foil Guy"—Session 3(Post)The “New Foil Guy” 3rd Session / June 20th, 2017 It’s been a month since I’ve gone foiling—my bad. We’ve had an unseasonably windy spring, with much more time in the surf than usual. I make no apologi
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
Kiteboarding Video: ACQUA's Allure(Post)ACQUA: A Kiteboarding Film Slingshot's teaser for their new kiteboarding film, "ACQUA," will have you questioning everything. Why do you not own a sailboat? When will your professional kiteboarding c
Hydrofoiling: What to Ask Before You Buy - Foil Friday: EP 19(Post)Over the last few years we’ve been testing all the hydrofoils extensively- with the kite, behind the boat and in the waves. In that time, most of our staff has progressed from complete beginners to
Sessions | New Harlem Pace Wing(Post)What happens when you combine the new Harlem Pace 5m wing, Omen Flux 72L wing foil board, and the Axis ART V2 939 hydrofoil, then sprinkle in the peaceful scenery of Grand Haven's Lake Michigan s
Foil Drive MAX+ Overview: 650Wh Battery and V3 Remote(Post)Ryan has an exciting delivery from Foil Drive: the all-new Foil Drive Assist MAX+. He is unboxing it to see what's included, what everything looks like, and how things have changed with this new rel
Let's Chat: Choosing A Surf Hydrofoil(Post)Surf Hydrofoil Choices Choosing a Surf Hydrofoil Choosing a surfboard foil can be a difficult decision. Luckily, we have the gear and knowledge to help anyone choose the gear that will expedite their
Let's Chat: Nathan Choosing His 2016 Kiteboarding Wish List(Post)Growing With Kiteboarding It's time to get back into the water. As we begin to approach the kiteboarding season here in the Midwest, I start to get excited about returning to the water. Yes - others h
How to Wakefoil Without the Rope. Foil Fridays Ep 15(Post)Foiling has changed everything. With so many applications, we find ourselves practicing a lot of crossover sports.Wakefoiling included. One of the most fun aspects of the sport is the freedom of just
State of Wing Surfing and Gear(Post)Wing Surfing is the hottest new thing for SUP and hydrofoilers. If you are not already familiar, Wing Surfing uses a small inflatable kiteboard kite-looking sail that is handheld similarly to a wi
Building a Kiteboard Hydrofoil Wing Quiver - Foil Fridays EP 23(Post)A foil is no longer simply a foil. There are so many flavors of hydrofoil wings around these days and some really compelling reasons to have more than one at your disposal. The vast range in wing s
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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2026 F-One STRIKE V6 QUADX Wing
F-One
$1,269.00 - $1,909.002026 F-One STRIKE V6 QUADX Wing Freestyle / Freeride Focus Sizes: 2m / 2.5m / 3m / 3.5m / 4m / 4.5m / 5m / 5.5m / 6m You will experience immediate drive and stiffness when powering up the 2026 F-One...$1,269.00 - $1,909.00 -
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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 -
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2026 Duotone Unit Wing
Duotone
$879.20 - $1,143.202026 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...$879.20 - $1,143.20 -
2026 Ion Surf Shield Wetshirt Longsleeve
Ion
$369.992026 Surf Shield Wetshirt Longsleeve Cut-resistant (level 4) Sizes: 48/S - 50/M - 52/L - 54/XL - 56/XXL What Ion has to say: The Surf Shield Series was developed to protect watersport athletes from...$369.99 -
2026 Axis SURGE UHM Carbon Front Wing
Axis
$606.00 - $1,066.00Axis SURGE UHM Carbon Front Wing Sizes: 740 / 780 / 830 / 890 / 950 / 1010 / 1080 / 1150 / 1240 What Axis has to say: We had only one design mission with The AXIS Surge: "Reject the surf-foil status...$606.00 - $1,066.00 -
2026 Duotone Float SLS Wing
Duotone
$1,289.00 - $1,609.002026 Duotone Float SLS 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. Built specifically for...$1,289.00 - $1,609.00 -
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 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 Ion Surf Shield Boardshorts 20"
Ion
$269.992026 Surf Shield Boardshorts 20" Cut-resistant (level 4) Sizes: 30/S - 32/M - 34/L - 36/XL What Ion has to say: The Surf Shield Series was developed to protect watersport athletes from sharp fins,...$269.99 -
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 F-One Rocket Wing - S
F-One
$1,599.00 - $1,669.002026 Rocket Wing - S Feel the flow. Sizes: 4'10" / 5'0" / 5'3" / 5'6" / 5'8" / 5'10" A staple in the F-One board lineup year after year, the Wing-S gets a fresh redesign for 2026, and it’s the best...$1,599.00 - $1,669.00 -
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 Naish Chimera Foil Board
Naish
$1,011.75 - $1,439.252026 Chimera Sizes: 38L / 48L / 53L / 58L / 68L / 78L / 88L / 108L / 128L / 148L The Naish Chimera is built for those jack-of-all-trades on the beach — those who want to wing, prone, tow, or have...$1,011.75 - $1,439.25 -
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2026 Duotone Evo SLS Kiteboarding Kite
Duotone
$1,599.20 - $2,039.202026 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...$1,599.20 - $2,039.20 -
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 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 Liquid Force Nebula Foil Board
Liquid Force Kites
$799.99 - $899.992026 Nebula Foil Board Skill Level: Intermediate-Advanced Sizes: 3'8" / 4'2" What Liquid Force has to say: Launch Sequence Engaged! The Nebula is built to launch your foiling into another dimension...$799.99 - $899.99 -
2026 AK Phazer V5 Foilboard DuraTech
AK Durable Supply Co.
$1,295.00 - $1,360.002026 AK Phazer V5 Foilboard DuraTech Sizes: 110L / 125L / 140L What AK has to say: Versatile wing & SUP crossover foilboard. Perfect for heavy weight & lightwind wing riding. Surf inspired high...$1,295.00 - $1,360.00 -
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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 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 -
2026 F-One BANGER QuadX Kiteboarding Kite
F-One
$1,789.00 - $2,519.002026 F-One BANGER QuadX Kite Crank it up Sizes: 5m / 6m / 7m / 8m / 9m / 10m / 12m What F-One has to say: The result of the work of Charles Brodel, six-time kite foil world champion, the BANGER...$1,789.00 - $2,519.00 -
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 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 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 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 -
Slingshot RTS Pedestal Kit
Slingshot Sports
$29.99Slingshot RTS Pedestal Kit 2 Replacement Sleds and 4 x M6 x 25mm Torx drive bolts for the Slingshot RTS system.$29.99 -
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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 -
F-One FRIGATE V2 Parawing
F-One
$1,049.00 - $1,419.00F-One FRIGATE V2 Parawing Sizes: 2m / 2.5m / 3m / 3.5m / 4m / 4.5m / 5m / 5.5m / 6.5m What F-One has to say: Catch and Stash Speed up your ride upwind, spend more time downwinding and reach higher...$1,049.00 - $1,419.00 -
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 -
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 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 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 Naish Odyssey DW Nvision
Naish
$3,499.00 - $3,679.002026 Odyssey DW NVision Ultimate Light Weight DW Board Downwind Foiling / Paddle / Parawing Sizes: 90L / 110L / 125L What Naish has to say: Ultra-Light. Ultra-Fast. Rewrite your limits. The Odyssey...$3,499.00 - $3,679.00 -
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 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 ATOM Control Bar
F-One
$699.00 - $799.00ATOM Size: 45-52cm What F-One has to say: Feel the bond. The all-new ATOM kite bar by F-ONE delivers everything you need for a direct and responsive connection to your kite. Designed with...$699.00 - $799.00 -
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