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Today we're going to break down the Raley. This is an exciting point in your kiteboarding progression. It's a cornerstone trick that will lead to all the other tricks. This is usually the first tri ...
Ride with Blake | Basic Grabs - Indy and Tail(Post)Hey guys, Blake from Mackite here. This week we are going to go over kiteboarding grabs and give you a board grab guide. We'll eventually cover every grab from beginner to advanced so stay tuned.& ...
Let's Chat w/ Ryan H: To Foil or Not to Foil?(Post)Ryan H on Foilboarding I’ll admit it, when foils first came out I was one of the first people to badmouth them wondering why anyone would want to foil, saying it looks super boring and that ver ...
Kiteboarding Video: The Kiteboard Legacy Begins Trailer(Post)An Official Kiteboarding Movie Trailer Imagine your all-time favorite kiteboarding video. I’m guessing it’s five, maybe seven minutes long? Now imagine that favorite video 15 times the l ...
Kitesurfing Progression | How to Perform Strapless Airs on Your Surfboard, with Evan Netsch(Post)Introduction to Strapless Airs Strapless kitesurfing offers a unique challenge compared to traditional strapped methods. It involves more balance, control, and technique, making it a rewarding ...
2023 Hydrofoil Awards | See Which Foils Topped Our List(Post)Jeff and Tucker are excited to announce their top foils for 2023. Hydrofoil is one of their favorite categories because of how it allows you to take your winging to the next level, and the ...
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 trav ...
Introducing 2015 Best Kiteboarding Products(Post)We were lucky enough to receive almost the full line of 2015 Boards and Kites prior to launch, and many of the guys had a chance to ride them all before we had to send them out to Best team rider Ri ...
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 profess ...
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.
Andre Phillip Joins Slingshot and Tona(Post)The Slingshot RPM is the kite for Dre. Andre Phillip is undeniably one of the most influential riders in the industry. He is known for his consistently stylish and innovative riding, staying hum ...
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 ...
The "Walmart Wing" On-Water Test, Here's What Happened - Pt 2(Post)Tucker and Jeff Buy a Wing On Walmart Marketplace - Part 2 All right, here we are at the beach. This is Jeff at MACkite. It's not the nicest day in the world as it's raining, but it's Janu ...
Let's Chat: MACkite Foil Showdown(Post)MACkite Foil Showdown: Who Wins? If 2016 was the year of the foil (according to the ancient kiteboarder zodiac calendar), then 2017 is the year of foil refinement. Hydrofoils are being ridden for mor ...
How to Frontroll Kitesurfing / Kiteboarding Tutorial - Unhooked(Post)Today we're going to break down another must-have basic for progressing your unhooked riding: the front roll. Of all the basic moves, this might be the best looking and will give you the most bang ...
Kiteboarding Video: Richard Branson & Barack Obama Showdown(Post)Richard Branson vs. Barack Obama: A Kitesurfing Story I know, it sounds crazy, right? Perhaps it sounds like something you would read in one of the tabloids you casually glance at while in line at t ...
Kiteboards: Carbon Vs Wood - Versus w/Rygo Ep 10(Post)Part three in our kiteboard comparison series. Wood and fiberglass boards. These tend to be heavier but more, durable, and damp. What I mean by damp is that they absorb the vibrations from ch ...
Kiteboards: Flat vs Rockerd _ Versus W/Rygo Ep 09(Post)This week, we’re going to break down the difference between flat boards and rockered kiteboards. Last week, we got started with our first kiteboard comparison. We broke down small boards vs l ...
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 ...
Rygo’s Impressions of the 2016 Best Roca on a Frigid Spring Day(Post)Also check out Jake V's take on switching to the new 2016 Roca Rider Weight:179lbs Wind Speed: 16-17mph Board: 144 Cabrinha Custom CBL with RAD Bindings It was a cold 40-degree morning, with the wate ...
How I Found My Mojo With the Flysurfer MOJO Wing(Post)The Flysurfer Mojo Wing is FlySurfer’s first wing, and man—they knocked it out of the park. I used a 5.2m wing in conditions varying from 10 knots to 35. Flatwater and sur ...
Can You Mix Kitesurfing Footstraps(Post)A question we get daily from new kitesurfers is if you can mix kiteboarding footstrap brands with different boards. The quick answer is most of the time, yes. However, it might not always be a p ...
Kiteboarding RV Trip: Sessions w/Rygo Vlog 5(Post)Kiteboarding West Michigan & Northern Michigan I hope you enjoyed this episode of sessions. This Rv trip was an absolute Blast! Blake and I have been talking about doing a “Ride w ...
Foil Fridays Special Questions and Answers(Post)Since this was a special edition this article will be a little different. We will repost the initial question followed by our initial response in Youtube to the user. I will then add any additional ...
MACkite Rides: Nathan's Foilboarding in Grand Haven(Post)Foilboarding at City Beach When I think of really great starts to any day, one of the things on the short list would be foiling in boardshorts at Grand Haven City Beach, just down the street from my ...
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 ...
Rygo’s Review of the 2016 Best Roca Freeride/Freestyle Kite(Post)First Impressions with the 2016 Best Roca Rygo's Riding Conditions & Gear It was a cold 40-degree morning, with the water ranking in at a not so balmy 30 degrees. Not exactly what comes to mind ...
Kiteboarding Package Part 2(Post)Hey guys, Jake here from MACkite. Today I'm here to talk to you guys about packages. We got the kite covered, now let's go on to the board. Most boards are going to come with the board and the fi ...
Slingshot Code V1 Review(Post)Shop Slingshot Code. How's it going guys? This is Dustin and Pat from MACkiteboarding.com here to talk to you today about the new Code V1 from Slingshot. We're really excited about this ...
Kiteboards: Small Vs Large - Versus w/Rygo Ep 08(Post)The last few weeks, I’ve been experimenting with topics deviating away from kite comparisons but I haven't forgotten that they are they bread and butter of our Versus series. It’s be ...
3 Tips for Better Kite Control(Post)Today, we’re going to do one of the most important videos we’ve ever done. 3 tips to master kite control. This is part one of two, I’m going to do a second video on advanced kiteb ...
Lieuwe Awesome Review | Why This All-Around Kiteboard Lives Up to Its Name(Post)We've got a new board brand at the shop, and Jake took one of their twintip kiteboards, the Awesome, out for a spin. The brand is Lieuwe, pronounced "lee-wa". Admittedly, that's even a bit ...
How to pop kiteboarding [Unhooked] -The ultimate guide(Post)Welcome to our latest playlist: The Unhooking Fundamentals. With freestyle kiteboarding being so advanced these days, it can be overwhelming. Strangely, unhooked riding has a weird reputation. Yo ...
2025 Reedin Toasties Review | The Most Comfortable Footstraps Yet?(Post)There are a lot of nice footstraps out there these days. The North Flex and Cabrinha Source are both great choices, along with Jake's longtime favorite, the Duotone Entity Ergo. For 2025, Reed ...
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, bud ...
Let's Chat: What to Know About Hydrofoils(Post)Deciding Factors for Foilboarding Hydrofoils are being ridden for more than simply racing and are now accessible for most riders. For goodness sake, Kai Lenny is riding them without a tow on waves.&n ...
2017 North Click Bar Overview(Post)Hey guys this is Jake for MACkite and today I’m going to talk to you about the new 2017 North Click Bar. We’re going to talk about all the cool new features on this bar and figure out if ...
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 m ...
Kiteboarding Knowledge Center(Page)Kiteboarding We share our thoughts on anything and everything having to do with this amazing sport. Check out our "Welcome to Kiteboarding" intro page. Beginner ArticlesLet's get started! ...
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 ...