875 results for 'note case 2026'

Jacobsen "Yes" Kite Review: First Impressions of a 3-Strut Freeride & Big Air Hybrid(Post)

First Impressions: A New Name with Serious Cred This is Jeff at MACkite, and I just got my first session on a brand new kite in the shop: the Jacobsen "Yes." Nick Jacobsen is no stranger to kiteboar

Let's Chat: 2018 North Rebel w/ Jake M(Post)

Jake M's 2018 North Rebel Review We get it, you're busy, so let's start with the TL;DR. The 2018 Rebel is everything you've loved about the past iterations, but better and now 4 line compatible. Havin

The Specs & Tech Behind F-One's FRIGATE Parawing(Post)

The FRIGATE is one of the latest pocket wings on the market, and it's definitely got the shop excited for the future of downwind foiling. For such a small wing, it's packed with plenty of features a

Do Extended Kiteboard Handles Improve Big Air Tricks?(Post)

If you've been around big air riders or have watched some videos, you may have noticed that some people use oversized handles on their boards and wondered why, and whether you need one. Known as "ex

Best Roca 2nd Impressions with Rygo(Post)

Putting the 17m Best Roca to the test. Rider Weight:179lbs Wind Speed: 13-15mph Board: 144 Cabrinha Custom CBL with RAD Bindings Wind forecasts can be fickle, to say the least. With this knowledge

MACkite Rides: Aaron w/ the 2016 North Mono Kite(Post)

2016 North Mono...Shop Tested, Aaron Approved So, a 2016 North Mono 12M showed up at the shop today. I walked in just as it came off of the truck and Jake offered first dibs. Bam; I’m out the door. G

How to Choose the Right Foil Mast Length(Post)

Jeff and Tucker dive into a majorly important part of the foil setup: the mast. With foiling experience dating back to 2013 and 2016, their thought processes on mast length have evolved significantl

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, Reedin has

Is the Waydoo Evo eFoil Worth the Upgrade? Complete Review and Breakdown(Post)

The all-new Waydoo Evo eFoil is here. How is it different from the Flyer One Plus? Does it replace it? What are the configuration options? Jake's spent a lot of time on both the Flyer One Plus a

How to Fix a Sticky Waydoo EVO Remote Trigger(Post)

If your Waydoo EVO remote trigger starts sticking or losing responsiveness, it’s usually not a major failure. In most cases, it’s just sand or debris working its way into the mechanism. We’ve seen t

Foil Drive Fusion Gen 2.5 Tilt Sensor Explained(Post)

Introduction With the launch of the Fusion Gen 2.5 system, Foil Drive introduced a refined, powerful safety feature: an integrated tilt sensor. While many riders will never think twice about it once

Kiteboarding: Who Has Right of Way?(Post)

In this weeks episode I’ll be going to my sisters bachelorette party in vegas, then I’ll be making my way to interview my good friend Kara Mulder. Kara is a kiteboarder, the author of the flight atte

2027 North Twintips and Navigator Bars Overview(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are on the beach in Mykonos with 15-year-old North rider Maxwell Dahl to get the inside scoop on the latest gear. Maxwell has been killing it on the GKA World Championship cir

Liquid Force’s Last Video on Foilboarding With the Foil Fish(Post)

Final Liquid Force Hydrofoil Tutorial: Turning and Jumping You've dominated the waters on your foilboard with the techniques given by the sultry-voiced Siskar and Sensi Graves in their first foilboar

Slingshot Project Drag Board Review(Post)

Jeff and Tucker got their hands on the highly anticipated Slingshot Project Drag board, bringing a little Christmas in August to the shop. The designers, including Ken Adgate, have been working on t

2024 F-One Strike V4 Wing Vs. Swing V4 | Which One is Right for You?(Post)

Tucker and Jeff are back with some more winging goodness for Wing Wednesdays. Today they're looking at two wings from F-One, the Swing and the Strike. What's new with these wings for 2024? How do

New Kiteboarding Spot Assessment(Post)

New kiteboarding locations can be intimidating. In this Vlog I'll be covering how to assess a new spot, as well as a few important reminders. These tips will be especially helpful if you're traveling

Comparing Duotone's Spirit Surf & Carve Hydrofoil - Foil Fridays(Post)

Duotone has really stepped up their Hydrofoil and Foil board game for the 2019/2020 season. They have completely overhauled their foil design for the 2020 season and now offer five new complete foil

GoFoil NL and P180 Ride and Review(Post)

We're going to cover the NL & P180 from GoFoil. Here's what you can expect, and what the advantages of choosing one versus the other are. What you can expect NL stands for "next level". They are des

Website Terms of Use(Page)

MACkite Boardsports Customer Service & Website Terms of Use Last Updated: January 29, 2026 Hey there! You have arrived at a website or mobile internet site operated by MACkite Boardsports...

Ride with Blake | 5 Steps to Relaunch Your Kite(Post)

The relaunch is one of the most important steps in learning how to kiteboard. After all, if you can't get your kite out of the water you're not going to get very far in the sport. One of the biggest

The North Click Bar—Married in Less Than a Year(Post)

Have any of you ever had one of those "ah-ha" moments with a new piece of kiteboarding gear? Something that made you grin from ear to ear the first time you tried it? Here are my thoughts after spend

Relaunching a strutless kite - Slingshot UFO, Maui Cloud(Post)

Strut-less kites require some special techniques and finesse to re-launch.  This quick walk through experience will help you explore some options for re-launch if you are struggling.  As we have said

2020 North Kiteboarding Overview(Post)

In 2020, the name North Kiteboarding is coming back. While this is a completely new brand, they have assembled top players from across the industry and created a new lineup. In a time when products ha

Should You Take a Kite Lesson?(Post)

Welcome back to MACkite. This is Jake, and today we are answering the question about whether you should take a lesson before getting into kiteboarding. Honestly, I think the answer is "yes", but I'

2024 Duotone Slick Wing Review | What's New in This Year's Model?(Post)

The Duotone Slick has been a favorite of many for several years. Pros love it for its speed, but it's also smooth and easy enough to use for a beginner. It works well in a wide range of riding st

Liquid Force Covers How-to Foilboard With the LF Foil Fish(Post)

If you're ready to take your kiteboarding experience to the next level, Liquid Force is willing to take you on a how-to journey of all of the ins and outs of foilboarding. Join sultry-voiced narrator

Let's Chat: The Hype Behind the 2017 North Click Bar(Post)

The 2017 North Click Bar...The "Game Changer"?  There have been a lot of new innovations coming out in the past couple years in the kiteboarding industry. And to tell you the truth, at first we were

Light Wind Kiteboarding Magic? The Reedin WhisperModel Might Be the Answer(Post)

Jeff from MACkite had a chance to meet up with Kevin Langeree of Reedin in Cape Town, South Africa. Aside from the beautiful weather and scenery, Jeff was there to get an early look at the WhisperMo

The Kiteboarding Raley - Ultimate Beginners Guide - Unhooked(Post)

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 tric

2024 Starboard Take Off | A Unique Design for Wing Foilers of All Abilities(Post)

The 2024 Take Off is a fresh design that applies what Starboard has learned from past versions. What's new, and how does that translate to the real world? Tucker has ridden it and has some insight

Foil Drive Firmware Update | More Boost, More Power, More Fun!(Post)

The latest Foil Drive Firmware Update is here, and it’s packed with groundbreaking features designed to revolutionize your Foil Drive experience. From streamlined startup notifications to advanced i

Foilboarding Video: Completing Slingshot’s “Foil Flight School”(Post)

Learning to Foilboard Using Slingshot's "Foil Flight School" Foilboarding is an experience unlike anything else in kiteboarding. No matter your riding or your style, there is nothing like gliding sil

Omen Capacitor Review: A Dedicated Foil Drive Trench Board(Post)

Ryan and Hunter have been riding the Omen Capacitor for a while now, putting it through the ringer in a lot of different conditions. This is a dedicated Foil Drive trench board that has been long-aw

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

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

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

Inside the Brainchild Lab with Ralf Gröesel(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are in Bitola, North Macedonia, a beautiful little town on the border of Greece and North Macedonia, for a very special strike mission. After grabbing a taxi, and noting that

Unifoil Adventures | Joshua Ku's Insights into Downwind SUP Foiling(Post)

Meet Joshua Ku, a dedicated team rider for Unifoil and a passionate advocate for downwind SUP (stand-up paddleboarding) foiling. Joshua stands out in the world of watersports for his deep love a

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Nitinat Lake - Destinations Ep22(Post)

Spot at a Glance Quick Contacts  Elevation Kiteboarding:  Elevation Kiteboarding Strong Kiteboarding :  Strong Kiteboarding. Spot Guide  Deep in the forest of Vancouver Island is a kite spot th