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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

2023 Cabrinha Moto X | Session Impression(Post)

This is Dustin and Cado here with the all new Cabrinha Moto X. We just got off the water with it, and we're going to do a quick session impression with beginner vs. advanced viewpoints on the kit

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

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

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

Liquid Force Introduces Foilboarding Basics on the Foil Fish(Post)

Liquid Force's How-To Foilboard Tutorial - Video #2 Have you checked out our blog post on Liquid Force's first video on how to foilboard, featuring LF's Foil Fish? If you have, and you're thinking, "

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

Three Tips for Better Kitesurfing Pop(Post)

Kiteboarders are obsessed with getting more air, more height and more power into their tricks. At the end of the day, there are no shortcuts to improving skill on the water, only practice. That said,

Enjoy Your Wing Foil Progression by Keeping Your Ego in Check(Post)

The Intermediate Wing Foiler's Syndrome All extreme sports have a risk of this stage, and accidents are almost always a result of human error, not equipment failure. In snow skiing and snowboarding,

The Casati Family at GKA Mykonos: A Kiteboarding Dynasty in the Making(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers caught up with the Casati family on the beach at the GKA Kite World Cup in Mykonos. The Casatis have established themselves as an absolute powerhouse in the sport of kiteboard

2024 Duotone Sky Series Wingboards Overview(Post)

Tucker and Jeff chat about the new Sky Series Wingboards. You may be familiar with these as the Fanatic Sky boards, but they've been rebranded to Duotone for 2024. Find out what else is new

2027 North Orbit First Look w/ Nathalie Lambrecht & Tibo Slock(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers are back, coming to you from Mykonos with a very special first look at the brand-new North Kiteboarding lineup for 2027. They're joined by international team riders Maxwell Da

Neil Pryde Glide Surf Foil Extended Review(Post)

UPDATE... Nine months of testing later. Jump down 10 paragraphs to the red heading We have a new foil offering here at the shop that is getting everyone pretty excited. The Neil Pryde Glide Surf fo

Weather(Page)

Weather Links What is Windyty? Windyty is a non-commercial project led by kiter and pilot Ivo, who is building a program that is able to see wind, waves, METARs and powdered snow easily. This...

Fanatic Sky Style TE and Sky Free TE Wing Foil Boards for 2023(Post)

Shop Fanatic Wing Boards. Welcome back to MACkite Wing Wednesdays. I'm Tucker, and today I'm going to talk to you about the brand new Fanatic Sky TE (Team Edition) boards. There are three m

Hydrofoiling: Outfit Your Boat(Post)

Hydrofoiling is the fastest growing, tow-behind category for boat owners. A common question we get here is "how do I chose the right hydrofoil or hydrofoils for myself, my family and my boat?" We wa

What is Wing Foiling? A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners(Post)

What is Wing Foiling? A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners Welcome to the thrilling world of wing foiling, one of the latest additions to the realm of water sports. Rising to popularity over the last f

Improve Your Surf Foil Skills with Foil Drive | Helpful Tips and Techniques(Post)

Foil Drive is more than just a product; it's a community dedicated to enhancing the surf foil experience with innovative technology. In this masterclass, Paul from Foil Drive shares invaluable t

Learning to Kiteboard(Post)

Memoirs of a Kiteboarder Yesterday morning, I had the chance to take my 2nd ever kiteboarding lesson. As a new member of MACkite’s team, I felt it would be a crime to not at least attempt the adrenali

Kitesurfing Lesson: How to Body Drag - Lesson Four(Post)

This week we'll be breaking down your first time in the water with a powerkite! Step One - Body Drag Downwind This is a fun and easy step. You'll be in the water without a board and letting the kite

Living on the Outer Banks | A Unique and Delicate Coastal Life(Post)

The Outer Banks of North Carolina is a thin strip of sand stretching out into the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. Living in such a unique environment brings a lifestyle deeply connected to the sea and

The Code Foils 1540S | Perfect for Beginners, Bigger Riders, and Light Wind Adventures(Post)

Foil enthusiasts, meet the Code Foils 1540S, the latest and largest addition to the popular S range. (I guess you could say it's Code's big S wing.) This huge foil is stable and versatile and

2025 Reedin Supernatural | The Wing We Keep Fighting Over?(Post)

Reedin's SuperNatural wing is back for 2025. Last year's model was a shop favorite, so how does the 2025 version hold up? Jeff and Tucker have had a few sessions with it to see if it still has the S

Ralf Groesel on Kite Bars, Line Setups, and Bar Maintenance(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers sat down with kite designer legend and Brainchild founder, Ralf Groesel. In this highly specific breakdown, they ask Ralf some of the most important questions about kiteboardi

Where the wind blows feat. North's Colleen Carroll(Post)

Where the wind blows Colleen Carroll is and has been a prominent figure in kiteboarding for quite some time now. Needless to say, she didn't get to where she is today by just batting her eyes at the

AFS Whitebird DW Wing Board - New Sizes Available(Post)

Live Stream Q&A with Tucker, originally streamed live on May 15, 2024 Tucker from MACkiteboarding introduces the AFS Whitebird Downwind Foil Board and the AFS Wing Board, highlighting the

Brazilian Brothers x Kevin Langeree Interview: Founding Reedin & Its Future(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers met up with the legend Kevin Langeree in Cape Town, South Africa. Pulling up in the Reedin mobile, Kevin brought out some magic from the back of the car: an 8m MasterModel, th

2025 F-One Wing Lineup: Which One Is Right for Me?(Post)

At MACkite, we've always found F-One's wings to be a solid choice, and this year's lineup looks like it will live up to our high expectations once again. But with five options on the board, it might

2023 Wing Foilboard Awards | See Which Boards Topped Our List(Post)

Tucker and Jeff have ridden a lot of wing foilboards throughout the year, and they're ready to announce their top picks in several categories for 2023. 1. 2023 Best All-Rounder We weren't able to ag

2024 Reedin Kite Lineup Explained(Post)

Reedin has a fairly modest kite lineup with only 3 models, but they're essentially different versions of the same kite, so Dustin and Jake are here to explain what the differences are and whic

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

KT Arc Pro Carbon Board Review with Tucker & Jeff(Post)

Tucker and Jeff are taking a look at a brand new board from KT called the Arc. The board shown in the review is a sample prototype, so the graphics look a little different, but the shape and dimensi

Duotone Stash V2 Parawing Review(Post)

Let's be honest — the first version of the Stash parawing left something to be desired. Duotone spent a lot of time refining this one with their design and pro team. After Tucker spent some serious

Foil Tricks: Foot Drag On Your Hydrofoil - Ticket to Glide Ep 06(Post)

The foot drag is an entry level hydrofoil trick that feels amazing and doesn't take too long to learn. If you know how to sit on your foil, you're already halfway there.   We recommend you download t

Is eFoiling Hard? Our Honest Answer(Post)

The most basic question we get when it comes to efoiling is, “Can I actually do this?” Short answer? Yes. Absolutely. Long answer? Well, that’s a little different. It can feel intimidating, but we f

Foil Drive | Unboxing and Overview With Co-Founder Ben Jamieson(Post)

Ben from Foil Drive is visiting all the way from Australia. He and Ryan from MACkite are taking a look at everything you get when you open up your sweet new Foil Drive unit. Case The whole thing com

Reedin Kites x Brainchild | A New Era of Kite Performance(Post)

In the world of kiteboarding, innovation and performance are essential to meet the ever-evolving needs of riders. Reedin Kites, known for creating products that enable users to progress with eas

2026 Rebel D/Lab: The Next Evolution of Big Air?(Post)

When we talk about the pinnacle of Big Air performance, the Rebel has always been a cornerstone of the Duotone lineup. However, seeing the 2026 Duotone Rebel D/Lab in the hands of Max Tullet against

Two Mistakes Every Kiteboarder Makes(Post)

Mistake One With social media on the rise, I've noticed a lot of misinformation being circulated in kite groups, especially when a new rider asks questions. The most common myths I've seen in this a

2025 Duotone Evo D/Lab LTD Blue Aluula | Turbocharged or Too Much?(Post)

If you subscribe to our newsletter or follow our YouTube channel or blog, then you know that there's been a bit of hype about Duotone's new blue Aluula (which we've taken the liberty of dubbing "Blu