1113 results for 'detail drive sl 2023'

2015 Cabrinha Switchblade Review(Post)

Nate from MACkite reviews the 2015 Cabrinha kites Switchblade in detail. You'll see why the 2015 Switchblade is one of our favorite all-around kites in the industry. From the smooth but powerful pull

Lesson Location Information(Page)

  Welcome to MACkite! Please take a moment to find the necessary details regarding the locations of your Kiteboarding, Wing Surfing, and eFoil Lessons below. Kiteboarding & Wing Lesson...

Spring Break Spot Check | North Topsail Beach, NC(Post)

Looking for a great Spring Break spot on the East Coast that is temperate, has decent wind and swell potential, isn’t crowded, and is easily accessible? Check out North Topsail Beach, NC. This so

2024 F-One Rocket SUP Downwind Pro Meets the NEW Jam Series Pump Foil(Post)

Tucker from MACkite is with Billy of F-One and Manera at the 2023 King of the Great Lakes Test Fest checking out some hot new gear for foiling. What is it? Is it for you?F-One Rocket SUP Downwind

The Story of Harlem Kitesurfing(Post)

There are a lot of kite brands in the world. Some have been around for decades. Some are backed by massive distribution. Some dominate podiums. Harlem started as none of those. When Alex Monstan fou

Cabrinha ​Crosswing X2 Review(Post)

We were able to get our hands on the  Cabrinha Crosswing X2 for testing this month. Right out of the gate, it's clear this is an upgrade from the first gen Cabrinha wing which, to be honest, was ou

Bowen Dwelle on Parawinging and the Future of Foil Sports(Post)

Parawinging is still new territory, and half the fun is figuring it out together. Here, Tucker and Bowen trade notes on what works, what doesn't, and what might be next. They cover gear quirks, ridi

How the Omen SuperMarine 120L Turns Junky Days into Fun Sessions!(Post)

Late this past winter, Tucker got a special delivery in. It was the SuperMarine foilboard, a board he'd designed with Omen to meet the needs of riders who wanted a board like the Flux but needed som

Snowkiting With Blake - Exploring the Blizzard Aftermath in Upstate New York(Post)

Blake from MACkite here on my way to Buffalo, which does not seem like the best idea. I had already planned it and had my whole trip booked, and then there's this catastrophic blizzard of the centur

Foil Knowledge Center(Page)

  Hydrofoiling Do you believe you can fly? We do... and we'll show you how! Getting Started with FoilingA few of the basics you'll want to know about hydrofoiling.

Cedrus Carbon Evolution Masts | Surf vs. Wind(Post)

If you've heard of Foil Cedrus masts, or "Project Cedrus" as they used to be known, but haven't ridden one yet, you may wonder if it's all hype. Why buy a 3rd party mast rather than the one that was

Light Wind Wing Foiling Made Easy | FLITELab AMPJet(Post)

Tucker's been out on one of the most anticipated products of the year, the FLITELab AMPJet. He grabbed the versatile 4'8" AMP S board, which works for prone surf, wing, and downwind, and after a few

Hydrofoil Hardware Naming Guide(Post)

How to Figure Out Which Screw You Need You just dropped a screw. Well, technically that perfect session wind caught it and sent it tumbling, because you're definitely not that clumsy. And then, even t

Innovation at Cabrinha: Pat Goodman on the Drifter, Switchblade, Nitro and Moto X | Part 1(Post)

Few things are more confusing for riders than navigating a kite lineup, especially when every new model promises to jump higher, turn faster, and do it all. To cut through the noise, Brazilian Broth

Kitesurf Control Bar Review | North Navigator Pro / Duotone Trust / Core Sensor 3 Pro(Post)

Jason is an excellent reviewer of kiteboarding gear, limited only by what he's able to get his hands on in New Zealand. He and MACkite have teamed up to get more gear in his hands, so hopefull

Expert Foiling: ​Duck Tack to Toeside - Ticket to Glide Ep 05(Post)

This trick is really awesome, it’s tons of fun, it keeps you blasting upwind without losing any ground, and it’s also going to lay the groundwork for some more advanced tricks such as the duck tack

Slingshot One-Lock Wake Foil Review: Turbo 180 vs. Flare 145 with the Glide 925(Post)

Ryan and Caden were out testing wake gear in Lake Michigan. Caden's been behind wake boats for a while and is currently a Junior on the Michigan State Wakeboarding Team. Ryan's no stranger to the fo

Wind Chasers Pt. 1: Brazilian Brothers' First Misty Cliffs Session(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers reported in from Kite Beach in Cape Town, South Africa — the legendary home of Red Bull King of the Air and a yearly stage for some of the biggest big air kiteboarding on the

Ozone PowerPack Parawing Review: The Easiest Stow & Go Wing?(Post)

Tucker brings a long overdue review on the Ozone PowerPack. This has been a really fun wing for him this winter, as Tucker is a big fan of it for downwinding, bigger nastier swell, and any time ther

F-One Sk8, Eagle, or Seven Seas? | One of These Will Change Your Sessions(Post)

Modern hydrofoil design has reached a point where "one foil does it all" is no longer the move. The best brands are building with intention, and F-One is one of the clearest examples of that shift in

Exploring the PPC M1 Wing | Unique Materials and Unmatched Speed(Post)

Pacific Performance Company (PPC) has released a fresh new wing, the M1. Tucker and Ryan have had a chance to ride it, and they're pretty excited about it. Here, they chat about what makes it specia

What Gear Essentials Do I Need for Wing Foiling?(Post)

Today I'm going to talk with you about what you need to go wingboard. Maybe you just got your gear and you're making a little checklist to make sure you have everything you need when you go to the b

Top Questions Answered About Cabrinha's Fusion X-Series and H-Series Hydrofoils(Post)

Cabrinha's Daniel Ware chats with Aaron from MACkite at King of the Great Lakes Test Fest. Together, they tackle the most common questions about the Fusion Foil System. Daniel: Thanks for havin

The MACkite Crew Meets Matt Aiken, founder of WMFG(Post)

Let's Chat w/ Matt Aiken, founder of WMFG Nathan, our resident tweaker for all-things WMFG, was able to grab a snap into the life of Matt Aiken, founder of WMFG. You might have noticed the WMFG pump

Airush Ultra Team V5 Kite Review(Post)

The Ultra Team V5 from Airush takes the concept of kite foiling efficiency further, introducing a design change that directly targets airflow, stability, and drive. Jeff spent some time with Will du

2024 Reedin SuperNatural Wing vs. the HyperNatural Aluula Wing(Post)

Jeff and Ryan have had sessions on both the Reedin SuperNatural and its Aluula brother, the HyperNatural, and they're ready to share how the two compare. Does the Aluula make enough of a difference

​Bears, beer, and wind(Post)

One kiter’s pilgrimage to Hood River and what she learned along the way. Kallie and her husband Andrew exploring the hood A few years back, my husband Andrew and I were traveling through Colorado. It

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

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Tarifa Spain - Destinations EP 05(Post)

Kiteboarding Spot Guide Is there anything quite like the feeling of cresting a hill and catching a glimpse of kites in the air as you approach a kite spot for the first time? That first thought, “It

What Size GoFoil GT or EZ Wing Is Right for Me?(Post)

GoFoil set out to “build the best foil possible with simplicity in mind.” They construct all of their foils, mast/fuselage combinations, and stabilizers from high modulus carbon. While I don’t know ex

Pat's Southeast Kiteboarding and eFoil Tour(Post)

To say I'm lucky to work where I do is an understatement.  Not many places will allow you to take a week and a half off to travel to two weddings and work remotely in the in between. My trip starte

Slingshot V Stab and Jet Stab(Post)

Welcome back to MACkiteboarding Foil Fridays with Tucker. Today I'm going to talk about two exciting new stabilizers for the Slingshot Phantasm carbon foil system. The Jet and the V are smaller st

3 Tips for Better Kiteboard Control(Post)

This is part two of the master your kite and board videos. Last week, I covered a new angle on how to control your kite with the edge of your board. I’m going to expand on this now, and help you rea

How to Cross-Train at the cable park: Ep 1(Post)

Cable parks have been around since 1959. Since their inception in Germany. They have been popping up all over the world. In fact, there's a good chance you’re just a short drive from one yourself. T

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

What to Expect from Your Kiteboard Lesson(Page)

Knowledge & skills. Since becoming a PASA certified school in 2000, we have taught thousands of students to kiteboard. During that time we have learned many things and answered thousands of...

2026 Cabrinha Mantis Apex Wing Ride Review(Post)

Dead center along Michigan's west coast you'll see two little bumps sticking out into the lake. They're great places to go when the wind isn't cooperating anywhere else, and Tucker got a nice sessio

Reviewing the Appletree Appleslice V3 and Skipper Prone DW Wing and Surf Foil Boards(Post)

In this edition of Wing Wednesdays, Tucker and Jeff are taking a look at a couple of Appletree boards, the Appleslice V3 and the Skipper Prone. What did they think of these boards when they rode th

Wind Chasers Pt. 2: Brazilian Brothers in Witsand, South Africa(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers from MACkiteboarding hit the road for a strike mission from Cape Town to Witsand — a legendary flat water spot a few hours up the South African coast. With no wind in Blouberg

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