Welcome back to MACkite. This is Jake, and today I have the 2023 Duotone Entity straps. These have been a favorite of mine, so let's crack them open and see what is new.What's in the BoxLike mo
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
Win a 2015 Naish Pivot(Post)Win a new 2015 Pivot from Naish International Check out the Pure Energy video, showcasing the 2015 Naish kiteboarding lineup, and spot #TeamNaish Rider—and 2014 “King of the Air” champ—Kevin Langeree
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Brazilian Brothers Review the 2026 North Orbit(Post)The Brazilian Brothers have broken down the brand-new 2026 North Orbit. They've had early access to the kite, plenty of sessions on the water, and (unashamedly) some big crashes already. In this rev
Appletree Surfboards and Foil Drive | Testing to See Which Board is the Most Fun!(Post)Appletree Surfboards and Foil Drive joined forces to create an informative and exciting day of testing. With a diverse crew of riders, a range of board shapes, and Foil Drive setups, the goal was s
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
eFoil Lessons(Page)eFoil Lessons in West Michigan Looking for a fun, unique water activity while you’re visiting West Michigan? Or curious about foiling but not ready to jump into wind sports yet? Our eFoil lessons...
Code Foils 1250R, with Josh Ku and James Casey | Training, Gliding, and Light Wind Downwinding(Post)Introduction: The Rise of the 1250R The Code Foils 1250R is the latest and largest addition to Code’s high aspect "R Series" front wings. At 1250 cm², 1275 mm span, and with a 13 aspect ratio, this
Brazilian Brothers Test the F-One Trigger BrainChild in Overpowered Conditions(Post)The Brazilian Brothers, Arthur and Rubens, are back with another review. Up this time is the 2025 F-One Trigger BrainChild, and it turns out that it feels right at home in the windy conditions of Pr
Reedin SuperModel V6 Overview: Lightweight Aerolite Frame Upgrade on a Kite for Anyone(Post)After more than five years on the market, the SuperModel has become the foundation of Reedin's lineup, and for good reason. It's known as a true do-it-all kite that works for nearly every rider. Now
Four Reasons to Buy a Trainer Kite & Which One to Buy(Post)Bit by the bug... I was bitten by the kiteboarding bug on a visit to Tarifa. I returned from Europe and decided to save up for my first kite. It took me all summer, but I managed to snag a 2009 Cabrin
Airush's Latest Innovations | An Exclusive Interview with Sam Medysky(Post)Jake Mitchell from MACkite is with Sam Medysky of Airush at the 2023 King of the Great Lakes Test Fest. Sam's been a name in the kiteboarding world for many years and has some insights into the
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
Foil Drive Mounting Made Easy with Konrad Click Nuts(Post)In a way, a Foil Drive is an "easy button" for foiling. You can get up easier, it's easier to stay out longer, and it's easier to progress your skills with that extra time on the water. So if y
F-One x Brainchild | Pulling the Trigger on Sustainability(Post)A few weeks ago, we highlighted F-One's commitment to sustainability, so it should come as no surprise that they've teamed up with Brainchild to produce their latest kite, the Trigger. Its bold loo
FLITELab AMP Jet | A Quick Glance(Post)Foil assist can be a real game-changer for your sessions. You'll catch more waves, have less fatiguing downwinders, and wing on lighter days. There are some great options out there, but they all mou
Harlem Flow Surf Kite Review with Ralf Groesel & Aaron Hadlow(Post)The Brazilian Brothers sat down with two legends of the sport: kite designer Ralf Groesel and pro kiter and designer Aaron Hadlow. They dive deep into Harlem's first dedicated surf kite, the Flow, t
Wakefoiling the FLITElab 808 Flux Behind the Boat(Post)Tucker is out on the water in Grand Haven, Michigan, with Adam Bennetts from FLITElab. With no lake waves to surf, they took the new FLITElab gear behind the boat for some wakefoiling. Adam's First
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
Holiday Gifts From and For Foil Drive(Post)'Tis the season to give AND receive! Whether you're looking for a gift for your favorite Foil Drive fan or you are the foiler and could use a little boost, the crew at Foil Drive is putting on their
The Ultimate Wing Foil Spare Parts Kit | Everything You Need for the Beach(Post)They say experience is the best teacher and that necessity is the mother of invention. And after blowing a few sessions with forgotten, lost, loaned, broken, or dropped parts, we have learned that
Mystic Foilbag 110cm | What Can it Hold?(Post)The Mystic 110 Foil bag is a fairly compact case, but is there more to it than meets the eye? Aaron from MACkite is ready to give it a test run with his foil setup, and he's got grand dreams of ev
Wing Foiling in Waves | What Makes a Foil Great for Surf?(Post)Whether by divine will or simple serendipity, local surf legend Marc just happened to walk into the shop as Jeff and Tucker were getting ready to film a discussion on surf foils. Marc was even weari
Event Highlights | GKA Big Air Kite World Championships Gran Canaria 2024(Post)The 2024 Qatar Airways GKA Big Air Kite World Championships, Gran Canaria, was met with 35-plus knots of wind, ready to help boost the women and men who were competing to impressive heights. Jamie
Welcome to Kiteboarding(Page)We hope your life is nothing but windy from here on out. In the event this is your first kiteboarding gear, we’ve put together this informational guide to help you get started. Taking kiteboarding...
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Kiteboarding Transitions: Sent Crail Grab(Post)Nuke or Crail? It has come to our attention that this particular grab is actually a Crail grab. In the video we call it a Nuke, however for the written steps, I'll be using the correct name. My apolog
F-One Trigger vs. Harlem Thrive | Brazilian Brothers(Post)At first glance, the 2025 F-One Trigger and Harlem Thrive seem pretty similar. Both are big air kites designed by Ralf Groesel and made at his Brainchild facility, have amazing digitally printed gra
How to Choose Your First Kiteboarding Kite Size (With Chart)(Post)This is going to be another quick, information-packed blog. I wanted to cover a question we get almost daily: How do I pick the right size kite? This video is aimed at new riders, but I will address
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Duotone Pace VS Free: Hydrofoil Board Comparison - Foil Fridays(Post)Duotone has really stepped up their Hydrofoil and Foil board game for the 2019/2020 season. Two of our favorite new Duotone hydrofoil products are the Pace and Free foil boards. They both feature a
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 f
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Dakine Compression Bags for Kiteboarding and Wing Foiling(Post)Today Aaron takes a look at a product he's been using for a long time, the Dakine Compression Bag. They used to come in multiple sizes for your different kite sizes, but now it's one size fits al
Aaron's Foilboarding Adventures(Post)Aaron's Journey Being the "New Foil-Guy" April 20th, 2017 Sitting on the sidelines watching everybody else having all the fun is NOT fun. No matter what it’s about. Those goofy guys with their kite fo
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2025 Aeryn Pocket Wing P1
Aeryn
$410.00 - $594.00Imagine carving effortlessly downwind, unbound by the limitations of traditional inflatable wings or complex bridle setups. The Aeryn P1 Pocket Wing takes you further—upwind in a breeze, downwind...$410.00 - $594.00 -
2025 Ion Seek Amp 3/2 FZ Men's Wetsuit
Ion
$489.992025 Ion Seek Amp 3/2 FZ Men's Wetsuit Sizes: XS / S / M / L / XL What Ion has to say: Ultimate stretch without compromising warmth for anyone who loves the feeling of unmatched freedom of movement...$489.99 -
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Nitro APEX Kite / 9m - C5 - 2026- DEMO
Cabrinha
Now: $1,639.20Was: $2,049.00Nitro APEX Kite / 9m - C5 - 2026- DEMO nitro9m-demo Year: 2026 Includes: Kite and Kite Bag Color: C5 (Red) Size: 9m Condition: Great Condition MNow: $1,639.20Was: $2,049.00 -
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Vision Wing / 5m - C1 - 2026 - 2026 KoGL Demo
Cabrinha
Now: $1,079.20Was: $1,349.00Vision Wing / 5m - C1 - 2026 - KoGL Demo K6WOVSNXX050001-KoGL26 Year: 2026 Includes: Wing, Boom, and Wing Bag Color: Black/Blue/White/Grey Size: 5m Condition: Great ConditionNow: $1,079.20Was: $1,349.00 -
2025 Slingshot WF-2 V6 4'4"
Slingshot Sports
$519.00 - $649.00*Blems are cosmetic only and will not affect performance. They are still supported by the full 1 year manufacturer defect warranty Foil / Wakesurf / Versatile As the trend in foiling continues to...$519.00 - $649.00 -
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Switchblade Design Works / 10m - C3 - 2026 Demo
Cabrinha
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Sea Devil Cover Set / 1040 - 2025
Now: $25.00Was: $61.00Sabfoil Cover Q - Sea Devil 1040 and StabThe cover has been built from high quality, heavy duty fabric to keep your wing safely stowed when you're traveling.It is equipped with internal foam...Now: $25.00Was: $61.00 -
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2025 Starboard Above DLX Lite Inflatable Foil Board
Starboard
Now: $1,199.20Was: $1,499.00One of our favourite inflatable foil models so far, the Above inflatable is a perfect mid size offering. Giving you the best of both worlds with the fast acceleration of an Ace Air Foil while...Now: $1,199.20Was: $1,499.00 -
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2025 Liquid Force X Foilboard 4'0"
Liquid Force Kites
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2025 Naish Hover Chimera Surf Foilboard
Naish
$850.00 - $1,114.00Developed alongside Austin Kalama and Koa Fabio as the go-to surf foil board for experienced riders who desire the versatility and power-performance features of a singular board to cover all facets...$850.00 - $1,114.00 -
2025 North Shiftlock Carbon J-Handle
North
$119.00This ergonomic curved front handle allows you to hold your wing in a more comfortable riding position and reduces arm fatigue. The adjustment to your ride angle can help relieve strain on your rear...$119.00 -
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Nitro Apex / 10m - 2023 - Demo
Cabrinha
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Mantis Wing / 4.5m - C11 Wildca - 2024 - Demo
Cabrinha
Now: $635.40Was: $1,059.00Mantis Wing / 4.5m - C11 Wildca - 2024 - Demo 126401-Demo Year: 2024 Includes: Wing, Handles, Harness Line, and Bag Color: Black/Blue/Grey Size: 4.5m Condition: Great ConditionNow: $635.40Was: $1,059.00 -
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Carbon-16 Mast 84Cm / 2026 Demo
Cabrinha
Now: $1,023.20Was: $1,409.00Carbon-16 Mast 84Cm / 2026 Demo K6FSCMAST084XXX-DEMO Year: 2026 Includes: Mast and Cover Color: Carbon Fiber/White Size: 84cm Condition: Great ConditionNow: $1,023.20Was: $1,409.00 -
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Mantis Wing / 4m - C4 - 2026 - KoGL Demo
Cabrinha
Now: $1,015.20Was: $1,269.00Mantis Wing / 4m - C4 - 2026 - KoGL Demo 85001.270021-50-55-KoGL26 Year: 2026 Includes: Wing, Boom, and Wing Bag Color: Black/Blue/Teal Size: 4m Condition: Good Condition RepaireNow: $1,015.20Was: $1,269.00 -
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2025 Slingshot Dually V7 Foot Straps
Slingshot Sports
MSRP: $229.00Now: $194.65Was: $229.00The sleek chassis and cored-out, dual-density foam footbed gives you the lightest, softest feel for easy cruising and soft landings. The Dually V7 is modern and technical with a splash of heritage...MSRP: $229.00Now: $194.65Was: $229.00 -
2025 Liquid Force Hinge CGA Vest
Liquid Force Kites
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2025 Slingshot Proto Craft 001 Foilboard
Slingshot Sports
$2,099.00Proto Craft 001Efficient / Responsive / Purpose-Built Size: 95L (90"L x 18"W) What Slingshot has to say: The Proto Craft 001 is a purpose built SUP foil board designed to get you up on foil faster...$2,099.00 -
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Sea Devil Cover Set / 840 - 2025
Now: $25.00Was: $61.00Sabfoil Cover Set P - Sea Devil 840 and StabThe cover has been built from high quality, heavy duty fabric to keep your wing safely stowed when you're traveling.It is equipped with internal foam...Now: $25.00Was: $61.00 -
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2025 Starboard Take Off Wing Board Limited Series
Starboard
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2025 North Navigator Control System - Freestyle 38-43cm - 5 Line
North
$689.00The Navigator Freestyle is a 5-Line Control Bar engineered for use with a 5-Line kite, such as the 2025 Pulse. It has the same refined ergonomics, durability, comfort and tactile control as the...$689.00 -
2025 F-One Frigate V1 Replacement Bar
F-One
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Vision XL Wing / 6.5m - C1 - White - 2027 - 2026 KoGL Demo
Cabrinha
Now: $1,119.20Was: $1,399.00Vision XL Wing / 6.5m - C1 - White - 2027 - KoGL Demo K7WOVSNXL065001-KoGL26 Year: 2027 Includes: Wing, Boom, and Wing Bag Color: Black/Blue/White/Grey Size: 6.5m Condition: Great ConditionNow: $1,119.20Was: $1,399.00 -
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Mantis Wing / 6m - C11 Wildca - 2024 - Demo
Cabrinha
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Switchblade Design Works / 12m - C3 - 2026 Demo
Cabrinha
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Mantis Wing / 4m - C3 White/Blue - 2024 - Demo
Cabrinha
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2025 F-One ADDIKT TEC Kiteboarding Kite
F-One
$1,339.00 - $2,029.00Be ready to get completely hooked with the ADDIKT from F-ONE, the brand-new kite designed for kitesurfing and strapless freestyle. The successor to the famous BANDIT-S, the ADDIKT incorporates our...$1,339.00 - $2,029.00 -
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2025 Starboard Ace Foil Lightning Blue Carbon
Starboard
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2025 Ride Engine Hyperlock Rope Conversion Kit
Ride Engine
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2025 Mystic Supreme Glove Lobster Precurved 4mm
Mystic
$83.99The Supreme Lobster Precurved are our warmest gloves yet, now updated for even better performance. Crafted from MX2 Foam and Wind Mesh neoprene, they feature new paneling for enhanced comfort and...$83.99 -
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2025 Duotone Sky Start Wing Foil Board
Duotone
Now: $1,299.00Was: $1,499.002024 Duotone Sky Start Wing Foil Board WING - ENTRY 2024 Duotone Sky Series Wing Boards Overview Size: 6'7''Now: $1,299.00Was: $1,499.00 -
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2025 F-One PLUME K-Wing / 3.5m - OPEN BOX
F-One
Now: $549.00Was: $1,009.00DOWNWIND / SURF / FREERIDE Features: F-ONE has always pushed boundaries to make your experience on the water as memorable as possible. The PLUME, their lNow: $549.00Was: $1,009.00 -
Mast Cover - B / M83K - M83PLK - M86P - M84RD - 2025
$44.31Sabfoil Cover Mast B - M83K/M83PLK/M86The cover has been built from high quality, heavy duty fabric to keep your mast safely stowed when you're traveling.It is equipped with internal foam protection...$44.31 -
2025 Flysurfer Force3 Control Bar (M) 47-55cm
Flysurfer
$690.00Customize the FORCE Control Bar to suit your unique needs! With its straightforward, user-friendly system and premium materials, it offers exceptional safety and reliability, even in the harshest...$690.00 -
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2025 F-One Bandit V17 TEC Kiteboarding Kite
F-One
$999.00 - $1,399.00After two years of research and development, F-ONE is proud to present the brand-new edition of the BANDIT, our legendary kite, filled with innovations and offering ever more sensations and...$999.00 - $1,399.00 -
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2025 Ride Engine Trad Spreader Fixed Kite Hook
Ride Engine
MSRP: $89.00Now: $75.65Was: $89.00This TRADitional-style spreader bar, designed to complement harnesses with webbing connections, integrates modern performance improvements. These enhancements include pre-curved stabilization wings...MSRP: $89.00Now: $75.65Was: $89.00