1548 results for 'retain materi model 2026'

Flysurfer POW 2 Parawing Review(Post)

Flysurfer is a legacy brand known for dual-skin and single-skin kites, paragliders, and wingsuits, so they really know their way around bridled airfoils. For this review, Tucker tested the 4m size t

2023 Cabrinha Nitro Review(Post)

Shop Cabrinha Nitro This is Pat from MACkiteboarding.com, and I'm going to give you my review of the Cabrinha 03 Nitro. I've had a couple sessions on it now, and I've really been enjoying th

Q & a With Tucker: F-One Plane EAGLE HM Carbon vs. Armstrong HA Foils(Post)

Q: I've been riding an Armstrong 1550v2 with a HA195 tail. I enjoy it, but could I get better speed and glide out of something like an F-One Eagle HM or another foil? A: I've ridden Armstrong foils an

AFS Stow Parawing Review: Value and Performance(Post)

Tucker from MACkiteboarding has been riding the 4.5m AFS Stow Parawing for a number of hours and sessions, and he's ready to give a quick rundown on how it performs. The AFS Stow is a notable parawi

Why the Ride Engine Empax Vest Is a Shop Favorite(Post)

When riders ask us about flotation, the first thing we usually have to do is slow the conversation down. Not all vests are built for the same purpose. And if you kiteboard or wing foil, what you nee

#RPMISWHAT: FUN ft. Alex Fox(Post)

#RPMISWHAT: FUN Alex Fox has been flying the RPM since day one and over the years he's figured out that having fun on the water is key. The versatile RPM keeps him on the water longer and more often

Pro Rider Alessa Mensch Naish Gear Review: Pivot vs. Psycho & More(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers were hanging out with Naish pro rider Alessa Mensch for a Tech Talk on her current gear setup. If you’ve ever wondered what a Big Air pro uses to stay in control while pushing

Appletree Surfboards | Performance and Care Tips from Co-Founder Wieger Buurma(Post)

If you're riding an Appletree board, you already know the quality is there. The construction is dialed, the shapes are refined, and the finish is clean. But even the best gear needs a little love to

2018 Cabrinha FX Overview(Post)

2018 Cabrinha FX Overview The FX has been a shop favorite since 2016 Today I’m going to be discussing with you the all-new 2018 Cabrinha FX. All new...what does that mean? There’s a bunch of design c

Slingshot One Lock System: Tucker & Jeff's One-Year Review(Post)

Jeff and Tucker dive into a one-year review of the Slingshot One Lock system. Officially, the system has been out for at least a year, but counting pre-production samples, the guys have been riding

KT Ginxu Step-Bottom and Foil Drive Systems | A Perfect Match?(Post)

The step-bottom feature of the KT Ginxu foilboards is a big help in releasing the surface tension of the water with the board when you're trying to get on foil. You can read Tucker's review of the b

Let's Chat: Different Sports for Hydrofoiling(Post)

Differences in Hydrofoil Sports Foilboarding has recently exploded in popularity within the kiteboarding community. With a remarkably efficient design, hydrofoils allow riders to cross into that sub-1

2025 North Orbit Pro | A Closer Look at Its Vertical Lift and Flight Dynamics(Post)

David is in Prea, Brazil, where he's had a chance to get a couple sessions on the new 2025 Orbit Pro from North. How does it fly, and how is it different from the 2024 Orbit Pro?Which Sizes

F-One Frigate V2 Parawing Review(Post)

Tucker brings a fresh review on the highly anticipated F-One Frigate V2 parawing after putting it through its paces for about a month. This isn't just a version one Frigate with a new bar or some di

2020 North Orbit First Impressions(Post)

Hey guys, it’s Nathan here from MACkite, and today, I’m going to talk to you about the 2020 North Orbit. 2020 NORTH ORBIT We’ve not had a chance to thoroughly review the North Orbit at this time, so

Aaron Hadlow Interview: Inspiration Behind the Hadlow Pro & Descent(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers met up with freestyle legend Aaron Hadlow in Taiba, Brazil, for a special release from Aaron and Harlem. Harlem has just come out with the Hadlow Pro kite and the Descent boar

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

Harlem Flow Kite Review | Built for the Waves, Dialed for Everyone(Post)

If you've spent any time chasing surf on a kite, you already know the feeling: that moment when everything clicks—your timing, your positioning, your read of the wave, and you're no longer fighting

​Ride Engine Defender Vest Review(Post)

Hey guys, welcome back. This is Jake with At a Glance. Today we're going to be talking about the Ride Engine HF impact vest. This is the Defender vest from Ride Engine and it's meant for foil use

2023 Duotone Unit V3 Review | Worth the Upgrade?(Post)

Welcome back to MACkiteboarding Wing Wednesdays. I'm Tucker, and today I'm going to bring you a review on one of the most hotly anticipated wings this year, the 2023 Duotone Unit. This is the versi

F-One Strike V3 Overview: Tucker's Initial Take(Post)

Welcome back to MACkiteboarding Wing Wednesdays with Tucker. Today I'm going to talk with you about the new F-One Strike version three, released in April of 2023. We've been looking forward

Unlocking "Second Gear" on the Aeryn P1 Parawing(Post)

If you haven't heard of Aeryn before, you may have heard of the Peter Lynn Group. Both divisions use the same designers, and they have an impressive ram air and wind sport pedigree. Peter Lynn has b

​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 kiteboard skills to expa

Learning How to Hydrofoil Surf(Post)

How to Learn Hydrofoil Surfing So you want to learn to hydrofoil surf? Congratulations! We too have caught the foil bug for all of our board sports. Surf foiling is truly a one of a kind experience th

Ocean Rodeo Flight | to Aluula or Not to Aluula(Post)

 Everywhere I go the question comes up, “is Aluula really worth the extra cost?” Well, cost aside, let's focus on the performance and then you make the call.I got the chance to test two of my favorite

Fliteboard eFoil Lineup Review: Air, Scooter, Pro, Ultra(Post)

Eli from MACkite is joined by Ben from Fliteboard to walk through the current Fliteboard lineup and discuss how to choose the right board for your experience level and riding goals. The Flitescooter

Let's Chat: Surf-Fur Original Water Parka w/ Aaron(Post)

MACkite's Aaron on the Surf-Fur Original Water Parka So far, this fall has been exceptionally warm—but we know that will change. Speaking of changing, the good people over at Surf-Fur© have developed

MACkite Team Rider Interview With Chris Bobryk(Post)

Chris Bobryk is a Slingshot Rider and a former member of the NA Blend, the 2nd wave of wakestyle riders in the USA. In 2019 he's joining the MACkite team moving forward. You'll be seeing a lot more of

Wing Foil Fridays: Ozone Wasp vs. F-One Swing(Post)

Wing foiling has officially taken off. This new and exciting sport is really resonating with riders from SUP, surf, kite, wake, wind, and more. Right now knowledge is limited or skewed and choosing th

Interview With Derek Sproul From Naish Kiteboarding(Post)

Pat: I'm Pat with MACkiteboarding, and I'm talking with Derek from Naish. Derek: What's up, guys? Pat: So Derek, you've been with Naish now for 10 years? Derek: Yeah, I came on board in Febru

Cabrinha Moto X Design Works Review | The Aluula Kite of Your Dreams?(Post)

Jake and Dustin had a chance to get out on a pre-release 2025 Moto X Design Works kite from Cabrinha, and it left them stoked. "Design Works" is the name Cabrinha has chosen for their premium l

Triple Seven PT LTX Parawing Review(Post)

Tucker brings us a look at the new Triple Seven PT LTX parawing. Having been a huge fan of the PT Skin (a single-skin wing) and the PT Hybrid (a double-skin/single-skin hybrid), he was excited to se

Duotone Ventis D/LAB 2025 Overview(Post)

If you ride in an area with multiple light wind days and need a wing that'll let you get out and have a great session on those marginal days, the 2025 Duotone Ventis D/LAB is worth a look. Why is i

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

2023 Ocean Rodeo Glide AA First Impressions(Post)

We finally got our hands on the Ocean Rodeo Glide AA all-Aluula wing. Aluula is a very light and strong material, and this is definitely the lightest 5 meter I've ever flown, by far. Obviously, a

2019 Cabrinha Switchblade Review(Post)

Today, we’re going to review the 2019 cabrinha Switchblade. 2019 marks the 15th Year of Cabrinha's flagship kite. This is the kite we use to judge all others. Why? Aside from the fact that is one t

Eleveight RS Pro V2 Kite Overview | What's New, and Who It's For(Post)

Aaron pulled Kevin Wade from Eleveight aside for a few minutes at the KoGL Test Fest to chat about the RS Pro V2. Although the RS has been Eleveight's all-around freeride kite for the company's enti

2024 Duotone Rebel SLS | An On-Water Review with Pat and Dustin(Post)

On-the-water review with the MACkite boys, Pat and Dustin, after their Grand Haven session on the new 2024 Rebel SLS from Duotone Kiteboarding. On-the-Water Impressions Pat: The kite feels like a Re

Let's Chat: Cabrinha Contra vs. North Juice(Post)

Cabrinha Contra vs. North Juice The last few years, light wind kites have seen some very real improvement. Gone are the days where companies simply take their 12 meter kites and blow them up to slow,

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