2021 results for 'front hook hard strap'

Duotone Select vs Jaime(Post)

So you’re looking to pick up your next board. You’ve looked around and heard good things about the Duotone twintips. Supposedly they are lighter, snappier and unique on the water. You went online, d

Duotone Evo at a Glance(Post)

This video and blog are meant to give you perspective and to help you decide if the Evo is the right kite for you.  What kind of kite is the Duotone Evo?  The Evo is a true modern All Around kite. I

Ben Leclair in Shredtown & Quest Cable Park in Texas(Post)

Ben Leclair and the 2015 Terrian While Ben Leclair may not be one of the oldest kiteboarders in the industry, he certainly shows that he is a force to be reckoned with. Riding in Texas, we see him in

Santa Cruz Skateboards Squad Throws Down in Arizona(Post)

In the Park with Santa Cruz Has the summer let you ride those cracked, cement waves? Maybe you haven't been able to get out as much as you would like. Maybe you've busted an ankle and are now strappe

Appletree Zapple vs Zapple S | Which Foil Drive Board Fits You Best?(Post)

Foil Drive riding has pushed board design in a very specific direction. Efficiency, foil feel, and clean integration now matter more than ever, and few brands have leaned into that reality as effect

Chris Bobryk Freeride Machine(Post)

Chris Bobryk, aka "The American Sledgehammer", needs no introduction. He's one of the original North American riders from the second wave of freestyle and an innovator of the sport. He's even claime

​Darkslide by Feel(Post)

This week we're going to cover a popular trick that everyone wants to learn: the Darkslide! We've done a few videos on this, but I wanted to do a concise and to-the-point tutorial focused on doing

28 Fun Tricks for Beginner and Intermediate Kiteboarders(Post)

Today we have a 28 trick list, from beginner to intermediate, so you can get an idea in your head of different things to go out and try in your next session, and just go have fun. Enjoy! Jumping Be

2024 Eleveight RS V7 Overview with Kevin Wade(Post)

Pat from MACkite catches up with Kevin Wade at the King of the Great Lakes Test Fest to chat about the new 2024 V7 RS kite from Eleveight Kites. Kevin: It's so good to be here. It's always a go

2024 North Scoop and Scoop Mini Foilboard Overview(Post)

Introduction The world of foil boarding is ever-evolving, and with the introduction of "The Scoop" for 2024, the game has changed yet again. This direct and responsive performance foil board is a

2024 North Sonar Foil System Overview with Ryan and Matt(Post)

Ryan Hooker from MACkite and Matt Aiken from North chat about the North Sonar Foil System for wing foiling, surf foiling, and kite foiling. Find out who it's for and what's new for 2024. Ryan:

Nick Baines Interview - Repping for Reedin and Jumping the Avon Pier(Post)

Pat: This is Pat with MACkiteboarding.com here with Nick Baines.Nick: Hey guys. I'm Nick Baines here with Reedin USA in the Outer Banks of North Carolina.Pat: So Nick, how did you end up getting i

​Duotone Slick Wing Overview(Post)

Hey everybody, welcome back to MACkiteboarding's Wing Wednesdays. I'm Tucker and today we're going to talk you through the new Duotone Slick Wing foil wing. I've been testing the 5.0 out here for

Mystic Gust Windbreaker Review: How to Stay Warm Without a Thicker Wetsuit(Post)

Skip is one of the OG kiteboarders here in West Michigan, so when he finds a piece of gear he really likes, we pay attention. Today it's... a windbreaker? Yep, and according to Skip, it can be a rea

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Brazil Downwinder - Destinations Ep11(Post)

An epic trip down the coast  WIND BY SEASON On Brazil's Northeastern beaches, July-December are the most reliable months for wind every day, though you can expect wind year round. Wind speed ran

2026 Cabrinha Union Foil Review(Post)

Tucker and Jeff have an early review of the 2026 Cabrinha Union foil. Cabrinha sent them some prototypes to ride, and so far they're stoked about it. Now they're ready to chat about what it is, what

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

Triple Seven PT Hybrid Parawing Review(Post)

If you've seen Tucker's videos before, you know that he's been a huge fan of the PT single skin parawings, and Triple Seven has a long history of making really great parawings. When the PT Hybrid ca

Kiteboarding RV Trip: Sessions w/Rygo Vlog 5(Post)

Kiteboarding West Michigan & Northern Michigan  I hope you enjoyed this episode of sessions. This Rv trip was an absolute Blast! Blake and I have been talking about doing a “Ride with Blake” Road

Code S Series vs. Code R Series Foils | Which One Is Right for You?(Post)

Welcome to Foil Fridays with Tucker! Today, Tucker introduces Code Foils, and-...Wait, MORE foils? Tucker, what's up with that? Care to explain yourself??Does Tucker Have a Foil Hoarding Problem?

The Surface Pass Kiteboarding(Post)

Today we're going to break down one of the most important yet underutilized fundamental moves, the Surface Pass. It's not so much a trick in itself, but a drill to help you progress into spins. You

F-One Titan 2 Connection | Finally a True One-Piece Feel(Post)

F-One has officially introduced the biggest structural update to its foil system in six years. After a week of riding in La Ventana alongside the F-One crew, customers, and the MACkite team, one thi

​Who Should Use Kite Boots and Why(Post)

Should I use kiteboarding boots? This is a common question among new kitesurfers. After all, most of the pro riders use boots. Funny thing is, it's not that common on the beach. This is because shop

Ride with Blake | How to Toe-Side Transition(Post)

Hey Guys, Blake here!  This week, were going to cover one of the first tricks you can learn in kiteboarding and one that you can use to add style to your transitions. The Toeside Transition with a p

Your Third Kiteboarding Trick After Learning How to Jump(Post)

Hey, what's up guys? I'm Rygo and I'm in Hatteras with Lucas, and we're back for Part Three of our "Fundamentals: Progressive Jump with Style" playlist. That's a mouthful, but the whole idea is t

Code Foils 1250 R | Built for Glide, Momentum, and Flow(Post)

Tucker's been on a lot of different foils at this point, so it takes something pretty special to get him excited. The Code 1250R High Modulus front wing is one such foil. Tucker has dubbed it the "M

Kiteloops You Need to Know - Ride With Blake(Post)

In season three of Ride with Blake we decided to focus on producing themed playlists. Blake and I took an RV road trip along Michigan's west coast to produce a "Jump with Style" playlist. Our aim wa

Brazilian Brothers x Max Tullet: 35 Knots in Cape Town With the Rebel D/Lab(Post)

The Brazilian Brothers caught up with world-class pro rider Max Tullet at Kite Beach in Cape Town for a session that wasn't going to be subtle. With 35 knots of nuclear wind ripping through and two-

Raley to Blind(Post)

The Raley to Blind is a critical step in your unhooked freestyle journey. It's typically the first fundamental move to be paired with a rotation. In our “Unhooked Fundamentals” playlist, I hammered

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

Apollo and Fireball - Customer Chats(Post)

One of our good customers recently took the time to review his Fireball/Apollo 14m setup and give us his first impressions.  First Impressions with 2017 Cabrinha Apollo 14M and Fireball by Shawn Ewing

Kite Basics: How to Assemble Your New Kiteboard(Post)

Tools RequiredThe only tool you should need to assemble your board is a #3 Phillips screwdriver.FinsAt each end of the board are two sets of holes for your fins. Drop the screws in from the top of

Wing Foiling | Top Gear Trends That Will Shape Your 2024 Season(Post)

Jeff and Tucker take some time out to have a conversation about the trends they're seeing for winging. What can we expect for 2024? What seems to be on the way out? Here are their thoughts- see if

2023 Duotone Evo D/Lab Review(Post)

Duotone has introduced the Evo D/LAB, a high-performance all-rounder kite that is designed to take freeriding to the next level. The Evo D/LAB is an improvement of the popular Evo kite, and it

30 Days From Clueless Observer to Confident Beginner Kiteboarder(Post)

Getting InspiredGetting Hooked On KiteboardingWhether you hit the beach one day and saw some crazy kiteboarders flying in the air on a windy day, or you saw Kevin Langeree’s 28.3-meter jump in an Ins

Foil Drive Gen2 Install | Full Unboxing and Assembly | Assist MAX(Post)

You've got your Gen2 Foil Drive MAX and want to get out on the water. What is included in your kit? How do you install it so you can go ride? In the Box In the MAX kit you've got the main unit, whic

Big Air Kiteboard Review: Carved Imperator 7 / Lieuwe Falcon / Duotone Jaime SLS(Post)

Big air kiteboards deserve a big review, and no one is more up to the task than guest vlogger Jason Montreal. Although he's from New Zealand where it's notoriously difficult to get one's hands on

Essential Gear for Kiteboarding in Light Winds(Post)

Welcome back to MACkiteboarding. This is Jake, and today I'm going to talk about something we have a lot of experience with here in Michigan, and that is making the most of those light wind d

Shorter, Wider, Better? The 2025 F-One Rocket Wing Crossover Breaks the Rules(Post)

A new foilboard has been getting checked out of the demo room quite a bit. The F-One Rocket Wing Crossover bridges the gap between the Rocket Wing S and the Rocket Midlength. While it still falls in

Why Wing Foil Mast Position Matters More Than You Think(Post)

When it comes to wing foiling, few adjustments make as big a difference as your wing foil mast position. It might seem like a small detail—just sliding the foil a few millimeters forward or back in