1478 results for 'open edg appl 2025'

How to Pack Your Hydrofoil for Travel(Post)

How to Pack your Hydrofoil for travel Hydrofoils can be difficult to travel with at times. They are awkward, oftentimes sharp, and can be easily damaged. The kiteboard industry has not come up with

2023 Duotone Rebel SLS Kite Review With Dustin & Pat(Post)

This is Dustin and Pat, and we're here to review the Duotone Rebel SLS.Dustin: So right off the bat, the Rebel SLS is the ultimate jumping kite. For loops or anything in the air, this is the ki

The 5 Best Kiteboards for Jumping and Big Air(Post)

So you’re looking to go big! One of the most fun aspects of kiteboarding is going all out at full speed and just sending it. On those days where the wind is so strong that the beach is empty except

Learn How to Kiteboard Upwind With These 5 Beginner Tips(Post)

Kiteboarding Upwind Is Your First Beginner Milestone If you’re a beginner kiteboarder, going upwind means not walking back up the beach after each ride. If you’re jumping, you need to march upwind

2024 Eleveight GT1 Plus Wing Overview with Kevin Wade(Post)

Pat is with Kevin Wade at King of the Great Lakes Test Fest, checking out the new 2024 GT1+ Wing from Eleveight. What does the "Plus" mean, and is it right for you? Kevin: We have the Plus Seri

Ride with Blake | How To Jump on a Foilboard(Post)

With so many friends coming to visit recently, I haven't been working nearly as much as I should. The last week I've mostly logged a lot of hours at work. That said, I thought I would talk about a re

Big Air Kite Test - Harlem Force / North Orbit Pro / Duotone Evo D/Lab / Cabrinha Nitro v2(Post)

Today's big air kite review from Jason focuses on the Harlem Force, comparing it to the North Orbit Pro, Duotone Evo D/LAB, and Cabrinha Nitro v2. As always, he'll highlight his favorite aspects

Foil Drive Fusion: Save Setup Time with the App(Post)

Ryan from MACkite is here with a tip to get you on the water faster with your Foil Drive Fusion. It's especially helpful when you are running with a trench board and you want to have your setup as r

Slingshot Refraction Vs Asylum - Versus w/Rygo(Post)

Kiteboards are often treated as an afterthought next to kites but that's a huge mistake. There are a ton of variables in every kiteboard and it makes a huge difference on the water. As far as kitebo

2024 Duotone Unit D/Lab Wing | Worth the Upgrade to Aluula?(Post)

The Duotone Unit is now available in the Aluula construction, known as D/LAB. How is it different from the standard Dacron construction, and is it worth it?Benefits of Aluula If you compare a 5m

2019 Cabrinha FX Review(Post)

The FX, has only been around for a few years, yet in that time, it’s dominated the crossover freestyle category. So much so, Cabrinha has discontinued the Chaos. Making the FX their premier freestyle

Duotone Paradox SLS Mid-Length Board Review(Post)

Tucker has spent some time testing the Duotone Paradox SLS: Duotone's latest mid-length offering. It's most pointed at parawing, but it also serves as a highly efficient winging option. If you're lo

Kiteboarding Safety Protocols(Page)

Kiteboarding Safety Protocols   Kiteboarding along the Lake Michigan Shoreline, as with all kiteboarding locations, has many inherent risks. All kiteboarders are responsible for adhering to...

Kiteboarding Video: 2016/17 Naish Kite Collection(Post)

2016/17 Naish Kite Collection Naish has unleashed their kite collection for this year and color us impressed. Subtle changes grace these kites, with an emphasis of creating the perfect balance. What's

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

Harlem Peak vs Reedin MasterModel | Boost, Loops, and Truth!(Post)

Brainchild DNA | Two Very Different Big Air Personalities The Brazilian Brothers are back with another high-level big air showdown—this time comparing two of the most hyped five-strut kites in the g

Waydoo EVO eFoil Firmware Update | A Complete Step-by-Step Guide(Post)

From time to time your Waydoo EVO will have firmware updates available. It's important to install these since they'll contain bug fixes and add new features. MACkite's Eli has created a step-by-step

​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

The Most Important Part of Kiteboarding: How to Fall(Post)

Blake from MACkite here. It's good to be back! I'm recovering from a torn ACL surgery, and just being able to walk is so incredible. So I figured... why not teach you one of the most important thing

The 2018 North Vegas(Post)

Are you thinking about stepping up your freestyle/wakestyle game? Maybe you're looking for a mega-looping machine? Something with the most direct steering, explosive lift, and mad pop? Look no further

Is the F-One Frigate Worth the Premium Price? Here's the Ride Report(Post)

F-One's Frigate has got to be one of the most eagerly-awaited parawings so far. Even before its official release date, the preorders are almost sold out. How can a wing that no one's ridden be so ho

2026 Duotone Stash Parawing Tech Talk | What Changed and Why?(Post)

In this episode of Duotone Wing & Foiling Tech Talks, the design team takes a deep dive into the 2026 Stash, Duotone’s second-generation parawing. Standing on Maui, Klaas is joined by Jeffrey Spence

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,

Latest Lightweight Kite and Wing Canopy Materials(Post)

This is Pat and Aaron with MACkiteboarding.com talking today about some kite and wing materials. We've got five different materials that have become the industry standard, and a bunch of different

Cabrinha Fusion X-Series Vs. H-Series Foils | Versatility and Performance(Post)

Cabrinha Fusion X-Series | The All-RounderThe X-Series MkII hydrofoil offers enhanced maneuverability with refined profiles, a moderate aspect ratio, and a redesigned wingtip shape, making it suita

2024 Dakine Renegade Ultralight and Pyro Harnesses with Connect Spreader Bars(Post)

Aaron has caught up with Daniel Ware from Cabrinha at the King of the Great Lakes Test Fest to chat about some new harness offerings from Dakine. Aaron: Daniel, what have you got for us, buddy?

Ebb and Flow: Lessons From Riding Giants | Dave Kalama | TEDxMaui(Post)

Thought this would be a good one to share with it being the start of 2015. His advice is really simple and fitting when you take on new goals and project with the start of the new year. And when you

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Sherman Island - Destinations EP 15(Post)

You know those kite spots that you hear about over and over from friends that have been and can’t stop raving about it?! In today's edition, we're covering one of those spots. In the Northern Calif

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

Let's Chat: Aaron on the Mystic Majestic X Wave Harness(Post)

The Mystic Majestic X Wave Harness - A Review There’s a lot of hype in the market about hard-shell kiteboarding harnesses. And for good reason—they work amazingly well. This morning I had a go on the 

3 Mistakes Every New Kitesurfer Makes(Post)

After years of riding, I've made a lot of mistakes along the way. The funny thing about kitesurfing is no one wants to show themselves riding bad or crashing. It occurred to me I can think of hundred

Tucker Reviews: 2015 Airush Razor Kiteboarding Kite(Post)

Tucker Reviews: 2015 Airush Razor Kiteboarding Kite MACkite's Airush-lover and all-around riding extraordinaire Tucker gives his review for the 2015 Airush Razor, a powerful C-kite that acts like a f

Load Testing Aluula and Dacron Kite and Wing Materials | Reece's Shred Lab(Post)

"And so I'm here at the Ocean Rodeo headquarters where Aluula is being tested, and I am going to be doing some load-testing on some Aluula that I have here, and I'm going to compare it to some

Custom Painting Your Waydoo Flyer One With Plastidip(Post)

Quick shout out to Jeremy Byrom of eFoil Lake Powell on YouTube for a great video on how he used Plastidip to customize his Waydoo Flyer One!This tip will give you at least worth a 15% increas

Foil Drive MAX Battery Guide - Which One Do I Need?(Post)

If you're just getting into Foil Drive, the options can feel a little overwhelming. What's the difference between Gen 1 and Gen 2? Should I get the Max or the Slim? Do I need 3 props on my motor or

Blank Kite Test (Big Air) Season 2 | Ep. 1-3(Post)

Kiteboarding enthusiasts, get ready for an exciting new series of the Blank Kite Test! Season 2 BIG AIRWhat's the Blank Kite Test? Series 2 of the Blank Kite Test features Ruben Lenten, Giel Vlug

Tech Talk: North Sonar Carbon Foil Set With Matt Aiken(Post)

Why Choose Carbon? The Sonar foil system comes in a full carbon version in addition to the full alloy setup. North is one of the few brands that has a full carbon fuselage, not just a carbon mast.

Kiteloops how to Heli Loop - Ride With Blake(Post)

Today we are going to go over how to do a heli loop. This is a really great addition to any trick because it maximizes the wind window and allows for you to catch yourself on the way down. Heli loop

2023 North Code Zero On-Water Review(Post)

This is Pat from MACkiteboarding.com talking about the new Code Zero from North Kiteboarding. What is it? What are you going to get out of it? Who's it for? And why should you consider buying thi

The Ultimate Guide to Traveling with Kiteboarding and Wing Foiling Gear(Post)

Introduction Traveling with kiteboarding and wing foiling gear can be an exciting and rewarding experience for water sports enthusiasts. However, it also requires careful planning and preparation to