195 results for '"Demo" "Open box"'

Crew Thoughts From 2016 MRA On-Hill Snow Demo(Post)

What stood out the most to you this year, overall? Nate: I would say that the outstanding product was quite surprising to me. Nitro came up with a really solid deal - a no-compromise board/binding c ...

Let's Chat: Jake's View on the Pedego Classic Interceptor(Post)

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King of the Great Lakes Test Fest 2012(Post)

13th Annual KOGL Kiteboarding Competition & Gear Test Fest MACkiteboarding will be hosting the 13th annual KOGL in late September in 2013.  The 12th annual KOGL Test Fest format was a smas ...

​North Flare Kiteboard Review(Post)

The North Flare is a wakestyle / parkstyle board. It's made for kiteboarders who are looking to ride powered, do unhooked tricks and grind things. In spite of the fact that wakestyle is pretty ...

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 ...

Wakefoiling with no Wake(Post)

Wakefoiling is so much fun! The only downside is some believe you need a fancy wakeboat that costs upwards of 100k to get into it. Thing is, that's completely false. With the efficiency of modern f ...

Why I use the Clickbar(Post)

The Duotone Click bar is the choice of almost all their team riders. Its a premium kiteboarding control bar that looks simple and is effective. Tye chooses this bar because he appreciates all the ...

2023 Cabrinha Dealer Meeting in Cancun Event Recap(Post)

Aaron at MACkite- let's talk about the Cabrinha dealer meeting in Mexico! We had an amazing trip down to Isla Blanca, Mexico, which is just north of Cancun. Our hopes were to ride and demo an ...

North Fix Boots Review (Post)

The North Fix boots are kite specific and a good option for kiteboarder looking to add some power to their riding,  They have a clean simple look that can be seen throughout the entire North ...

Cabrinha One Strut Review(Post)

The Contra One Strut is a new kite for 2021. I find it funny that Cabrinha chose the name Contra as this kite feels quite different from the original 3-strut light wind specific Contra kite. The ...

Board Report: 2018 North Pro Whip CSC(Post)

OK, I’ve officially found my favorite kite-surfboard of all time, and it only took me 18 years. Ha!Nah—seriously though, you’ve got to have a look at the NEW 2018 North Pro Whip CSC. This little ...

Slingshot Formula V1 Review(Post)

The Formula V1 kiteboard is an exciting addition to Slingshot's lineup. Their kiteboards have long been known to be heavy duty and provide a distinct damp feel on the water. The Formula could ...

F-One Strike CWC 9m Wing | Light Wind Tested!(Post)

Tucker meets up with Billy from Manera and F-One at KoGL to chat about the new 9m Strike CWC. Wait... a 9m wing? Why not! Tucker: This is the behemoth, the big lady, of the range. Billy: ...

Should You Add a Surf-Specific Harness to Your Quiver?(Post)

Benefits of Adding A Surf-Specific Harness to Your Quiver Up until this last week, I was a firm believer that one harness was sufficient for any and all conditions. Having homed in on the Apex ...

Chris Bobryk: "Duel in the Sun" - Video Premiere(Post)

Questions and Answers with the American Sledgehammer: What have you been up to since your last video release? CB: Since Turks & Caicos, I traveled to the Cayman Islands to compete in TRIO, di ...

Wing Foiling | How to Correctly Downsize to Your Next Wing Board(Post)

So you've gotten the basics of wing foiling down and are ready to get your next board. What sizes should you look at? Do you need a light and high wind board, or can you get away with just on ...

Summer Memories With RyGo(Post)

Summer Memories With RyGoUpdate about September - Pumpkin Spice Latte is now available! While one of us (read: me) is excited for this season, all of us around the shop are rather nostalgic of the su ...

Is the M1 worth the long wait?(Post)

Thanks for checking out this post! This blog is a part of a larger series of electric-specific blogs. If you find yourself needing more information on electric bikes or electric skateboar ...

Axis Foil Drive Board vs. Omen Flux(Post)

The Axis Foil Drive board has just arrived at the shop, and the guys managed to get a quick morning session in small conditions on it. It's quite similar to the Omen Flux, but there are a few ...

What Size Kiteboarding Harness Do I Need?(Post)

  In kiteboarding, harnesses tend to be the last thing on a kiter’s mind as far as the order of importance. However, the harness should be of utmost importance as it’s a rider's connect ...

Best Roca 2nd Impressions with Rygo(Post)

Putting the 17m Best Roca to the test. Rider Weight:179lbs Wind Speed: 13-15mph Board: 144 Cabrinha Custom CBL with RAD Bindings Wind forecasts can be fickle, to say the least. With this kn ...

eFoiling: First Purchase Tips(Post)

Looking at all the fun new eFoils on the market? There’s a lot going on, especially when you’re in the market to get one yourself. Luckily for you, our staff has had the opportunity to h ...

What Foil Works Best in Waves and Swells? | High-Aspect vs. Mid-Aspect(Post)

The MACkite Foil Crew sat down to talk about which foils they like best for waves and swells. As you can guess, there isn't one right answer to this question. In addition to personal preference, it ...

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 hand ...

Tucker Interviews Liquid Force's Gary Siskar(Post)

Gary Siskar Talks about Liquid Force Foiling Hey Gary, thanks for taking the time to talk with us today! When did Liquid Force get into the foil game? We got into the foil game because we fell in l ...

North Orbit vs the Reach(Post)

The Orbit and the Reach are two offerings from North Kiteboarding. One's a big air specialty kite and the other is an all-around kite. The North Orbit 2021 North Orbit Let's start with the Orb ...

Where in the World Did RyGo???(Post)

Aaron: Thanks for joining us. We are catching up with RyGo, who is currently located in southern Florida. Where are you at right now, buddy? RyGo: I'm in St. Petersburg right now, but I' ...

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 S ...

MACkite Rides: Haibike on a Monday (Post)

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Lake Michigan Foil Drive Tour with MACkiteboarding(Post)

Josh, Ben, and Caitlyn from Foil Drive are flying from Australia to tour the U.S., with their first stop being to see the MACkite crew. It's going to be quite a journey, with layovers in Los ...

North Midi Wing Foilboard | Mid-Length Design with High-Performance DNA(Post)

Tucker and Nate have been putting North's new Midi foilboard through its paces. What's it designed for, and is it good at it? Who is it for? As always, they've got an opinion, and they hope it'll h ...

My Kitesurfing Gear & Why(Post)

Choosing the right gear when you are a new kiteboarder is easy. Go for an all around kite and you will be set for years to come. Choosing your second quiver of kites can take a bit more work depen ...

Is the 2023 Duotone Evo or Evo SLS the Best Kite for Every Wind Condition?(Post)

Aaron from MACkite is on the beach at King of the Great Lakes with Ben from Duotone to find out what makes the Evo SLS such a popular kite. Aaron: Why is the Evo SLS Duotone's best-selling ki ...

Blakes Travels C2SKY Kite Center (Post)

MACKite Location Review on C2SKY kite Center 5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The location:  Location: Mũi Ne,Southern Vietnam, South China Sea. Nearest airport:  Saigon (Ho Chi Min City) 4 ...

Slingshot Raptor Vs Rally GT (Post)

Slingshot went back to the drawing board for 2020 and has brought us two brand-new kites - the Rally GT and the Raptor. Many are wondering - who are these kites for, and what is the difference? We' ...

RyGoals for 2015: An Experimental Time in One Shop Rider's Life(Post)

Often times it's very easy to get set in your ways. You have a favorite restaurant, maybe a favorite musical genre. If you're really bad like me, you even have a favorite parking spot at all of yo ...

Let's Chat: Pedego Interceptor Overview & Review(Post)

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2023 Slingshot Code V1 Kite - A Second Look with Pat(Post)

Pat talks to Aaron about his latest experiences with the 2023 Slingshot Code V1, a three-strut all-around kite that aims to compete with other kites in this category. The Code V1 is a great bo ...

Wing Foiling Innovations | Are Booms Really Better Than Handles?(Post)

All of a sudden, it seems like wings with booms are everywhere. Maybe you've been to a recent event and noticed that many of the best riders were using them. If they are, should you be? Well, i ...

Pick 5 Challenge | Mr. Jeff's Wing Foiling Gear List(Post)

Today Mr. Jeff is in the "Pick 5" hotseat with Tucker. Jeff is constantly on the water with a wing and a foil, and his Subaru is a virtual demo room with about 30 pieces of gear to choose ...

Inboard M1 Electric Skateboard vs. Boosted Electric Skateboard(Post)

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Appletree Zapple | Is This the Best Foil Drive Board Ever?(Post)

If you've ever had a chance to ride a board that came out of the Appletree factory, you know it's something special. These boards are designed and built by the people who use them. The Foil Drive w ...

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 ...

Naish Hover 112 + Thrust Surf L Review (Post)

Working at MACkite has some unique benefits. Working with friends in an industry that we are passionate about makes most days feel less like “work”. The huge amount of demo gear available is als ...

Freestyle Kiting With Christophe Tack - Sessions with Rygo EP 10(Post)

Last time on Sessions we explored Key West and the Canary Islands with our team rider Blake Olsen. We were filming for our  kiteloop playlist and just enjoying the islands with good frien ...

2023 Reedin Supermodel HTF Review(Post)

Shop Reedin Kite, Wing & Foil Gear. Today, Pat and Aaron chat about the new Reedin Supermodel V4 HTF kite. Read on to find out what's new, what's great or not-so-great, and who this ...

Testing the 2018 North Evo with Danny Barnette (Post)

Sessions Blog - Testing the 2018 North Evo For the  2018 North Evo, I really had to put in the work to get my review right. In most of my previous videos, I'd already had years of experience ...

Some Good Reasons to Buy New or Used Kites(Post)

Yeah, what's up guys? Rygo here from MACkite. I'm here in Arizona picking up a new RV for the MACkite RV tour. I spent the last year living in a 27-footer, and then when we were in Oregon we actua ...

2019 Duotone Rebel Review(Post)

The Rebel is a kiteboarding kite that’s been around forever, pretty much has a cult following and last year was completely redesigned. Purist lost their minds, new riders loved it and everyone els ...

​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 hoodA few years back, my husband Andrew and I were traveling through Colorado. It w ...

2019 Duotone Dice Review(Post)

2019 Duotone Dice Review  So you’re thinking of crossing over to the Dice? I get it, explosive pop, forgiving slack, powerful loops and a kite that loves side and side off shore waves. After ...

Kiteboarding Review: Duotone Dice VS Duotone Rebel (Post)

Duotone Rebel Vs The Duotone Dice There are two kites in the Duotone kiteboarding lineup that share some characteristics yet, appeal to completely different kiteboarders and riding styles. The ...

Kiteboarding Travel Guide: Squamish BC Canada - Destinations Ep04(Post)

Wind by Season The best time to ride in Squamish is during their official kite season - from May 15 to September 15. Outside of this season, the air and water temperature can be quite cold and ...

Navigating the Seas of Change with Brendan Healy, Cabrinha's Sales Manager(Post)

Pat: This is Pat with MACkiteboarding.com here this morning with Brendan Healy from Cabrinha. Brendan: Good to be here. Thanks for having me, man. Pat: No problem, Brendan. So you came from ...

Return & Refund Policy(Page)

MACkite Return & Exchange Policy Returns: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, contact us Via our "Request a return" web form for a replacement, exchange, or return. IMPORTANT: "N ...

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Thank you for shopping with MACkite! Our secure checkout uses 256-bit encryption to keep your personal information safe. We also welcome orders by phone. (1-800-622-4655) We have experienced riders o ...

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 qu ...

Testimonials(Page)

Customer Testimonials Here at MACkite Kiteboarding, we have a customer-oriented attitude, and if these comments we've received from our customers are any indication, that attitude shows in our servi ...