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2016 Airush Dyneema Load FrameWhat Airush has to say: Airush took a completely new approach to kite construction by introducing the Load Frame, this is the only kite construction on the market that does not rely solely on the canopy to support the primary loads. "The other guys” rely on a thin layer of polyester material to carry the hundreds of kilograms of load, which kites are routinely exposed to. The Airush Load Frame comprises of a unique web of Dyneema that supports the primary load …

Damien LeRoy's Foil Freestyle with the Cabrinha Double Agent When it comes to foiling, we consider ourselves pretty proficient. Now, Damien LeRoy has taken foil freestyling to a whole new level, and we're impressed. The song "Cheerleader" is appropriate as the background music for this video because that is exactly what we're doing - cheering Damien on as he tumbles and flips over the water like a barrel of monkeys. What is the Cabrinha Double Agent?"The Double Agent is a performa …

Designer Notes - Cabrinha Double Agent The all-new Cabrinha Double Agent has taken the foilboarding industry by storm. Now, one of the most well-known kiteboarding companies has created a board that conveys two functions: a foilboard and a wave, directional board. While jargon may be shown throughout this video, no words can describe our utter fascination and excitement over the Double Agent. Why we're stoked about Cabrinha's Double Agent: The Double Agent has a twin tip …

2016 North Dice Product Clip Tom Court, hardcore wakestyler, introduces the third generation North Dice to the masses. Taking your opinions and criticisms, North has improved the Dice this year with several newer features that riders are sure to enjoy. The 2016 Dice has been redefined for a more versatile riding structure, meaning you'll be able to enjoy the waters no matter the conditions. Color us stoked. Why we're stoked about the 2016 North Dice: Whether you're into freestyle, wakestyle …

Rebel 2016 Product Clip What North has to say: The North Kiteboarding Rebel is the ultimate freeride, jumping, and hang time machine. This year, North has made quite a few changes on the Rebel to ensure the kite delivers maximum performance across the entire range of sizes.  The larger Rebel sizes now feature a higher aspect ratio and new profile to deliver maximum power, jumping, and hang time. The smaller Rebel sizes have a slightly lower aspect ratio to deliver better …

DC Shoes: Robbie Maddison's "Pipe Dream" DC presents Robbie “Maddo” Maddison’s “Pipe Dream,” giving the world a chance to witness history being made as Maddo rides his dirt bike on the powerful and iconic waves of Tahiti. From his helmet to motocross boots, Maddo was dressed for FMX when he took his dirt bike into the unchartered saltwater terrain of the Pacific Ocean in French Polynesia. For nearly two years Robbie has been focused on making surfing on his motorbike a reality. His effor …

Red Bull Harbour Reach 2015 HighlightsMystic shows off some of the best cable riders from around the world: Dom Hernler, Daniel Grant, Aaron Gunn, Nico Von Lerchenfeld, Yonel Cohen, James Windsor and many others as they duke it out for wakestyle supremacy. The competition was located in Liverpool's Albert Dock and was free for the public to attend. (Next year, maybe you'll catch some of the MACkite crew on the sidelines? Well, one can dream.)The winners of the 2015 Harbour Reach were:1st - Dom H …

O'Neill - Don't Get BurnedSummer is a great time to go out to the beach and to catch a few rays. Living only 5 minutes away from the beach, it's pretty easy for us to head out whenever we can. That being said, while we love being out in the sun we also know the dangers of being out in the sun for too long: heat exhaustion, sunburn, skin cancer...it can be hard to handle. That's why we always carry around at least some water, sun screen, or a light rashguard (O'Neill Superlite Jacket) like the to …

Red Sea Floating: Cabrinha Double Agent Foil Big news: Cabrinha has stepped up to the plate in the foilboarding market! Innocent by day and devious by night, the Double Agent Foil is one intense competitor. This Cabrinha foil looks thin, fast, and a blast to ride. Offered in a beach blue color, the new Cabrinha Double Agent Foilboard makes us want to go out and try it ourselves. In this video, Mike Raper shows what the Double Agent can really do...absolutely rip! The Cabrinha Double Agent …

Disguise The Limit You've been waiting for the latest Cabrinha gear. Now its the time to see it put to the test by the Cabrinha team. Admittedly, this movie can be a little long for some, but it is definitely worth the watch. (Pro tip: The 20-minute mark has some pretty hilarious shenanigans from Nick Jacobsen. Ever seen someone try to give a foot-five to their friend while kitesurfing? I know I haven't.) Riders: Pete Cabrinha, Keahi De Aboitiz, Reo Stevens, Moona Whyte, Nick Jaco …

The Getaway: Kiteboarding in Paradise 4kWe love traveling with our kiteboards, embracing the great unknown that is life, and opening ourselves to adventures. While some of us are able to travel more frequently than others, not everyone has the chance to go out and afford to travel. At least the ones that have to stay behind have YouTube and Vimeo to show us some incredible footage of crystal waters and sandy beaches. In this case, Slingshot has decided to show us an unforgettable getaway with Vi …

Coming soon - Disguise the limit - Cabrinha 2016 In a world...where kiters reign...one company...sets out...to conquer...the world. (Okay, so, maybe we can't do a good version of the "movie guy voice" in a blog. I tried.) Join the masses in one of the most anticipated kite releases this season. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll want to be out in the water (and maybe you'll cry out in the water over how awesome this lineup is). Watch as your favorite riders team up and ride on in a v …

2016 Airush Team Series Some riders love Airush for its kites. Some love them for their technology. We love Airush because they have a combination of tech and style. The 2016 Airush Team Series shows what its like to be a premium board for those advanced riders looking for a little "rush". What Airush has to say: The 2016 Airush Team Series Range introduces a completely fresh look along with extensive technical upgrades and innovations. For the first time, we present the range in coll …

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 your regular stops. Now imagine if you only ate Mexican and never experienced pizza in all its glory? Oh the horror!!!! Okay, all bad jokes aside, let me get to the point. In kiteboarding, like many sports, we often find a piece of equipment that we like and just stick with it, riding it o …

Slingshot Sports - Down the Line Slingshot's new Wave SST kite has redefined kitesurfing. We are thrilled to have this kite in our lineup, and can't wait to break it out during those choppy days. In this video, Slingshot shows off the Wave's power and precision while kiting and also shows the complimentary action that comes when pairing the Wave SST with the Slingshot Angry Swallow, Slingshot Tyrant, and Slingshot Screamer.What Slingshot has to say about the Wave SST: Slingsho …