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Summertime Sessions | A Day of Wakefoiling with the MACkite Crew
There are thrills and spills, but not too many chills in this beautiful summertime wakefoiling session! The guys practice their wakefoiling and pumping skills, and through the magic of a GoPro on a selfie stick, you're invited along for the ride!
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23rd Oct 2024
The Dockstarter from North: Pumping Up Your Flatwater Foil Fun
Dockstarting can be a fun challenge with your foil.
Just ask Pat! (Link warning: Goofiness inside.) If you love to pump on flat water, it's almost a required skill. But you do need enough dock length without pilings in the way so you can run up with your foilboard. Then you need to drop your foil into the water at just the right angle and still manage to hop aboard without losing your center of balance. North has tackled this hurdle and created something that every dockstarting enthusiast
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26th Sep 2024
Wake Foiling for Beginners | Your Complete Guide
Wake foiling can be challenging if you don't know where to begin. We're here to help! The following videos are intended to take you from step one, through to becoming a confident beginner.
Click through the videos below when you have a moment, and feel free to reach out to us with any questions that you may have. We're always happy to help!
Wake Foiling | Who it's for and How to Get Started
Explore the exciting world of wake foiling, and learn about the skills and prerequisites need
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31st Jul 2023
Wake Foiling | Wakesurfing vs. Wake Foiling
Imagine that you're wakesurfing on the first wake behind a boat and you're absolutely shredding it, but then you look behind you and this guy's absolutely shredding on the second wake. He's wake foiling and you're wakesurfing. How do these two sports compare? Let's break down the similarities and differences between wakesurfing and wake foiling.Where Can You Ride?
The wakesurfer is really limited to that first wake. You might be able to ride the second roller with a longboard or a
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17th Jul 2023
Wake Foiling | How to Get Up
The day has come: it's time for you to learn how to wake foil! Put on that life vest, strap on that helmet, and get out there and start to ride. It might seem daunting to learn how to wake foil, but check out these tips to make it a little bit easier to get up and ride.1. Get Ready
You're in the water with your board and the tow handle in your hand. To get the board to your feet, grab the rail of the board with your off-hand while keeping the other hand on the handle. Tell the dri
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17th Jul 2023
Wake Foiling | How to Surf the Wake
You've got the basics of wake foiling down and have been having fun with it. So what's next in your wake foiling progression? Surfing the wake is by far the most fun thing you can do on a wake foil. Here's how you can do it.1. Are You Ready?
If you can control the mast height of your foil and do carves proficiently, those are all the skills that you need to get into surfing the wake. Bonus points if you know how to wake surf without the rope. This will help you get onto the wake b
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17th Jul 2023
Wake Foiling | How to Turn
Do you want to be that guy carving and having the absolute time of his life behind his boat? Here are a few tips on how you can turn your foil better and carve like a pro.1. Be Patient
Unlike a wakeboard or wakesurfer where turning is an immediate response, foils take time for a turn to develop. When you apply heel pressure or toe pressure, know that the foil is going to take a minute to respond. It's important that you don't add more heel or toe pressure, or you'll you run the ri
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17th Jul 2023
Wake Foiling | How to Safely Fall Off of Your Hydrofoil
Introduction
There's no denying the adrenaline rush of hydrofoiling, but any time you slip out on your board and find yourself eyeing a descent toward carbon fiber and metal, you know you're heading for trouble. Fortunately, these hazardous scenarios are totally avoidable. While falling off a hydrofoil is part of the learning curve, it's how you fall that can make a significant difference in whether you get back on your board or head to the ER. In this blog, we'll discuss three critica
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14th Jul 2023
Can You Wake Foil Behind Any Boat? 3 Things You'll Need
For years, there's been a perception in the world of watersports that you need a top-of-the-line, hundred-thousand-dollar wakeboard boat to have a good time out on the water. In reality, you don't need an exorbitantly priced boat to get into wake foiling seriously. I've spent the past five years proving this myth wrong, riding behind everything from pontoon boats to jet skis, and even center console fishing boats.
The truth is, you can have a blast behind any watercraft, and today,
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12th Jul 2023
Wake Foiling | How to Drive Your Boat for a Wake Foiler
Driving your boat for a wake foiler can indeed feel like a daunting task. Pushing the gas too hard sends the rider shooting out of the water, while going too slow fails to help them rise at all.
Here, we share three key tips that can help you turn this challenging task into a smooth ride. These tips cover essential aspects such as communication, consistent speed, and a comfortable pace at which to pull your rider up.
1. Effective Communication: A Must for a Smooth Wakef
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7th Jul 2023
Wake Foiling | How to Handle Your Foil In and Out of the Water
Wake foiling has gained substantial popularity in the world of towed water sports. Whether you're a seasoned surfer or just a beginner, it's essential to understand how to properly handle your hydrofoil both in and out of the water. In this blog, we'll provide a comprehensive guide on how to avoid unnecessary injuries or damage to your equipment.
On the Land: How to Carry Your Foil Safely
Before getting into the water, it's crucial to understand how to carry your hy
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7th Jul 2023
Wake Foiling | A Step-by-Step Guide for Assembling Your Hydrofoil
Welcome to your comprehensive guide on assembling your hydrofoil. Today, we're going to transform your foil parts into a fully functioning foil and get you out there on the water with a
Slingshot All-Around Wake Foil Package!
Unboxing Your Brand New Foil
As soon as we ditch the box, we are greeted by our foil bag containing all the goodies we need for our adventure. The first compartment holds anti-corrosion tape for screws, Allen Keys for tightening our foil
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30th Jun 2023
Wake Foiling | Who it's For and How to Get Started
Introduction: Who's That Guy?
You're enjoying a peaceful day out on the lake when suddenly, a stranger zooms into sight, turns smoothly around, and rides the wake of your boat. Suspended above the water, he appears to be hovering or floating. You wonder who he is and where he came from, but most importantly, you're wondering: How is he doing that? And could I do it too?
Welcome to the world of wake foiling - a thrilling and accessible sport that I'm about to unpack
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28th Jun 2023