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This is Ryan and Cole here from MACkite, and today we're going to talk about our first impressions on the Liquid Force Launch foilboard. We had it out the other day behind the boat, riding a plethora of Slingshot wings, and we want to give you a quick review of our thoughts on it.First Impressions Cole: When I first picked up this board, I was a little bit skeptical. It's about medium weight. I've felt boards that are heavier than this, but I didn't think this board was going to perform …

The Nebula comes stock with the 2021 Horizon foil set. At 4'2 with a pulled-in nose and tail, the board is light weight and allows for super tight turns and efficient pumping. The board has a compression mold, making for a durable shell that will last on those long, sunny summer days. The board has good concave that allows you to lock your feet in and have more control, especially while learning in those bucking situations where you might not have perfect control of the foil. The t …

The best progression comes from riding with your friends. There is no one better to push your limits than those who are closest to you. Liquid Force Team Riders Elias Ochner, Gabe Payne and Viktor Luypaert are all students of the World Class Kite Academy. Unlike most of us, they receive a high school education while traveling to the best kite locations on the planet. "Mission with the Crew" is produced, edited and filmed by this dynamic trio and showcases the talents of these up and …

Is your kite becoming soft after a session? Did you just have to swim in front of all of your buddies? It is possible you have a tiny leak in your kite. The first step of fixing this leak is to identify where that leak is. Professor Rich highlights the steps necessary to find out where that leak is. Once you've figured out where the leak is, it's time to graduate to the next step of kite repair. Easy Steps to finding a leak in your kite: Check inflation valve for sand or damage be …

Two freestyle kites that at first glance look similar, yet are noticeably different on the water... the long-standing Cabrinha FX and the even-longer-standing, yet new to the category Liquid Force NV. If you’re looking for a kite to take your kiteloops or unhooked riding to a new level, these will get it done. The question is, which kite is right for you? Today we’ll break it all down and dive into everything you need to know. Let’s dive into some common attributes between these kites. …

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 friends. It was so much fun visiting what has become one of my favorite cities for kiteboarding in the USA. The only downside was that I had just injured my knee snowboarding and I had to sit out on most of the riding on both of these trips!  Testing the Liquid Force NV V9 Getting back on the …

A complete review of the 2018 and 2019 Liquid Force NV  In 2010 the Liquid Force Envy led the charge with a bold new three-strut hybrid design. It was faster than the standard bow kites of the time. It bridged the gap between the heavy freeride kites and the fast performance kites. It was something special as it was user-friendly and performance oriented, something hard to find in one kite back then. In 2019 we have two versions available, the V8 and the V9. The NV led the charge wit …

Best 2019 Hydrofoils For You With the explosion of hydrofoil sports and new designs for 2019, even experienced riders are left with some questions. In this blog, we’ll go in-depth covering the differences between foil options, and discuss how to choose the best foil for you. I’ve done my best to title each section appropriately so you can skip to the point if you are in a hurry. There is a lot of info here so you may want to bookmark it for later reference.Weight and PriceWeight and price …

The Best Kites for Learning Freestyle Hey guys! As I promised I'm going to write about my current three favorite kites for learning freestyle. Now, just because I favor these kites doesn't mean there aren't a lot of other great kites that offer similar benefits. I’m going to write about these as well. As I said, these are the best kites for learning freestyle. I know some of you are going to start shouting about C-kites and I’ve addressed this before. Check out my video on the topic. Are …

With so many freeride kiteboards on the market, it’s hard to choose between them all, right?The 2018 Liquid Force Legacy is one of those all-around freeride kiteboards that bridges the gap for a wide range of riding styles. Freeride, freestyle and waves. Even hook up some boots and get your wakestyle on! Big jumps? Yup. FreerideFreestyleBig-AirWakestyleStokestyle (I just made that one up, but it fits!)Rider, Jason Slezak and shaper, Jimmy Redmon have combined their many years of kiteboarding and …

Kiteboarding has come a long way since the early days. What was once an extreme sport is now only as intense as you’d like it to be. Whether you want to experience the freedom of sailing and exploring, you want to wakeboard without a boat. Maybe you want surf in any conditions or you want to get 40 feet of air and push the limits. Best of all it’s an all season, all terrain sport. Basically, kiteboarding is freedom. It’s gravity, it’s your lift pass for life. All the hype aside, with the e …

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 love with foiling...it is that simple. Short story for you: Brandon headed to Maui in 2013 to shoot and test future kites with Julien. Before the trip he bought, yes bought a hydrofoil, mounted it to a wake skate and set off on the trip. All of us sort of chuckled and wrote it off. Couple weeks later …

MACkite Foil Showdown: Who Wins?If 2016 was the year of the foil (according to the ancient kiteboarder zodiac calendar), then 2017 is the year of foil refinement. Hydrofoils are being ridden for more than simply racing, and are now accessible for most riders. For goodness sake, Kai Lenny is ridding them without a tow-in on waves. What was once a simple choice has now become far more convoluted. However, with more options comes the opportunity to get something that better fits your riding st …

Cruising On A Foil - Liquid Force Style On a foil, it seems that even the lightest conditions can be super sweet. Testing out the Happy Foil, Julien Fillion puts the test to the board - and, pairing it with the Elite, it seems that the combination is a success. Julien shows us how he cruises along the beautiful beach city shoreline. See the stoke on Julien's face? We're going to call that the "Foil Smile".  Video Synopsis Come ride along with Julien Fillion as he puts the Elite …

MACkiteboarding Package Kiteboard Comparison So, you're a first-time rider or buyer looking for the best deal possible, right? Well, we don't blame you. Like you, the crew at MACkite is all about getting the most bang for their buck. Bearing that in mind, we've crafted our packages to maximize performance while being budget-conscious. Nathan breaks down the package boards featured in the Learn 2 Ride, Instructor's Choice, and Performance Plus packages. Not sure which to choose? Enjoy Nathan's w …