Foil

Foil

Foil

Hydrofoiling has become the latest craze in kiteboarding, surfing, stand up paddleboarding, windsurfing, and wakesurfing. Even to us, it seems to still be new and more innovative with every passing season. While hydrofoil riding seems new, hydrofoiling actually dates back to 1906, with a hydrofoil  boat crafted by Italian engineer Enrico Forlanini From there, it's moved on to Olympic sailing, skis, sit-down foilboards, kiteboards, and then on to nearly all board watersports.

Foilboarding has recently exploded in popularity within the watersports community. With an efficient design, hydrofoils allow riders to cross into that sub-10 knot threshold while still having a ton of fun with a kite. The same logic has been applied to surfing, SUP, windsurfing, and wakesurfing. Riding above the surface of the water, a foil board gives you the illusion of what can only be described as floating. For kiteboarders in light wind areas or wave riders looking to better maximize marginal conditions or simply experience something completely new, the foil is the perfect solution.

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    2022 Starboard Take Off Day Bag
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    2022 Starboard Take Off Day Bag

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    2022 Starboard Take Off Day Bag One of the lightest, toughest and most eco-friendly board bags on the market. Sizes: 5'3'' 5'7'' 6'4'' FEATURES Recycled polyester 450D fabric – Ultra-durable ripstop technology Flipped construction...
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    2019 Slingshot Rear Wing Stabilizer 42
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    Slingshot Rear Wing Stabilizer 42cm

    Slingshot Sports

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    2019 Slingshot Rear Wing Stabilizer 42cm 42 cm Rear Stabilizer Wing for Slingshot and Ride Engine Foils.  Wing only - no hardware included Shop for replacement hardware Slingshot Foil Selector If you are not sure what foil to get let the...
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    Mystic Star Foilboard Wide Boardbag Mystic Star Foilboard Wide Boardbag
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    Mystic Star Foilboard Wide Boardbag

    Mystic

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    Mystic Star Foilboard Wide Boardbag 5'1" x 25" x 4"   [155x66x11cm] 5'6" x 27" x 5"   [168x70x12cm] 6'1" x 30" x 5"  [185x76x13cm] 6'6" x 31" x 5"  [198x19x13cm] Features 4mm padding Extra foam rail...
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    Manera

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    Manera Wing Board Bag 5'7" x 30.5" x 5.5"    [173 x 77.4 x 14cm] 6'2" x 34.5" x 6"       [182 x 87.6 x 15cm] The WING boardbags come with a foil-specific entry system for your wingfoil board: It is designed...
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    Slingshot Foil Board Bag

    Slingshot Sports

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    Slingshot Foil Board Bag Sizes: S (5'6" x 27" x 4") / M (6'4" x 30" x 4") / L (6'8" x 32.5" x 4") / XL (7'6" x 34.5" x 4") What Slingshot has to say about the Foil Board Bag DURABLE / VERSATILE / PROTECTIVE A series of padded, protective bags designed to...
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    SABFOIL 483 Rear Wing Stabilizer SABFOIL 483 Rear Wing Stabilizer
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    SABFOIL 483 Rear Wing Stabilizer

    SabFoil

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    Moses 483 Rear Wing Stabilizer  This stabilizer was created to give freedom and speed to our big front wing 633 and 683.  Fits with kite and surf fuselage Includes: 1x MS483 - Stabilizer 483mm Span 483mm Root...
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    MFC Wing Day Single Boardbag Sizing: length + width + side wall hight > 5’4” | 66.5” x 28.5” x 3.125” | 170 x 72,5 x 8 cm> 5’8” | 72” x 32” x 3.125” | 183 x 80 x 8...
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    NSI Freedom Wing Surf Waist Leash What NSI has to say about the Freedom Wind Wing Leash NSI’s Freedom Waist Leash offers freedom and comfort. Utilizing a unique combination of ¼” bungee, covered with nylon tubing, creates a shorter...
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    Manera Day Bag WING - 5'0 Manera Day Bag WING - 5'0
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    Manera Day Bag WING 5'0" x 28"     [156cm x 70cm x narrow] - size up 5'5" x 32"     [170cm x 75cm x narrow] - size up 6'0" x 34"     [185cm x 85cm x narrow] - size up  Description: The Wing bag...
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    2022 Cabrinha Fusion Foil Kit - Hybrid 2022 Cabrinha Fusion Foil Kit - Hybrid
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    2022 Cabrinha Fusion Foil Kit - Hybrid

    Cabrinha

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      2022 Cabrinha Fusion Foil Base Kit - Hybrid Add a front and a rear wing for a complete foil. *See "Frequently Bought Together" for compatible parts Mast Size: 90cm Standard lightweight base plate only.  Quick release base-plate NOT...
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    2021 Starboard Foil Wing SUP Day Bag

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    2021 Starboard Foil Wing SUP Day Bag 4’6 x 28”           Wing Board                      [155cm x 73cm at widest, narrower at...
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    2024 Mystic Star Wingfoil Boardbag

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    2024 Mystic Star Wingfoil Boardbag 5'1'' x 26'' x 9''          [155x66x23cm] 5'6'' x 27.5'' x 10''     [168x70x23cm] 6'1'' x 30'' x 10''        [185x76x23cm] Built with plenty of...
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    2022 Mystic Star Wingfoil Boardbag

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    2022 Mystic Star Wingfoil Boardbag 5'1'' x 26'' x 9''          [155x66x23cm] 5'6'' x 27.5'' x 10''     [168x70x23cm] 6'1'' x 30'' x 10''        [185x76x23cm] Built with plenty...
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    Manera Wing Foil Wheel Bag

    Manera

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    Wing Foil Wheel Bag SIZES 5'0 / 5'5 / 6'0 - 160X65 / 170X75 / 180X85 X24CM Info & Characteristics New sports means new boardbags!  The foil and wing equipment is distinct from kite or surf gear, and it is thus logical and necessary...
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    Cabrinha V-Series Tail Stabilizer
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    2022 Cabrinha 02 V-Series Tail Stabilizer

    Cabrinha

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    Cabrinha V-Series Tail Stabilizer VERSATILE EFFICIENT AND FAST WING SET FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE Available sizes: 180 / 230 / 285 One of the biggest effects on hydrofoil performance comes from the stabilizers. In a sport that is so diverse in its...
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  • Mystic Wingman Foil Harness Mystic Wingman Foil Harness
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    Mystic Wingman Foil Harness

    Mystic

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    Mystic Wingman Foil Harness The Wingman is our wing foil harness, ideal for longer distances as a lightweight design with simple padding. It sits comfortably around the waist and leaves the rider with plenty freedom of movement. Featuring a selflocking...
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    Deep Thread Poly Screws: Self-Tapping for Surf Straps

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    Self-tapping footstraps screws for most wing boards. Compatible with all wing and surfboards with embedded Poly Blocks for strap inserts.Sometimes referred to at wood style screws these screws are specially designed to be used as a fastener into plastic...
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    Moses White Lithium Grease
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    Moses White Lithium Grease

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    Moses White Lithium Grease High-quality lubricating grease based on lithium soaps. Particularly resistant to water, does not dirty, lubricates and protects any type of mechanical coupling from corrosion and wear. Indispensable for nautical uses. The...
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    Moses Hydrofoil Bag Moses Hydrofoil Bag
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    Moses Hydrofoil Bag

    SabFoil

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    Moses Hydrofoil Bag The bag has been built from high quality, heavy duty fabric to keep your hydrofoil safely stowed when you're traveling. It is equipped with internal foam protection with a protective outer shell. The durable carrying handle and...
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So, what are the differences in these hydrofoils?

KITEBOARDING HYDROFOILS AND FOILBOARDS

  • Long mast (30-40") to handle waves and chop
  • Short fuselage for tight turns and quick pitch adjustment
  • Full range of wing sizes to adapt for speed, conditions, and riding style.
  • Track box is the most popular type of board connection
  • Most boards range in size from 3'6-5'
  • Most boards have the option to mount footstraps or hooks

SURFING HYDROFOILS AND FOIL SURFBOARDS

  • Shorter masts (20-30") to allow for small wave riding without hitting the bottom.
  • Short fuselage for tight turns and quick pitch adjustment
  • Wing sizes range from large to very large. 
  • Both track boxes and tuttle style boxes are common.
  • Most boards range in size from 4'5"-7'6"
  • Added volume aids in early paddle entry on smaller boards
  • No footstrap mounting options for most

SUP HYDROFOILS AND SUP FOILBOARDS

  • Shorter masts (20-30") to allow for small wave riding without hitting the bottom.
  • Short fuselage for tight turns and quick pitch adjustment
  • Wing sizes range from large to very large. 
  • Both track boxes and tuttle style boxes are common
  • Most boards range in size from 6'-10'
  • Added volume aids in early paddle entry on smaller boards and additional stability when paddling
  • Footstrap mounting options are available on some custom boards

WAKEFOILS AND WAKEFOIL BOARDS

  • Short masts (15"-30") to handle chop and steep wakes
  • Short fuselage for tight turns and quick pitch adjustment
  • Full range of wing sizes to adapt for speed, rope-less riding, wake size, and riding style.
  • Track box is the most popular type of board connection
  • Most boards range in size from 3'6-5'
  • Most boards have the option to mount footstraps or hooks

WINDSURF FOILS AND WINDSURF FOILBOARDS

  • Long mast (30-40") to handle waves and chop
  • Long fuselage for stability and pitch stability
  • Full range of wing sizes to adapt for speed, conditions, and riding style. 
  • Tuttle is the most popular type of board connection
  • Most boards range in size from 5'-8' with some models as long as 12'
  • Most boards have the option to mount footstraps or hooks

Hydrofoil wing size suggestions for surfing, wakefoil, kiteboarding, SUP, and windsurfing

 An in depth look at wing dimensions across all brands and their predominant uses.