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Why the Cedrus Forged Mast Is for Everyone

Why the Cedrus Forged Mast Is for Everyone

Tucker's had his hands on a Cedrus Forged mast prototype for a few months now, and he feels that it may be one of the most disruptive products in the industry this year. If you're a foiler, you should take a look at this mast, because it is something that will benefit riders of all levels. What Is Cedrus? Originally known as Project Cedrus, it was founded back in 2016 ago by Kyle Lobisser, then a lead product design engineer for Apple. He left Apple to focus his passion on developing an …
18th Dec 2025 Tucker Vantol
Jeff Reviews the Gath Surf Convertible Helmet

Jeff Reviews the Gath Surf Convertible Helmet

Jeff's got four decades of experience on the water but has only recently decided to begin wearing a helmet, and his pick is the Surf Convertible helmet from Gath. So far he's had two sessions with it, and he hasn't looked back. So why did it take him so long to start protecting his noggin, and how has the Gath SFC helmet overcome those objections? Do I Really Need a Helmet? Ultimately, it is up to you whether you want to wear a helmet. We know that they can feel heavy, especially if they …
21st Nov 2025 Jeff Hamilton
Code Foils 810X | Lively, Playful, and Surf-Ready!

Code Foils 810X | Lively, Playful, and Surf-Ready!

SHOP Code Foils 810X The long-awaited Code Foils 810X has finally landed, and early impressions from Hobey Moss paint a picture of a wing that may quickly become a core part of every serious foiler’s travel kit. After months of anticipation, Moss took the first production 810X straight to the proving grounds—the Mentawais—and immediately confirmed what the design team had been chasing: a single foil that can handle nearly anything a rider throws at it. What stands out most …
20th Nov 2025 Code Foils
2026 Cabrinha Union Foil Review

2026 Cabrinha Union Foil Review

Tucker and Jeff have an early review of the 2026 Cabrinha Union foil. Cabrinha sent them some prototypes to ride, and so far they're stoked about it. Now they're ready to chat about what it is, what each wing is for, and who might want to pick this new system up. What Is the Cabrinha Union Foil System? This is a complete redesign that uses a monobloc construction, with the front and rear wing pieces each forming half of the fuselage. It's streamlined and incredibly stiff, and a few brand …
29th Oct 2025 Tucker Vantol & Jeff Hamilton
Slingshot's 2026 Glide Craft V1 and Flow Craft V2 | Easy Progression and Surfy Performance

Slingshot's 2026 Glide Craft V1 and Flow Craft V2 | Easy Progression and Surfy Performance

Slingshot has designed a couple new foilboards for 2026, and Tucker and Jeff are pretty excited about them. When you think of Slingshot's Craft line of boards, you might envision a chicken nugget shape, but they've gone back to the drawing board with the Flow Craft and Glide Craft. These have been updated with a sleeker surfy approach and a clean white top that gives off surfboard vibes. What's the difference between them, and how do they feel out on the water? Flow Craft: Construction T …
24th Oct 2025 Tucker Vantol & Jeff Hamilton
Affordable Dockstart Foil Kit? Ensis MANIAC STRIDE with HIP HOP PRO Tested

Affordable Dockstart Foil Kit? Ensis MANIAC STRIDE with HIP HOP PRO Tested

Tucker just got in a session at his favorite (and top-secret) dockstarting spot with the new Ensis Maniac Stride pump foil and Hip Hop Pro board, and he was pleasantly surprised at how good it was for someone as bad as he was at dockstarting. Not that he's a complete novice, but he'd much rather have a wing in his hands and just doesn't put much time into dockstarting. There are those pesky days that are flat across the board, though, so having a decent pumping foil in your back pocket is …
24th Sep 2025 Tucker Vantol
Slingshot One-Lock Wake Foil Review: Turbo 180 vs. Flare 145 with the Glide 925

Slingshot One-Lock Wake Foil Review: Turbo 180 vs. Flare 145 with the Glide 925

Ryan and Caden were out testing wake gear in Lake Michigan. Caden's been behind wake boats for a while and is currently a Junior on the Michigan State Wakeboarding Team. Ryan's no stranger to the foil but can usually be found riding the wind with a wing. They started out testing various brands, but then a screw decided to take a swim, so the guys switched their focus to the toolless, no-hardware-needed One-Lock foil system from Slingshot. What did they ride, and did they agree on the best …
12th Sep 2025 Ryan Hooker & Caden Buller
Tech Talk: Code Foils 810X X-Series Front Wing

Tech Talk: Code Foils 810X X-Series Front Wing

It's been a long-time coming, but Code's new X Series is finally here. The 810X is the first wing in the lineup, designed for radial turns, aggressive maneuvers, and control at high speeds. If you're an intermediate or advanced rider who want to get the most out of riding in critical zones, the 810X is the wing you've been waiting for. Why Code Built the X Series The X Series was born out of the need for more roll, tighter turns, and sharper transitions, especially when winging. Riders wa …
12th Sep 2025 Code Foils
How to Use the Ensis HIP HOP Pumpfoil Backpack

How to Use the Ensis HIP HOP Pumpfoil Backpack

Ensis has created a backpack designed for pump foil sessions. Here's all you need to know on what makes the HIP HOP unique and how to use: Notable Features The HIP HOP has some pivotal performance features that make it a handy option for carrying around. The huge back pocket lets you easily add a wetsuit, lycra, or towel — anything that you need at the beach to go pump foiling. One of the coolest things about this backpack is the back panel. It's fully equipped with comfortable padd …
2nd Sep 2025 ENSIS Watersports
North Sonar MA1500 & SF1080 Wake Foil Review

North Sonar MA1500 & SF1080 Wake Foil Review

Ryan and Caden have spent plenty of time behind the boat testing North's Sonar foils, and they've found two stellar options for progression: the Sonar MA1500 V2 and the SF1080. First, you focus on the MA1500 V2 to get your progression going. Then, a shift to the SF1080 gives you the play to perform and start learning more intermediate maneuvers. What is the North Sonar? The Sonar from North is a fully modular system. You can swap wings, masts, fuselages, and more based on your individual …
20th Aug 2025 Ryan Hooker & Caden Buller
Breaking Down the Unifoil Evolution Setup | Is It Worth the Price?

Breaking Down the Unifoil Evolution Setup | Is It Worth the Price?

It's been a minute since Tucker has done a Unifoil review. But lately he's been out ripping on the new Evolution front wing, so now's the perfect opportunity to correct that and bring an update on what's one of his favorite brands to ride. Of course, that endorsement has to be tempered with the fact that this is a high-end foil with a price tag to match, so the question, as always, is whether the added performance justifies the cost. What's a Good Setup with the Unifoil Evolution Wing? O …
8th Jul 2025 Tucker Vantol
SABfoil Sea Devil Hydrofoil | Stable with the Stab, Sketchy Without?

SABfoil Sea Devil Hydrofoil | Stable with the Stab, Sketchy Without?

The SABfoil Sea Devil is a wing that looks a bit like a B-2 bomber at first glance, which is pretty cool in and of itself. It's not the first monofoil to hit the market, but it's got a twist that makes this wing more accessible than others. Tucker and Jeff were able to get demos of the 840 and 1040, and they put them through their paces. What Is the Sea Devil? The Sea Devil is a monocoque foil design with an optional stabilizer. The idea is that it's two foils in one, as it has completely di …
16th Jun 2025 Jeff Hamilton & Tucker Vantol
Slingshot 2025 One Lock Flare Stabilizer Overview

Slingshot 2025 One Lock Flare Stabilizer Overview

Slingshot has a new stabilizer in its One-Lock lineup, and we'll be honest... it's not for everyone. But if it is for you, you are going to have a blast with it. This one is for the rippers, no doubt about it. Tucker took it for a spin to see who the new Flare tail is for, and who it is not for. What Is the Slingshot One-Lock Flare? The Flare is a stabilizer, or tail, for the One-Lock foil system. It's a monocoque design, so it's one piece with the fuselage, which is really quite short on th …
9th Jun 2025 Tucker Vantol
Slingshot's New One Lock Glide 1525 in Action | Glide, Pump, and Fly!

Slingshot's New One Lock Glide 1525 in Action | Glide, Pump, and Fly!

Slingshot's Glide 1525 for the One Lock System is a fairly big wing, also known as the XXL Glide. It's the largest in the Glide lineup, and Tucker has been out playing on it. He thinks it is going to be a popular choice for a variety of riders, but will it be right for you? What Is the Slingshot Glide 1525? As you've probably gathered from its name, this wing is 1525cm2 in area. It has a 1169mm span and an aspect ratio of 9, which makes it a mid-high aspect foil. It's not a massive wing, bu …
2nd Jun 2025 Tucker Vantol
Code Foils 1250 R | Built for Glide, Momentum, and Flow

Code Foils 1250 R | Built for Glide, Momentum, and Flow

Tucker's been on a lot of different foils at this point, so it takes something pretty special to get him excited. The Code 1250R High Modulus front wing is one such foil. Tucker has dubbed it the "Monster Glider Setup" when paired with the long fuselage and the 151R stabilizer, and it does indeed let you fly like a pelican for miles with almost no power, whether that's wind, wave, or pumping. Design Features The 1250R has a wide span of 1275mm (50.2in), a very high aspect ratio of 13.0, and …
20th May 2025 Tucker Vantol