Armstrong Foil Assist Integrated Mast
This delightful piece of carbon sculpture further enhances the Foil Drive experience to a point where it’s dangerously comparable in feel to non-propelled disciplines.
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This delightful piece of carbon sculpture further enhances the Foil Drive experience to a point where it’s dangerously comparable in feel to non-propelled disciplines.
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Cabrinha has completely revamped their foil lineup, and these were consistently impressive with awesome glide, beautiful carving, smooth surf, and freestyle-ready performance.
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This trench board and accompanying Sonar FDA18 mast are top-tier options for riders wanting a solid, high performance Foil Drive system that is an evolution in the sport.
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A superb all-round wing for the freerider seeking high performance across disciplines, with an impressive wind range, exceptional ease of use, and powerful power delivery.
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Not just another foil system, it's complete rethink. If you like your foil to answer immediately and you’ve got the technique to keep it lit, this could be for you.
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For progressive, wave-focused Foil Drive enthusiasts, this will refine the assisted experience and will skyrocket your progression when it comes to tighter, more critical turns.
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An excellent solution if you want a one-mast system with OEM-quality integrated adapters and you’re willing to exchange some top end performance for cost, adaptability and simplicity.
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This is comfortable to ride, extremely stable, very versatile, and has one of the widest, smoothest sweet spots of any wing we’ve tested. You’ll dial into it really quickly.
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Aimed at riders who already know how to fly and want the fastest, stiffest, most reactive setup available, this is purpose-built to reach a new level of speed.
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Slingshot’s One-Lock system made quite a splash last year. If you’re looking for a daily driver or a one-wing quiver with good carve, pump and speed, the 825 Glide is it.
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One of RRD’s most advanced wings yet, using next-gen materials, this is a precision tool for riders who demand direct power, uncompromising stiffness, and top-end control.
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Available in a comprehensive 12 sizes, this is a true multi-discipline targeting affair, spanning the different genres of foiling effortlessly and offering a decent level of accessibility.
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This is perfect for riders who frequently get close to foil wings, fins or reefs and are looking for something more protective than just Lycra but less bulky than neoprene.
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Thanks to its simplicity, intuitive handling, and high performance, this will suit almost any rider, from ambitious beginners to experienced pros into freeride, freestyle or just cruising.
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This highly versatile, balanced and easy-to-use freeride wing really excels, and is more comfortable than its Aluula brother without compromising performance.
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This is a wetsuit that feels tailor-made for foilers. It's clearly designed for demanding riders who want high performance without sacrificing sustainability.
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These two boards make an epic combo: The Downwind S-TEC for paddling up and chasing lines, and the M-Winger PRO for lightwind wing sessions and tighter freeride foiling.
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The Mantis Apex's crisp power delivery, high stability when flagged, and ease of handling make for a performant and versatile freeride wing which will please a huge range of riders.
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If you're chasing that racing feel but also want a wing that can handle freeride, jumping and cruising with ease, the Mode Pro should be at the top of your list.
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The Pure Team wing is a fantastic choice for almost any rider, especially those who enjoy exploring multiple disciplines but don’t want to invest in a different wing for each one.
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The Boost Ultra proved it does what it is supposed to. It doesn’t ride the board for you or change your fundamentals. It just gives you more to work with.
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The AK Phazer V5 Active Carbon made me want to foil more, to try different disciplines in one session, and it’s the kind of board you grow into, not out of.
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Armstrong have pulled a magic trick retaining that top end and hard carving ability but rounded off the bottom end, making it far more accessible to the masses.
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The Mystic Evolve is an extremely comfortable suit, and the 3/2mm we tested is far warmer than equivalent price-point suits from across brands without the eco-credentials.
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