Test Center

Welcome to Foiling Magazine’s Test Center, home to all our in-depth reviews of the latest foiling gear.

From foils, to wings, to foil boards, and everything in between, our global test team of professional riders offer their personal take on what shiny new kit you should be spending your hard-earned money on…

SORT BY:

All Tests

Range Review: Sabfoil Balz Pro Line 707, 808, 909

Balz Müller’s influence on this line is clear: these wings are built to push the limits of foiling creativity while remaining accessible to a wide range of riders. Whether you’re looking...

View Test >>

Double Dip: AFS Enduro 900 and 1300

AFS have done a great job with these Enduro wings, they are easy to ride but also very well engineered to ensure that you can really push what is possible and...

View Test >>

Double Dip: North Swell and Seek

Both boards come in at a very competitive price point for a robust hybrid carbon build, and both boards in face have a general feeling of practicality and ease about them,...

View Test >>

ION Seek Amp 4/3 Front Zip

As a 4/3 autumn suit goes, the Seek AMP is definitely on the warmer side, and its stretch properties make it unobtrusive to wear, aesthetically it’s subtle and stealthy. Heat wise...

View Test >>

NP Firefly Pro LTD

While many high-performance wings can be technical and hard to handle, the Firefly Pro manages to deliver top-tier performance with user-friendly experience, making it a standout choice for riders of all...

View Test >>

VAYU Aura 3

The characteristics that make the AURA III great for riding in the waves also translate into a great wing for beginners. There are no surprises, the power delivery is predictable and...

View Test >>

Naish ADX Wing-Surfer

Beginners will appreciate the simplicity and durability, while advanced riders will leverage the performance characteristics and versatility. Foilers who have been enjoying the Naish ecosystem or are interested in trying something...

View Test >>

Eleveight WFS Pro

The Eleveight WFS Pro really is a different experience to other wings – the tuned in feeling, the quick response, and the super easy flagging out just make the whole winging...

View Test >>

Tabou Super Yaka

The Tabou Super Yaka is an excellent choice for those who often ride in very light winds. With proper technique and a big wing, you could easily ride in 5-6 knots...

View Test >>

Armstrong Midlength

Probably amongst the most playful feeling and versatile boards in its volume we’ve tested, the Midlength bridges the gap between a wing and prone board as successfully as it’s possible. A...

View Test >>

FLITELab* AMP_Jet

The hype surrounding this system has been huge and we were absolutely frothing to bolt a foil on and take it for a burn. Undoubtedly, the range will just keep growing...

View Test >>

Stoke BOOST + UNDERBOARD RECEIVER

Take it off, add it on, use it when you want to or when the conditions require. This ruggedly reliable standalone system does exactly what Stoke say it will and build...

View Test >>

Duotone UNIT SLS Concept Blue

The latest Concept Blue UNIT SLS is leaner, meaner and far more balanced, and an asset to the Duotone range. Hovering between the D/LAB and standard UNIT, it probably offers most...

View Test >>

FreeWing Air Team

Potentially the most robust wing currently available on the market, no slouch in the performance department, and particularly effective in powered conditions. For those requiring something with punchy power delivery and...

View Test >>

PPC M1-L

The M1-L delivers exceptional performance and showcases the latest in wing design innovation, incorporating PPC’s expertly interweaved “Dyneema” composite fiber.

View Test >>

Reedin El Capitano

Reedin's El Capitano delivers everything it promises and proves very entertaining to ride. It doesn’t feel dulled down and will keep even the most progressive rider on their toes.

View Test >>

Naish Glider HA 1800

With an easy to ride front wing, and versatile configuration, the Glider HA series of foils has room to grow with any rider as they progress through their foiling journey.

View Test >>

Double Dip: LiP Typhoon & Surge

The field of vision is excellent, and critically, the closure and retention system is solid. These well-designed and effective sunglasses will transcend a range of high impact water sports, and hopefully...

View Test >>

Double Dip: NP Fly II & Fly II PRO

The Fly II is perfect for starting your wingfoil journey and for intermediate riders seeking progression in any discipline or leisurely cruising. The Fly II Pro, however, is designed for intermediate...

View Test >>

Double Dip: ION Collision Vest Select Front Zip & Mission Helmet

The Collision Vest is functional, light and protective, offering plenty of confidence across foil sports and beyond. The Mission Helmet transcends snow and water activity with little compromise.

View Test >>

Range Review: SABFoil Medusa Pro 869 / 769 / 669

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an advanced enthusiast, these wings deliver unparalleled versatility and performance, making them a worthy investment for anyone serious about their foiling experience.

View Test >>

Double Dip: Lift Florence 110 X & 130 X

If you’re a beginner to intermediate downwind foiler, or Hawaiian channel crossing competitor, the Florence collection will be able to meet whatever conditions you decide to challenge.

View Test >>

Double Dip: Armstrong Alloy system & S1 Foil

We’re used to high-end design and cutting-edge equipment from Armstrong, and their S1 Alloy foil kit is no exception, albeit from lower cost materials, which is potentially a greater challenge.

View Test >>

North Mode Ultra

Fast, robust, uncompromising and focused, the Mode Ultra is a wing designed for one purpose, which is blatantly the racecourse, but perhaps unintentionally strays into performance freeride for those who like...

View Test >>