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…
Solite have made a super practical and functional little hat here, and its strengths lie in its minimalism, flexibility across disciplines and water repellence, and as a bonus you can switch from Trump to Flava Flav in an instant…
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If you are looking for a high-performance foil that can handle any discipline, the AFS Pure is definitely made for you. It’s an impressive combination of strength, stiffness, and lightweight construction that makes it a true stand out..
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With the latest Poison, Gaastra delivers a versatile wing that accommodates diverse riding styles and conditions, ensuring an enjoyable experience regardless of the day's challenges.
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This wing is a versatile choice for a freeride/freestyle setup. It excels in light wind conditions, and when powered up, nothing flaps, even in strong wind.
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Thanks to the lightest eFoil system in the world, riders can now connect waves and surf better than ever while still having at their disposal the power of electric propulsion.
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The Swift expands the range of fun in any conditions, increasing the performance that can be strained out of marginal slop whilst remaining comfortable and balanced.
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The SuperNatural represents an excellent option catering to a diverse spectrum of riders – not only beginners embarking on their journey after lessons but also for riders who seek a wing suitable for advancing across various disciplines.
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The EVO WING GOLD Y29 is a top choice for both seasoned wingfoilers looking to push the limits and newcomers looking for maximum comfort.
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This 6’2 hits the nail on the head as an allrounder for the lighter rider and excels in the new lightwind / hybrid wing board class for riders of all weights.
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The INVIZ's lightweight and flexible nature make it particularly well-suited for winging, where minimal drag and maximum maneuverability are crucial.
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The Flow is a highly successful design exercise and a massive asset to the Ozone range, differentiating itself well from their other offerings, and may well prove to be their most popular model.
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A reactive versatile board which seems to excel in both wave and freestyle, the Roamer S is an inspired choice, and the robust construction will handle anything you can throw at it with grace.
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This quite large foil can glide and carve like a smaller one, making it a must have in your quiver, not only if you’re looking for a progressive foil but also if you are looking for a light wind or small to medium wave quiver.
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The Appleslice V3 is another premium piece of carbon art from Appletree, partnering itself with modern high-performance foils and making the smaller front wing sizes all the more accessible to the average rider.
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Armstrong have done a great job of evolving the shape on the Wing FG, and making nothing but improvements, augmenting the board to a broader range of usage and making that crucial takeoff all the more easy to achieve.
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The RH version is a good move from Flysurfer, making a wing renowned for being very easy to use and friendly just that little bit more decisive and dynamic.
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Solite 5mm Custom Pro 2.0 wetsuit boots strike a brilliant balance between warmth, comfort, durability and control, to produce a product that is certainly a top pick as some premium rubber for the winter months.
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It's interesting that two wings from the same brand, which share some of the same tech, are drastically different in terms of performance, with Nova Freeride far more beginner focused and forgiving and the Pro model laser sharp for the more ambitious rider.
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For those with freestyle inclinations the Sky Style SLS should be a strong contender, where its robust and planted nature will let you get away with landing almost stopped and ride out without issue.
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The Cross LW from Gaastra is the ultimate solution for light wind conditions or for heavier riders in need of extra power. This wing will extend your water time, allowing you to hit the waves earlier and stay out longer.
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There are surely endless ways to have fun on this capable little craft. If you haven't already, give one a try. Flitescooter is surely the closest thing to a flying magic carpet you can find.
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AFS have done a sterling job with the Whitebird, making a well-priced downwind board that will render what’s normally one of the more high punching purchases a foiler will make all the more palatable.
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The Narwhal is part of the new and exciting breed of wing boards making their way to the market that will soon feature in most wingfoil quivers. Easy to get going, fun to ride in all conditions.
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Cabrinha’s design team certainly haven’t stood still this year, and the new Mantis is definitely a step up from the previous version with improvements in nearly every sector.
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