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…

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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.

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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.

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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 prevent your corneas getting fried.

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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 to advanced riders aiming to push their limits.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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 a pinch of amphetamine with their meat and potatoes.

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Starboard Ace Air Foil

If you were going to take one board traveling with you, space was limited and you were going to encounter mixed conditions, the Ace Air Foil inflatable would be the one to take. It’ll wing in more or less anything, and also paddle capably.

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Appletree Apple Skipper DW Prone

The Apple Skipper DW prone is a great all round board which handles so well that your dedicated prone board may end up not getting much use. It is easy to paddle into waves early thanks to its length, but short enough to still be fun to throw around and enjoy turns.

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AK Durable Supply Co. Plasma V2

Efficient and slippery through the water, AK have done a great job of blending variables to produce a well-rounded and super accessible high-aspect foil with enough performance to keep the vast majority of riders on their toes and progressing.

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AXIS ART v2

Easily creating a one-foil quiver or perfectly complimenting other more dedicated foils in the range, the ART V2 brings increased performance together with user friendliness, making it a great addition to the AXIS program and a standout for intermediate to advanced wing, prone and downwind riders.

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Reedin Feather LW

The Reedin Feather LW is ideal for those who already have experience with smaller more intermediate boards and are looking for a Formula 1 light wind machine for their quiver. If you have the skills then it’s the board to take your riding to the next level…

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Naish Hover Downwind

The Hover Downwind is a well-constructed design that has enough versatility to check many boxes with one board. Beginner foilers will leverage the stability and functionality of the design, and more advanced riders can truly push limits.

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JP X-Winger Pro

The finish and quality of this board is right up there with the best on the market, and you can see lots of thought has gone into the design process. This board is perfect for anyone wanting to take their wing game up a notch.

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Solite Convertible Hat

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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AFS Pure 900

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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GA Wings Poison

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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Vayu EOS

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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Fliteboard ULTRA L2

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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Cabrinha Swift

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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Reedin SuperNatural V2

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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RRD EVO WING GOLD

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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