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…
hether you’re ripping tight turns on small waves or gliding effortlessly on long swells, the Barracuda delivers. Perfect for anyone who loves speed, flow, and a foil that just works.
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On the water, it’s quick and responsive, which made transitions feel smooth, and you definitely feel a direct feeling with your foil. Overall, this really is a killer board for wingfoiling.
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With the Stellar X, SiFly haven’t held back. It ticks all the ‘premium’ boxes but is also a very well thought out and well-engineered set up
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It’s a step up in performance, but also in price-point so if you have to choose between this and another wing for your quiver then, well, good luck!
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These upgrades combined with an inset board have completely changed the scope of conditions we can tackle, and most critically, the feeling of Foil Drive, making it feel as exciting as any other discipline.
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Whether you’re starting your wing foil journey, pushing your limits or just enjoying a casual session, the Gaastra Cross 2025 is more than up to the task.
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The Armstrong Surf board represents a focused evolution in their lineup – a refined tool that lets you concentrate entirely on drawing your line across the water.
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The North Vert feels like the cutting edge of board design with pure surf-style performance in mind whilst still being accessible for those looking to improve their riding.
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The Halo Pro LW is obviously a ‘time and place’ wing that isn’t going to be your go-to wing, but for light days when you want to get out and ride… it’s a machine.
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It’s undeniable that the Zapple makes riding a foil assist even closer in feeling response to normal prone foiling, as well as improving efficiency and battery life.
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The Fireball balances the high lift characteristics of a more cambered wing with the speed, range and glide of an efficient high-aspect foil without the aggro, and proves extremely fun to ride.
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A confidence inspiring foil for intermediates upwards, and also slides into more performance riding in the smaller sizes, where the support and stability is going to help you tackle more challenging water states.
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Just when you thought that board bags had topped out development wise, someone has flipped the whole game on its head. It’s a bag that will potentially last a lifetime and is well worth the investment.
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