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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Fliteboard Ultra

The Fliteboard Ultra is the ultimate e-foiling masterpiece, with redesigned throttle, wing options and more.

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Ensis ROCK n ROLL 97LTR (5’2)

This hourglass shape foil board comes in a variety of sizes to compliment its does-it-all design.

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Duotone Slick

This hybrid inflatable/ boom wing is the perfectly rigid addition to Duotone’s line-up.

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Cloud IX Wind Wing

It’s all smooth sailing for this Cloud IX wing, offering something for all skill levels and a variety of conditions… it’s a one-stop-shop.

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Armstrong A+ System

Armstrong have made some intelligent design decisions with the refinements in the A+ System and latest front wings.

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Flysurfer Mojo

A refined first wing that is a classic Flysurfer mixture of an innovative build and high attention to detail.

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Olaian Foil 500

With a perfect combination between progressive lift and control, this allows a beginner to enjoy their first rides easily.

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KT Drifter S

A masterful jack of all trades, its fit and finish are second to none. It doesn’t hurt that Kai Lenny rides one, either!

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Starboard X Airush Freewing Air V2

The Swiss Army Knife of larger wings, with the 6m and being above a very different shape to the 5m and below.

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Lift 120 HA and 150 Surf V2

If you’re an intermediate to advanced rider these are an incredible pairing, an epic two-punch quiver proposal.

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RRD Dynamic SW Alu 1700

A solid foil with more scope and speed range than many entry-level foils on the market, yet remaining very easy to ride.

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AK Durable Supply Co. Phazer

An agile wing board with crossover prone potential, that stands out from the crowd with its more traditional surf lines and elegant design.

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Gaastra Poison

A well-evolved wing that combines performance and usability and will allow intermediate wingers to get into waveriding.

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Kold Viking 1680

Produced in the EU, this is an impressive entry and a great ‘all round’ foil that will suit 90% of wingers.

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Cloud IX F Series

While no ‘speed machines’ these will allow you to stay in the pocket, riding slower, crumbly waves and rip turns minus the risk of high-speed foiling.

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Starboard Wingboard Lite Tech

A wingfoiling-specific board for novice riders using larger foils, or more advanced riders in lighter winds.

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Vayu VVing

An impressive entry into the wing market by a new brand, with an effective ‘new’ style of wing.

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AFS Flyer 1300

A perfectly balanced freeride foil with early lift and amazing glide that pumps impressively.

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SPG Game Changer 1260

An appropriate name for a foil that strikes a unique chord resonating absolute joy.

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Naish HA1040 and Hover 4’8 Carbon Ultra

A true all-rounder wing and a great multi-purpose weapon of a board.

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Taaroa Up 1600

A very well-behaved and friendly allrounder that you won’t outgrow too quickly.

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Slingshot Dart 

A high-performance wing that stands out distinctively next to the current market trends.

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Starboard X-Type 1100

An all-out high aspect speed machine that will give you a futuristic riding experience.

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Takuma Kujira 980

The ‘whale inspired’ Kujira is a high performing yet ultra-accessible hydrofoil.

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