Wing surfing is one of the newest and most innovative entries in the world of boardsports. It combines elements of surfing, windsurfing, kiteboarding, and even skateboarding to create an entirely new experience for adrenaline junkies and water sports enthusiasts. In wing surfing, riders use a handheld inflatable wing to generate lift and propel themselves across the surface of the water while balanced on a surfboard-like deck. Though similar sports have existed for decades, the modern incarnation of wing surfing emerged in Maui, Hawaii in the early 2010s and has rapidly spread in popularity ac ..read more

Wing surfing, also known as wing foiling, is a relatively new watersport that is rapidly gaining popularity around the world. This exciting sport combines elements of kite surfing, wind surfing, and wakeboarding to give riders the sensation of flying over the water. A wing surfer uses a handheld inflatable wing to harness the power of the wind and propel themselves across the surface of the water while standing on a surfboard or wakeboard with an underwater hydrofoil attached. If you’re interested in learning this up-and-coming sport, read on for some key tips on how to get started with wing s ..read more

Wing surfing, also known as wing foiling, is an exhilarating water sport that combines aspects of windsurfing and kitesurfing. It involves using a handheld wing, similar to a small kite, to harness the power of the wind and glide across the water’s surface on a foil board. This innovative sport has gained significant popularity in recent years due to its accessibility, versatility, and the unique sensations it offers to riders of varying experience levels. In this article, we will explore the fundamentals of wing surfing, its equipment, techniques, and why it has captivated water sports enthus ..read more

THE SLINGSHOT WINGCRAFT & PHANTASM FOIL TEST CAN BE READ IN FULL IN WINGSURFWORLD ISSUE 06, OUR NEW FREE DIGITAL PLATFORM Slingshot Wingcraft & Phantasm foil setup review “The Slingshot Phantasm 926 is a standout front wing and combined with the 92cm mast will satisfy a lot of riders hoping to carry good speeds in and around waves without fear of venting.” TESTED BY: Jim Gaunt and Chris Bull FULL REVIEW EXTRACT – SUMMARY: The Phantasm 926 front wing is a superb all-rounder, particularly if you’re focused on riding / pumping / turning in waves. Yes, it’s heavier than a lot of all-carbo ..read more

THE OCEAN RODEO GLIDE WING TEST CAN BE READ IN FULL IN WINGSURFWORLD ISSUE 06, OUR NEW FREE DIGITAL PLATFORM Ocean Rodeo Glide 5m wing review “The absolute highlight of the Ocean Rodeo Glide is the light weight handling of this wing.” TESTED BY: Jim Gaunt FULL REVIEW EXTRACT – STRONGER WIND: The very first session we had on the Glide A-Series 5m saw the wind soon pick up strongly, to a Cape Town 20-25 knots which always feels more brutal than anywhere else given the density of the wind, but I was surprised to not feel overpowered; something we’ve also admired in the Aluula kites’ wind ranges ..read more

What an amazing final day of action at the GWA Wingfoil World Tour Tarifa Wing Pro 2021 with 15 year old Riccardo Zorzi storming up the ladder to win the Surf-Freestyle discipline ahead of the legendary Balz Muller From GWA: It has been an incredible first year of the GWA Wingfoil World Tour, and we are delighted to present to you our new Champions! Wingfoiling has seen some incredible evolution over the past year, and we are excited to see how far these athletes are pushing this new sport. We have no doubt that next year we will see even further development, and it is a very exciti ..read more

Zane Schweitzer is a highly skilled Hawaiian waterman with an amazing approach to life. Discover more about him and his background in this engaging 6-minute film by South African filmmaker Tao Farren-Heffer From AK Durable Supply Co. Join us as we dive into the world of Maui born waterman, Zane Schweitzer. Filmmaker, Tao Farren-Hefer, takes a fly on the wall approach to unpack what has led Zane from his childhood on the water, to competition wins and a near death experience, up to his current life as an internationally recognized waterman, author, and environmentalist. Connecting with the AK ..read more

THE CABBRINHA H1000 AND CARBON 80CM MAST FOIL TEST CAN BE READ IN FULL IN WINGSURFWORLD ISSUE 06, OUR NEW FREE DIGITAL PLATFORM Cabrinha H1000 and Carbon 80cm Mast foil setup review “The Cabrinha H1000 is so smooth and allows you to quickly learn from your mistakes of incorrect foot pressures that lead to a wing popping out of the water and venting,” TESTED BY: Jim Gaunt and Rob Claisse FULL REVIEW EXTRACT – SUMMARY: You are buying real quality here; absolutely sublime. Not only in the finish and the light design of the carbon, but in the connection felt through the entire system. That not on ..read more

The F-One Next Generation returns in 2022 with a Wingfoil Edition! From F-One Originally launched in 2013, the initiative has already helped train and educate more than 30 young kitesurfers over a five-year span. F-ONE is thrilled to bring the Next Generation Team back with an exciting twist by focusing on wingfoiling for the first time! Our selected riders, all aged under 18, will travel to Tarifa, Spain, during the last week of February to train together and be mentored by an all-star team of F-ONE professional wingfoiling riders and experts. The training camp will be led by Nicolas De ..read more

THE AK PHAZER V2 TEST CAN BE READ IN FULL IN WINGSURFWORLD ISSUE 06, OUR NEW FREE DIGITAL PLATFORM AK Phazer V2 foil board review “Combining the light weight and stiff connection I feel under my feet, the Phazer V1 and now the V2 have proved excellent partners for whatever foil I’m wanting to use it with on any day, seemingly in any conditions.” TESTED BY: Jim Gaunt FULL REVIEW EXTRACT – SUMMARY: For me, this is still a winning board that I am yet to find any gaps in its performance. It’s easier to get on and ride than other boards I’ve tried of the same 65L buoyancy and the subtle changes th ..read more