How do I find the right Wing Foil board for my personal needs?
We don't want to leave you alone with this question and have summarized the most important aspects of board selection for you.
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Volume
How many liters should my board have?
Beginners:
Body weight + 40L
With, for example, 70 kg body weight, choose a board with 110 liters or more. In general, beginners should take a board with more than 100 liters. Boards of this size are very tilt-resistant and glide early. This is especially important in the beginning, so that the board quickly gains speed and the foil can generate lift. Of course, you can also go straight for a smaller board, but then the learning curve is a bit flatter in the beginning.
Advanced:
Body weight = volume
As soon as you have mastered the basics of wingfoiling, such as the tack and jibe, and perhaps even want to try your first jumps, you should take a board with a volume roughly equal to your body weight. On a lake or river, it is advisable to plan for 10 liters more rather than less due to fluctuating wind conditions. Boards of this size allow you to continuously develop your skills.
Expert:
Body weight - 15L
As your riding skills increase, so does your desire for a smaller board. It offers you impressive maneuverability, responsiveness and allows you to jump higher. There are hardly any limits to the volume. However, you have to keep in mind that these boards have to be actively pumped up. They have their optimal range of use at over 15 knots. If you ride waves a lot, are constantly working on new freestyle moves, or simply want to take the next step, you have to consider this board class.
Constructions
Beginner - Advanced:
Beginners and intermediates should not put too much emphasis on the construction. The brands we distribute already meet the highest standards with their Carbon alternatives and are therefore a good option for any budding wingsurfer. Advanced riders who don't want to do a lot of jumping can also go for Carbon alternatives without hesitation. The next interesting option for beginners are inflatable boards. These are characterized by a compact pack size, their robustness and the pleasant ride. They are particularly well suited for learning to wingsurf. However, you have to make concessions in terms of early planing compared to hardboards.
Advanced - Experts:
From the moment you want to start jumping, you should go for the Carbon variant of the board. Especially if you want to really attack in the freestyle area, there is no way around this construction. Not only in terms of stability and durability it offers advantages, it is also slightly lighter than other designs and the entire board feels more direct.
