Wing Foil Surfing: The Next Big Thing in Water Sports


Wing foil surfing is the latest trend in water sports that combines the dynamics of windsurfing, kitesurfing, and foilboarding. Here’s what it involves:
It’s versatile, eco-friendly, and suitable for various water conditions, from flat lakes to ocean waves.
Wing foil surfing doesn’t rely on motorized equipment, making it an environmentally conscious choice.
For surfers craving the perfect ride, wing foiling is a game-changer. The wing’s wind power gets you into position at the ideal spot and timing to catch a wave. Once there, you let the wing drift and carve the wave freely, riding for hundreds or even thousands of meters.
Unlike kitesurfing, which involves mastering a kite and harness, wing foiling is simpler to pick up.
Its lightweight and portable gear makes it easy to transport and store.
Difficult to believe? Check this video from HawaiiClips… in the video you even spot the clueless surfers struggling to get one wave while wingfoilers are sending it.
While it might look intimidating, wing foil surfing is beginner-friendly with the right conditions and instruction. Here’s how the learning curve looks:
Fuerteventura has the perfect beach where to start learning wingfoil, the locals call it ‘the swimmingpool’ because of its transparent calm waters. Check out more information about wingfoil lessons in Fuerteventura here.
Wing foiling refers to using the wing on a foil board, while wing surfing typically uses a standard board without a foil.
Wing foil surfing is generally easier to learn for complete beginners as there’s no need to control a harnessed kite. However, balancing on the foil takes practice!
Not necessarily! Beginners often start with a non-foiling board (similar to the ones used for SUP) to get comfortable with the wing before moving to foil boards.
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