Can I use a wing with a SUP?
Inflatable boards work ok for winging, but they are a compromise. The compromise is the weight and feel while up on foil, and they are harder to pump up on to foil as well. Also, I could think of nothing more frustrating than pumping up a board everytime I went winging. Wing foiling is considered easier to learn than windsurfing because the techniques involved are much simpler, and the equipment is more forgiving. A complete beginner can learn the basic elements of wing foiling, such as how to balance on the board and handle the wing, in about 2 to 5 hours of practice.Foil Wings are the perfect compliment for your SUP riding. When you combine it with a foil, you get an entirely new sport that simplifies the experience to fly across the water. All you have to do is inflate the lightweight wing and the foil wing will let you sail for hours.Wing foiling is a demanding sport that requires a comprehensive understanding of two main elements: water and wind. For those without any sailing or kite surfing experience, learning the effects of the wind on the wing will be the biggest challenge.The Benefits of Wing Foiling Combining balancing on a board (when foiling they are not normally the biggest volumed ones either) with holding an inflatable wing above your head in gusts of wind, it results in a great form of exercise and a full body workout.A good quality wing foil board can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $3,000, while a wing foil wing or sail can range from $8,000 to $2,000. In addition to the board and wing, you will also need a foil, which is the component that lifts the board out of the water and allows it to glide across the surface.
What size wing for beginners?
It is important to start learning in fair wind conditions to ensure a smooth wing foiling discovery; we recommend aiming for around 15-20 knots. For someone under 70kg, the perfect starter wing size should be around 4 metres. If you are over 70kg, we would recommend sizing up to around 5 metres. Yes, wing foil boarding is easier than windsurfing. Beginners can learn basics in 2-5 hours, compared to 8-12 hours for windsurfing. Wing foiling requires less wind (10-12 knots vs.A wind speed of under 7 knots (8 miles or 13 km per hour) is good for beginners, while wind speeds of under 12 knots (14 miles or 22 km per hour) are manageable for more experienced paddlers. Winds below 8-12 mph are just gentle breezes and won’t have much impact on your paddle boarding adventure.
How to choose a wing?
A softer wing will perform better on its low end and in lighter winds. A stiffer wing like the STRIKE will provide better performances, an increased upwind angle, unmatched speed, as well as a better pop and hangtime. A stiffer wing will perform better on its high end and in stronger winds. High Wing: More stable for smoother navigation. Low Wing: Slightly more responsive and agile.