Wingfoiling
Wingfoiling, sometimes known as wingdinging, has taken Australia by storm in the past decade.
With wingfoiling, the rider stands on a short SUP board (stand-up paddle board) mounted onto a hydrofoil and holds directly onto the wing. The twist? The wing isn’t attached to the board. Developed from kitesurfing, windsurfing, and surfing, foiling uses the wind (through the inflatable wing) and the water (through the foil) to gain momentum as you launch the hydrofoil.
Wingfoiling gives riders the ultimate adrenaline rush as they use energy from the wind and water to soar.
Ride The Waves With Pro Wingfoiling Gear
I’ve loved watersports since the 80s and I’ve been foiling for years. So I’ve gathered the best of the best wingfoiling gear from brands like Armstrong, Smik and FLITELab. If you’re interested in learning wingfoiling, book a lesson with me and I’ll get you riding in no time.
FLITELab*
From the founders of Fliteboard, FLITELab* delivers unprecedented design and the powerful assistance of a timed boost, at the touch of a button. Their flagship product, the AMPJet board features a jet cartridge placed inside the tail cavity of the board. As an Aussie owned and operated company dedicated to innovation, this new equipment is sure to revolutionise your foiling experience
Smik Wings & Foil Boards
Designed, shaped & tested by all-around watersports legend Scott (Scotty) McKercher, SMIK’S products include the Mk1 SMIK Wing. This design has been further refined in ongoing models and is still one of the best on the market. Scotty has a knack for creating some of the world’s favourite windsurfing, foiling and SUP equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
I have over twenty years of wind sports experience and run foiling lessons accredited by Kiteboarding Australia. Wingfoiling is a (fairly) easy-to-learn and low-impact sport that gives you a thrill and gets you fit!
From a calm spot in Augusta, I’ll teach you tips and tricks suitable for your ability, from beginners to pros.
Book a spot here.
In general, your board size is based on your height and weight. Beginners should choose a board that is 30kg/litres above their weight. So if you weigh 80kg, look for a 110-130 litre board. This is just a guideline and I recommend you give me a call so we can find your perfect board.
There’s lots of conflicting information when you first start foiling– from what size of foils, boards, and accessories to what brand you should choose. At Mainbreak, I stock reputable, trustworthy brands. I’ve personally used all of them for my own foiling fun. If you need help with getting started, please get in touch and I’ll get you kitted out.
