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Parawing / Downwind Hydrofoils

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Includes : AFS Enduro Front Wing, Short Carbon Fuselage, UHM Carbon Mast, Silk Stabilizer, Hardware & all the Covers for all Components. If you need to change the mast length, type (HM), or the...
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Includes: Code R Front wing, carbon fuselage, 80 cm Carbon Ultra HM Plus Mast & R tail wing along with the covers for all parts. If you want to change the mast length of this package, please Co...
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Includes: HA Front Wing of your choice, R-Frame Fuselage of your choice, Stabilizer of your choice (see chart below), R-Frame Carbon Mast, and Hardware (HW)  Foil to board mounting hardware is NOT ...
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Includes: HA Front Wing of your choice, recommended Fuselage(770) , Stabilizers of your choice, M-Frame Mast of your choice, Carbon Base Plate, and Hardware (HW) (6) M8x30 screws, (1) M8x25 screw, ...
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Includes: AF72 OR AF85 Mast, AF Board Adaptor, A700 Fuselage, S270 Stabilizer with cover, Tool Kit, Sonar Board Adaptor Screw Pack A (M8x40), Sonar Fuselage Screw Pack B (M8x35 Screws, M8 Flat Wash...
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Included:  Eagle HM Carbon Front Wing , Carbon Fuselage & DW 210 HM Carbon Stabilizer  F-ONE EAGLE HIGH MODULUS CARBON FOIL The EAGLE HM CARBON is the ideal foil for anybody seeking speed and...
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Short Description Includes: Eagle X UHM Front Wing of your choice, and recommended DW XS 145 Monobloc Tail. Description F-One Eagle X Carbon Foil Plane The breathtaking speed of our famous EAGLE h...
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Included: - Phantom Carbon Front Wing                  - Carbon Fuselage                  - Surf Stabilizer  V3 F-One Phantom Carbon Using a refined design to achieve higher finesse, the Phantom ...

Parawing | DW | SUP Foils


Downwind (DW) foiling is akin to SUP surfing; the difference is that it involves riding a downwind foilboard while harnessing the energy of wind and waves. Once the rider has paddled up onto foil, he can glide over the water by utilizing the downwind side of groundswells, or shorter range wind fetch.  

That being said, the Parawing is the new innovative way to get you downwind foiling. Instead of paddling up or using a wing to get up on foil, you use a Parawing! Unlike traditional wingfoiling, where a rigid or semi-rigid wing is used, parawinging relies on a lightweight wing—similar to a small paraglider or ram-air kite—held in the hands to harness wind power and propel the rider across the water on a foilboard.

The key to selecting a downwind setup is finding the right balance between stability, lift, and speed. While a low-aspect, slow foil may be wonderful for developing the skills to link bumps, it can be frustrating to paddle up and may not be ideal for those who want to progress more quickly. 

Moreover, large surface areas offer more lift and stability at lower speeds, making them ideal for beginners or those in less powerful swells. A mid to high-aspect front wing of 1200-1600 cm² is a good starting point, depending on your body weight. A great example is the Unifoil Progression 200 at 1290cm².

As for Parawing, the ideal sweet spot for foil size is usually your lightwind front wing for winging which means about 1200-1300 cm² mid to high aspect.

Mast length is also important; a longer mast will offer more stability and clearance, but  it can be harder to paddle up due to added drag. Conversely, a shorter mast may breach too easily, depending on swell size. A mast around 75-80cm seems to be the best of both worlds. As for the rear wing, we suggest you go as big as you can find in a high-aspect shape.

Once you are capable of foiling efficiently downwind, pumping and gliding can be made more efficient  with a higher-aspect foil with a shorter chord and longer wingspan.


Tips for Downwind Foiling

1. A larger front wing can help with early lift and stability but may require more skill to maneuver effectively. For example, a front wing size around 1260 cm² is recommended for optimal performance if you are 175-180 pounds.

2. A mast length of around 75–80 cm strikes a balance between stability and ease of paddling up onto the foil.

3. A carbon paddle is preferred for efficiency; aim for at least 50% carbon content for optimal performance.

4. Wearing a helmet and buoyancy vest is advisable to enhance safety during rides, especially in challenging conditions.

Downwind foiling represents a thrilling way to explore wind driven swell and ground swell by combining elements of surfing, paddling, and foiling. By selecting appropriate gear—specifically designed foils and boards—and following best practices, you can enjoy this unique discipline while maximizing your time on the water.

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