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Parawing Foilboards

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Includes: Board with EVA Deckpad and Leash Plug, DropBox Screw Pack (4 x M8x30mm, 4 x T-Nuts) 2025 North Midi Foilboard Mid Length Foilboard  A slender, mid-length crossover board streamlined for ...
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Includes: Board & Mounting hardware Footstraps sold separately.  2025 Duotone Skybrid SLS WING - FREERIDE / FREEFLY The Skybrid SLS is Duotone's new mid-length board featuring a longer and narr...
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Includes: Board only Appletree Appleslice V3 Introducing the AppleSlice V3, the next generation of freeride wing boards. Longer, narrower, faster, the Slice V3 sets a new bar for performance! Enjoy...
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Includes: Board only Appletree Skipper Downwind Introducing the Apple Skipper Down Wind foil board – the ultimate choice for experienced riders looking for a high-performance board in the exciting ...
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2024 AK Nomad Carbon Foilboard Lightwind wingboard & downwind crossover foilboard. The all-new Nomad foilboard is an intuitive and stable lightwind and downwind crossover board with effortless ...
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Includes: Board Only AFS Whitebird Mid Length Foilboard Wing foil / Downwind / Sup foil / Sup foil downwind Sizes:   5'8  |  6'6  |  6'8   The Whitebird range expands with the arr...
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Includes: Foilboard only Sunova Pilot Mid Foilboard   Sizes :  5'1" x 18" x 3 3/16"  @ 37L  5'5" x 18 1/4" x 3 7/16"  @ 43.7L 5'9" x 18 1/2" x 3 11/16"  @ 51L 6'1" x 18 3/4" x 4"  @ 59L   THE PILOT...
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Includes : Carver Foilboard Sunova Carver | Casey Foilboard   Sizes : 5'2" x 20" x 4 1/2" @ 67L 5'10" x 20" x 5 1/8"  @ 85.3L THE CARVER is the newest addition to the Casey foil range.  It is a de...

Parawing Foilboards | Mid Length / Downwind / Wing

The Parawing was invented to make downwind foiling easier and more accessible. Traditional paddling up downwinding is extremely demanding physically and technically whereas the wing from wing foiling is cumbersome and bulky, limiting your freedom to truly surf the swell and waves of lakes and oceans.

The perfect parawing boards combine the best elements of winging, downwind foilboards, and mid-length designs.

Size and Volume

Parawing foilboards generally have moderate to high volume for easier early takeoff and enhanced stability. However, advanced models are trending toward lower volumes for increased agility and performance. Remember that volume helps you get on foil even with low sail power—the Parawing doesn't pull like a kite or wing.

Volume Guidelines

  • Beginner - Choose 20-30L over your body weight (in kg)
  • Intermediate Riders - Can get  +/- 10L of your body weight (in kg)


Shape and Design

Shape - Ideal parawing foilboards are typically flat and wide in the middle, featuring a soft edge planing hull for quick takeoff and stability. The nose and tail are often tapered to reduce swing weight and improve maneuverability on foil. The Duotone Skybird SLS Wingboard is a great example of this is design.

WidthCommon widths range from 20" and 24", depending on the board’s intended use, rider size and skill level. The larger sizes of the North Midi Mid-Length Foilboard offer a great option. 

Thickness - Ranges from about 2.7" (for smaller, advanced boards) to over 6" (for larger, high-volume models). The Unifoil Nimitz Downwind board is 6'' thick provides a good platform for learning Parawinging.

Length

Typical Length - Most parawing foilboards range from 4'6" (small, advanced) to 6'6" (large, beginner/intermediate)

Mid-Length Boards -  Many riders choose boards in the 5'6" to 6'6" range for a balance of stability and agility. This is the best choice especially if you already own a mid-length board for wing foiling—it's the perfect crossover.

Important Note: Longer downwind boards can become tracky and pitchy, making them harder to redirect due to their length. Since there's a sweet spot direction for getting going on the parawing (about 30 degrees off complete downwind), longer downwind boards can make this more challenging.

 

Key Points | Rider weight & Skill Level

Versatility - Parawing foilboards work seamlessly with both traditional wing foiling wings and parawings, making them adaptable to a range of wind conditions and riding styles. They can also be adequate for downwinding and paddle ups.

Performance Advanced models focus on minimizing volume while maximizing efficiency, enabling quick takeoffs even in lightwind conditions.

User Experience -  These boards are generally easy to maneuver and offer excellent floatation, with features that make them suitable for both beginners and advanced riders, depending on the chosen size and volume.

Ready to discover Parawing foiling? Read our comprehensive blog : Foil Freedom Awaits : Grab a Parawing!

 

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