The UFO V1 was the first no strut foiling specific kite brought to market by a major brand. Slingshot released the UFO just after the start of Covid-19 with no idea how the pandemic would affect such a new breed of kite but after two...
After three years of extensive research and development, we are proud to introduce our Phantasm Carbon Foil system. We have split the foil packages into two choices; the Masts and the Lower Combinations. The Lower Combinations or “Lowers” are the Front Wing, the fuselage, and...
Joined by an all-star cast of pros and the REAL Watersports crew the Hover Glide hydrofoil is put to the test behind the boat, in the surf, pumping off the dock and pulled by a kite. A week of riding hydrofoils everywhere and every way...
Learn to kite foil: Best conditions 2018 While it’s true you can learn to kite foil in just about any condition you can kiteboard in, there is definitely a sweet spot in wind speed when you’re learning. We have found that to be the 15-25 knot range,...
Aluminum Windfoils vs Carbon Windfoils - Which is better? The Answer...
Learn How to Eliminate Kite Foiling Fear You've done your research and finally pulled the trigger on your new favorite toy, a Slingshot Hover Glide or Ghost Whisper Kite Foil. It's an epic day, sun is out, wind is perfect and it's time to ride. So why...
Learn to Kite Foil with Streamlined Course + New Tricks For new students, learn to kite foil faster: We have reorganized the lessons to get you on the water in less than an hour! http://www.Foil-academy.com For existing students and progressing kite foilers: We have added new TRICK...
Kiteboarding Hydrofoil Maintenance Tips If you’ve clicked through to this blog, we’ve got a pretty good idea that you know what’s coming. Kiteboarding hydrofoil maintenance IS IMPORTANT. That’s it! Just like a bike chain needs lube and your skis need a regular tune, your foil needs some lovin’....