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Which wingfoil board to choose when you are a beginner?
Which board to choose when you are a beginner in wingfoil ? Wing foil is a sport that has become more and more practiced over the years and it’s easy to see why!
This magical sensation of flying over the water according to our desires has no equal. However, when it comes time to get started, it is possible to be somewhat lost in the extent of the offers.
We explain how to make the best choice for your wing foil board according to your desires and your size.
For the purchase of your first wing foil board, we advise you to opt for a wingfoil pack. This way, you’ll have all the equipment you need to get started at a discounted price. This is the best option when you want to start wingfoiling!
Find our advice on how to choose the right wing foil pack.
Step 1: What volume of board should you choose when you are a beginner in wingfoil?
In wingfoil, the volume of the board is a major characteristic that is often mentioned, it is always indicated in liters. When you are a beginner in wingfoil, it is imperative to choose a volume of board that is greater than its weight for you to float. But how much more?
- Your weight + 10 = minimum volume to float
Your weight + 30 = comfortable volume to start with
( + 15 / 20 for sporty people or people already practicing a water sport)
Example : 70kg + 30 = 100 liters, this will allow a beginner to be really comfortable. For sports and/or water sports practitioners such as surfing or windsurfing, it will be wiser to add only 15 or 20. This will be: 70kg + 20 = 90 liters.
However, if you want to be reassured about the choice of your board, you can Contact Us to discuss. We will be happy to help you make the best possible choice.
Step 2: Wingfoil beginner, choose the right board size
When choosing your first wingfoil board You will have to choose the size of your board. At Sroka, the sizes of our boards are designed to offer you Maximum performance. Our boards are therefore equipped with the Optimal size depending on their volume. In this way, our boards allow the rider to have a board that is easy to grip with the the best glide possible.
To choose, you will be able to rely only on the volume of the board because you are sure that the size will be suitable.
Be careful because this is not the case for all brands. A board that is too small in relation to its volume will be thicker and consequently have less glide, directional instability and will require more power.
Shapes to avoid:
- A board that is too long will have a lot of inertia and will be unpleasant to pump
- A board that is too stocky will have difficulty taking off, it will lack glide and its rails will tend to touch the water
- A board that is too narrow will be very unstable laterally
- Finally, a board that is too thick will have a “plug” effect on the water and will be unstable
These different shapes are to be preferred for specific practices once your tastes and your level have been confirmed.
At Sroka we have calculated the perfect ratios for all our rigid and inflatable wingfoil boards, impossible to find a bad shape! Everything has been thought out so that our boards have an optimal shape that offers superb gliding sensations and great performance whatever your level.
Step 3: Choosing an inflatable or rigid board for a wingfoil beginner?
At Sroka, we want to offer you the product that will best meet your needs. Our goal is not to seek the best profitability but to allow you to choose the product that will offer you maximum pleasure on the water. It is your needs and desires that will determine which type of board is best for you.
Inflatable board, for whom?
Inflatable boards will delight people who want to sail from time to time, don’t have a lot of space and therefore want a board that is easy to transport.
If you regularly go on holiday or live in the Paris region, you need space-saving equipment. The inflatable is made for you!
Rigid board, for whom?
Rigid boards are ideal for people who want to sail very regularly and therefore do not have a problem with space.
If you want to progress faster by going to the water often, rigid boards are the best choice.
Note : well-built inflatable boards, coupled with a quality sail and foil, are a very good alternative, quite credible. We tend to think that an inflatable board doesn’t allow you to progress, but that’s not true! With a good inflatable board, like our Sroka Air, you will be able to have maximum fun and achieve great performance throughout your sessions.
Step 4: The Importance of Construction and Materials Used for Your Board
When buying a board, it is essential to pay attention to the construction technology as well as the materials used. Indeed, not all brands have the same quality standards, which is why it is important to pay attention to them. A very good quality board will not only be more durable, but it will also offer you better performance, a better glide and a great feel.
The best construction technology for a wingfoil board is
the PVC Sandwich F
ull
. That’s what we use on All our wing foil boards to guarantee you the best level of quality
(and therefore better performance)!
Sroka Company has always been committed to providing quality, durable
, strong
, and high-performance
equipment. It is with this in mind that all of our products are designed. What we want above all is that each rider can fully enjoy the sensations offered by wingfoil thanks to an ultra qualitative equipment. That’s why we offer quality equipment
Perfectly designed
for
superb performance
and
maximum fun
, whether you are a beginner or an expert.
Step 5: Choose your pack to start wingfoil
What is the ideal wingfoil board for children and young teenagers?
Sky Rider 4’8 and 5’2
Because it’s not just adults who are allowed to wing foil, we have designed the Sky Riders 4’8 and 5’2 to suit experienced foilers as well as children or teenagers.
Always with the aim of making wingfoil accessible to as many people as possible, the 4’8 and 5’2 will be perfect for children or teenagers wishing to discover the sensations of wingfoil and progress quickly.
The Sky Rider 4’8 and 5’2 are the perfect boards for the whole family! They will allow the youngest to have fun wingfoiling and parents to continue to progress. Our boards are designed to last, it is thanks to this durability and maximum solidity that they will be able to be used by all generations. It’s the perfect board to accompany your family throughout their progress!
Sky Rider 4’8 and 5’2
Because it’s not just adults who are allowed to wing foil, we have designed the Sky Riders 4’8 and 5’2 to suit experienced foilers as well as children or teenagers.
Always with the aim of making wingfoil accessible to as many people as possible, the 4’8 and 5’2 will be perfect for children or teenagers wishing to discover the sensations of wingfoil and progress quickly.
The Sky Rider 4’8 and 5’2 are the perfect boards for the whole family! They will allow the youngest to have fun wingfoiling and parents to continue to progress. Our boards are built to last, it’s thanks to this Durability and maximum strength that they will be able to be used by all generations. It’s the perfect board to accompany your family throughout their progress!
Sroka Air 5’3
For those who are more into inflatables, the Sroka Air 5’3 wingfoil board will be ideal for children and teenagers who want to foil. Indeed, it is not afraid of shocks and can be reassuring in the event of a fall. In addition to being extremely strong, its excellent overall stiffness offers very good performance and incredibly precise handling.
Sroka Air 5’3
For those who are more into inflatables, the Sroka Air 5’3 wingfoil board will be ideal for children and teenagers who want to foil. Indeed, it is not afraid of shocks and can be reassuring in the event of a fall. In addition to being extremely strong, its excellent overall stiffness offers very good performance and incredibly precise handling.
The SUP wing to learn how to fly foil
WingSUP consists of catching the wind on an inflatable paddle board with a wing foil in your hands. It is a great sport for all those who want to acquire the basics of wing and start step by step.
We are one of the only brands to offer Wing SUP packs. Our packs contain everything you need to jump straight into the water.
Composition of the pack:
- Malibu 10’6 SUP : ultra strong inflatable paddle board that can transform into a SUP wind surfboard. All you have to do is attach a mast (not included) to use your board as a wind surfboard.
- 3-piece aluminum paddle
- Wing wing 3.3m or 4m
- Dual flow pump for wing and sup
- Leash
If you still have questions about this, or for any other request, please do not hesitate to contact us !
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