Which type of foil is right for me? These are the differences

Manuel Vogel

 · 29.05.2022

Which type of foil is right for me? These are the differences
There are different types of foils on the market. In this video, you can find out how they differ and which board-foil combinations make sense.

Finding the right foils is sometimes no easy task - there are countless models, sizes and the general question of whether a high- or low-aspect wing is better suited to your own requirements. Above all, it is important that the chosen foil and board type fit together.

In this clip, you can find out what you should look out for and what typical mistakes you should avoid when choosing a foil.

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Manuel Vogel

Manuel Vogel

Editor surf

Manuel Vogel, born in 1981, lives in Kiel and learned to windsurf at the age of six at his father's surf school. In 1997, he completed his training as a windsurfing instructor and worked for over 15 years as a windsurfing instructor in various centers, at Kiel University sports and in the coaching team of the “Young Guns” freestyle camps. He has been part of the surf test team since 2003. After completing his teaching degree in 2013, he followed his heart and started as editor of surf magazine for the test and riding technique sections. Since 2021, he has also been active in wingfoiling - mainly at his home spots on the Baltic Sea or in the waves of Denmark.

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