Foil

What is Foil?

Discipline definition

First of all, it's essential to understand how the hydrofoil works and the advantages it offers riders. The hydrofoil is a streamlined wing attached to the underside of a kite, surf or SUP board. When the board reaches sufficient speed, the wing generates lift, lifting the board and rider out of the water and creating a sensation of flight.

The benefits of foiling

The foil is enjoying great success among water sports enthusiasts, thanks to the many advantages it offers. This innovation is revolutionizing gliding activities by considerably increasing speed. You'll discover new sensations and be able to explore your favorite discipline in an entirely new way. Whether you're into surfing, kitesurfing, windsurfing or stand-up paddling, you'll enjoy unique sensations on the water.

How does a Foil work?

To equip yourself correctly, it's important to understand the foil's composition. Here are the main components:

• Front wing: The main element that generates lift when the required speed is reached.
• The rear wing or stabilizer: Stabilizes the board in flight and facilitates maneuvers.
• The fuselage: connects the front and rear wings.
• The mast: Perpendicular, it lifts the fuselage and wings out of the water.
• Bindings: Attach the foil to the board.

Each part plays a crucial role in the hydrofoil's operation. With DECATHLON, you can complete your quiver in an optimal way to practice in good conditions.

Foil applications

As mentioned above, hydrofoils are extremely versatile and can be used in a number of disciplines. Here are the main applications and their advantages:

• Foil Surfing: Allows you to surf the waves from above the water.
• Kitesurfing Foil: Combined with a kitesurfing kite, it allows you to glide over the water using the power of the wind and reach higher speeds.
• Windsurfing Foil: Integrated into a windsurfing board for smoother, faster sailing.
• SUP Foil: Used with the stand-up paddle for effortless gliding over waves or in windy conditions, reducing the risk of falls and improving manoeuvrability.
• Wake Foil: Similar to wake surfing, it lets you ride the waves created by a boat's wake.
• Wing Foil: Uses a hand-held wing to propel the foil-equipped board, offering a certain ease of use.

Depending on what you want to do with it, the type of foil you need may vary. At DECATHLON, we help you choose the right equipment to practice your favorite sport in the best conditions. Discover our selection and benefit from products from the best brands for top-of-the-range equipment.