Free delivery in EU - €100,- / €449,- *

Personal advice from Kristian

Many products available from stock

We ship all over Europe, UK, USA, Dubai, Australia

Worldwide orders available by email

Prone foil - surfing with a foil, a new surfing sensation.

Glide over waves, feel the ultimate thrill!

With foiling, you literally fly over the water, creating an incredible sensation! Wave rides suddenly feel ten times longer and more intense than normal. We've experienced rides of hundreds of meters on the North Sea.

Direct to

About prone foiling
How to start?
Frequently Asked Questions

This is prone foiling

Foil surfing (prone foiling) is a special form of surfing where you ride a surfboard equipped with a hydrofoil. A hydrofoil is a wing under the board that lifts it out of the water as you gain speed. This allows you to glide as if floating above the water.

Foil surfing works in small waves or light winds because the wing creates less resistance. It feels fast and smooth, providing a completely different experience from regular surfing.

For foil surfing, you need a foilboard, a hydrofoil, and often a helmet or impact vest for safety. Beginners should first practice on flat water and learn to balance before going fast.

Foil surfing is challenging, but those who master it experience a unique way of surfing that feels almost like flying.

View suitable prone boards
View suitable starter foils

Getting started with prone foiling

Benefits of Foil Surfing

  • Surfing in small waves: You can surf even in low, weak waves.

  • Less resistance: Since the board is lifted out of the water, there’s less friction, allowing you to surf faster and longer.

  • Unique experience: The sensation of “floating” above the water is sensational and different from traditional surfing.

Equipment Needed

  • Foilboard: A surfboard specially designed to carry a hydrofoil.

  • Hydrofoil: The underwater wing system.

  • Safety equipment: Helmet and impact vest are recommended, as falling on the mast or wing can be hard.

Tips for Beginners

  • Learn to surf without a foil first
  • Start on a day with small waves to learn balance.
  • Start slowly and focus on lifting the board out of the water.

Foil surfing combines technique, balance, and adventure. It’s challenging, but once mastered, it provides a sense of freedom rarely experienced in traditional surfing.

View suitable prone boards
View suitable starter foils

Frequently Asked Questions about Prone Foiling

General questions

Prone foiling (or surf foiling) is wave surfing with a foil under your board. The foil’s lift allows you to hover above the water surface, even on small waves.

In regular surfing, you glide on the water; in prone foiling, you essentially fly above it, allowing you to surf longer with less energy loss.

Because you start paddling in the ‘prone’ position (lying on the board), just like in traditional surfing.

It provides a completely new feeling of speed and freedom — you can surf waves that are too small or irregular for a normal surfboard.

It’s more challenging than other foil disciplines. Having a surfing background helps tremendously when learning.

Equipment & Gear

A prone foilboard, a foil (mast, fuselage, and wings), a leash, a helmet, and optionally a wetsuit or impact vest.

It’s more compact, thicker, and stiffer, with a special mounting system for the foil.

Beginners should choose a larger front wing (1300-1800 cm²) for stability; advanced riders use smaller wings for more speed.

Around 60-75 cm is good for beginners; longer masts give more room for turns but require more control and you’re more likely to catch on a sandbar or reef.

Yes, in many cases this is possible.

A short ankle leash with or without curl, preferably with a swivel to prevent twisting.

Conditions & Waves

Small, slow waves of 0.5-1 meter are perfect for learning. You need less power than in traditional surfing.

Only if there are boat wakes or small wind waves (downwind prone foiling). Most foilers prefer the ocean.

You need to paddle enough to get lift — usually at a speed of 8-12 km/h.

Not really; you need some swell or wave energy to get up.

In prone foiling you paddle in yourself; in tow-in you’re launched by a jet ski or boat.

In prone foiling you paddle in yourself; with foil assist, an electric motor provides the necessary speed.

Technique & Learning

Start in small, gentle waves. Paddle in like surfing, but keep your weight slightly forward of the mast until you get lift.

Use small, controlled movements — too much steering or pressure shifting can lead to ‘breaching’ (foil coming out of water).

The rhythmic up and down movement of board and body to maintain speed and lift between waves.

Fall to the side, never towards the board or foil.

Average 5-10 sessions for experienced surfers; beginners need a bit more time.

Safety & Tips

The foil is sharp, so respect distance and wear protection. An impact vest and helmet are strongly recommended.

Stay away from other surfers, don’t surf in crowded lineups, and always check your equipment for cracks or loose bolts.

Stay calm, protect your head with your arms, and first create distance from the board after falling.

That’s safer and more practical in emergencies. But maintain necessary distance from each other.

Absolutely! Many foilers combine prone foiling with wing foiling or downwind SUP foiling.

Advanced & Practical

Yes, but it requires more control and experience. Bigger waves provide more speed and therefore more lift.

Calm beach breaks with small, slow waves are ideal.

Use protective covers for board and foil, and only mount the foil at the location.

Between €2,000 and €3,500, depending on brand and quality.

Yes, especially in surfing areas like Hawaii, Australia, France, and Portugal, the number of events is growing rapidly.

Have a question? Feel free to contact us!

Email info@wingsurfer.nl or app or call 06 – 83368915

We are happy to help you!

SHOPPING BAG 0