Updated: October 2026.
To start wing foiling, pick your front wing based on your weight. At AFS, that means the Evo front wing: Evo 1250 under 60 kg (132 lb), Evo 1450 from 60 to 75 kg (132 to 165 lb), Evo 1650 above that. We recommend an 85 cm (33.5 in) mast. For a setup that fits you, answer the questions in the AFS Foil Finder.
This article covers foil size only. For the board, the wing and the rest of your gear, read what equipment you need to start wing foiling. All the gear is on the wing foil page.
The parts of a foil, in short
- The front wing creates lift. It’s the part you choose first.
- The stabilizer, at the back, balances the foil.
- The mast connects the foil to the board and sets your ride height.
What size front wing to start wing foiling?
Size depends on your weight, your level and the wind. Here are the Evo front wing sizes we recommend. 1250, 1450 and 1650 are model names. The actual areas are 1,240, 1,440 and 1,640 cm² (about 192, 223 and 254 sq in). The Evo 950 is 950 cm² (about 147 sq in).
| Your profile | Under 60 kg (132 lb) | 60 to 75 kg (132 to 165 lb) | 75 to 90 kg (165 to 198 lb) | Over 90 kg (198 lb) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner, wind up to 20 knots | Evo 1250 | Evo 1450 | Evo 1650 | Evo 1650 |
| Beginner, wind over 20 knots | Evo 1250 | Evo 1250 | Evo 1450 | Evo 1650 |
| Intermediate, wind up to 20 knots | Evo 1250 | Evo 1250 | Evo 1450 | Evo 1650 |
| Intermediate, wind over 20 knots | Evo 950 | Evo 950 | Evo 1250 | Evo 1450 |
Beginner: you’re learning to fly. Intermediate: you already fly on your own. A bigger wing lifts earlier, at lower speed. It’s more forgiving while you learn. Right on a weight limit? Answer the Foil Finder questions and we’ll make the call for you.
Which AFS setup to start with?
We recommend one setup: the Evo front wing, a U-Cruise stabilizer and an 85 cm mast.
- Front wing: Evo, in the size from the table.
- Stabilizer: U-Cruise. We recommend the size that matches your front wing: find it in the Foil Finder.
- Mast: 85 cm (33.5 in). Up to 75 kg (165 lb), the HR 85 carbon mast is enough. Above 75 kg, you move to the Evo 1650, which has a 1.11 m (43.7 in) span. We then recommend at least the UHM 85 carbon mast.
What mast length for wing foiling?
For wing foiling, our advice is an 85 cm (33.5 in) mast. That holds for freeride, freefly, carving and freestyle. For freerace, we recommend the 95 RACE mast.
The mast construction depends on your weight and your front wing’s span. Up to 75 kg (165 lb), or with a wing span of 1 m (39 in) or less, an HR mast is enough. From 80 kg (176 lb), or with a span of 1.10 m (43 in) or more, we recommend at least a UHM. The HR, HM and UHM ranges share the same design stiffness. The details are in our AFS carbon mast guide. To set it up, read how to adjust the foil mast for wing foiling. All masts are on the foil mast page.
What foil size for the wind?
- To learn, aim for 15 to 25 knots. Below that, takeoff is hard. Above that, it gets dangerous for a beginner.
- Up to 20 knots, stick with the size in the first row of the table.
- Over 20 knots, use the “wind over 20 knots” row. From 60 to 90 kg (132 to 198 lb), you go down one size. Under 60 kg and over 90 kg, the size stays the same.
- For your wing size by wind, read which wing for which wind speed.
Which front wing once you ride on your own?
These ranges are for independent riders, not beginners. Here is what we recommend for wing foiling, by riding style.
| Riding style | Suggested front wing ranges | Recommended mast |
|---|---|---|
| Freeride (cruising, all-round) | Evo, then Enduro | 85 cm (33.5 in) |
| Freefly (riding swell, wing luffed) | Enduro, then Silk V2 | 85 cm (33.5 in) |
| Carving (hard turns) | Silk V2 | 85 cm (33.5 in) |
| Freestyle (jumps, tricks) | Pure Fuselink | 85 cm (33.5 in) |
| Freerace (speed) | Pure Fuselink | 95 RACE |
The size we recommend then depends on your weight: find it in the Foil Finder. For downwinding, read our introduction to downwind.
Low aspect or high aspect front wing?
Aspect ratio is the span squared divided by the area. The lower it is, the more forgiving the wing. The higher it is, the better it glides, but it takes more control. Learn more in what is aspect ratio.
- Flyer: 6.3
- Evo: 7.5 to 8.1
- Silk V2: 9
- Enduro: 11
- Evo HA: 12 to 13.3
- Ultra: 14 to 16
To learn, the most forgiving wings in the range are the low aspect ones, like the Evo.
Can you change size without buying everything again?
As you progress, the front wing is what you change first. Before buying a wing from another range, check that it fits your fuselage. If in doubt, ask an AFS advisor. On a tight budget, look for used front wings on the AFS marketplace.
FAQ
What size wing for wing foiling?
For your main wing, we recommend 4 m² under 165 lb (75 kg), 5 m² from 165 to 198 lb (75 to 90 kg) and 6 m² above 198 lb (90 kg), for 15 to 20-22 knots. Details in which wing for which wind speed. Your foil’s front wing is sized separately, with the table above.
What size foil for a beginner wing foiler?
An Evo 1250 front wing under 60 kg (132 lb), Evo 1450 from 60 to 75 kg (132 to 165 lb), Evo 1650 above that, in wind up to 20 knots.
Should a beginner use a big or small front wing?
A big one. It lifts earlier and at lower speed. You size down when the wind picks up or once you fly on your own.
What foil size for light wind?
Keep the beginner size from the table. Below 15 knots, takeoff is hard for a beginner.
What mast length for a beginner?
We recommend 85 cm (33.5 in) for wing foiling.
What size stabilizer should I choose?
With the Evo, it’s the U-Cruise stabilizer. We recommend its size based on your weight and your front wing: check it in the Foil Finder.
When should I move to a smaller front wing?
When you go from beginner to intermediate, or when the wind goes over 20 knots. The table gives you the size. If in doubt, ask an advisor.
Need advice on your size?
Start the Foil Finder. Still unsure? Talk to an AFS advisor. AFS foils are made in Brittany, France. 2-year warranty.
Find all the gear on the wing foil page.