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Flying Fish Board Co Unveils the NEW “Fly-By” Foil Board and a Full Review with Gwen Le Tutour

14 May 2025

Flying Fish Board Co Unveils the NEW “Fly-By” Foil Board and a Full Review with Gwen Le Tutour

Today we had the pleasure to sit down with renowned foiling athlete Gwen Tutour to discuss his impressions of the BRAND NEW Flying Fish Fly-By Foil Board. From the moment he unboxed this striking piece of equipment, Gwen was captivated by its sleek design and astonishing lightweight construction, weighing in at just 11 lbs for […]

Can a foil-specific paddle improve your SUP foiling & dial in your downwind game?

9 May 2025

Can a foil-specific paddle improve your SUP foiling & dial in your downwind game?

Can a paddle really improve your SUP foiling and help make your downwind foil dreams a reality? It’s a question that has the foil world buzzing – especially with the arrival of the first paddles designed specifically for foilers. As the sport and market evolve rapidly, so does the gear: brands are now developing foil-specific […]

Duotone Downwinder Slim SLS : review de ce SUP foil de compèt’ avec Lilian Juppet

17 Nov 2024

Duotone Downwinder Slim SLS : review de ce SUP foil de compèt’ avec Lilian Juppet

Slim : voilĂ  une planche qui porte bien son nom ! Avec sa nouvelle Downwinder Slim SLS 2025, Duotone repousse une nouvelle fois les limites des boards conçue pour les passionnĂ©s de SUPfoil downwind. Presque pionniers sur le marchĂ© y a deux ans avec la première Downwinder et avec dĂ©jĂ  une redoutable version 2024, cette […]

Downwind Foil: Tom Constant Vainqueur Ă  LAST – Les Ailes de St Tropez

4 Nov 2024

Downwind Foil: Tom Constant Vainqueur Ă  LAST – Les Ailes de St Tropez

Rencontre avec le waterman français Tom Constant, spĂ©cialiste du Big Wave Foiling, du Wing Foil et du Downwind, qui vient de triompher lors de la deuxième Ă©dition de LAST – Les Ailes de Saint-Tropez. Originaire des Landes et naviguant entre la MĂ©diterranĂ©e et l’Atlantique, Tom a hĂ©ritĂ© de sa passion pour l’ocĂ©an dès son plus […]

Hawaiian Downwind SUP Foiler Simeon Ke Paloma Takes on Les Ailes de St Tropez

31 Oct 2024

Hawaiian Downwind SUP Foiler Simeon Ke Paloma Takes on Les Ailes de St Tropez

As Downwind SUP foiling rapidly gains traction worldwide, a few pioneering athletes stand out, both for their skills on the water and their dedication to building a global community around the sport. Hawaiian waterman Simeon Ke Paloma is one of those athletes. Born and raised in Hawaii, Simeon’s connection to the ocean runs deep. His […]

Crozon Foil Festival 2024: Where Foiling Competition Entered a New Era – Results + Report

17 Oct 2024

Crozon Foil Festival 2024: Where Foiling Competition Entered a New Era – Results + Report

The inaugural Crozon Foil Festival 2024 took place last weekend in the stunning bay of Crozon, orchestrated by Amaury Dormet, a pioneer in water sports in France who has been at the forefront of SUP racing over the last decade. Dormet innovated once again with what is already considered the largest foil event in Europe, […]

Molokabra 2025: Ride the Wind Swells in Brazil’s Triple Downwind Race!

14 Oct 2024

Molokabra 2025: Ride the Wind Swells in Brazil’s Triple Downwind Race!

After an unforgettable 2024 edition, I’m excited to share with you that Molokabra, Brazil’s biggest downwind multicraft competition (SUP, SUP Foil, Outrigger Canoe, Va’a, Surfski, Prone paddleboard, Wing, Kite etc.), is returning for its seventh edition from August 22nd to 31st, 2025, in Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil. Having experienced it firsthand, I can honestly say that […]

Les Ailes de Saint-Tropez 2024: Downwind Madness in SUP Race and SUP Foil! An Interview with Race Director Fred Bonnef

13 Oct 2024

Les Ailes de Saint-Tropez 2024: Downwind Madness in SUP Race and SUP Foil! An Interview with Race Director Fred Bonnef

From October 18 to 21, Les Ailes de Saint-Tropez (LAST) returns for a second special Downwind edition in the legendary bay of Saint-Tropez. After a successful first edition in 2023, this multi-sport event aims to become a must-attend for SUP race and SUP foil enthusiasts, especially those passionate about downwind. This year, the competition expands […]

2025 Ace Foil Lightning + Foil Blade: Trevor Tunnington Reveals the Tech Behind Starboard’s Innovations

9 Oct 2024

2025 Ace Foil Lightning + Foil Blade: Trevor Tunnington Reveals the Tech Behind Starboard’s Innovations

With downwind foiling booming all across the globe, Starboard has unveiled two groundbreaking products just in time for two major international Downwind SUP Foil events in France – the Crozon Foil Festival and LAST Les Ailes de Saint Tropez. The Ace Foil Lightning board and the Foil Blade are designed to push the limits of […]

Les Ailes de Saint-Tropez 2024 : le downwind en folie en SUP Race et SUP Foil ! Le point avec le directeur de course Fred Bonnef

8 Oct 2024

Les Ailes de Saint-Tropez 2024 : le downwind en folie en SUP Race et SUP Foil ! Le point avec le directeur de course Fred Bonnef

Du 18 au 21 octobre prochain, Les Ailes de Saint-Tropez (LAST) revient pour une deuxième Ă©dition spĂ©ciale Downwind dans la mythique baie de Saint-Tropez. Après une première Ă©dition rĂ©ussie en 2023, l’évĂ©nement multiglisse cherche Ă  s’imposer comme un rendez-vous incontournable pour les passionnĂ©s de SUP race et de SUP foil, et en particulier de downwind. […]

Downwind, Surf, and Pumping: Get Ready for Crozon’s Ultimate Foil Showdown!

2 Oct 2024

Downwind, Surf, and Pumping: Get Ready for Crozon’s Ultimate Foil Showdown!

The Crozon Foil Festival returns from October 10 to 13, 2024, promising to be the international highlight of the year in the foil discipline! Organized by the Crozon Waterman Club in collaboration with its partners, this event is set to become a world-renowned gathering with an ambitious and innovative program. Three disciplines will take center […]

The Ace Foil Lightning Board and Foil Blade, Starboard’s Ultimate Downwind Combo

13 Sep 2024

The Ace Foil Lightning Board and Foil Blade, Starboard’s Ultimate Downwind Combo

Starboard has just made a bold statement in the world of downwind foiling with the launch of two new game-changing products: the Ace Foil Lightning board and the Foil Blade. These two releases are designed to work hand-in-hand, offering top-tier performance and accessibility for serious downwind foilers, making a significant impact on the SUP foiling […]

James Casey To Lead Pioneering Foiling Adventure in Madeira

20 Aug 2024

James Casey To Lead Pioneering Foiling Adventure in Madeira

The Naval Club of Funchal, in collaboration with the Madeira Promotion Bureau, will bring the world champion of Wing Foil, Australian SUNOVA rider James Casey, to the island in the first half of September 2024 to perform the first SUP & WING foil crossing between Porto Santo and Madeira Island. This event comes as Madeira […]

Ke’ale Dorries and Starboard Reunite for the Next SUP Foil, Surf and Race Chapter

14 Aug 2024

Ke’ale Dorries and Starboard Reunite for the Next SUP Foil, Surf and Race Chapter

Ke’ale Dorries, a dynamic force in the SUP world, is joining the Starboard Dream Team (again!), marking a significant milestone in her career. Hailing from the vibrant Gold Coast in Queensland, Australia, Ke’ale has spent over 15 years mastering the ocean, competing both locally and internationally. With a deep connection to her SUP community, she […]

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