Wind Trends in San Francisco Bay: A Guide for Wingfoiling and Kitesurfing

San Francisco Bay is renowned worldwide as a premier destination for wind sports, offering reliable, strong winds and diverse riding conditions. For wingfoilers and kitesurfers, understanding the seasonal wind patterns can make the difference between frustrating sessions and epic rides. This article examines the historical wind trends across the Bay Area and identifies the optimal […]

The History and Significance of the Koa Triple Crown Paddle Races

The Koa Triple Crown Paddle Races represent one of the most prestigious and culturally significant competitive paddling series in Hawaii. Blending ancient Hawaiian traditions with modern competitive sport, these races have become a cornerstone of Hawaii’s water sports culture and a celebration of the islands’ rich paddling heritage. Origins and Evolution The Koa Triple Crown […]

The Molokai to Oahu Paddle Board Championships: The Ultimate Test of Ocean Athletes

When athletes speak of the Molokai to Oahu Paddle Board Championships in hushed, reverent tones, they’re acknowledging what many consider the most grueling and prestigious paddling event on the planet. Spanning 32 miles across Hawaii’s treacherous Ka’iwi Channel (aptly named the “Channel of Bones”), this race represents the pinnacle of endurance paddling and has shaped […]

Finding Your Perfect Wingfoil Board Volume: The Balance of Rider Weight and Wind Conditions

For beginner and intermediate wingfoilers, few equipment decisions impact your experience as significantly as board volume. Too little volume creates a frustrating struggle to get started; too much results in a cumbersome board that hampers progression. Understanding the relationship between your weight, local wind conditions, and board volume can dramatically accelerate your learning curve and […]

Mastering Upwind Technique in Wingfoiling: Understanding Wind Angles for Efficient Riding

For many wingfoilers, the journey from exciting first flights to true independence on the water hinges on one critical skill: the ability to ride upwind. This seemingly magical capability transforms your sessions from downwind drifts requiring beach walks or shuttle rides back to the starting point into fluid journeys where you can explore freely and […]

Learning to Wingfoil with Captain Joshua Waldman: The Ultimate Beginner’s Experience

In the ever-expanding universe of water sports, wingfoiling has emerged as one of the most exhilarating and accessible ways to harness the wind and glide above the water. But for newcomers, the learning curve can seem daunting—until you discover SF Wingfoil Academy and its founder, Captain Joshua Waldman, who has revolutionized the learning process with […]

Craftsmanship in Carbon: How Mike Zajicek and Stefano Morris of Mike’s Lab Created a Transcontinental Foil Dynasty

In an unassuming workshop nestled in the hills of El Sobrante, California, Mike Zajicek meticulously shapes what many consider the finest hydrofoils in North America. Meanwhile, 6,000 miles away in a converted olive mill outside Siena, Italy, his longtime collaborator Stefano Morris crafts identical designs for European clientele. Together, they form Mike’s Lab—a unique transcontinental […]

How Michael McKinley of LavaGoat Labs Has Revolutionized the SF Bay Foilboard Scene

In the rapidly evolving world of foilboarding, where mass production and carbon copies dominate the market, Michael McKinley stands as a resolute craftsman committed to the art of hand-shaping. His shop, LavaGoat Labs, tucked away in the industrial edges of the San Francisco Bay Area, has become a pilgrimage site for foiling enthusiasts seeking boards […]

How the Ozone Fusion Wing Has Revolutionized Wingfoil Racing

In the rapidly evolving world of wingfoil racing, one product has emerged as a game-changer that’s reshaping competitive performance: the Ozone Fusion Wing. This revolutionary design has quickly become the weapon of choice for elite racers and is transforming race dynamics across the professional circuit. The Engineering Breakthrough The Fusion Wing represents a fundamental rethinking […]

From Wingfoiling to Parawinging: Is the Transition as Challenging as It Seems?

For many wingfoilers looking curiously at parawinging’s growing popularity, the burning question is simple: “How hard will it be for me to learn this new sport?” As someone already comfortable with a foilboard underfoot and familiar with harnessing wind power, you’ve got a significant head start—but parawinging introduces new elements that require adaptation. Let’s break […]