Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique

Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - The Heel to Toe Tack
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - The Heel to Toe Tack
The Heel to Toe Tack

Just when you thought you could relax and possibly rest on your laurels. Content in the knowledge that you have built up quite a box of tricks, bursting with gybes, a cheeky tack, pumping and ducking. Well, we’re going to burst that rightfully smug bubble and set you yet another challenge. Not quite the Crypton Factor, but the heel-to-toe tack...

Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - The Duck Gybe, Toe to Heel
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - The Duck Gybe, Toe to Heel
The Duck Gybe, Toe to Heel

Welcome back! It’s always exciting to introduce a new move, and in this issue, we’ll be guiding you through another absolute gem, the toe-to-heel Duck Gybe. Assuming that you’ve been working on the heel-to-toe Duck Gybe, you’ve hopefully fallen head over heels for this fun and functional method of gybing. Well, rather than let you bask in the glory of...

Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - The Toe to Heel Tack
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - The Toe to Heel Tack
The Toe to Heel Tack

If you’re ready to up your game and fancy a new wing foil challenge, tacking is the next logical step. Like a well-crafted corkscrew, the tack is practical and stylish, not to mention blissfully satisfying. Carving up through the wind and exiting on your new tack is the perfect way to change direction quickly and make up ground. Once nailed...

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Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Get Up on the Foil
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Get Up on the Foil
Get Up on the Foil

If you’re reading this, we hope that you’ve already had a chance to watch our Wing Foil #1 All in the Prep video on the Tonic Mag channel. This issue we’re going to get up on the foil. We’re looking to have enough wind, so that getting up on the foil is doable without pumping the wing or the board....

Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Trikonasana / Triangle Pose
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Trikonasana / Triangle Pose
Trikonasana / Triangle Pose

Standing Yoga poses on a Paddleboard are always more challenging because of the body’s gravity pull towards the water and the unstable surface of the board. Start by positioning the front foot with the toes facing the nose of the board and the back foot at 90 degrees. Feet are equal distance each side of the handle or center of...

Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - First Foiling Foot Switch, Heel to Toe
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - First Foiling Foot Switch, Heel to Toe
First Foiling Foot Switch, Heel to Toe

As the title suggests, this is intended as your very first foiling foot change. We say this as there are a myriad of methods and possibilities, both simple and more advanced. However, we rate this technique and order as one of the simplest and most useful which will stand you in good stead. We’re assuming that you have already changed...

Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Vashistasana - Side Plank - Intermediate
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Vashistasana - Side Plank - Intermediate
Vashistasana - Side Plank - Intermediate

A dynamic and challenging arm balance which builds strength, endurance and a very strong core! This pose aims to give you a sense of feeling long from the top of the head right down to the feet. Press into the heel of the hand, spreading the fingers widely to ensure a steady foundation. The sternum lifts, the hips are neutral,...

Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - All in the Prep
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - All in the Prep
All in the Prep

Unless you’ve been hiding under a rock, you’re most likely aware that recently there have been a few well-off gents flying up to the edge of space, dressed as Thunderbirds, who have then returned to earth with big grins to pop corks and shower their teams in Champagne. Your Wing foiling journey will have many similarities. You aim to leave...

Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Ustrasana - Camel Pose - Advanced
Wing Foiling, SUP and Surf Technique - Ustrasana - Camel Pose - Advanced
Ustrasana - Camel Pose - Advanced

This pose belongs in the category of back extensions, which focuses on bringing the spine into an extension/arch. There are a few modifications to make this pose accessible to all levels. Firstly kneel on the board ensuring your knees are hip distance apart on either side of the handle/middle as this is the widest and most stable part of the...