We differentiate between “designed for foiling” boards and “foil option” boards.
Boards with “foil option” are classic windsurfing shapes, which have been adapted for foil use (reinforced box) – with these boards you don’t have to make any compromise when windsurfing with fin, and foiling will still be good fun. Everything you need to know about foiling you can find here
You are looking for the “normal” windsurf boards? You can find them here.
Here we explain the basic differences between a conventional windsurf board and a windsurf board designed for foiling.
Designed for Foiling
Boards which are „designed for foiling“ are pure windfoil boards. That means we have sacrificed all normal windsurfing abilities to guarantee the best windfoil performance possible. Generally they are shorter, have a different center of gravity and some other shape features which make your lives easier when foiling. E.g. very rounded edges to prevent catapults and get you up flying again as quick as possible.
Approved for foiling
Boards with “foil option” are classic windsurfing shapes, which we have given very good foil suitability with a few tweaks. That means, with these boards you don’t have to make any sacrifices when surfing on the fin, but you will still have a very good foil experience. They all come with foil approved fin boxes. Depending of their range of use, there are Tuttle boxes, Track plate boxes or even foil approved power box systems.
The best Hybrid Boards
The best is of course always a matter of perspective. But we are sure that everyone can find the best board for themselves among the JP range. If you’re the versatile type, it’s worth taking a look at our hybrid boards. Boards with which you are not nailed down to one sport, but have the possibility to develop yourself. With the JP-Australia Freefoil you can not only freeride windsurf, freestyle or ride waves, but you can also wingfoil very well. We have given the board an extra long footpad and additional loop options and a leash plug. For those who want to stick to Windsurfing we have several proven shapes, which give you the possibility to exchange the fin for a foil, in case you want to learn something new or if the conditions are changing. Then, there are shapes like the Foil Slate, which can be found in our SUP range, which are suited for Stand up Paddling, Windsurfing, Windfoiling, Wingfoiling and more.
Fin Box used by JP-Australia.
JP-Australia was the firs brand, which developed dedicated windsurf foil boards for serial production and also who invented a „foil approved“ Powerbox. Amongst the available options we always chose the one, which is best suited for the purpose of the board. In some shapes, we even include two different kind of boxes, to expand the possibilities. Basically, for more performance orientated boards, we use our „Deep Tuttle“ boxes, which all come foil approved. They will withstand the strongest forces, from large foils and fins. For versatility and manoeuvre orientated boards, we use the JP „Double Track Box“ system, which allows to mount all foils with plate mount and give you the full possibilities to adjust the position of the foil according to your needs or to switch between windsurfing and winging. Then, there is also our foil approved „Powerbox“, which is used in our Magic Ride and Freestyle Wave boards. That means you can still use your existing fins, but your boards gained a new purpose of use.
Which foil fits my board.
Basically, all foils on the market should fit to our JP-Australia boards, given you choose the right connection system. But we develop and test our boards in close cooperation with Neilpryde foils and sails. Like this, we can be sure, the board and foil combination are matching perfectly without having to adjust to many things. Both, the Neilpryde Glide Foil system and the Flight FR foils, come with interchangeable heads, so it is guaranteed, you can get the foil with the right box system for your board. For the more playful, manoeuvre oriented style or if you seek for getting into the waves or go wing foiling, we recommend the Neilpryde glide system. With a wide variety of frontwing sizes and styles, there is a good option for everyone and the possibility to add further wing sizes without buying a complete new set. If you are looking for the best performance for your Hydrofoil, Super Sport or Slalom board, you will find the right foil within the Flight Range. There is the Flight FR series, our free ride weapon, which comes with our interchangeable head system or the Flight SLR, our no compromise slalom and performance foil.
Wave/Freestyle Board range
FreakFoil
Freestyle Foil Board
THE board for freestyle riders who accept no Limits! The Freak Foil gets into flying mode in an instant which increases water time and allows for spectacular moves even in light winds. Great for light riders and kids ... and also for wingfoiling.
Explosive pop, superior stability in normal and switch stance riding, rapid acceleration, forgiving nature: The new Freestyle boards provide all attributes for freestyle amateurs and pros to perform powerful jumps with multiple rotations. The board also comes with JP‘s Foil-Powerbox.
The FreeFoil is the ideal tool to get into freeride foiling. This all-round shape offers great accessibility and ease with an incredible range of use for any rider level. The FreeFoil also works for wingfoiling.
The FreeFoil Air is the inflatable brother of the FreeFoil. Beside featuring the advantages of JP's hardboards, the deck skin feels very smooth and comfortable and comes with user-friendly advantages such as easy transport and storage and a durable outer skin.
The Hydrofoil stands for accessible Performance for everyone! Being a user-friendly scaled-down version of the HF Slalom, this board combines the virtues of the freeride and performance foil class. Flying at those high speeds has never felt more comfortable.
EASIEST, ACCESSIBLE FUN.
The easiest manoeuvre freeride board which rides smooth and fast. The ‚Gentleman of the Turn‘ in the freeride class with effortless gybes – even in challenging sea states.
FLAWLESS FREERIDE ALL-ROUNDER.
Planing almost as effortlessly and early as the Magic Ride, it addresses the needs of everybody who wants to sail as fast as possible with moderate sized sails.
HIGHEST PACE AND PERFORMANCE.
This Freerace shape is more comfortable and easier to sail than ever. Early release, incredibly fast acceleration. Freely flying over flatwater and chop alike.
New! Earliest planing, maximum lift and great acceleration even in lightest winds. Despite its size, the board transfers a light feel that results in a lively and thrilling ride.
Looking for Performance, power and control for competitions? The Hydrofoil Slalom exceeds any demands! Regardless of the wind conditions, this shape combines high efficiency with controllability and sets new standards in the racing class.
The Slalom guarantees top control while chasing for maximum speed. These pure competition shapes deliver the best racing pace across the entire course. Especially when performing any kind of gybe quicker than the competition.