Best Foil Boards and Foil Sets of 2025

Wake foiling is one of the fastest-growing—and most addictive—ways to ride behind the boat. Whether you're just getting your feet wet or leveling up to full-on flight, having the right gear makes a huge difference. The right foil setup helps you progress faster, ride longer, and have more fun doing it.

Here’s our no-fluff breakdown of the best foil packages in 2025 for every skill level.

🟢 Best Foils for Beginners

Starting out? You need gear that’s stable, forgiving, and built to help you learn fast. Look for a larger wing (more stable = easier to ride), a bigger, more durable board (more surface area = easier balance), and a shorter mast (easier to control = good for slower speeds and smaller waves).

Liquid Force Launch with Launch Foil Set 

Simple, stable, and built to make your first sessions successful. The Liquid Force Launch foil set is among our most popular beginner foil packages because of the ease of learning and the friendliest price point on the market.

• 4'5" compression-molded board with a wide planing surface

• 24" alloy mast + Flight 120 wing

• Great for water starts and low-speed control

Ronix Koal 727 4'8" with Fluid Shift Mast 

Premium performance in a beginner package. The adjustable mast lets you ease into things and level up when you're ready. While this may be on the higher end, all Ronix foil components are compatible with one another. This means you can enjoy your premium board and easily switch to a taller mast and smaller wing as you progress.

• Beginner-friendly 3-in-1 adjustable mast: 14", 17", and 20"

• Flyweight Pro-inspired construction in the largest size of the 727 model

• Balance front wing delivers lift and confidence

Hyperlite Shuttle with Booster 1300 Foil Package

A smooth, confidence-building ride for new foilers with an incredibly durable and easy-to-ride board at that perfect middle price point.

• 4'6" compression-molded board

• 28" aluminum mast + Booster 1300 front wing

• Predictable lift and easy handling for first-timers

🟡 Top Foils for Intermediate Riders

If you're up and foiling, it's time to trade stability for performance. Intermediate riders benefit from more maneuverable boards, taller masts, and more responsive wings that carve and pump with precision.

Hyperlite Starship with Falcon 1200 Kit

Hyperlite’s newest board is made for the rider who’s ready to push it. While Hyperlite's foil components are all compatible, we pair it with the Falcon 1200 for an ideal intermediate package. The Falcon 1200 foil set is performance-oriented for intermediate riders riding larger wakes but with the more stable 235 rear wing than other advanced sets.

• Lightweight Durashell build with full EVA traction

• Optional foot straps for added control (or learning bigger tricks!)

• Compatible with all Hyperlite foil assemblies (old and new)

• Ride it mellow or get aggressive—it’s built for both

Ronix Koal 727 4'1" with Fluid 24” Foil Set

Compact, nimble, and great for riders ready to charge. This combination is bridge between beginner and high-end foil offerings, progressing riders into a solid performers on first and second wave adventures. 

• 4'1" Flyweight Pro board

• Fluid 24" mast + Balance 1300 hybrid carbon wing

• Fast, agile, and responsive—without being twitchy

Liquid Force Pod Foil Package with Flite 120 

A great transition setup for progressing riders. The Pod Foil Package includes a foil track system that allows riders to adjust the position based on weight and skill level for lots of versatility and room for growth. Enjoy faster tighter turns and and higher paced glide speeds with a durable, yet ripper package.

• EPS core board paired with the Flight 120 foil

• Modular components - configure your foil's front wing / rear stabilizers to meet your foiling progression

• Forgiving enough for casual rides, but capable of much more

🔴 Best Foils for Advanced Riders

You’re pumping, carving, jumping, maybe even spinning. If you’re chasing speed, control, and a lighter feel underfoot, these setups are where you want to be. Carbon builds, high-aspect wings, and precision performance.

Hyperlite Majik Carpet with Majik Karpet 1500 Carbon Foil Kit 

Hyperlite’s flagship carbon foil setup is built to deliver max performance. 

• Lightweight, high-aspect carbon foil

• Smooth pumping and fast top-end speed

• Engineered for experienced riders pushing limits

2024 Ronix Flyweight Pro MOD 84 + Fluid 28” Mast with Balance 1300 

This is Ronix’s most refined setup. Agile, fast, and fun to fly.

• Compact 3'9" board with

•  deep-V hull and carbon stringers

• 28" mast for clean lift even in chop

• Hybrid carbon Balance wi

• ng gives strong push and control

Liquid Force Nebula Foil Package 

Built for aggressive riders looking for a clean, fast ride.

• Dura-Surf carbon-reinforced 3'8" board

• Horizon 155 front wing with 1500 cm² surface area

• Responsive and powerful, without losing control

🏅 Honorable Mention: All-Around Incredible Setup

Slingshot WF-2 V6 with One-Lock Wake QuickStart Package

This setup blurs the line between beginner-friendly and advanced-ready.

• WF-2 V6 is a hybrid wakesurf/foil board—ride it both ways

• Modular foil system grows with you

• Perfect for learning, progressing, and throwing down

• Great for families, boats with multiple riders, or anyone wanting versatility

Final Word

Whether you're just getting started or chasing your next personal best, your foil setup matters. The right combo of board, mast, and wings can change everything—making your ride smoother, your learning curve shorter, and your fun on the water way better. 

Looking for a recommendation for your specific needs? We’re here to help. Contact a Product Advisor at (888) 338-6085 or support@wakemakers.com.