How to Wing Packdown for Downwinding: Step-by-Step Guide.
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Wing Packdown Tutorial for Downwind Foiling | Step-by-Step Guide
In this comprehensive tutorial, I'll walk you through the essential steps for efficiently packing down your wing to do a thrilling downwind foiling session. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced foiler, mastering the art of packdown is crucial for prolonging the life of your equipment and ensuring safety on the water.
In this video, you'll learn:
1) Proper wing handling techniques to prevent damage
2) Step-by-step breakdown of the packdown process
3) Tips for folding and securing your wing for transport
4) Common mistakes to avoid during packdown
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Thank you 👊
it's very useful video 👍
Glad it was helpful!
Been wanting to learn that. Thanks! I currently wing and I hope to get into DWF.
It’s a really good way to get into it. Let me know how you get on.
This is brilliant. You have figured out a great solution to the logistics problem in DW foiling. I am going to try this method next week in Maui. And then try it in San Francisco Bay. I'll let you know how it goes. One possible twist on your method: use a strap on the paddle to put it around your back like a bow -- (hat tip to Dave Kalama using a "paddle strap" on the Maliko Run). Thanks for the great info.
That's great to hear and thanks for the kind words. I have to be honest, I did not invent this idea, I have just tweaked it to suit my needs. Please keep me posted on how you find it.
That's a great idea about the paddle. I must try that!
It's worth mentioning the conditions (wind & swell) this method should and shouldn't be applied in. The goldilocks wind would be in the 12-23 knots range. I wouldn't try this in light winds (5-11 knots) or strong wind (24 knots +). I'm not sure about the ideal swell conditions, but probably in the middle range -- not too big or too small. I'm really looking forward to trying this in San Francisco Bay. In West winds, launching from Berkeley, winging upwind to the central bay and then paddling/foiling back.
@@ShawnEwingShakais the issue in strong winds managing the pack down?
Great video! I actually tried the packdown already 3 times.
1st time: got sea sick during the packdown.
2nd time: it was way too windy, 30+ knots, smacking the wing with the paddle on to my barracuda, fighting oncoming steep bumps, almost impossible to jibe.
3rd time: everything went well, but found out that the extra 10 lbs on my back changes the balance, popup, pumping and turning in a big way. Of the 10 pounds, half of it is water, so I measured. So for sure I need a better way to pack down my wing. Your video might motivate me to try again with the packdown improvements.
Glad to her you are experimenting with it! It definitely adds weight and the paddle ups are harder as a result but with some more practice you will soon get very proficient at it!
yes, thanks for saying that, I thougt I'm the only one getting sea sick while concentrating on that pack down job!
Great video Gav! 👏
Thanks Ben! Much appreciated!
Hello thanks for the step by step guide. I have the same life vest than you could you please share more info on the straps you have put on your vest with the type of keys ? Dimension, elastic or not etc... It would help me as I am really not very handy....🙂 Thanks in advance.
I’ve used 6mm think elastic cord I got from a DIY store. From the same place I got stainless steel (this is important otherwise they will rust) “snap hooks”. And small stainless steel eyes (these attach to the jacket and the snap hook’s attached to them - this is easier than attaching the snap hooks to the jacket directly.
I hope that makes sense. Perhaps you could donate $5 to my charity for the tips ? 🙏😉🤙.
Have you given any thought to the approach of using a dry bag instead of a PFD? I've seen a few people suggesting it - obvious downside is no PFD..
Yes, I’ve tried that and I find this method way better. Bags swing around and hold all the water from the wet wing.
Great video! I was looking for this info and you delivered 👍👍! Question since you did previous videos on the North HA and SF foils. Looking to get into DW with my 72kg, 115L AK nomad. I have the North sonar. Which front wing would be ideal? HA1450 (v2) or an SF1230? Or is there anything from North more suitable? Thanks 👍👍
Thanks for the kind words mate and I am glad you liked it.
Ok, so with North I can tell you there is some super exciting gear coming (very soon) that will be your ticket. That being said, the HA1450 V1 (yes the original one - I found the V2 to have a stall speed that is too high) was a good wing to start with and the SF1230 is great when you have improved your paddling a bit. I have had lots of fun downwinding on that. If you have those wings then great but on't go out and buy them. Wait until the new gear is out..it will be the answer to your questions!
@@hydrofoilacademy woohoo! That's exciting news!
Great guide
What do you think about taking a small hand pump to re-inflate?
I've had a little play around with this but, to be honest, I don't think it's needed. In my view the packdown is a way of getting to places you otherwise couldn’t (no shuttle option or access issues). Because you can position yourself in the best possible start point, I don't think there is a need to carry a pump too. That being said, i'm also open to new ideas and suggestions. Please keep me posted on how you go with it and if it makes life easier, I'm keen to learn more!
@@hydrofoilacademyinteresting, I'm interested because we have a few local spots which would benefit from the upwind leg to get a decent downwind angle, but the also benefit from getting back the starting point which is 2/3 of the way up the run. I've just set up one and will be testing it out and let you know!
Also as a safety thing it seems like a decent idea if you get a wind swing that suddenly means you'd paddle into a headwind.
Seeting on the paddle like that is not posible to brake it and you are more unestable in the water?
Just make sure when you sit on it, it’s not bending and flat on the board. It’s not a problem like that.
I'm new to this and a bit confused. Does downwinding require waves/swells? Can you explain it like I'm five?
Hi, Yes exactly. You need the wind and/or swell. With the efficiency of the foils you can tap into the energy and glide for KMs downwind. There is a logistical challenge as you will end up a long distance from where you stated, so you need to car share with a buddy or wing foil upwind and either wing back again, or preferred, pack the wing away and paddle up onto the foil. This is a much better experience as the wing gets in the way.