# Technique **URL:** https://forum.progressionproject.com/c/technique/9.md [Latest](https://forum.progressionproject.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.progressionproject.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.progressionproject.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the Technique category](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/about-the-technique-category/45)
**Author:** [@Erik](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/Erik)\ **Replies:** 0
--- ## [Golden rules for prone foiling](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/golden-rules-for-prone-foiling/12087)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 86\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2026, 6:58pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/golden-rules-for-prone-foiling/12087 "2026-10-06T18:58:19Z")
Some random thoughts from the chat that I thought to share EDIT: updated this with some additions from the thread Intermediates Turning You cannot turn if you stand too far forward The only way to do proper turns is … --- ## [Foil Trim - how to get the balance right](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/foil-trim-how-to-get-the-balance-right/5406)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 69\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2026, 9:34am UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/foil-trim-how-to-get-the-balance-right/5406 "2026-10-06T09:34:57Z")
A friend pointed out when I borrowed their big foil that I was too far forward. I moved WAY further back, and suddenly it felt balanced, and much more efficient. I then removed the little bit of tail shim, and it felt ve… --- ## [Are stabs like training wheels for bikes?](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/are-stabs-like-training-wheels-for-bikes/15282)
**Author:** [@anto](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/anto)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2026, 10:06am UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/are-stabs-like-training-wheels-for-bikes/15282 "2026-10-03T10:06:14Z")
From what I’ve seen in surf foil and downwing videos, the better the riders, the smaller the stabs. And that made me wonder, are stabs really just making your setup more pitch stable in the expense of performance? And i… --- ## [Advanced pumping - aka how the pros pump](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/advanced-pumping-aka-how-the-pros-pump/3425)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 192\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2026, 11:34pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/advanced-pumping-aka-how-the-pros-pump/3425 "2026-09-30T23:34:38Z")
The way top foilers pump is so distinct from the average punter, and I think it is worth some observation. They do: strike their arms back bent forward slightly at the hips project forward short sharp burst movements … --- ## [Paddle Up on the Evo 235](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/paddle-up-on-the-evo-235/17793)
**Author:** [@codytappen](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/codytappen)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 15, 2026, 7:02am UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/paddle-up-on-the-evo-235/17793 "2026-09-15T07:02:15Z")
In short: Is it possible to learn flat water paddle up on the Unifoil Evolution 235 at ~95kg? Gear being used: -Board: Gong Hipe Cruzader 7’11” (153L) -Front Wing: Evolution 235 -Fuse: Unifoil short fuse -Mast: Unif… --- ## [Flat Water Pop Up Without Paddle, anybody?](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/flat-water-pop-up-without-paddle-anybody/15106)
**Author:** [@Horst\_Sergio](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/Horst_Sergio)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [September 12, 2026, 4:09pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/flat-water-pop-up-without-paddle-anybody/15106 "2026-09-12T16:09:35Z")
Searched the forum but was afraid this quite special question may get lost in the big paddle up topic. I know the 4 videos from Jeremy, Balz and Damien from nearly 4 years ago, but is there anybody else who invested tim… --- ## [Strapless Jumping Tips?](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/strapless-jumping-tips/17178)
**Author:** [@HoverTuna](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/HoverTuna)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2026, 8:45am UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/strapless-jumping-tips/17178 "2026-08-11T08:45:34Z")
Trying to work in more strapless jumps into my wing sessions. Anyone have tips/advice? I land about 1/4 of them and tend to separate from the board while in air. Landing seems to require a good amount of back foot press… --- ## [Parawing toeside upwind it's impossible](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/parawing-toeside-upwind-its-impossible/15896)
**Author:** [@rycpt](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/rycpt)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2026, 11:03am UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/parawing-toeside-upwind-its-impossible/15896 "2026-08-05T11:03:03Z")
Can’t make upwind progress toeside. Whenever I point upwind I just get yanked off the board. Holding the bar with both hands seems to help a little but I never see other people doing that. Is there some trick around wher… --- ## [Downwinding Conditions/tidal ineractions](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/downwinding-conditions-tidal-ineractions/16889)
**Author:** [@swain0608](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/swain0608)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2026, 7:34pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/downwinding-conditions-tidal-ineractions/16889 "2026-07-27T19:34:13Z")
New to downwinding and foiling. Second time out at the beach (flat water access is limited for me) i was able to get some good paddle time as it was slack tide and relatively calm with a 1-2ft ground swell.I noticed as t… --- ## [Give me your parawing harness recommendations and tips please](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/give-me-your-parawing-harness-recommendations-and-tips-please/15380)
**Author:** [@FluidFoil](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/FluidFoil)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2026, 6:13pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/give-me-your-parawing-harness-recommendations-and-tips-please/15380 "2026-07-20T18:13:42Z")
I’m a beginner parawinger and I’m terrible at it, but making progress bit by bit. I have no experience with kiting or performance windsurfing and I feel completely lost on the harness thing. I have an NSI stash belt wit… --- ## [Downwind vs Mid length for pumping](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/downwind-vs-mid-length-for-pumping/16274)
**Author:** [@WingsurferQLD](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/WingsurferQLD)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2026, 5:54pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/downwind-vs-mid-length-for-pumping/16274 "2026-06-26T17:54:00Z")
Id like to know everyone’s views on this topic. In a DW setting, assumes 22kts and using the same foil (1200 width) with a paddle or stowed Parawing, what is easier to keep on foil : a DW board like 8ft x 19", or a mid … --- ## [Learning to DW pump with foil assist](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/learning-to-dw-pump-with-foil-assist/11861)
**Author:** [@gregd72002](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/gregd72002)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2026, 10:46am UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/learning-to-dw-pump-with-foil-assist/11861 "2026-06-17T10:46:36Z")
Hello, I am on a mission to learn to pump in the sea on my DW board. The local conditions are suboptimal. The wind is very weak in here and the sea has small random chop. There is also strong undercurrent that slows you… --- ## [Seeking advice on flat water paddle ups](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/seeking-advice-on-flat-water-paddle-ups/14311)
**Author:** [@Pimpim](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/Pimpim)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2026, 12:11pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/seeking-advice-on-flat-water-paddle-ups/14311 "2026-05-14T12:11:33Z")
Hi there, I have been on this journey for about a month now, with no prior SUP experience, and a basic wing foiling level (one year in - can jibe both stances both ways, getting into tacks). Gear is Barracuda 8’2 112l … --- ## [Flat water paddle up with a wingfoil board (naish hover gs 110 l)](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/flat-water-paddle-up-with-a-wingfoil-board-naish-hover-gs-110-l/15193)
**Author:** [@jksolar](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/jksolar)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2026, 5:27pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/flat-water-paddle-up-with-a-wingfoil-board-naish-hover-gs-110-l/15193 "2026-04-26T17:27:40Z")
Hi, I’m trying to paddle up my wingfoil board. I weigh about 87kg and have a Naish hover gs 110 l. It is challenging but I have a lot of fun on the water having this kind of workout trying to get enough speed and the rhy… --- ## [Lessons OR Foil Drive test…](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/lessons-or-foil-drive-test/15108)
**Author:** [@JJBass469](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/JJBass469)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2026, 11:05pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/lessons-or-foil-drive-test/15108 "2026-04-17T23:05:38Z")
Anyone have a foil drive set up willing to help a total newb (at getting on foil) try it out? I can get to Hood River or Rufus, even Tri-Cities WA. Would love to try before I buy. --- ## [Backside / Toeside / backhand cutback?](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/backside-toeside-backhand-cutback/1042)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2026, 12:36pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/backside-toeside-backhand-cutback/1042 "2026-04-11T12:36:39Z")
On forehand waves ( or generally when doing “heelside” turns, into waves etc) I feel like I can really push into the foil and twist the upper body to give some decent torque and change direction nicely. I’m really strug… --- ## [Canting the mast for flat water pumping](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/canting-the-mast-for-flat-water-pumping/14270)
**Author:** [@Erwin\_VMG](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/Erwin_VMG)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2026, 10:13pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/canting-the-mast-for-flat-water-pumping/14270 "2026-02-16T22:13:36Z")
interesting idea :+1: --- ## [Parawing Upwind Guide](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/parawing-upwind-guide/14075)
**Author:** [@Erwin\_VMG](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/Erwin_VMG)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2026, 2:11pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/parawing-upwind-guide/14075 "2026-02-02T14:11:17Z")
Great tips…thank you Damien :folded\_hands: :united\_states: :united\_states: --- ## [Parawing Kiteloop](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/parawing-kiteloop/13754)
**Author:** [@roundhouse](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/roundhouse)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2026, 9:13pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/parawing-kiteloop/13754 "2026-01-07T21:13:46Z")
Has anyone tried them yet? If so any tips? I’m thinking about getting a parawing with longer lines, dual skin and higher aspect like the new Gong Lowkite Pulse and using it for more than just blasting in a straight line… --- ## [Flowchart / FAQ - how to learn to foil](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/flowchart-faq-how-to-learn-to-foil/13265)
**Author:** [@Matt](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/Matt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2025, 12:10pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/flowchart-faq-how-to-learn-to-foil/13265 "2025-11-30T12:10:55Z")
It gets asked quite often, and I’ve felt like there was a lot of really good information that has accumulated on this forum around when it is useful to foil, where, what sequence, prone foil etc With this, I’ve asked AI… --- ## [eFoil Surfing/Downwinding Too Dangerous Because of the Weight?](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/efoil-surfing-downwinding-too-dangerous-because-of-the-weight/12254)
**Author:** [@omar](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/omar)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2025, 12:58pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/efoil-surfing-downwinding-too-dangerous-because-of-the-weight/12254 "2025-09-24T12:58:51Z")
I bought the LiftX (47 lbs) to learn surfing and downwinding, but in this 6 second video below, you can see the 47 pound foil got close to crashing into the back of my neck. So is this thing an actual risk of breaking my… --- ## [Cold Seas VS Warmer Seas](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/cold-seas-vs-warmer-seas/4850)
**Author:** [@FOILstoke](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/FOILstoke)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2025, 1:23pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/cold-seas-vs-warmer-seas/4850 "2025-08-10T13:23:08Z")
Hey hey… Im wondering if anyone else has noticed the difference in density on the FOIL in cold seas VS warmer seas. Any of you guys in flat water conditions feel the FOIL releases easier in warmer temps? Maybe someone ou… --- ## [Pumping Technique Help](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/pumping-technique-help/6085)
**Author:** [@damandany2k](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/damandany2k)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2025, 5:47pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/pumping-technique-help/6085 "2025-07-20T17:47:13Z")
I’ve been progressing my pumping to where I can connect 2-3 waves together but I feel like my technique still needs some work. I’m pretty exhausted after a few waves linked together. My thoughts after watching this vid… --- ## [Pump launching techniques](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/pump-launching-techniques/10965)
**Author:** [@Kyklonas](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/Kyklonas)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2025, 7:11pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/pump-launching-techniques/10965 "2025-07-08T19:11:38Z")
I’ve just recently gotten into the world of pumping, have been kitefoiling for 5 years and finally decided to get into it. I’m about 4 sessions in and of course it’s quite challenging even with the previous foil experien… --- ## [3 Foiling Tips for Better Glide & Efficiency](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/3-foiling-tips-for-better-glide-efficiency/10672)
**Author:** [@theliftjournal](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/theliftjournal)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2025, 2:16pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/3-foiling-tips-for-better-glide-efficiency/10672 "2025-06-23T14:16:17Z")
Made a little video of some tips that really helped me when foiling. I hope you enjoy -Dave --- ## [Looking for feedbacks for next progression in assisted surf foiling](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/looking-for-feedbacks-for-next-progression-in-assisted-surf-foiling/10740)
**Author:** [@spark](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/spark)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2025, 1:27am UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/looking-for-feedbacks-for-next-progression-in-assisted-surf-foiling/10740 "2025-06-22T01:27:10Z")
Hi all. This is my second year foiling and I have been completely obsessed like many of you. Mainly foildrive in ocean, and starting to make some improvements in prone and wing side lately. A friend of mine made a good… --- ## [How to do the best turn on a foil?](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/how-to-do-the-best-turn-on-a-foil/483)
**Author:** [@Hdip](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/Hdip)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2025, 7:32am UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/how-to-do-the-best-turn-on-a-foil/483 "2025-06-10T07:32:15Z")
I saw this comment in a whatsapp group today. I can’t tell if I agree with it or not. “gotta keep in mind best turn will be the one at the slowest stall speed as you can get more vertical and turn around quicker” The l… --- ## [Jet Ski Step Offs](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/jet-ski-step-offs/10421)
**Author:** [@SdCliffsFoil](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/SdCliffsFoil)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2025, 4:48pm UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/jet-ski-step-offs/10421 "2025-06-04T16:48:35Z")
Does anyone have advice on how to do a Jet Ski Step Off? --- ## [Foil drive wake thieving](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/foil-drive-wake-thieving/10294)
**Author:** [@Mtnfoil](https://forum.progressionproject.com/u/Mtnfoil)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2025, 2:43am UTC](https://forum.progressionproject.com/t/foil-drive-wake-thieving/10294 "2025-05-29T02:43:23Z")
Got the foil drive a couple months ago and have been using it to learn pumping. It’s now warm enough that the wake boats are coming out onto the lakes. I’ve tried catching wake, usually 3rd to 5th wave back but find that… [Next page](https://forum.progressionproject.com/c/technique/9.md?page=1)