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Slingshot Flow Craft: High-Performance Wing Foiling Design

The Slingshot Flow Craft is a bold step forward in Slingshot’s board lineup for 2026, designed with a modern, surf-inspired approach. Unlike older “chicken nugget” style boards that were thick and sluggish, the Flow Craft is lighter, sleeker, and built for high-performance wing foiling.

Slingshot achieved this through an EPS core construction with carbon lamination and advanced matting technology. This results in a board that is extremely light yet rigid and durable. Riders immediately notice the stiffness when handling the board, as well as the upgraded strength-to-weight ratio. While the premium construction does push the price point higher, the trade-off is performance and longevity.

Dimensionally, the 5’9” x 21 1/8” x 4 3/5” (75L) model hits a sweet spot for many riders. It’s not intended as a light-wind beginner board but instead shines in powered conditions, wave riding, and advanced maneuvers. The Flow Craft features a rolled nose with hard rails, a flat mid-section, and wide chines through the tail. This bottom design allows the board to release water smoothly, generate board speed, and lift off cleanly with smaller, faster foils. Touchdowns feel more like skipping a stone rather than sticking, which is ideal for carving, wave riding, and recovering from mistakes.

Riders praised its balance, maneuverability, and connection to the foil once on foil. While it doesn’t accelerate as quickly in low power, the Flow Craft excels once powered, offering a surfy, flowy feel that matches its name. This board is best suited for intermediate to advanced wing foilers who ride in 15+ knots and want a one-board quiver for performance conditions. Sizing up 5–10 liters is recommended, as the shape remains nimble without feeling cumbersome.

Slingshot Glide Craft: Beginner-Friendly Progression

The Slingshot Glide Craft complements the Flow Craft by offering a more approachable platform for novice riders while still prioritizing performance. With a 5’4” x 24” profile at 80L, it’s slightly shorter, wider, and thicker than the Flow Craft, giving riders added stability and volume for easier starts.

Despite being a progression-friendly board, the Glide Craft doesn’t ride like an oversized beginner plank. Its length and narrower waist make it more nimble than older, corky Slingshot boards. This allows riders to stay in touch with their foil and transition smoothly from large, slow foils to more efficient high-aspect designs as they improve. Much like the Flow Craft, its bottom contours feature a flat midsection with chines that release water cleanly, producing smooth liftoffs and forgiving touchdowns.

The Glide Craft is aimed at beginners and intermediate riders who want a board that they can learn on and continue progressing with, rather than quickly outgrowing. It also doubles as a fun freestyle and freeride wing foiling board in smaller sizes thanks to its compact, maneuverable outline. Riders appreciated its clean white aesthetic, practical traction pads, and added nose protection for durability during rigging and surf sessions.

Key Takeaways for Wing Foilers

Slingshot Flow Craft:

Built for powered performance, waves, and advanced maneuvers.
Lightweight EPS/carbon construction with stiff, durable lamination.
Surfy, responsive, and forgiving on touchdowns.
Ideal for intermediate to advanced riders in 15+ knots.
Not a light-wind or beginner board.

Slingshot Glide Craft:

Wider, more stable, and progression-friendly.
Suited for beginners through intermediates who want to grow with one board.
Works well for freeride and freestyle wing foiling.
Still nimble compared to older beginner-style boards.
More volume per size for easier starts and stability.

Together, the Slingshot Flow Craft and Slingshot Glide Craft represent a significant upgrade to Slingshot’s wing foiling lineup, blending modern design with the brand’s trademark durability. The Flow Craft targets riders chasing performance and surf-style flow, while the Glide Craft offers an approachable yet versatile platform for new riders and freestyle enthusiasts alike.

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