Video library
Parawing foiling videos
The best parawing foiling videos from across the web, organised by what you need. Whether you are learning to launch a parawing for the first time, comparing gear before buying, or working on upwind technique and jibes, there is something here for every stage. We have curated tutorials from Flysurfer, Duotone, and ENSIS, independent multi-wing comparisons, technique breakdowns from experienced riders, and real session footage from pioneers like Greg Drexler and Steve Tobis.
Looking for a structured learning path? Our step-by-step course weaves the best videos into an 8-step progression for crossover riders.
Tutorials
Complete guides to getting started with parawingfoiling. From understanding the wing through to your first water sessions.
Flysurfer POW Academy
The most comprehensive tutorial series available. Six episodes covering every stage of learning to parawingfoil, from understanding wing components through to maintenance. Even if you do not ride a Flysurfer POW, the principles apply to all parawings.
Episode 1: The Pop Out Wing
Explores key components of the parawing and how they interact. Leading edge, bridle system, mixer, and wind window explained for beginners and experienced riders.
Episode 2: Pre-session checklist
Essential preparation steps before every session. Safety checks and setup for optimal performance.
Episode 3: Handling
Setup and launch through to steering, depowering, and emergency procedures for safe, controlled sessions.
Episode 4: Water usage
Riding techniques including paddling, power boosts, water starts, foiling, handling waves, and relaunching your wing.
Episode 5: Safety
Self-rescue methods and emergency response protocols for critical situations on the water.
Episode 6: Maintenance
Care and storage guidance to extend your parawing's lifespan.
ENSIS: Learn to parawing with Michi and Laura
Laura and Michi walk through the basics of parawinging: choosing the right board and foil, understanding conditions, and launching safely. One of the most accessible beginner tutorials available.
Duotone Academy with Finn Spencer
Professional tutorials from the Duotone Academy. Finn Spencer demonstrates launch, water entry, and jibing technique with clear, step-by-step instruction.
How to launch and steer a parawing
Enter the water and get on your board
Gwen Le Tutour: First parawing session
Gwen Le Tutour from the Damien Leroy YouTube channel covers the basics in a well-paced how-to. A great starting point for anyone considering the sport.
Gear reviews
Independent and brand reviews of parawings and equipment. For our written reviews, see our parawing reviews.
Matt Kauffman: 18-parawing comparison
The most comprehensive multi-parawing comparison on the internet. Matt on Foil reviews 18 different parawings on the Foil Life Podcast, covering the Ensis Roger V2, North Ranger, Flysurfer POW, and many more. Detailed analysis of performance, stability, weight, and fit for different skill levels.
Matt on Foil: 8-parawing comparison with specs
Matt Kaufmann takes a data-driven approach, weighing wings, measuring leading edge thickness, and comparing low-end power, upwind performance, and handling across 8 parawings.
Hoppline: Do I need a parawing? (Ozone Pocket Rocket review)
Independent creator Hoppline gives an honest, unsponsored take on whether parawings are worth buying. Part 1 of a multi-part Ozone Pocket Rocket long-term review series.
Hoppline: Best parawing 2025/2026 (Pocket Rocket Part 2)
Part 2 of Hoppline's long-term review. Deep dive into features and comparisons.
ENSIS Roger Tech Talk
Balz Muller and Michi discuss everything about the ENSIS Roger: handling, design philosophy, and user experience. A deep dive into what makes this parawing tick.
F-One Frigate
The official product video for the F-One Frigate, consistently rated as one of the top parawings on the market.
Technique
Riding technique, progression, and Q&As from experienced parawing foilers.
Duotone Academy: How to jibe with a parawing
Finn Spencer demonstrates two jibe variants: switch stance and normal foot position. Step-by-step breakdown with one-handed parawing steering technique.
Gwen Le Tutour: Upwind technique
Gwen breaks down the "game of give and take" for mastering upwind angles and staying on foil through challenging conditions.
Greg Drexler: The pioneer's guide
Greg Drexler from BoardRiding Maui is the godfather of parawingfoiling. His Q&A videos cover everything from harness setup to advanced riding technique.
Safety and self-rescue
Essential viewing before you get on the water. For our written guide, see parawing safety and self-rescue.
Daniel Paronetto (FoilRat): Safety, skill-building, and progression
Daniel from LabRat Foiler shares a deep dive into parawing safety on the Foil Life Podcast. Covers life vests, beacons, learning progression from beginner to advanced, and technique tips. One of the best safety-focused discussions available.
Session footage
Real-world sessions from riders around the world. See what parawingfoiling looks like on the water.
Steve Tobis: First outings
Steve Tobis is a Maui-based waterman and ENSIS team rider. His early parawing sessions document the learning curve honestly, showing progression from first attempts through to confident riding.
Kai Lenny: Parawing meets SUP longboard
Kai Lenny combines a parawing with a SUP longboard at Hookipa. Uses the parawing to gain speed, stashes it, then surfs the wave. Pure fun and a glimpse of where this sport can go.
Hmanfoil: Parawing foiling in the UK
Proof that parawingfoiling is not just a Maui sport. Session footage from the UK showing the sport works in British conditions.