NSP Airwave Riblet Front Wing

NSP Airwave Riblet Front Wings are excellent for wing- and surf foiling in high-wind conditions, but will also perform as endless downwinders for advanced foilers who can leverage the efficient shape of these wings.

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Striking a perfect balance between efficient lift and rail-to-rail maneuvering, the NSP Airwave Riblet Front Wing is incredibly responsive. The new anhedral design translates into glide, stability, and excellent speed. The improved control adds to a feeling of “being connected” once you are on foil.

For the fastest and best possible performance from your Riblet Front Wings, make sure to use them in combination with the Riblet Rear Wings and the new top-mounted fuselage (black).

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Why Riblet Wings? – Biomimicry?

​​The tubercles, or large raised bumps, on the leading edge of whale fins and foil and outline of a Manta Ray, have inspired this design using scientifically proven features to provide additional control, hold, and propulsion. ​

​NSP was inspired by these phenomena and has created the new Riblet front and rear wings, striking a perfect balance between efficient lift and rail-to-rail maneuvering. ​

​The new anhedral design translates into glide, stability, and excellent speed.

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NSP Airwave Riblet Front Wing Size Chart

The larger the foil the more lift it can give at slower speeds and the easier it can be to control. The smaller the foil the less lift you get at slow speeds, but can give more performance for turns and snaps on waves.

Name	Weight	Width (cm)	Width (in)
FW 1025	0.92kg	100	39.4
FW 1225	0.96kg	100	39.4
FW 1425	1.16kg	110	43.3

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Suggested wing pairings

What Rear Wing Works Best?

Riblet Front Wings work best with the Riblet Rear Wings, but the R&D team is extremely stoked about riding the Riblet Front Wings paired with the 245 High-Aspect Rear Wing as a stabilizer. Furthermore, it turned out that pairing the 1225 & 1425 Riblet Front Wings with the 330 Flat rear wing is a great allround combination, a perfect compromise of speed and maneuverability.

Note: we recommend using the Mast Shim Plate when pairing Riblet Front Wings with Riblet Rear Wings. Scroll below to review the Shim Plate).

General rules to follow in the pairing selection process:

Wings:

• Bigger wing = more lift = lower skill level needed = smaller waves needed

• Smaller wing = faster, less lift = need more experience = need bigger waves

• The weight of the foiler and the skill are decisive for the front wing size

Masts:

• Shorter masts great for beginners, shallow waters, and learning tricks

• Mid-size masts are better for advanced riders in bigger swells

• Long masts are best for tow-in

Fuselage:

• Shorter fuselage = more reactive for tighter turns

Be sure to take into account your size and conditions when making your final decision.  Contact us if you need more support.