Used Wing Foil Gear: The Smart Choice for Beginners and Explorers
Getting into wing foiling is one of the most exciting ways to explore the water, offering a perfect mix of freedom, adrenaline, and connection to nature. But like many new sports, the cost of new gear can feel like a steep barrier for beginners. That’s why looking for used wing foil gear for sale is such a smart move. The second-hand market is full of great deals on wings, boards, and foils, often from riders upgrading their setups. By searching for pre-owned wing foil packages or cheap wing foil setups, you can find high-quality gear at a fraction of the original cost, making it much easier and more affordable to start riding without breaking the bank.
One of the best things about buying second hand wing foiling equipment is the ability to try different setups without the high upfront investment. Wing foiling has a lot of variables — from wing size to board volume to foil shapes — and as you progress, your preferences will change. The used market gives you the freedom to experiment with what suits your style, local wind conditions, and skill level. Whether you’re browsing for a used wing foil board, a used hydrofoil for wing foiling, or swapping between different brands like F-One, Duotone, Armstrong, Cabrinha, Slingshot, Naish, Axis, or Takuma, used gear lets you explore affordably until you dial in the perfect combination.
Beyond the savings and flexibility, choosing used gear is a smart way to reduce your environmental impact. Reusing equipment keeps boards, foils, and wings in the water and out of landfills, helping to cut down on unnecessary manufacturing waste. Searching platforms for wing foil gear swap or checking wing foiling classifieds can connect you with local sellers and fellow riders, often leading to helpful advice and community connections along the way. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to expand your quiver, buying used is a win for your wallet, your progression, and the planet.
We guarantee everything we sell is ready to ride
To ensure all of our used gear is ready to ride, every used item is screened before we take it in, inspected before we rate and list it, and inflatable items are inflate-tested before we ship the item.
We recognize that pictures and descriptions don't capture everything, so we rate used equipment on a scale from A+ to C to help you understand our assessment of the relative quality of the item you are buying.
Used Gear Condition Rating System
A+
Brand new, mint condition, may or may not be in original factory wrap but has never been used
No repairs
A
Great shape, been used once or twice, but practically new with perhaps a few scratches/wrinkles
No repairs
A-
Great shape, never been repaired. Nearly new, some scratches or dirt.
No repairs
B+
Good shape. Used a reasonable amount but well taken care of. May have some minor scratches, scuffs, dings, or dirt.
No repairs
B
Used and in OK condition. Normal wear expected with regular use for the age of the item. Has some minor scratches, scuffs, dings, dirt, discoloration, or other minor cosmetic defects.
If repaired, done professionally and would not effect performance
B-
Fair condition but seen reasonable use. May be dirty
May have some minor repairs
C
Rougher shape but still works fine
Well used, likely has repairs or is dirty. Repair quality may be rougher or if professional, may be more extensive.
Expect shorter remaining equipment life and higher ongoing maintenance requirements.
All ratings describe the relative condition of usable gear. No item sold at Windance requires repair before use. Windance does not sell gear that isn't ready to ride.
Buying used gear always carries some inherent risk. All sales of used gear within policy are final and returns are not accepted. However, if you have any issues, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We're here to help 7 days a week, year-round.
