{"product_id":"fanatic-sky-wing-48-55l-wing-foil-board-2021","title":"Fanatic Sky Wing 4'8\" 55L Wing Foil Board","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Fanatic Sky Wing 4'8\" is a compact, 55-litre wing foil board aimed at confident riders who want a lively, manoeuvrable shape. Its curvier rocker, bevelled rails and channelled underside make touch-downs less abrupt, while the recessed deck brings your stance closer to the foil for more direct control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose the 4'8\" Sky Wing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact 142cm length:\u003c\/strong\u003e less board to move around once flying, making stance changes and turns feel more immediate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e55-litre volume:\u003c\/strong\u003e better suited to experienced riders moving towards smaller equipment than beginners looking for easy standing starts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBevelled rails and rounded nose:\u003c\/strong\u003e help the board recover more smoothly when the rail or nose touches the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep double-concave, channelled underside:\u003c\/strong\u003e balances early release with controlled re-entry during manoeuvres.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecessed, full-padded deck:\u003c\/strong\u003e supports a secure stance and a more connected feel above the foil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is it for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the smaller, more wave-oriented option in Fanatic's original Sky Wing range. It suits lighter, already competent wing foilers who can start reliably on a lower-volume board and value agile handling. Fanatic's period sizing guidance lists riders under 75kg, but the right volume still depends on your body weight, skill level and wind strength. If you are learning your first flights, a larger, more buoyant board will normally make progression easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConstruction and on-water features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVacuum Epoxy Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sky Wing uses vacuum epoxy construction with reinforcement in key areas including the foil-box region, board centreline and standing area. This is the standard Sky Wing construction, not a later Team Edition or an inflatable model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFoil-specific outline\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pulled-in nose, bevelled rails and more curved rocker on the 4'8\" prioritise easy rail clearance and controllable landings. That creates a trade-off: it is an engaging board once you are riding, but its small volume asks more of your starting technique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeck and fittings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts recessed deck, grippy pad and tail kicker provide useful support during take-off and while changing foot pressure. Multiple footstrap mounting positions allow either freeride or more surf-oriented stances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fanatic Sky Wing 4'8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer article:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13200-1128\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4'8\" \/ 142cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22\" \/ 56cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55 litres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer listed weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 5.8kg (up to 5% tolerance)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vacuum Epoxy Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoil connection:\u003c\/strong\u003e twin US foil tracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWindsurf mast-foot insert:\u003c\/strong\u003e none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended rider weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e under approximately 75kg, subject to ability and conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility and package information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe twin US tracks accept a compatible foil plate and mounting hardware; confirm the required T-nuts, bolt dimensions and mounting position for your chosen foil system. The wing and foil assembly are separate equipment. The manufacturer's standard package specification lists three footstraps, but the exact accessories supplied with this individual boxed board are being checked before the listing is released for sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the 4'8\" a good first wing foil board?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot usually. At 55 litres it is best suited to riders who already have dependable take-off and balance skills, particularly lighter foilers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill any foil fit its tracks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt uses a standard twin-track concept, but you must check that your foil's baseplate and mounting hardware fit the board correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFurther advice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wing-foil-boards\"\u003ewing foil boards\u003c\/a\u003e or browse our wider \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/foil-boards\"\u003efoil board collection\u003c\/a\u003e for more buoyant beginner-friendly alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fanatic","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":55216169976141,"sku":null,"price":475.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/8381\/8829\/files\/fanatic-sky-wing-48-55l-2021-manufacturer-deck-bottom.jpg?v=1793193884","url":"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/fanatic-sky-wing-48-55l-wing-foil-board-2021","provider":"The SUP Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}