How to Wing foil. Review of the new ENSIS SPIN 4.6m2. Their best wing yet?

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Here we are looking at the new ENSIS SPIN 4.6 m2 wing. How is it to ride? What are the best features and who is this wing for? I will answer all these questions and more in this video. Check it out! Remember to like, share and subscribe to support my work! Enjoy!
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@fredericchauveau3011 2 жыл бұрын

You have done it again Fred! In my opinion this is great example of what an unbiased review should be about: the format is concise yet the content is rich, thorough and full of relevant information for those seeking to buy their next or first Wing. Many thanks for your work and generous contribution to the Sport. Which of the two wings you have tested recently from ENSIS (Score and Spin ) do you like best?

@wingfoil_mallorca 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Frederic, thank you!! 😃 The Score and the Spin have their own advantages. I have the Score in 4.0m and Spin in 4.6m so the comparison isn't really even. I'd say the score is better in stronger winds, but the Spin is more versatile in different conditions as it has the compact form. The Spin is definitely better for shorter riders. Stay safe.

@wildhogget69 2 жыл бұрын

Ncie Review Fredric, but I am waiting for the review of the Axis 1050, my buddy just got the HPS930 and he states it is awesome!!

@wingfoil_mallorca 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Dan. Thank you! The 1050 review is coming up next...stay tuned...or glued to the channel! jajaja 😃

@simonvictorsmith8730 Жыл бұрын

Great review Fred! Have you tried the Spin with the solid boom at all ? they have one in 4.6 at my local shop and I'm tempted to buy it. I am small and light and riding waves is my goal!

@wingfoil_mallorca Жыл бұрын

Hey Simon, No haven't had the opportunity yet. But it looks very promising. I'm not sure there is any disadvantage of having a boom vs. handles. Most likely it is a personal preference, If you can pump it up and get a feel for it you will get a good enough idea if you like the boom or not. Obviously it works doing all sorts of freestyle moves. In my personal opinion after have ridden both the Spin and the Score more, i like the score more for wave riding and down wind riding. It has a bit more power and I find it more stable when I hold it behind me. My 2Cents! ;-)

@fishcakes2 2 жыл бұрын

Great review , i really rate the spins after testing the 4.6 I bought 2.6- 3.6 and the 4.6. So light and easy to handle , I’m 68kgs and the 4.6 gets me foiling on a 1280 HA foil in 10knts with a lot of effort but easier from 12knts. They felt totally different to the score, way less pressure on the arms and better top end. Also like you say they just hover flat in transitions. Not sure what the little carbon battens do on the trailing edge but the wings feel great all round !

@wingfoil_mallorca 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks for watching. Great to hear you liked it. I especially like the compact form. And that equals easy handling. It has an impressive look as well. Excellent stuff from them! I think they have an ALUULA wing on test now. We'll see if that one makes the cut. Subscribe if you haven't already to see more videos. Stay safe! Where do you ride?

@martinoeser1965 2 жыл бұрын

Light?? Really like your channel Fredric great job so far but please compare to other Wings on the market. The Ensis in 4.1qm is 2,6kg! For Wings without booms it is one of the heaviest Wing on the Market! Power? Yes superpowerful and great upwind Performance but please donˋt give it to light people it needs a powerful guy. There are so many better options for light riders. I testet a lot of wings for a wingfoilmag. this year. Please we all want to have fun on the water.

@fishcakes2 2 жыл бұрын

@@martinoeser1965 I wouldn’t get to hung up on physical weight , the spins feel light and balanced in use compared to other wings and that’s the real test.

@wingfoil_mallorca 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Martin, well there are other wings on the market that weigh less and others that weigh more. I only refer to my experience, and I have not experienced the Spin to be heavy. I hope I can review the Strike. As it is very light yet powerful. So, yes, there are many brands on the market, still to be tested 😃 Thanks for watching! Let me know which wings you have tested. I'd be interested in hearing your opinion about them. Cheers!

@romeo12968 2 жыл бұрын

@@martinoeser1965 Hi Martin, can you please advise some wings for a light rider, beginner/intermediate level?

@jobtorres 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video Fred! I am really concerned about fabric stretching and durability of the wings. Many wingers are changing their gear almost every season. I wonder if this is due to the loose of performance caused by the stretched canopy. Maybe a topic for a future video? I appreciate your work so much! Thanks!

@wingfoil_mallorca 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Job. Thank you!!! The stretching of the fabric is a reality, but I do not know how much it could be. As an observation, the Starboard wings V1. That I have seen around are very loose in the canopy. But I can't say for sure they weren't a bit loose from start...I will try to get a grip on this matter. A brilliant suggestion for a future video. Thanks! ;-)

@JamesBurrow 2 жыл бұрын

The sport is changing so fast and the wings and foils are improving significantly each year. I think you are seeing the early adopters are just upgrading their gear to the latest and greatest.... but yes; the wings do loose some performance due to fabric stretching. But i have friends on Ensis v1 wings that are 2yrs+ old and they perform ok, but they have lost their taughtness.

@dazcar54 2 жыл бұрын

I really struggled for my first season to get up on foil using an old second Cabrinha wing not realising how bad it was until I tried a new wing, so I can certainly vouch for how important it is that the canopy retains its shape over time.

@wingfoil_mallorca 2 жыл бұрын

@@dazcar54 Hi Darren, yes. And because the sport is so new we are not really sure how the material is affected by use and time. But we are learning. I guess if you a frequent rider you want to change wing yearly, to have the best possible material for great riding. Also with the new materials like Aluula and Ho’okipa we will probably get closer to wings that stays in shape when flying and less stretch so we can use them longer and they keep their performance. Where do you ride and with what material?

@dazcar54 2 жыл бұрын

@@wingfoil_mallorca Thanks so much for replying Fred. I was at my wits end trying to get on foil when I swapped wings with a helpful winger which was an f one and instantly noticed a big difference. I then purchased a New Zealand made wing PPC and although still inexperienced have found it to be very well made and very powerful. I’m from Redcliffe near Brisbane Australia. Are we not truly blessed to be living near the Ocean !!

@MrHEPBO3AH Жыл бұрын

I'm a beginner with about 15-20h on the water. I'm looking for a second wing to my 5m Strike for stronger winds. How would you say this wing fares for beginners? I'm about 70kg and looking to use the 3.6m version in the 20knots winds.

@wingfoil_mallorca Жыл бұрын

Hey, I think you are right on target. A 3.5 m is a good compliment to a 5m wing.

@MrHEPBO3AH Жыл бұрын

@@wingfoil_mallorca Is there anything different about this one that would make it harder for beginners? I know they got the SPIN and SCORE and some other wings. Not really sure how that translates into handling or wind range or upwind capabilities and so on. Appreciate any thoughts you might have about this! :)

@wingfoil_mallorca Жыл бұрын

I’d say they the score is better for everyday handling and riding waves. The spin is a bit more compact and is a bit easier to manoeuvre but my experience it’s not as powerful and it is also less stable holding in the leading edge. They market the spin as perfect for jumps and spins and so on. If I’d buy a new Ensis it would be the score as it is more versatile. Hope that helps. I think the Score LE looks amazing and with the X-ply as the canopy it would be a really great wing as it would keep its shape better and longer. Good luck!

@tsurdarabi3289 2 жыл бұрын

nice review , what about the weight....?

@wingfoil_mallorca 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Tsur, The 4.6m2 ENSIS wing weighs in at 2.8 kg. Where do you ride?

@tsurdarabi3289 2 жыл бұрын

@@wingfoil_mallorca Hi, thanks, I'm winging at Eilat, Israel

@wingfoil_mallorca 2 жыл бұрын

@@tsurdarabi3289 Hello, that sounds like a great place. How are the conditions there?

@nikolaipunin9219 2 жыл бұрын

I'm having a problem folding my 4.1 and 5.1 wings...And fit them into bags... And I don't understand why the zipper is made asymmetrical...

@wingfoil_mallorca 2 жыл бұрын

Hey, well. We did too in the beginning. We discovered that you have to be very good at getting the air out and roll up the wings tight. And then tuck them in close and tight to the strut and then fold the wing in three. With a gentle little squeeze they fit “easily” in the bag.