Huge congratulations to Sean Herbert on an outstanding performance at the 2026 PredictWind New Zealand Wingfoil National Championships, held this past weekend at Worser Bay Boating Club. Racing in a strong and highly competitive fleet, Sean delivered a composed and impressive regatta, demonstrating once again why he is one of the most exciting riders in wingfoil racing today.
The event also marked a special milestone for the F4 team. This regatta was the first official competition outing for several new pieces of F4 race equipment, developed in collaboration with our riders.
Event Recap
The 2026 PredictWind NZ Wingfoil Nationals brought together a strong fleet of riders from across the region at Worser Bay Boating Club in Wellington. With dynamic conditions and competitive racing throughout the weekend, the event showcased the rapid progression of wingfoil racing and the high level of talent in the New Zealand fleet.
Riders faced a demanding racecourse where consistency, speed, and equipment performance all played a key role. Sean’s performance across the regatta highlighted both his racing experience and the incredible level that modern wingfoil racing has reached.
About Sean's race equipment:
F4 Makani CR Full Double Surface Wing
The Makani CR represents a new generation of race wings, featuring a full double-surface design developed specifically for wingfoil racing. The wing is designed to deliver improved aerodynamic efficiency, stability at speed, and exceptional power delivery across the racecourse.
F4 Wahoo TE 424 Race Foil
The Wahoo TE 424 is part of the new monoblock race foil series designed for maximum speed and efficiency. Featuring refined foil profiles, redesigned curvature geometry, and a thinner ultra-high modulus fuselage, the Wahoo TE series minimizes drag while maintaining stability and control at race speeds.
F4 108 Hybrid Race Mast
The 108 Hybrid Mast represents the pinnacle of F4 race mast engineering. Developed over two years with extensive hydrodynamic analysis, the mast combines ultra-high modulus carbon construction with an exceptionally refined profile to deliver incredible stiffness, stability, and reduced drag at high speeds.
F4 R Board
The F4 R Board is designed specifically for racing, delivering a balance of efficiency, control, and acceleration for modern wingfoil competition.
The next generation of F4 race equipment has arrived — and it’s already proving itself on the racecourse.
Sean — congratulations on a brilliant regatta and thank you for continuing to raise the level of wingfoil racing! 🤙🏼
