Foil Kites

Foil Kites: No Frame, Big Lift

Foil kites, also called parafoils, are made of fabric cells that fill with wind to form a wing. With no rods to assemble or break, they pack into a pouch, launch quickly and handle rough landings. We carry Premier Kites parafoils, Killip foils, pouch parafoils and Prism's Pocket Flyer, from kid-friendly sizes to giant show foils.

How to Choose a Foil Kite

• Size: Small parafoils fit in a pocket and suit kids. Mid-size foils give a strong, steady pull for adults. The largest Killip foils are show kites that need very heavy line (the Killip 90 calls for 500 to 1250 lb.).
• Single-line or dual-line: Most of our foils are single-line kites that simply ride the wind. Dual-line foils steer like stunt kites; find them in our stunt kites.
• Wind: Foils need a steady breeze to stay inflated, so they shine on beaches where the wind is smooth.
• Durability: Ripstop polyester or nylon and nothing to snap make foils some of the toughest kites we sell.

Foil Kite FAQ

Is a foil kite good for beginners?

Yes. A small or mid-size parafoil is one of the easiest kites to launch and nearly impossible to break, as long as the wind is steady.

What's the difference between a foil kite and a sled kite?

Both are frameless. A sled is a single sail held open by air pressure, while a foil has sewn cells that inflate into a thick wing, which gives it more lift and pull. Compare them in our sled kites.

How do I pack a foil kite?

Fold it loosely along the cells, wind the line onto its winder and keep both in the pouch so the bridle lines don't tangle.

Need more line or a tail? See kite accessories, or browse all kites.