The Lift Foils Flying Cat 8’2 (115L) is the most versatile shape in the downwind line-up: enough length to build speed and keep running through chop, yet compact enough to feel surfy when you change your line or want to connect sections.
 
At 115L you’re in a sweet spot: plenty of margin for takeoff and touch-downs, without the “sluggish” feel of some bigger boards.
 
Specs
 
 
 
Board: 8’2" downwind foil board
 
 
Volume: 115 L
 
 
Recommendation
 
If you want one downwind/SUP foil board that works in almost all conditions — including when it gets messy — while still letting you ride clean and fast, the Flying Cat 8’2 (115L) is a safe one-board quiver.
 
Recommended configuration (Front Wing + Back Wing + Mast)
 
 
 
Mast: 32" carbon mast (allround open water)
 
 
Front Wing: Florence X series for efficiency & glide; Havoc 105/148 for more surf control
 
 
Back Wing: Flow Back Wing 31 for more composure; Flow Back Wing 26 if you want it looser
 
 
What’s included
 
 
 
8’2" Flying Cat downwind foil board
 
 
Custom-fit board bag
 
 
Hardware kit