Armstrong X-Wing Performance Wing
Sizes: 2.5 / 3.0 / 3.5 / 4.0 / 4.5 / 5.0 / 5.5 / 6.0 / 6.5 RED = IN DEMO
Lighter handling, refined power and effortless speed for faster, more efficient riding. Proven Performance, Evolved.
The X-Wing Performance sits above the XPS as Armstrong’s next step in high-performance wing design, delivering lighter handling, refined power and effortless speed for riders pushing into faster, more efficient riding.
X-Wing Performance Overview
The Armstrong X-Wing Performance is a high-aspect performance wing designed for riders prioritising speed, efficiency, and powered riding.
Positioned above the XPS Mk II in the Armstrong range, the X-Wing delivers lighter handling, refined power delivery, and noticeably improved efficiency through the wind range.
The higher aspect airframe generates excellent forward drive and apparent wind, allowing the wing to travel upwind and downwind at higher angles while maintaining a fast, composed feel.
Compared to the XPS Mk II, the X-Wing feels lighter and more reactive in the hands, particularly through transitions and heel-side tacks.
X-Wing Performance vs XPS Mk II
X-Wing Performance
- Faster and more efficient
- Higher aspect design
- Lighter handling feel
- Better upwind and downwind angles
- More reactive and nimble
XPS Mk II
- More low-end power
- More stable in gusty conditions
- Better suited to rough water and surf.
- Smaller sizes are better for people on low-volume boards if they stink bug start in rough water.
- Easier to capture the power and suits, beginner and intermediate riders better.
- More compact handling feel
In simple terms:
- X-Wing = Speed and efficiency
- XPS Mk II = Power and stability
Key Specs
- Higher aspect performance wing - This means it will go faster and point upwind higher. The downside is the tips are longer tip to tip with the strut shorter.
- Ultra PE X-Ply airframe construction. Lightweight high-efficiency design, This is incredibly light and a huge benefit for all sizes 5m plus and low wind.
- Reduced leading edge diameter - makes it faster.
- Carbon battens to minimise canopy flutter.
- Cross Panel Sail Design (XPS layout)
- Dyna-Link carbon boom system compatible
- Built for powered riding, speed, and efficiency.
Nicks Real-World Feedback After Testing
From our own testing and rider feedback:
- Surprisingly fast and nimble feeling. When you pair this with an MA and a Performance X-Mast, everybody else looks like they are standing still on the water.
- Heel-side tacks feel incredibly fast and easy.
- Lay down, jibes a precision and text book.
- Excellent upwind and downwind efficiency.'
- Generates speed and glide effortlessly. Goes from zero to full speed very quickly.
- Particularly impressive on mid-length boards where the low end is not needed as much .
- I've used the 5.5 in 8 knots of wind and managed to get to foil in one size up. Didn't come down. They are very efficient, and you can comfortably sail at well above the wind speed using a parent wouldn't
“It’s an absolute weapon in conditions up to 20 knots. I've found it a little bit more unstable than the Mark II XPS in conditions above this and especially if the conditions are very patchy with gusts anywhere from 10 to 30 knots.”
after a session last week at Namotu lifts using this Combo, I can seriously say this was the best set up I've ever ridden
- X-Form 75ML Board
- X Mast 865 .5 Degree shim
- MA690 with Dart 140 Blue shim
- 4m X Wing.
The higher aspect shape rewards efficient riding and performs best in cleaner, more consistent wind conditions where the wing can generate apparent wind effectively.
Compared to the XPS Mk II, the X-Wing does not produce the same low-end grunt. Many riders may prefer to size up approximately half a size to achieve similar bottom-end power.
Best For
- Low wind conditions where you need maximum efficiency to stay on foil.
- Intermediate to advanced riders
- Mid-length board riding or boards at least 80% of your weight and volume.
- Faster freeride and freerace
- Powered riding, those who can comfortably ride at full speed on their current gear and they're looking for more.
- Riders prioritising efficiency and glide
- Consistent wind conditions
Important Notes
Don't be shy to size up one, possibly two sizes from your XPS.
The X-Wing is designed as a higher performance alternative to the XPS Mk II — not a replacement.
Its higher aspect design creates greater efficiency and speed but also produces a taller overall wing shape. In highly gusty conditions, rough water, or larger surf, some riders may still prefer the more compact and stable feel of the XPS Mk II.
If your priority is maximum low-end power and all-condition stability, the XPS Mk II may still be the better fit.
If your priority is speed, glide, and efficient powered riding, the X-Wing is a major step forward.
Available at Underground Surf and Foil
- New Zealand’s leading Armstrong dealer
- New Zealand’s only official Armstrong demo centre
- Based at Orewa Beach, Auckland
We’ve ridden the full Armstrong wing range and everything is available to demo. If you’re unsure whether the X-Wing or XPS Mk II suits your riding best, we can help you choose the right setup.
Talk to Us
Get in touch or book a demo to experience the Armstrong X-Wing Performance for yourself.
Size & Wind Range
|
Size |
Wind Range |
Weight |
Wing Span |
|---|---|---|---|
|
2.5 |
26–40kts |
1.5kg |
228cm |
|
3.0 |
22–38kts |
1.6kg |
252cm |
|
3.5 |
20–36kts |
1.7kg |
275cm |
|
4.0 |
18–34kts |
1.8kg |
293cm |
|
4.5 |
16–30kts |
1.9kg |
311cm |
|
5.0 |
14–26kts |
2.0kg |
329cm |
|
5.5 |
12–22kts |
2.1kg |
344cm |
|
6.0 |
11–20kts |
2.2kg |
353cm |
|
6.5 |
10–18kts |
2.3kg |
365cm |
Wind range based on a 75kg rider. Weight excludes boom.
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Express Worldwide Shipping on Armstrong Foils:
Australia Free Express Shipping on Armstrong wings, wind wings and boards as part of a full kit or combo package. We are happy to change mast size, fuse size, rear wing on any kit. Armstrong Boards can be shipped on a case by case basis please contact Nick for a quote. If you are wanting a custom kit or have any questions contact nick@undergroundsurf.co.nz or call Nick on +64212891660 for a tailored quote.
Rest of World. Exclusive to Armstrong product only. Free shipping on all foils and wind wings minimum spend $750NZD. You can ONLY have Armstrong products in your cart. Minimum Spend $750NZD for free shipping. Boards are NOT free shipping unless as part of a full foil combo. Single Boards can be shipped but only on a case-by-case basis. Allow 7-21 Days for shipping depending on where you live. If you want a custom kit or have any questions, contact nick@undergroundsurf.co.nz or call Nick at +64212891660 for a tailored quote.
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Learn to foil: We'll take you from zero to HERO with our private foil lessons! Start on a massive 8'6" foil board being towed behind a jetski, as your skills develop we'll give you smaller boards to try. Two lessons are refundable with the purchase of any complete Armstrong foil combo (or one lesson refunded with the purchase of any wing & mast combo). Call or email nick@undergroundsurf.co.nz on +64212891660 to book your lesson today. We also have full demo range including A Wind Wings, Boards and Foils.
All orders will be shipped from Underground Skate Limited - 306 Hibiscus Coast Highway, Orewa, 0931
If you have any questions about shipping, then please email us on info@undergroundsurf.co.nz 9am - 3.30pm Weekdays or use our website chat feature and we'll be happy to help you out.
All items are packaged with extreme care, under CCTV surveillance. As freight is handled by third parties, we advise you to thoroughly inspect your Good(s) for damage in transit.
Parcels are not collected on weekends, so orders received after 1pm Friday will be shipped the following Monday otherwise 'click and collect' is available from our store. (Please confirm your order is ready before driving to the store.)
NEW ZEALAND:
CLICK & COLLECT is of course free from our store, just select this option at the checkout and you can collect during our stores opening hours.
For smaller items:
- $10 – NZ WIDE VIA ARAMEX (Non Rural)
- $15 - NZ WIDE VIA ARAMEX (Rural)
- $25 – NORTH ISLAND VIA NZ POST EXPRESS – excludes bulky* items.
- $50 - SOUTH ISLAND VIA NZ POST EXPRESS – excludes bulky* items.
Address Checker - Please check your address to avoid delays if you select non rural and you are rural https://www.addresscheck.co.nz
We use a standard Aramex Courier service to ship your goods nationwide, this is a non-signature service. We suggest under “Shipping Instructions” you leave a note as to where the courier should leave your parcel if you are not there on the day of delivery.
NZ POST EXPRESS – non-signature service, tracking will be sent directly from NZ Post when your order is booked with this service. Cut Off – 3.30pm Weekdays. We are unable to send bulky items via NZ Post.
You will receive an invoice and tracking number in an e-mail once your order is dispatched from Underground in Orewa Auckland. Once the order has been collected by our courier, your tracking number will be live.
*BULKY ITEMS – excludes all Complete Skateboards, Wide Brim Straw Hats, Surfboards, all Paddle Boards, all Board Bags, SUP Paddles, SUP Carts, Body Boards.
For Surfboards, Sups and larger items:
- $49.99 NZ WIDE – Surfboards & Foil Boards
- $99.99 NZ WIDE – Sups
Please note:
- Boards 7'2 and under will be delivered using Aramex Couriers, we advise getting it shipped to your closest Aramex depot where possible. You can check out the depots here - https://www.aramex.co.nz/contact-us/aramex-depot/
- Boards 7'4 and larger will be delivered to the nearest Titus Transport Depot or Depot Partner for you to collect. They have depots in most main centres throughout New Zealand. Or we can have them delivered direct to your door at your cost and can provide a shipping quote upon request.
For Shipping Costs on Surfboards, Foils & Sups direct to your own address please contact us via our Chat Feature or emails us on info@undergroundsurf.co.nz and we'll be happy to help you out.
Unfortunately, we are unable to deliver any large items such as Surfboards or SUPs to rural areas.
SURFBOARDS, SUPS and FOILS – please do not sign for your package if the packaging is damaged in anyway as Underground Surf will not be liable or any damages that are signed for and accepted on delivery.
All boards are packaged under CTV surveillance and are marked as Fragile with a “Do not sign for if Damaged” A4 note.
If you have any questions, please contact us via our Chat Feature or email us on info@undergroundsurf.co.nz and we'll be happy to help you out.
AUSTRALIA:
- FREE SHIPPING on Orders over $200.00 – excludes bulky* items.
- $29.99 on Orders under $200.00 – excludes bulky* items.
*BULKY ITEMS – excludes all Complete Skateboards, Wide Brim Straw Hats, Surfboards, all Paddle Boards, all Board Bags, SUP Paddles, SUP Carts, Body Boards.
We use a standard Aramex Courier service to ship your goods Australian wide, this is a non-signature service. We suggest under “Shipping Instructions” you leave a note as to where the courier should leave your parcel if you are not there on the day of delivery.
You will receive shipping notifications directly from Aramex once your parcel as been booked for collection.
All prices below and on our website are in New Zealand Dollars. To view the exchange rate - https://www.xe.com/currencyconverter/convert/?Amount=1&From=NZD&To=AUD
If you have any questions, please contact us via our Chat Feature or email us on info@undergroundskate.co.nz and we'll be happy to help you out.
REST OF THE WORLD:
At this stage we only ship internationally to Australia, but we can look into sending our products all over the world for you just email us on info@undergroundsurf.co.nz and we'll happily give you a quote.
CUSTOMS AND DUTY CHARGES:
If you are purchasing Internationally then we recommend that you review the following resource to assist you in calculating the charges you may be subject to upon arrival of your parcel to your country/local area: dutycalculator.com
International orders may be subject to local charges. Any customs or import duties and associated fees are charged once the parcel reaches its destination country. These charges must be paid by the recipient of the parcel. We have no control over these charges and cannot predict what they may be.
Underground Surf cannot be held responsible for any additional charges on your order, nor can we accept a return of the order in this case.
Customs policies vary widely from country to country, so please contact your local customs office for further information. If you refuse to pay these charges your parcel may be abandoned, and Underground Surf will not be held responsible for any loss of funds as a result of this occurrence. We cannot mark International orders as a gift in order to bypass or reduce any customs fees. This is an illegal practice and as an established business we will not do this.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
- If you are returning a Free Freight item for a Cash Refund, we will not refund our freight cost, which is a minimum of $10 or what you were charged. Even if you qualified for free freight.
- We will not accept any claim for damage on any Surfboards or Sups after they have been signed for by the customer. Inspect before signing.
- We will not refund on any finance sale this includes AfterPay and Q Card. We will only allow exchange or credit unless there is a mistake at our end in shipping or stock holding.
- Should you select an item that is marked as 'Pre-Order’ and pay using Afterpay a 5% cancellation fee will apply that covers our costs if you cancel this because you did not read it correctly.
- By selecting any item that is marked as 'Pre-Order’ you allow a grace period of 14 days from the original date before we will offer a refund.
- We will not accept returns of any sort from any international order.
- We will cover the cost of return freight from our store to you on one exchange for size. Any further exchange in size will be charged at freight cost + $10 handling fee. We will not offer a refund after an exchange of size has taken place. This Excludes Surf / Sup boards, surf bags and international orders.
- Should there be a miss-pick, the wrong item sent, the item is faulty, or the description/image is significantly wrong we will cover freight costs both ways or provide a refund.
- Any item returned to us without swing tags, with pricing removed, or not 100% as it was shipped out to you will have a restocking fee of 10-30% depending on how that item is returned. This will be at our discretion.
- We will not accept returns for any 'In Warehouse' customer orders. This stock would have been brought in at a significant cost to meet your order.
- We will not be responsible for any change of address that takes place after the order is processed. We will provide you the tracking details to contact the courier and arrange this.
- We will not be responsible for the loss of any parcel where there is a shipping request to leave in a place, doorstep etc. Once the courier says it is delivered any claim for anything missing item will be between yourself and the courier company. We will offer assistance where possible.
- We will not issue any refund in the event of a delayed courier unless we are informed that it must be to you by a certain date and time. We cannot be responsible for lack or planning on your behalf.
- We will provide courier details and tracking information upon sending the order. This is your responsibility to track this and ensure it comes. We are happy to assist but you must email us the order number.
- Any special courier charges such as Saturday delivery or Rural delivery excess will not be refunded under any circumstances.
- Returns will ONLY be accepted via our online portal. Any damage or loss of any returned item is at your risk. We strongly advise having it tracked and signed for.
- Sale or Combo surfboards and sups will incur extra freight charges that match our cost prices for this. We will make contact with you. Items over 7'4 in length can only be sent to local main centre depots. We cannot send these to Rural Delivery addresses. Home addresses will incur a surcharge.
