Launch Foil Board
Breakthrough Series
Your First Flight Starts Here!
The Launch is built to get you up, flying, and frothing in no time. Designed with simplicity, stability, and progression in mind, it’s the perfect board for those early sessions to get you hooked.
With a generous outline and boosted nose rocker, the Launch gives you smooth takeoffs, soft landings, and a steady platform to build confidence fast. Our LF Foil Track System lets you dial in your setup with 4” of adjustability, so you’re always riding in the sweet spot.
The Launch comes strap-ready, so you can lock in and focus on flying. No fluff, no fuss, just the perfect board to kick off your foiling journey.
Benefits
- PROGRESSION FOCUSED — Built with New Foilers in Mind – Features a wider nose and longer profile for the most stable take-off.
- EASY-UP DESIGN — Engineered to get you flying at slower speeds, the Launch makes getting up and staying up easier than ever. Less drag, more control, so you can focus on feeling the flow.
- EXTRA CUSHY EVA TRACTION — A full-coverage EVA deck pad gives you tons of space to move, adjust, and find your footing. Plush underfoot but grippy where it counts to give you maximum confidence.
- LF EXCLUSIVE FOIL TRACK — Pairs best with Liquid Force Foil Systems, while remaining compatible with other foils on the market.
- FOOT STRAP INSERTS — Reinforced foot-strap inserts are featured on the Launch for those looking to use the LF Air Straps to boost airs or inverts.
Features
- Compression Molded
- High Density Foam Core
- Oversized EVA Deck Padding
- Rear Traction Pad Kick Stop
- Front & Rear M6 Foot Strap Inserts
- Foot Straps Included
- LF Exclusive Foil Track
- Size: 4’5”
Alloy Launch 1200 FuseLock System
Beginner-Intermediate | Wake Foiling
The Best Foil to Learn On!
For years the Launch 120 has been LF’s go-to foil setup for those looking for the easiest entry into the sport of foiling and for good reason…she was a breeze to ride! After being completely overhauled to incorporate our revolutionary FuseLock system, getting into foiling on a Launch 1200 has never been easier or LF’n fun!
What’s the focus here? One thing and one thing along - unlocking a rider’s learning potential with predictable lift, a stable glide and forgiving turning radius. Built with highest quality materials, with premium glass fiber front and rear wing sections to reduce weight, improve stiffness and strength.
The Launch 1200 system utilizes an anodized aluminum mast guaranteeing stiffness to keep you kit dialed and you on a smooth progression path into foiling. As your ability strengthens, riders can grow through LF’s FuseLock range of Wings without the need to update the whole kit.
Benefits
- FOIL WITH EASE — The Launch 1200 is the easiest foil to get you foiling. With a front wing designed to be a perfect balance lift, stability and response to get you up in no time, while keeping you coming back for more.
- SUPERIOR CONTROL & STABILITY — With the FuseLock system, your foil is locked in to ensure maximum control and stability. A rock-solid build to give you the confidence to progress.
- LOW-SPEED TAKE OFF — The Launch 1200 is designed to getting you up and foiling at lower speeds while maintaining control as the speed increases. The perfect foil for wakes of all shapes and sizes. FOIL ANYTHING!
- PATH TO PROGRESSION — LF’s FuseLock System configuration, your progression within our foil line is limitless! Progressing each step through the Horizon and Stratus wings families to meet your needs.
- KEEP IT SIMPLE — Don’t let a mess of bolts slow you down. With just 4 M8 bolts, setup is a breeze—fast, clean, and frustration-free. The only question is… can you beat Luca Kidd’s full foil build time of 85 seconds?
Features
- Launch 1200 FuseLock Front Wing | 65cm Wingspan; Aspect Ratio: 3.5
- Control 235 FuseLock Tail Wing
- Anodized Aluminum Mast 74cm
- LF FuseLock Fuselage System
- M8-T40 Bolts (8) | Foil Assembly Tools & Attachment HDW
- Front & Rear Wing Covers
Liquid Force
LIQUID FORCE is a leading brand in watersports, offering premium wakeboards and gear designed for thrill-seekers and water enthusiasts. Whether you're carving up the waves or learning new tricks, LIQUID FORCE equipment helps you perform at your best. Shop LIQUID FORCE at Hyper Ride and enjoy fast, reliable delivery on all your wakeboarding essentials.
Auckland Same Day Delivery
Live in Auckland? Get your order today with our Urgent Tonight service.
Excludes surfboards. Surfboards travel separately by specialist freight and are priced differently at checkout.
Available Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays. Delivered between 6:00pm and 9:00pm the same day.
Check the zone map below and look for the Urgent Tonight banner on eligible products.
We can deliver Hyper Ride warehouse orders to PO Boxes using NZ Post. Supplier-direct PO Box delivery depends on the supplier's nominated courier and we may contact you for a physical street address if required. We do not deliver to Great Barrier Island or the Chatham Islands. Rural deliveries may take an extra 1–3 working days.
Where Your Order Ships From
Hyper Ride Warehouse
Products showing "In Stock – Ships from Hyper Warehouse" are stocked at our Auckland warehouse and are normally dispatched within 1 business day, unless a different timeframe is shown on the product listing, at checkout, or in your order confirmation.
Supplier / Logistics Warehouse
Products showing "Ships Direct from Supplier", "Ships from logistics warehouse" or similar wording are dispatched directly from one of our suppliers. These items are normally dispatched within 1 working day unless a different processing timeframe is displayed.
Specific Dispatch Timeframes
Some products require extra processing time. For example, "Logistics Warehouse – Allow approx. 2 working days before dispatch" or "Aus Stock – Dispatch in approx. 7–10 working days". Where a specific timeframe is displayed against an item, that timeframe applies.
Dispatch Time vs Delivery Time
Dispatch time is the time required for your item to leave the Hyper Ride warehouse or supplier warehouse. Courier delivery time begins after the item has been dispatched.
The dispatch timeframe shown against the individual product on the product page, at checkout, or in your order confirmation takes priority over the general timeframes on this page.
If your order contains products from more than one dispatch location, your items may be sent separately and arrive at different times. Each parcel may also have a different courier and tracking number.
Shipping Rates
| Category | Cost | Delivery | Items |
|---|---|---|---|
| Street Clothing & Footwear | $9.99 | 1–3 working days within New Zealand, plus 1–3 extra days for rural areas. | Street clothing and footwear. |
| Standard Nationwide | $14.99 | 2–3 working days within New Zealand, plus 1–3 extra days for rural areas. | Most standard-sized items. |
| Medium Items | $19.99 per item | Standard delivery timeframe applies. | Bodyboards, board bags, longboard skateboards, moto boots, and moto helmets. |
| Large Items | $29.99 per item | Standard delivery timeframe applies. | Snowboards, snowboard packages, kneeboards, wakeboards, water skis, and bikes. |
| XLarge Items | $29.99 per item | Standard delivery timeframe applies. | Inflatable stand-up paddle boards. |
Bulky Items
Surfboards, Roof Boxes & Large Bike Racks
These items require specialist transport and are sent using Bascik rather than our standard NZ Post service. Delivery can take up to 10 days depending on your location within New Zealand.
Surcharges
We recommend delivery to a non-rural town or workplace if you would like to avoid the rural surcharge.
Due to additional courier surcharges. You may prefer delivery to a friend or workplace in Auckland City.
Additional Information
Rural Delivery
Rural deliveries can take an additional 1–3 working days. Exact delivery times can vary depending on the local rural courier route and service frequency.
Signature Required
Orders are sent signature required by default. If you provide permission to leave in your shipping notes, the courier may leave the parcel without a signature where their service allows.
PO Box Delivery
Orders shipped from our Auckland warehouse via NZ Post can be delivered to PO Boxes. Supplier-direct PO Box delivery depends on the supplier's nominated courier. If required, we may contact you for a physical street address.
Shipping Days
Orders are not dispatched on weekends or public holidays. Working-day dispatch and delivery estimates exclude weekends and public holidays.
Order Changes
Once an order has been placed, we cannot guarantee cancellations or edits before dispatch. Contact us as soon as possible and we will help where we can.
Tracking
For orders shipped from our Auckland warehouse, NZ Post tracking is automatically emailed once the courier collects and scans your parcel. Supplier-direct tracking is not always supplied automatically, so please contact us if your expected dispatch timeframe has passed and you have not received tracking.
Tracking & Split Orders
Hyper Ride Warehouse Tracking
Hyper Ride warehouse orders are shipped using NZ Post. Tracking is automatically forwarded to you once NZ Post collects and scans the parcel. Tracking may not show movement until the first courier scan has taken place.
Supplier Tracking
Supplier-direct orders use the supplier's nominated courier. Tracking details are not always automatically forwarded to us or to the customer. If the dispatch timeframe shown against your product has passed, email us and we can request the tracking for you.
Orders From Multiple Locations
If your order contains products from the Hyper Ride warehouse and one or more supplier warehouses, the items may be dispatched separately and arrive on different days.
Different Couriers
Split orders may use different courier companies and have separate tracking numbers. Please check the dispatch information shown against each item in your order confirmation.
Support & Freight
Freight Companies
- NZ Post is used for standard orders dispatched from the Hyper Ride Auckland warehouse.
- Bascik is used for specialist bulky freight including surfboards, roof boxes and large bike racks.
- Urgent Couriers operates our Auckland Urgent Tonight same-day delivery service.
- Orders dispatched directly from a supplier are sent using the supplier's nominated courier.
- Supplier-direct tracking is not always sent automatically. If you need tracking after the expected dispatch timeframe has passed, please contact our customer service team.
Shipping to Australia?
For Australian shipping information, head to our dedicated Shipping AU page.
We currently offer standard shipping only for Australia. All Australian orders are first received at our Auckland HQ, where they are collated and processed for export before dispatch.
$29.99 shipping plus a 2% import fee. The fee may vary depending on the item.
Estimated delivery time is 4–6 business days from dispatch.
Orders do not ship same-day. Processing and export prep can take up to 3 business days.
There are currently no express shipping options available for Australia.
We do not ship surfboards or stand-up paddleboards to Australia. We also cannot deliver to post shops or PO Boxes — a residential or business street address is required.
Shipping Overview
| Shipping Type | Cost | Delivery | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia Standard Nationwide | $25 + 2% import fee | 4–6 business days from dispatch (estimate only). | Orders are first collated at our Auckland HQ and processed for export before dispatch. Rural and remote areas may take longer. |
How Australian Orders Work
Order Processing
Orders do not ship same-day. All Australian orders first arrive at our Auckland HQ warehouse, where they are collated and processed for export. This can take up to 3 business days before dispatch.
Multiple Items
If your order contains multiple items, we’ll collate them at our Auckland HQ and ship them together so your order arrives in full.
Remote Areas
Delivery to rural or remote parts of Australia, including WA, NT, and Far North QLD, may take longer than the standard 4–6 business day estimate.
Dispatch Schedule
Orders are dispatched Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm NZ time. Our daily processing cut-off is 3:00pm NZ time. Orders placed after this, on weekends, or on public holidays will be processed the next business day.
Tracking, Customs & Returns
Tracking Your Order
You’ll automatically receive a Team Global Express tracking link once your parcel leaves Auckland and is scanned into the carrier network.
Customs & Duty Charges
International orders may be subject to customs or import duties once they reach Australia. These charges are the responsibility of the recipient. Hyper Ride cannot control, predict, or waive these fees, and we cannot mark orders as gifts.
Returns from Australia
Returns from Australia are not free. For full returns information, including how to lodge a return, please visit our Returns page.
Need Help?
Customer Support
For help with Australian shipping, tracking, or returns, email ridesupport@hyperride.co.nz.
Quick Summary
- Standard shipping only for Australia.
- Orders are collated at Auckland HQ before export.
- Dispatch can take up to 3 business days.
- Delivery is estimated at 4–6 business days from dispatch.
- Remote areas may take longer.
