2024 North Mode Pro Wing

The 2024 North Mode Pro Wing is North's speed-oriented inflatable wing, built for riders who prioritize upwind efficiency and powered-up performance. It evolves from the original Mode V1 platform with material upgrades rather than a ground-up redesign. North refined the airframe using N-Weave 45, a high-tensile woven fiber with a 45-degree cross-hatch pattern and an X-Ply backer on the interior. This construction reduces torsional flex and produces a stiffer, more responsive frame compared to the first-generation N-Weave. The canopy uses North's Matrix stretch-resistant material, which pairs with the rigid airframe to maintain a consistent profile under load. Carbon GripLock rigid handles round out the build, offering direct feedback and a gybe-friendly window position.

• Available sizes: 3.5m, 4.2m, 4.8m, 5.5m, 6.8m
• Airframe material: N-Weave 45 (X-Ply reinforced woven fiber)
• Canopy material: Matrix N-HTRS stretch-resistant ripstop
• Handles: Carbon GripLock rigid micro-trim
• Inflation pressure: 7 PSI (leading edge and strut)
• Valve type: Boston-style with large dump valve and optional isolated inflation
• Included accessories: Wrist wing leash, bag, compression strap, repair kit

The Mode Pro suits intermediate-to-advanced riders who value speed, upwind angle, and a wide usable wind range over pure low-end float. Its stiff frame rewards an active riding style and responds well to pumping, making it effective for racing-minded foilers, bump-and-jump sessions, and riders who like to stay powered through gusts. The 5.5m and 6.8m sizes carry more dihedral and foil section for improved low-end grunt in lighter air, while the 3.5m through 4.8m sizes are tuned for stronger conditions where control and stability matter most.

Riders stepping up from a beginner-friendly wing will notice the Mode Pro's emphasis on forward drive over easy handling. It is not a dedicated learning wing, but its broad power band can make it a practical one-wing option for experienced foilers who encounter variable conditions.

Within North's 2024 wing range, the Mode Pro sits as the high-performance all-rounder. The Nova Pro occupies a more freeride-friendly position with easier handling characteristics, while the Loft Pro is North's dedicated light-wind specialist built for sub-12-knot sessions. North also offers the Mode Ultra, which applies lighter construction methods to the Mode platform for weight-sensitive riders. The Mode Pro balances durability and stiffness between these options, making it the go-to pick for riders focused on VMG and powered riding without going to an ultralight build.

The 2024 generation added the 4.8m size to fill a gap in the middle of the range and replaced the previous 7.0m with a 6.8m. Competing wings in the same performance tier include options from Duotone, F-One, and Ensis that target upwind speed, though the Mode Pro's N-Weave 45 airframe gives it a distinctive rigid feel that sets it apart from canopy-flex-heavy designs.