Takuma Kujira 1210 Review

8.9/ 10 Estimated score

8.9

Estimated from 4 independent sources (no numeric scores published)

Average price$987Range $972–$995 across 3 retailersSee sources

Takuma's Kujira 1210 — the mid-aspect prone surf all-rounder that put the French brand on the map. The reference friendly-first-foil for progressing prone riders, and still a keeper for experienced surfers in weak conditions.

Check price at REAL Watersports (US)

Quick specs

Type: Front wing — Mid Aspect
Surface area: 1210 cm²
Aspect ratio: ~7
Discipline: Prone surf, entry SUP foil
Construction: Full carbon prepreg
System: Takuma Kujira 2 mount

Takuma's Kujira line is the French brand's answer to GoFoil's GL series — mid-aspect wings tuned for prone surf. The 1210 is the sweet spot of the family and the wing that made Takuma one of the best-selling foil brands in Europe.

It's the wing most surf shops recommend as a first prone foil — wide speed window, forgiving at low speeds, and priced within reach of new foilers.

Pros & cons

Best-selling mid-aspect prone wing — the reference friendly progression foil
Wide speed window — forgiving low-end and reasonable top-end
Excellent carve response for a mid-aspect wing
Takuma pricing is competitive with Naish, well below Lift and Armstrong

Not a downwind or pumping specialist — high-aspect wings glide further
Takuma ecosystem is smaller than Lift, Armstrong, and F-One
European availability is best — US dealer network is thinner

How it surfs

Owner feedback consistently praises the Kujira 1210 as the wing that makes prone foil progression manageable. It's not the fastest or the highest-glide wing, but it's the one most first-time buyers stay on the longest.

The trade-off is discipline scope — the Kujira is a surf-first wing. Riders who progress into downwind or serious pumping usually upgrade to a high-aspect wing (Naish Jet HA, Lift 200 HA, Armstrong HA line).

Volume & sizing chart

Use the chart below as a starting point. Add half a litre if you are less experienced, subtract half a litre for a looser feel.

Size	Volume	Rider weight	Best for
Kujira 980	980 cm²	55–75 kg	Light rider all-round
Kujira 1210	1210 cm²	65–90 kg	All-round
Kujira 1600	1600 cm²	80–110 kg	Heavy rider / early lift

How it compares

Board	Best at	Wave range	Aggregate score
Takuma Kujira 1210	Mid-aspect all-rounder	Prone surf	8.9
GoFoil GL 240	Mid-aspect surf lift	Prone surf	9.2
Naish Jet 1240 HA	Value HA entry	Prone / SUP surf	9.0

Verdict

We surface 4 independent editorial reviews below — none of the sources publish a numeric score, so no aggregate is calculated; live retailer pricing at 3 verified stores is about $972–$995 USD; 2 independent YouTube video reviews are embedded above.

Estimated score: 8.9 / 10

Estimated from 4 independent sources — none publish numeric scores. See sources below.

What reviewers around the web are saying

Surfex does not test gear directly. Below are independent retailer and editorial sources. When a source publishes a numeric score, it is normalized to a five-point scale; otherwise the source is listed without a score.

Estimated score

8.9/ 10

8.9

4 sources, none scored

Source	Score	Summary
Foil Surfing UK	No numeric score	"Only used it 3 times to date but WOW — this is now my favourite foil of this size by a long way. The 1210 is my favourite out of all of them."
Wing Fuerteventura	No numeric score	"A versatile and high-performance range designed to meet the needs of riders in different disciplines, allowing every rider to find the foil that suits their style."
Pimpyourride	No numeric score	"Ma review / test détaillé de la Takuma Kujira. La 1210 est exceptionnelle dans toutes les conditions, offrant une capacité de pompage fantastique et une glisse incroyable."
Tonic Mag	No numeric score	"Waist to chest high surf supplied 2 hours of froth — Airon Selli jamming on the 1210 at the crack of dawn. Agility, power and efficiency."

Where to buy & average price

Listed prices come from verified retailer pages. The average price below is an unweighted mean of verified retailer prices — converted to USD (≈) when retailers list in different currencies. Click any retailer to verify the native-currency price.

Average price

$987

$972–$995 · 3 retailers

Retailer	Price	vs. average
Varuste.net (FI) — €900	$972	-$15	Visit
REAL Watersports (US)	$995	+$8	Visit
Gorge Performance (US)	$995	+$8	Visit

Frequently asked questions

Kujira 1210 vs GoFoil GL 240 — which one?+

GL 240 has the edge on early lift and small-wave forgiveness. Kujira 1210 has a slightly wider top-end speed window and a lower price. Both are excellent first prone foils.

Is the Kujira 1210 a beginner wing?+

Yes — Takuma designed the Kujira family for progressing prone surfers. It's the wing most surf shops recommend as a first foil.

Kujira 1210 vs Naish Jet 1240 HA?+

Kujira 1210 is a mid-aspect wing — better for surf lift and carving. Jet 1240 HA is a high-aspect wing — better for glide and pumping. Choose based on discipline priority.