About Forward WIP – Innovation in Water Sports Protection

Forward WIP (Water Impact Protection) is a premier global brand dedicated to engineering high-performance protective gear for fast-moving water sports. Born out of the need for safety as water sports reached unprecedented speeds—from foiling, wing foiling, and kitesurfing to high-speed offshore sailing and SailGP—Forward WIP designs gear that protects without compromising mobility or performance.

With proprietary innovations like WIP Inside high-density shock absorption, WIP 3DS ergonomic mapping, and eco-conscious materials, Forward WIP offers a comprehensive range of helmets, 50N impact vests, technical neoprene, eyewear, and communication systems. Trusted by Olympic athletes, world champions, and passionate watersport riders worldwide, Forward WIP empowers enthusiasts to push their limits on the water with total confidence and safety.