nothing2seehere wrote: ↑Tue Jul 07, 2020 9:49 am
you didn't get the same range of operating speed out of the design in comparison to the best foils of the traditional design.
I think it was similar to the other foils with flat CNC G10 wings I have ridden in terms of range e.g. Stringy and LF. Stall speed was a little higher than a similar sized carbon foil. Drag was felt a little more but not a limit to fun. Top speed on easy cruising a little less.
I think the biggest limit is development compared to the refinement and number of wing combinations compared to say Moses Lift or Ketos. I bet the performance would be similar with a better mast profile and a better shaped wing.
My favorite thing about it was less likely to kick it as a beginner.
IIRC with XL wings it was pitch stable and really maneuverable in roll and yaw. I think that may be the relatively low aspect wing and totally flat wing and stab. I did not experience a big front foot rear foot difference on turning to a traditional design.
I found it was sensitive to accidental ventilation of the canard, resulting in hard crashes if riding high and careless through chop or on a wave.
It’s a fine foil to get started and I would pick one up if the price was right but would not seek one out over a different Alu G10 foil. I did find it fun to ride but could not be bothered with it since riding my current setup.