The Rise of Foiling: A Revolution on the Water
If you have never heard of foiling or seen it before, you are not alone. But the chances are that with the current growth of this activity, you soon will.
Foils create lift and are used underneath many watercraft, including surfboards, SUPs, kiteboards, windsurfers and yachts. Many will have seen the last America's Cup with the foiling catamarans reaching speeds close to 50 knots.
How Does a Foil Work?
Once the foil starts moving forwards it begins to create lift. Depending on factors such as the size and shape of the foil, the weight on top, the sea state, etc., at a certain speed, the board will begin to lift out of the water. Once this happens, the drag drastically reduces and along with it most of the noise. The result is an incredibly quiet and smooth ride above the water.
Towing a Foiling SUP with a Small Inflatable Boat
So you no longer need a big boat with a big engine to tow someone around. A small True Kit inflatable can be an ideal platform for towing a foiling SUP around. You can get the person foiling above the water as slow as around 8 knots and can even do it with a very small outboard like a 5hp!
Setting Up Your True Kit for Towing
If you want to tow something like a foiling SUP behind your True Kit, you will need to add 2 towing eyes on either side of the outboard and make up a small bridle that allows the towline to sit behind the outboard. We offer this service when you get your boat from us.
Our Professional Installation Includes:
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Marine-Grade Hardware: We use high-quality 316 stainless steel eyebolts.
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Expert Sealing: All fittings are sealed using Sikaflex Marine 291 for a watertight finish.
Make the most of your fun time in your True Kit and have a foiling experience.
Watch this video: Foiling Behind True Kit Discovery
Suggested Reading:
How to Fit a Permatrim Performance Foil to Your Outboard Engine
