Kite Foil Technos
Two technologies are offered: The inflatable is perfect to reduce the size to its maximum, ultra simple to store, transport, and use. Ultra resistant and really safe in case of fall. The FSP 2X technology is the perfect mix between weight and strength.
ICS TECHNOLOGY – Inflatable & Carbon Synthesis
The carbon plate located under the hull, is solidly glued under the inflatable structure, is a real revolution that makes all the difference. This part, composed of 1.9 kg of pure prepreg carbon and two foam stringers, is a jewel of composite know-how. By its design, it brings precisely what is needed in terms of mechanics to be as rigid as a classic board, without increasing the total weight.
In kite foil, the HIPE is just great, difficult to find faults on the water as it is so close to a rigid board, with the advantages of inflatability (especially in the falls).
The advantages of inflatable technology
- Woven Drop Stitch technology double layer welded.
- Air pressure: 15 to 20 psi.
- Transport: the board fits in a bag.
- Practical: inflates in 2 minutes.
- Aesthetics: The result is very beautiful.
- Strong: great resistance to mistreatment.
- Durable: 100% repairable.
The performances of carbon
- ICS Full carbon prepreg plate.
- High density foam stringers to limit flex and weight.
- US rails machined directly from carbon: incredible performance.
- Unmatched rigidity on the market.
- Unparalleled dynamism and responsiveness.
- A foil + inflatable set without any loss of sensations!
An innovative board thought out in the last detail
- PVC reinforcement under the plate to protect the board with an extra layer.
- PVC reinforcement on the plate to protect the carbon and the glue from the heat, and distribute the forces as far away as possible on the plate to avoid detachment.
- Non-open brass inserts to screw the foil without any risk of damaging the board.
- The 3 foot straps and the screws are offered with the board.
The shape of our carbon plate is the result of advanced engineering to combine low weight and incredible mechanical performance.
The rectangular outline ensures that the heels are always vertical to the plate, and therefore block longitudinal, lateral flexions and twist.
To optimize the weight, the glide and the management of these flexions, our plate has a unique 3D volume:
- A beam at the axis prevents any bending.
- A very smooth drop in volume towards the front reduces the thickness and therefore the weight, while retaining the necessary mechanics to support the pressures of the front heel.
- At the back, the drop in volume is more brutal to recover the verticality which will support the beam effect of the plate even more.
- The whole is “fluidized” according to a hydrodynamic study of the flows which also promotes speed in contact with water, which is valuable before flying but also to avoid a big loss of speed when touching the water surface
FSP 2X Technology
These boards are equipped with an innovative technology called FSP 2X for the best compromise weight / strength / performance of the market.
The contribution of a biaxial fiber strengthens the board enormously and the PVC forms a hydrophobic shell of 3 mm on the whole board. This PVC sandwich offers the best dynamism while preserving the solidity, at an incredible weight.
By designing a new finishing technique, as close as possible to our prototypes made in our French factory, we managed to save weight. We work with tinted resins to avoid painting the board unnecessarily. Dyed in the mass, your board gains in nobility and durability.
- 3D Shape on modeling software.
- Preshape by the numerical control for total reliability.
- Shape control by traditional templates, finishing of the last mm 100% by hand.
- 100% Epoxy Board and EPS Blank Foam: solid and lightweight.
- Deck, hull and rails in PVC Vacuumed Sandwich: incomparable strength and incredible dynamism.
- Deck: integral PVC/Fiberglass Sandwich composed of a high-density PVC foam core and 2 layers of 4oz fiberglass and 1 layer of 6oz Biaxial fiberglass, fiberglass reinforcements on sensitive areas.
- Hull: integral PVC/Fiberglass Sandwich composed of a high-density PVC foam core and 2 layers of 4oz fiberglass and 1 layer of 6oz Biaxial fiberglass, fiberglass reinforcements on the sensitive areas.
- Specific Foil reinforcements: high-density PVC block housing the two US Rail Boxes. Three layers of carbon cover the Boxes. Laminated PVC slats connect the reinforcement to the deck for maximum durability.
- Rails: the PVC Sandwich structure completely covers the rails: increased structural strength, very good shock resistance.
- Hot Coat integrated Tinted Resin: nobility of the process, weight reduction and solidity of the finish.
- Matt custom finish, hand-made, for weight reduction and better glide.