Foil care and repair notes
Practical notes on checking, caring for and repairing carbon hydrofoils, from the bench where we fix them.
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How to check your foil for damage after a session
A simple after-session foil check: wings, tips, edges, mast, fuselage, bolts and corrosion. Learn what is cosmetic, what is a red flag and when to stop riding.
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Foil care: how to prevent scratches and corrosion
Simple foil care habits that prevent scratches and corrosion: rinse and dry, grease the threads, keep sand out, use covers, pack well and avoid the heat.
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Carbon foil repair: scratches, chips and cracks explained
Which carbon foil damage can be repaired? Scratches, chipped tips and cracks compared, why a cracked mast is replaced, and why to check your warranty first.
Send us a photo of the damage
A close-up of the damage, one shot of the whole part, plus the brand and model. We'll tell you what it takes.