Foiling comes with a unique set of challenges, risks and
danger above and beyond those inherent to the sport
of kiteboarding. Know your limits, know your gear, know
the conditions and use extra caution to keep yourselves
and others safe in the water. Here are a few basic safety
precautions we recommend taking.
1.
The use of a helmet and wetsuit are highly
recommended, especially when learning, to help protect
yourself from impacts with your board and foil.
2. Check all foil screws and components before every
session to ensure all connections are tight and
components are in proper working order.
3. Use extreme caution when foiling near other people or
objects. Give yourself and others a wide berth.
4. Do not foil in shallow water.
5. Pay extra attention to wind and water conditions;
always air on the side of caution.
6. Be aware that your foil will carry speed and drift on its
own faster and farther than a regular board.
SAFETY
MAINTENANCE
It is imperative to clean and lubricate your foil regularly,
especially after use in salt water. This is true for all of
your gear, but especially for your foil. Following these
simple steps on a regular basis will minimize corrosion and
prevent the components of your foil from fusing together.
1.
Coat all bolt hardware with Lanolin oil
or marine-grade
grease
and wrap with Teflon tape before assembling
your foil.
2. Rinse your foil well after EVERY exposure to
salt water.
3. Regularly disassemble, clean and inspect
all components.
4. Regularly lubricate foil components and hardware
at all connection points. Use a general marine-grade
grease or Lanolin oil. Lubricate where components
come together to help prevent wear and corrosion.
5. Ensure all hardware is screwed firmly in place
before each use.
6. Be careful when handling your foil and use your
protective foil bag whenever possible.
