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Old 07-07-2013, 06:55 PM   #6
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Preface: I DO Know what a "Hydro-Foil" is and how it works. Just watched the video again. The Foil Sailer seems to have a "String.. OR.. Cord" thingy trailing from under the bow with a weight at the end...bouncing off the waves. WHAT is it's function....??

I consider myself an EXPERT on sailing..... over 40 years experience. Other than an understanding of the "HYDRO-FOIL" concept..I have NO IDEA what is going on here.... NB
NB, they typically have a device skimming the surface that adjusts the foil's angle of attack so that the boat is lifted to a predetermined height without having the foil breech the water. Google hydrofoil sail boats and there is much info out there.
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