Chapter 7. Hydrofoils

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Wand
Main Flap Control

I will not attempt to build my own because these are critical bits of equipment, that are very hard to build accurately. I will buy these from a Moth builder.

In the end I have a Fastracraft main foil from 2007 and a Aardvark rudder with a self made rudder stock. If you are thinking of getting foils shop around for your best option.

Wand

Figure 7-1. Wand on Prowler

Figure 7-2. Wand on M1

Figure 7-3. Wand on M2

Figure 7-4. Wand on M2

I experiments with flexible wands on my old boat and it was a waste of time. The control you get from a stiff wand is best.