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Steve Follis
Registrace 11. 11. 2011
Work Hard - Play Harder
Superman dock start to stand up and pump away
Superman dock start to stand up and pump away
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Nearly there (pump foil “superman” to standing)
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Nearly there (pump foil “superman” to standing)
Pump foiling with Paul, using Pascal’s secret plank of wood - Corralejo Fuerteventura
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Pump foiling with Paul, using Pascal’s secret plank of wood - Corralejo Fuerteventura
North Mode Pro 5.5m - Mikes Lab 700 - Groove G-Race America - Fuerteventura Winging
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North Mode Pro 5.5m - Mikes Lab 700 - Groove G-Race America - Fuerteventura Winging
North Mode Pro 6.8m - Mikes Lab 700 - Groove G-Race America
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North Mode Pro 6.8m - Mikes Lab 700 - Groove G-Race America
North Loft PRO 7.0m - (Richard enjoying his new toy)
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North Loft PRO 7.0m - (Richard enjoying his new toy)
Pump Foil - Sabfoil 1350 - Groove 100
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Pump Foil - Sabfoil 1350 - Groove 100
Pump Foil - Riemer See 🇩🇪 - Sabfoil 1350
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Pump Foil - Riemer See 🇩🇪 - Sabfoil 1350
Axis Downwind board with Axis 1300 vs Groove pump board with Sabfoil 1350
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Axis Downwind board with Axis 1300 vs Groove pump board with Sabfoil 1350
Mikes Lab 540 - accompanied by Harry on the Guitar (sorry no video…next time)
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Mikes Lab 540 - accompanied by Harry on the Guitar (sorry no video…next time)
North Mode 5.5m, Mikes Lab 1300, Groove G-Fuerte (amazing freeride wing foil setup)
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North Mode 5.5m, Mikes Lab 1300, Groove G-Fuerte (amazing freeride wing foil setup)
Best Pump Foil - Sabfoil 1350 Leviathan - magic carpet ride #Liverpool #Wirral
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Best Pump Foil - Sabfoil 1350 Leviathan - magic carpet ride #Liverpool #Wirral
North Mode 7m + Sabfoil 1350/425 (8 knots of wind)
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North Mode 7m Sabfoil 1350/425 (8 knots of wind)
Light wind winging - Maldives - North Mode 7m, Sabfoil 1350/425, Groovekiteboard, 7-8 knots wind
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Light wind winging - Maldives - North Mode 7m, Sabfoil 1350/425, Groovekiteboard, 7-8 knots wind
Dock start - Pump foil - Maldives - #Groovekiteboard #sabfoil 1350
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Dock start - Pump foil - Maldives - #Groovekiteboard #sabfoil 1350
Waiting for the wind to kick in - Pump Foil Maldives ❤️
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Waiting for the wind to kick in - Pump Foil Maldives ❤️
Dock start pump foiling fun with the monkey swing 🐵
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Dock start pump foiling fun with the monkey swing 🐵
Northern Kites - Derby Pool Kite Foiling - drone footage by Geoff Fousert
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Northern Kites - Derby Pool Kite Foiling - drone footage by Geoff Fousert
North Mode 5.5m. Pulling some G’s while tacking tight
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North Mode 5.5m. Pulling some G’s while tacking tight
North Mode 7m in 7kts with Sabfoil Leviathan 1350
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North Mode 7m in 7kts with Sabfoil Leviathan 1350
Hello, which fuselage do you use for winging the 1350 with 425 stab? At the moment i have the 1350 with the 370 and 663 fuselage, but it is not so good for winging. I think the stab is the problem maybe i should try the 425? Thank you😁
@@Foilracer F703. When I wing with it I need to use a 425 as the 399 or 370 are too small and I do nor have enough front foot pressure when going fast
@@stevefollis9454 I have this exact feeling. Did some further research and the 430 should be the best for low wind winging :) The 370 is way too small for winging.
How are you finding the 700 in surf? Have you ridden overhead conditions with this foil? Thanks
@@donnelnunes when I have used it in waves, they have only been 1.5m so not so big compared to what some guys ride. What can say is that it is as playful as you want, yet fast enough to get you out of trouble if you need to. Yesterday I used it for kite foiling and it was also awesome for this too. If o want to slow things down when winging I use the ML 1300, which is a great combo with the ML 700
@@stevefollis9454thanks for prompt reply, is it also fast enough for racing? Really appreciate your input!
@@donnelnunesabsolutely, I’m sure I will choose it more often vs my ML 540 as our wind varies too much over a 2hr period so using the 700 will ensure I can get back up on the foil easily. Next week end I will do 3 days of racing so will let you know what I end up using and how I get on
The Sabfoil quick release system fixes a problem that didnt exist. Removing 4 bolts is not that onerous given the enormous mechanical advantage. The QR system is just contrary to what is mechanically superior (and the weight and the overly complex manufacturing). Until sabfoil stop using the system I wont use their mast.
@@ryodeo1341 this is also why I don’t use sabfoil anymore except for my Pumpfoil setup as the 1350 foil is ace
Hey Steve, would you say that a ultralight v1 makes a big difference on a 5m? (I already have a 9m hyperlink v2, I am considering for a 5m for snowkiting and foiling as well)
@@erbesnard ultralight v1 vs what?
@@stevefollis9454 Sorry v1 UL vs v1 normal.
@@erbesnard definitely there v1 ultralight has all round better performance (even in a 5m size). However I doubt you will find many that are still in good condition for their age, so would lead towards a v3. If a v3 isn’t an option then still go for a v1 ultralight. I think I may know someone with a few Hyperlinks for sale. Send me a message via messenger and I’ll put you in contact with him
better than the mode pro?
Not sure how to define better, but here is a basic summary: Positives: 1: way better visibility (insane), when you go back to a standard wing it feels like your riding blind. 2: slightly lighter in weight 3: better valve inflation system 4: less prone to punchers from the handles when folding (this has happened to quite a few people I know who have north). With the Aqueous you roll it up 5: boom in my opinion is better than handles. 6: does not absorb water 7: possibly points slightly higher into wind 8: no sign of bagging out, but to be honest the mode pro is minimum vs other wing types 9: most stable wing I’ve ever used 10: bigger wind range (amazing power output/pump). Questionable: 1: max speed (seems the same for me) 2: roll up for air traveling (1.25m for the 4.5m and 1.55m long for the 6m). 3: over time may need to clean monofilm to avoid cloudiness (6 months in, no issues for me and never washed them yet). 4:windsurfing feel (I love this crinkle sound) 5: North wrist leash is better (light weight) 6:….. can’t really think of any more, I can’t see anyone being disappointed, they just work and are probably better than average in all areas of performance.
Crazy jumps on flat water 🔥
Woah. I'm trying to understand that first jibe here. It looks like you're stepping your back foot up next to the front foot, holding, then stepping the other foot back. If right, how is it the board isn't going down nose first? Great job no matter the reason. I've never seen this before
Your observation is 100% correct. It’s a technique I’ve carried over from Kitefoiling. If you watch any kitefoil racing Gybes you will see that you step forward into the second strap before down looping the kite and removing the original front foot into the rear strap. Obviously, it’s a bit easier with the kite as you have more lift. However, if you bear off very fast and hold the wing a little higher than normal, increased lift from both the foil and wing are achieved. In fact, I can ride >50m with both feet in the front foot straps. I’ll try to post a video of this one day.
@@stevefollis9454 50m? That's hard to imagine. Ok, I see you're slowly raising your wing as you step the second foot forward as you glide. Which foil are you using here? I imagine it would need to be pretty HA. As an aside, I have watched one million winging videos here and I can tell you no one is doing this. I have never seen anyone ride any distance with both feet forward on a wing foil board. It's a great move I think many would find of interest. Please do this video!
@@Fjordjumper I was out on my ML 540cm foil today and decided to see if I could ride with both feet in the front straps. I was quite surprised how long I could go. With my ML 1300, I can go much much further (will share a video of that sometime else (hopefully when the sun is shining) czcams.com/users/shortsriM3psiG0uc?si=RYddnnqfKPgE6cB9
@@stevefollis9454 Haaaa. Love it! What exactly are you paying attention to in trying to maintain the balance?
@@Fjordjumper not quite sure what I’m thinking (next time I’ll try to remember). I suppose I’m just trying to keep the board flat and fast, feathering the wing to feel maximum lift through the harness (yes I’m hooked in, as too whenever I jump!).
Now that’s impressive!
🙏, Not easy at all! Hopefully I find more time to practice and make it look effortless 😉
Super Video! So smooth.. I saw you ride the old and the new Mode as well the Loft. Can you recommend the mode 6.8 for lower winds 10-18knots also for a 70kg rider in a more beginner stage or would you say Loft and/or e.g. Nova is way easier to handle? I liked the mode to be lightweight but i am not sure if it is much less lift.. Thanks in advance! 🤙🏼
Get the mode pro, you won’t be disappointed. Having said that, if you are buying new, then consider the 6m Aqueous which I now use instead of the 6.8m North.
Hey - thanks for the answer! I really appreciate! Never heard about Aqueous before - looks amazing 😮 - but for now I have to save some money and there are good offers for the Mode on the market.. Thanks a lot for your recommendations and I am looking forward to see some new videos on your channel! 🤙🏼🤙🏼
Thanks for all the information you are providing. It is helping to chose my new Foil for the Top End. I have the 633 and wanted to improve my high end and a friend offered me the W718 with its fuselage which is supposed to be the same as the 720 for the mast I have. For a start, I will be using the S483 wich I use with my w633. I weight 88 kg. I have the Railed SabFoil T65 Board. Cheers
My favourite Sab foil for kiting was the 670 and 799 for wing foiling. Now I mainly use Milkes Lab’s which are in a totally different league
it does not fit even when you remove all the spaces. you need special DIY distance plate do reach the pin.
How do you find it to pump once youve lost your wake speed boost? It is pretty low on area
I could manage 45 seconds pumping off the foil. It has ~1200cm2 so not so big, but felt great on the wake and was told it is also great for winging. I still find the best pump foil/dock start foil for me is the Sabfoil 1350 ~1900cm2 and have done 7mins flat water pumping on it.
@@stevefollis9454 impressive. Yes i have the 960 for winging and waves but havent been able to get it going off the dock yet (im not the best at running starts). I can get the larger axis PNG 1010 and 1150 going for a min and catch wakes. The spitfire would be unreal on the wakes if i could get it going!
@@powis-tv8ln I would say it’s not suitable to dock start, unless you could run with it super fast 🥵 but behind the boat it was lots of fun 🤙
Oh my that looks brilliant fun! Top job!
I was a great day on the golden pond
What foil are you using and how far can you go.
7 mins max ~1.3km, typical distance 700m/4mins (Sab foil 1350/399) (sabfoil P73 Mast) Groove 100cm pump board
Waves are a popular form of propulsion, worldwide. You should look into them.
I've never pump-foiled, but I do surf. Try putting your hands back as close to your hips as possible for your pop-up, instead of doing it like a push up. Practice on the ground so you can get your feet underneath you, so you don’t have to use your knees. I think that will get you there.
Thanks for the tip, today I managed 2 standups after lying down. It’s still necessary to place one knee down on the board, but moving the hands further back did help 🤙
very close it will be soon
💞Wow🧡🧡💙💙💙💙🧡💙
Saw you do a a massive one today! I’m sure it was a fair bit bigger than any of these!
Yeah, as always the big ones are always off camera 🤷♂️
Never heard of these wings before until seeing your video. Are you pleased with the performance? Do you think the monofilm canopy will last better?
Tell us about this wing?
to which other wing could you compare it? my feeling is that it comparable to Dlab but 30% cheaper
Cant wait until you get the 1401 dialed. I have the 1150 and short red fuse setup and want to expand me quiver.. really interested in the 1401artpro or 1300png for light wind, paddle ups etc. Are you using the red short advanced?
Brett, in the video I was on the Sabfoil gear, Alan from SUP North was on the Axis, you would be better asking him.
@@stevefollis9454 So weird.. I typed this up for another video from Foiling NZ.. but some reason it posted here. Not sure if i've gone crazy or there was a glitch or something😅
Very nice. How much wind? What size of board is that?
Please show the waterstart, it's the hardest part of lightwind!
When did board shapers decide long boards with long tails were fasionable again? What happened to long tails having too much drag when paddling and pumping onto foil? I was told long foil boards have too much wetted surface area and make it difficult to pop off the water?
I’m not sure I would say that are “fashionable”, the people who have them confirm they can release off the water much easier than a shorter wider board. They are typically used for down wind foiling (not what you see the video). The problem with long boards is that they don’t pump as nice vs a shorter board. Also the extra swing weight isn’t everyone’s cup of tea either.
Length is speed, you will have less drag than with wide boards. These shape of boards will also be more common in short length boards because they recover and start earlier planing. Swing weight? That’s not a problem.
Hi Steve Loved this test that you performed here! And as I'm encountering huge (and sudden) spin-outs when riding in straight-line, since I swapped from the Medusa to the Medusa Pro, I have the strong feeling it might be related to this subject. If you have time, could you perform a variation on your test? I'd be interested to see how much the mast would bend (if any) forward or backward, when just using the 1-pin connector. So attach the QR mastplate to the wall 90 degrees rotated as compared to what you just showed and then perform the same tests... I'm curious!
Cool vid, but Brrrrrrrrrrrrr!!! man Great incentive not to fall.
Sweet edit! and great location/conditions. I love the Mikeslab 700 it does everything well and it has very good low end .
Could you please share your opinion on foot straps positions🙏 since the beginning I was learning with from Y foot straps and get used to them. I want to try some small jumps and need to get used to the back foot strap. My stance I can stance is pretty narrow, maybe shoulder width. Should foot straps position be the same or it’s better to have back foot strap right after my non-foot strap position? I put it right after my usual position, but feels a bit strange 😅to wide stance, or wide stance is good for speed and jumps?
Ah man those mikes lab foil looks sweet. Any comparison with some of the sabfoil you have used in the past?
I saw you feel the 800 is a better all-round foil than the 700 but more of your videos you are riding the 700. Can I ask how heavy you are?@@stevefollis9454
Looks cool! Where in Fuerte is this?
Corralejo
what for a foil do you use
What when conditions do use with the 700 versus the 800. Do you find them very different foils
What is your wind range for 6.8? What board is this ? Can you share a link on it please 🙏
Wind range is 8kts - 22kts depending on your foil choice. With my middle size foil (ML 800) I would use the 6.8 from 12kt - 16kts before thinking of dropping to the 5.5m. The board is made by Groove Kiteboards (fly Groove). It is called the G-Race America 75L. They also do an 85L version too. Their website is not up to date, so message them directly for more info or you can DM me too. The board is available with tracks or Tuttle or both and colour scheme of your choice. www.groovekiteboards.it/ fb.watch/nTrFvq0hta/ instagram.com/groovekiteboard?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Great video! How does the 6.8m compare to last year's 7.0?
Hi, how does the North Loft Pro in 8m compare to the Cabrinha 8m Vision? Which one get you faster on the foil with less Wind ( heavy rider 110KG)? Thanks :)
@@stevefollis9454thanks! I have a board with 138L and a big 2200 frontwing. So that should work. Nice Videos btw thanks!🙂
Is that a Groove skate?
sehr nice...
Great footage! What size foil under your board?
800 Mikes Lab Foil on a 75cm Mast
The feeling of a big hole in your bank account 😂
@@stevefollis9454 🥶 what do you do for a living?
What is your feelings compared to previous Mode 7m?
Great content thanks 🤙
If it feels too high when it's glassy, then it's just right.
The water was so glossy it was hard to judge the mast height
ML1300 ?
@@user-zi7rf5oy1i no, but hear it is very good, I assume it’s a bit faster than the 800 but not as quick as my 540. Probably a very good foil to choose if you were to only have one ML
Amazing! And what is your weight?
70kg
Update - Mackite, the distributor that I bought from, agreed with my concern and credited me for the aluminum one and offered me a discount on a carbon replacement. That is a fair deal. As a customer I expect things to work and that they have a design team that is going after the same goal. I contacted the US rep... this was his reply: "Greg Thanks for your comments and your support of SABfoil. That video you sent was very good at explaining the situation. I think I understand your point of view. If I had two mast plates, I, too, would want them to perform reasonably the same way and be 100% interchangeable with almost no effort. The designers did not do it exactly that way. We can offer ideas, but we have very little control of the designer's goals and objectives after the fact. I think it may be an evolving process. You can certainly email the company as well with your ideas for improvement. I think the good news is we have a very good stock of each plate adapter version. Today we have Q30 P02K and Q26 CPO2K. So pick one, and hopefully, your objective will be met. We are not pushing for one version or the other. We stock both. Perhaps having two alum or two carbon adaptors of the same vintage will be the ticket to reducing the change over variables and compatibility you seek. I also know the factory makes changes for various reasons. The carbon plate was introduced as a slightly higher price and might be a better, lighter design. I am not sure, but I do know the raw material skyrocketed for this type/ quality of aluminum to make this plate version. It is no longer in production as the bulk price of alum/ raw goods recently skyrocketed, making it more expensive to produce the more expensive carbon version. Crazy. I would not want to be the manufacturer with all those variables and market manipulation of raw goods. That video you sent was very good at explaining the situation." not exactly standing behind the product. At least Mackite did the right thing. Kudos to them. I don't intend on trying to contact the design team in Italy to give them my "ideas for improvement" as is recommended in the email. Ballz and the crew should be doing this...
I wish I would have seen this video before I bought the aluminum after having the carbon. I purchased a complete carbon Kraken foil system with the carbon plate. I wanted to be able to quickly swap this out between two boards. I purchased the aluminum Kraken base for my second board because I wasn't worried as much about weight or strength. To my major disappointment, these two mast bases are not compatible. Why aren't these the same?? These components are CNC milled to a specification. Why would the company make these mast bases incompatible or least provide the consumer with a very obvious warning. They could easily make these compatible. Why aren't they doing this? The only thing that I can think of is that Sabfoil wants to force people to get the carbon base. This is a very bad decision when they're competing against other manufacturers. I've written to the US sales rep to find out if they have a plan to turn this problem around.
I was in the same position as you and had to virtually give my aluminum plate away. The bigger problem I have is that there is too much play in the kraken connection to mast when using just the quick release pin. I now have my mast and base permanently screwed together using 2 screws through the base of the mast plate and the quick release pin. Therefore, it is no longer a quick release system and the kraken concept isn't something I can use. Watch this video on the rigidity issue: czcams.com/video/fEtq2JNsp14/video.html
@@stevefollis9454 Fortunately, I managed to figure that one out and it works pretty well... There's a fine line for stacking the utlra thin washers to get the single pin to work properly.
great shots nice fly :) what is your kg?
Which resort is this? Looking amazing.
Sun Siyam Olhuveli, but hear their sister island further South is better for wind (Sun Siyam Vilu Reef). You will see in my other videos that pump foil was also great at Sun Siyam Olhuveli