I transitioned from windsurfing to e-foiling because I had reached a certain level in windsurfing and started to feel bored. Additionally, I grew tired of always waiting for ideal weather conditions with good wind to get out on the water. I anticipate feeling the same way about surfing eventually. What I appreciate about e-foiling is that it’s far less dependent on the weather.
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And what is the goal in starting a company? The goal of business is ofc money, but what is your goal?
Amidst progressing through prototypes, I think about the next phases.
Eventually a company consists of [ research > development > manufacturing > customer support > selling > marketing ].
At this stage of life I understand what excites me the most, choose to prioritize in the order listed above that occupation, limit and delegate other occupations.
I don’t think so. The tow boogie is less efficient, heavier, bulkier, and takes up more space both in the garage and the car. With the e-foil, I can ride for about 40 kilometers and over 2 hours non-stop, but the tow boogie will deliver much less on the same battery.
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I enjoy engineering and briefly considered starting a company but decided against it. My goal is to pursue something I’m passionate about while also earning a living.
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Enjoy your 30kg efoil, I’ll stick to my 6kg prone setup and Boogie.
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This response doesn’t quite meet the help I was asking for.
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So your reached a level or world champ? Because if you didn’t that statement makes no sense…
I’ve never ever heard a surfer say that they are bored of surfing.
On the the other hand, Efoiling on a flat lake becomes pretty mundane quickly. I know a large number of guys selling their efoils because they are tired of the setup time and faff that goes with it. I’ve even stopped using std efoils because the weight is just a pain to deal with.
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Improvements for you to consider.
Motor size: minimally effective wattage, motor, and battery size needed to stay on foil for 10 minutes while pumping at around 13mph after a dockstart. Smaller motor=cheaper parts for future kits.
Board shape: see sea plane hull design for optimization of shape for lift off rather than to plane. Make sure to eliminate all swing weight by aligning the COP of wing with the COG of the board with no foil on it.
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Actually, it makes sense because I can get bored, even without achieving world champion status.
Ask a former surfer; they might have a different view.
I understand the concern. I can reduce assembly time, and fortunately, I can bring my board fully assembled right to the lake. The weight isn’t an issue for me, especially since I can park right by the water. Compared to a large windsurfing board with a sail, it’s quite light and easy to handle, even if I need to carry it a short distance.
Thanks for the suggestion about the board’s shape; I’ll definitely consider it.
Yea i got bored of surfing, foiling has reinvigorated my love of waves though. There is so much development that has yet to happen for foiling and lot of improvements can be made. Do you want to share pics and details of your board, foil, etc and maybe we can make suggestions for progression.
@Pavel has a build thread he started that has details: Russian͏ - #12 by Pavel
@Pavel I think you sort of have two paths of “progress.” Progress in terms of building and making something different or progress in terms of actual foil riding experience. For the latter, I think finding a different Naish front wing or stabilizer might be interesting for you, the main challenge might be locating a suitable used wing. Or you could explore adapting different brand wings onto the Naish mast/fuselage.
Try some waves if you are bored. My inspiring friend Phil.
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Did you succeed to pump ?
get your self some waves, jetski or boat friends 
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Just unlocked my latest obsession: Auto Level system, let’s gooo! 
Ye, it is cool to do for sure
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Yeah, that’s been on my mind. Tried snagging a whole board, mast, and wing set from @Daniel2020, but got ghosted. 
Pretty sure his wing’s on the smaller side anyway.
Nah, haven’t tried it. Efoil’s where it’s at for me!
That’s gotta be most stupid - dangerous videos I’ve ever seen!!
Cut across the bow of a heavily laden tourist vessel underway and fall in - no chance of them avoiding you. I bet the captain of that boat was impressed about how much “fun” you were having.
Play chicken with a jet ski rider who doesn’t seem to care about safety either.
I can just read the news headline now. Government introduces new ban on efoils as they are considered dangerous!!
Just what our sport needs (sarcasm)
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