Falcon_Foil D/LAB

IMAGINE THE MOST COMPETITIVE FOIL BOARD SHAPES NOW IN A 100% FULL CUSTOM CONSTRUCTION!

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AN UNBEATABLE PACKAGE: FULL CUSTOM CNC TECHNOLOGY COMBINED WITH A RACE WINNING SHAPE!

Over the last 3 years Dani Aeberli (product manager boards) and Vasin Siritho (implementation + QC manager boards) have worked out a technology being worthy to qualify for the D/LAB label. Instead of the usual semi-custom technology we are now using a 100% full custom technology. We call this FULL CUSTOM CNC TECHNOLOGY (please find all details below under TECH FEATURES).

Even before hitting the water you can already get an idea of what to expect. Simply lift the board and you will be shocked how light it is. Then knock on the hull and you immediately realise how stiff the board is. Compare it with a typical semi-custom production board and the difference is imminent.

The result on the water is truly mind-blowing. Due to the massively reduced weight (up to 500g) and the incredible additional stiffness, even the unchanged shapes feel like a completely new board. The acceleration is on a totally different level than anything we have produced before.

According to the latest PWA foil rules for 2024 you can only register one board size. This allowed us to focus all our entire development on this one board, refining the shape down to the last millimeter and perfecting every single detail.

Here are some of the highlights of the brand-new FALCON_FOIL:

AIRFLOW CONCEPT

In our CAD design process, we have seamlessly incorporated the latest CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) technology for aerodynamic analysis. This advanced approach ensures optimized airflow, significantly reducing drag and enhancing the top-speed performance of our product.

RECESSED MAST TRACK

The Recessed mastfoot area, keeps the rig connection low and boosts control.

SMOOTH TOUCH-DOWN

The optimized scoop rocker line, open V in the nose section and the specialized extended tail cut-outs make gybing more forgiving and help you keep the top speed more consistent.

FALCON_FOIL D/LAB - we are very convinced that the combination of the most competitive shapes and our brand-new FULL CUSTOM CNC TECHNOLOGY will be a serious contender for foil racing competitions.

Tech AND Shape

Proven World Cup winning shapes now in a 100% full custom CNC technology

FULL CUSTOM CNC TECHNOLOGY

The FULL CUSTOM CNC TECHNOLOGY is one hundred percent identical to the most high-end custom made boards

2 STEP CUT-OUTS

The 2 STEP CUT-OUTS reduce the wetted surface for more control and speed

Wave

DOWN THE LINE / JUMPING

Freestyle

NEW SCHOOL

Freeride

PLANING POWER / EASY HANDLING

Race

MAX. ACCELERATION / V-MAX

Foil

BALANCED FLIGHT BEHAVIOUR

Entry

FORGIVING / DURABLE

BOARD

VOLUME (L)

WIDTH (CM)

LENGTH (CM)

TECHNOLOGY

WEIGHT (KG) (+/-5%)

FITTINGS

MAX. SAIL SIZE (M²)

BEST MATCHING ION BOARDBAG*

Migliore taglia

FALCON_FOIL D/LAB 169

169

208

CUSTOM CNC SANDWICH

8.65

Foil Tuttle Box - no fin | 4 x Premium Strap

9.0

Windsurf Core Stubby 236x100

Main color specs when repairing the board: Top: Pantone 1787 C

* ION Windsurf Boardbag Core
* ION Windsurf Boardbag Core Stubby

TECH FEATURES

Deck Shape

Flatter deck shape for comfortable stance and maximum control during jibes.

The recessed mast track area lowers the rig connection, boosting control and aerodynamics by “closing the gap”.

The recessed foil box area improves the tear-out strength and the power transmission to the foil and leads to a weight reduction of approx. 200g.

FULL CUSTOM CNC TECHNOLOGY

Duotone Premium Strap

High quality closed cell neoprene for maximum longevity. Only black Lycra coating guarantees maximum comfort as well as maximum durability. The strap features measurement markings to allow you to quickly set up and replicate your individual size. Board specific attachments:

All World Cup boards come equipped with double-screw plugs to prevent any twist and ensuring the most direct connection to the board
All other boards come equipped with single-screw plugs to allow a faster repositioning of the straps plus a more comfortable ride due to a certain "give"

Rail Shape

Vertical rail design to give the rider more leverage when canted over to windward and to increase righting moment plus forward drive

Outline

Ultra compact length for improved air flow and higher crosswind top speeds, whilst still maintaining a stable gybing area for the feet

Bottom Shape

Extensive Vee at the nose avoids catapults when touching down at full speed.

The 2 STEP CUT-OUTS reduce the wetted surface. This decreases the drag before take-off and accelerates the transition into flight mode.

Rocker Line

Rocker line developed over decades that generates enough lift whilst still releasing drag, a key performance component of modern foil racing

Deck Shape

Flatter deck shape for comfortable stance and maximum control during jibes.

The recessed mast track area lowers the rig connection, boosting control and aerodynamics by “closing the gap”.

The recessed foil box area improves the tear-out strength and the power transmission to the foil and leads to a weight reduction of approx. 200g.

FULL CUSTOM CNC TECHNOLOGY

Deck Shape

Flatter deck shape for comfortable stance and maximum control during jibes.

The recessed mast track area lowers the rig connection, boosting control and aerodynamics by “closing the gap”.

The recessed foil box area improves the tear-out strength and the power transmission to the foil and leads to a weight reduction of approx. 200g.

FULL CUSTOM CNC TECHNOLOGY

Duotone Premium Strap

All World Cup boards come equipped with double-screw plugs to prevent any twist and ensuring the most direct connection to the board
All other boards come equipped with single-screw plugs to allow a faster repositioning of the straps plus a more comfortable ride due to a certain "give"

Rail Shape

Vertical rail design to give the rider more leverage when canted over to windward and to increase righting moment plus forward drive

Outline

Ultra compact length for improved air flow and higher crosswind top speeds, whilst still maintaining a stable gybing area for the feet

Bottom Shape

Extensive Vee at the nose avoids catapults when touching down at full speed.

The 2 STEP CUT-OUTS reduce the wetted surface. This decreases the drag before take-off and accelerates the transition into flight mode.

Rocker Line

Rocker line developed over decades that generates enough lift whilst still releasing drag, a key performance component of modern foil racing

Deck Shape

Flatter deck shape for comfortable stance and maximum control during jibes.

The recessed mast track area lowers the rig connection, boosting control and aerodynamics by “closing the gap”.

The recessed foil box area improves the tear-out strength and the power transmission to the foil and leads to a weight reduction of approx. 200g.

FULL CUSTOM CNC TECHNOLOGY

YOUR PERFECT SAIL MATCH

»In a way, we all behave the same: when I get a new board, my first check is also to lift the board and then tap onto the hull. With the new FALCON_FOIL D/LAB, it's an entirely new level: I've never lifted a lighter foil racing board and tapping the hull sounds like tapping steel. So now for the first time you get the most competitive shapes in a 100% custom made technology. Also I'm super happy we can go to one board size for racing in 2024. No more decision stress: this board takes off in light winds with the 8.7 and pushing limits in high wind with the 4.6. An allround machine!«
— Jordy Vonk

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