Carafino Hydra foil

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Foil board
Hi all,

We got a hydrofoil board from Carafino here in Egypt.

First, it's a really nice product, excellent finish and looks.

None of us tried a foil board before and it was interesting at first. Now we have been using it for a few days and it is really not that difficult.
It's just fine with straps, it is not heavy on your knees or ankles. Somtimes it can be a bit painful when wiping out but I am glad I have straps to get out of.
It goes upwind like nothing else, even in the lightest winds. I was out on a 12 Naish X1 in 12 knots and having problem coming back downwind. Really, downwind riding is harder than upwind...
I was going upwind on my 3rd ride on that board and could keep it up on the foil quite easy all the time by then. The first few tries can be frustrating but as soon as you get the hang of riding with straight legs and a bit of front weight it is easy.
Another guy, Joe, is obviously more talanted than myself, he rides toeside with ease and have started trying backloops already on the 5th time out.

There is a small video clip here:

http://www.colonawatersports.com/video/video.html

If you get a chance, try it, it's lots of fun!

Thanks,

Bengan
Colona Watersports
Hurghada, Egypt