Karbonfoiler Elite-serien

The advantages of carbon foil mast

It's all about trade-offs. While a carbon foil can be more rigid, it will be just as heavy as an aluminium mast. If the carbon foil is lighter, it will have lost some stiffness. The stiffness and performance of a mast are defined by its thickness and chord. The thinner the carbon mast (in thickness and chord), the better its performance. However, to be rigid, you need to increase the amount of carbon and the quality of the carbon fibres to keep drag low and maximise stiffness. This is what we did with the Elite range of the 14 mm carbon mast.

Stiffness, responsiveness and durability. Carbon is stiffer than aluminium when high-quality carbon fibres are used, called: high modulus carbon. The lay-up plan of a mast is of fundamental importance and will determine its torsional or flexural stiffness; if the lay-up plan is perfect, it will greatly improve responsiveness and control of the board at high speed. The stiffness of the carbon foil lets you feel sensations that are hard to perceive with other materials. This is what we offer for the Elite 14 mm carbon foil version.

If you're looking for more lightness, we recommend the 16 mm Solo foil. It will be more than 1 kg lighter than an aluminium foil. The weight saving is offset by a thicker mast (therefore increased drag) while maintaining stiffness similar to the Elite 14 mm carbon foil. If your goal is not to set speed records, the 16 mm Solo carbon foil may be perfect for you.

Finally, carbon is more durable than aluminium, which means it will last longer and require less maintenance if you take care of it.

Why does carbon foil cost more than aluminium foil?

Carbon foil is generally more expensive than aluminium foil due to the quality and quantity of materials used, not to mention the complexity of manufacturing. Carbon is more difficult to work with than aluminium, which makes production more costly. In our Elite carbon mast version, we have 140 layers of carbon that are laid one after another in the mould.

The performance of carbon foil

Improved responsiveness and control. Carbon foil improves the board's responsiveness and control thanks to its stiffness. It helps you feel at one with your equipment and lets you be more precise on your footing. Demanding riders can thus feel sensations that are hard to perceive with other materials. In addition, a reduction in the overall drag of the mast makes the foil more manoeuvrable. You will feel gusts more pronounced, and therefore the exhilarating acceleration on the water.

SROKA offers three foil ranges to meet the needs of all riders

1. The Classic range is designed for beginners and consists of three front wing sizes: 2000 cm², 1750 cm² and 1500 cm². These wings have a moderate aspect ratio, giving them maximum stability, accessibility and manoeuvrability. The size of the front wing will be determined by where you plan to sail (strong or light wind) and your body size.
2. The Control range is our all-round range; it lets you carve, progress and enjoy the excellence of the SROKA range with a generous dose of extra accessibility! Whatever your level, this range will give you control in all wind and sea conditions. It comes in two wings currently: 1250 cm² and 950 cm², with 820 and 680 cm² coming soon.
3. Finally, the High Aspect range (the one with high elongation or aspect ratio) allows, in the large sizes, the feeling of a gliding plane with incredible glide ratio, and in the small sizes, speed will be the predominant factor.

The ranges come in three sub-categories:

• The Wave (W) sub-range is designed for foil surfing, offering better control and efficient pumping at low speed,
• The Lift (L) sub-range has a profile providing more power and more tolerance at low speed, with an easier start in light wind,
• And the Speed (S) sub-range has fast profiles for maximum acceleration, high-speed stability and unrestricted glide with better acceleration sensations.

We have chosen to limit our range of stabilisers to 4 models, making the choice simpler for you, the customer. To suit every profile, our stabilisers can be used with shims to adjust them, so they meet all levels and all body sizes.

In short, carbon foil is an ideal choice for riders seeking optimal performance. It offers unmatched stiffness, glide, responsiveness and durability compared with aluminium foils. If you want to improve your riding experience, carbon foil is an excellent choice.