Boats that fly
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Two companies, Hobie and HydroSail, have built the TriFoiler and the WindRider Rave, respectively. These are new sail-powered hydrofoils that are earning raves from sailors and racers. Addition of new technologies to the boats have lessened the problems faced by previous models.
Publication Name: Sailing World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0889-4094
Year: 1999
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Windsurfing goes lighter
Article Abstract:
Windsurfing board designs have improved substantially to provide boards which are easy to plane, wide, light and stable. Designers have combined a wide, higher volume, flat planing surface aft with less rocker and lighter weight.
Publication Name: Sailing World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0889-4094
Year: 1999
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Speed by design
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Single-hulled singlehanders are a new generation of singlehanded dinghies that feature innovative design, hardware and technology. They integrate carbon rigs and sails that are designed with a fuller head.
Publication Name: Sailing World
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0889-4094
Year: 1999
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