Armstrong APF 1350 Front Foil
Sun 9th Jun, 2024 @ 9:30 am
Armstrong Foils just releaed a new addition to the APF family!
APF design DNA distilled into a smaller size.
The APF (Armstrong Pump Foil) foils have redefined pump foiling potential since their release last year. The new APF 1350 fills the space between the APF 1675 and HA 1180. It’s ideal for lighter riders chasing pump foiling or learning to downwind or riders of any weight seeking the low-speed takeoff of the APF but with more speed and glide than an APF 1675.
Best of Both Worlds
Ultra-low stall speed with the performance to glide at speed.
The APF 1350’s design DNA is rooted in what makes the APF foils so good at low speeds – a straight leading edge and high camber foil section – and benefits from the latest research and design that went into our HA foils. Like the larger APFs, the 1350 foil section gives it a very low stall speed with excellent low-speed controllability and predictability. The outer portion of the foil shares its section design with the HA foils to achieve a greater average glide speed and efficiency.
Rock Solid Stability
Stable when you need it, responsive when you want it.
The APF 1350 delivers pitch stability in key phases of flight and a quick response to pitch inputs for zippy acceleration when you want it. The specially designed Pump 202 stabiliser works harmoniously with the front foil to support flight speeds throughout the pump cycle. This solid feeling underfoot lets you focus on building your technique and developing efficiency to go further than ever before.
World-class Design
When a foil mastermind and aerospace engineer combine.
Armie Armstrong and engineer Chris Porter collaborated on the APF foils, which are the brainchild of their collective foil knowledge and design prowess. Chris and Armie’s approach to innovating and optimising all areas of the APF’s design has led to a pump foil that’s truly designed from tip to tip for performance and user friendliness.
A+ System
The ultimate modular foil assembly system
The A+ System is our proprietary foil assembly design, which joins the mast, fuselage, front foil, and stabiliser for a solid and smooth ride on the water.
- The hexagonal carbon fibre fuselage with a titanium rod core creates a uniquely smooth feel underfoot.
- Premium 316 steel and titanium hardware eliminates corrosion and provides a naturally snug fit, with no tef gel required.
- Polycarbonate Pro shims allow for half-degree incremental changes to stabiliser pitch, making it incredibly easy to tune the foil’s flight characteristics.
Features
- High aspect ratio
- 10.7 AR for excellent glide efficiency.
- High camber section
- Creates a low stall speed with excellent low-speed controllability and predictability.
- Rounded safety wing tips
- For safety in case of a fall onto the wing tips
- Toray carbon fibre
- Built from premium Toray high and intermediate modulus carbon fibre for exceptional stiffness and lightweight.
- Armstrong A+ System
- Our proprietary connection system offers industry-leading strength, durability and modularity.
Specifications
Area: 1350cm2
Span: 1202mm
Aspect Ratio: 10.7
Head over to Armstrong Foils to find out more!
