 The Rave (number 46) achieved speeds of 24.42 knots Chris Heil of European Hydrosail Systems entered the Windrider Rave Hydrofoil that was designed by Sam Bradfield. Michel Marrécau was the pilot. In Europe details can be found at www.sail2fly.de/index2.html
The design has been in development since 1996, the hulls are made from polyethylene with the foils and beams made from aluminium alloy. There is accomodation for two, a pilot and passenger. The craft is steered by foot pedals.
At high speed in high winds
This data was obtained by towing the Rave behind Fred Ball's Dory, the drag is measured in pounds. At these speeds the Rave was not foil borne.
At the high speeds obtained by the Rave if it goes wrong it does so quite spectacularly! In this position a Rave is inherently very stable.................. A very careful watch for buoys and other obstacles is advisable.
Chris and Michel attempting to straighten a foil by use of a car jack and heavy object (diving school building). The diving school pupils thought they were experiencing an earthquake!
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