I wish I were technically proficient enough to sail one of these. They look fantastic. Unfortunately, being middle aged and of large frame, I’m not quick enough to trim the balance in the gusts and lulls and in any case my balance isn’t great (maybe something to do with the pre-race ‘snifters’ in the bar?).
The Foiling Moth needs about 7 knots of boatspeed to get out of the water and it can get to that speed in about 7 knots of wind. Once you’re out and flying the boat will stay up in less pressure.
Fast, silent and looking like a mini oil rig travelling at speed with its square platform. The crashes can also be fast and spectacular, and I promise we’ll find some footage and post in an article soon.
So, here you are, the photo of the week – the Foiling Moth.
