TRIBORD Foil Wing 500 User Guide

TRIBORD Foil Wing 500 User Guide

WHERE TO NAVIGATE

1. NON-NAVIGATION ZONE
   
   Too shallow
   Other swimmers and surfers
   Check out local regulations

2. NAVIGATION ZONE
   
   Sufficiently deep

DON’T STRAY TOO FAR FROM THE SHORE AND CHECK LOCAL REGULATIONS

SAFETY

WARNING

Using a hydrofoil carries certain risks and may result in serious accidents or even death. This is why it is absolutely essential to familiarize yourself with this user guide before using a Tribord hydrofoil and to adhere to all instructions contained herein. We also recommend that you have some training beforehand.

INSURANCE

Before any activity, check that your insurance includes civil liability for towed, air-borne surf sports NAland sufficient cover for personal injuries (if no third party is responsible).

WHERE TO NAVIGATE

Choose your navigation spot according to your level: the choice of spot is essential for a safe learning experience. The right spot isn’t necessarily the most popular spot, particularly if you’re a beginner. When deciding on a body of water, it’s important that you choose a spot suitable for foiling and your skill level. You need deeper water for foilthan for kitesurfing or windsurfing (see Section 6.) Choose a clear, open body of water that is free of reefs and avoid over-populated spots.
Be aware of underwater hazards.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Wear suitable safety devices for rescue at sea when kitesurfing. Wear a protective vest, a suitable helmet and booties when attempting any foiling sport. This equipment will help protect you but you will still need to be cautious and alert.

IMPORTANT RULE

16+ It is important to know how to swim and be an advanced surfer before trying foil surfing. It is important to be able to carefully read and analyse conditions to spot dangers (particularly, and not exclusively: currents, shoals, reefs). Priority rules are the same as for surfing or SUP, follow them to the letter. You must comply with sailing rules and regulations. Not following these rules can have serious consequences. Respect a safety distance of 20 metres minimum with other surfers, swimmers, obstacles and any other hazards. If you fall, never leave the foil between you and the wave. Foiling is a dangerous sport; the design of the equipment and the speeds reached can result in serious injury to you or others.

RIDING CONDITIONS

ASSISTANCE

Don’t set off alone; make sure you’re accompanied by someone else who is riding with you or on the beach and who can notify the emergency services in the event of an incident. Check the weather before riding. Don’t foil surf in stormy weather. Watch out for tides and currents. Do not wing foil if the wind is blowing in from the land as it could push you out to sea. Do not wing foil if the wind pushes you towards a dangerous spot.

ASSEMBLING AND DISMANTLING YOUR FOIL

PLEASE NOTE

We recommend that you tighten the M8 screws to a torque of 14N.m and ~8N.m for the M6 screws. Use the wrench provided; don’t use an electric screwdriver or you could damage the threads.

Assembly Instruction

M8 x 30 x11

M6 x 16 x02

NUT x04

ADJUSTING THE STABILISER

Lift recommended-Lift

HOW DO YOU ADJUST YOUR LIFT?
The recommended setting is with the stabiliser centred and the screw aligned with the mark. Moving your stabiliser towards the rear will give the foil more power and exert more pressure on the front foot. Moving the stabiliser towards the front will make the foil less powerful and exert less pressure on the front foot.

HOW TO POSITION YOUR FOIL

MAINTAINING YOUR FOIL AND COMPONENT PARTS

After every use, make sure you: After every use, dismantle and rinse all component parts and store them in the bag. Oil threads regularly.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

RESPONSIBILITY

By purchasing, handling and/or using one of the Tribord products listed in Section 12 of this User Guide, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this User Guide, including all the instructions and cautionary advice contained herein. You agree that anyone using this equipment must first read and understand this User Guide, including instructions for use and cautionary advice.

RISK ACCEPTANCE

Using this equipment and its component parts may incur some risks or danger resulting in serious, or sometimes lethal, injuries to the user or third parties. By using this equipment, you agree to assume and accept any risk of injury to you and to third parties while using this equipment. The risk inherent in this sport can be significantly reduced by following the instructions and cautionary advice contained in this guide and using common sense.
DECATHLON WILL NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY FOR ANY INJURY CAUSED TO THE USER OR THIRD PARTIES RESULTING FROM NON-COMPLIANCE WITH INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THIS GUIDE.

Made in Thailand

Fin 34% Glass Fiber 33% Foamed PVC 33% Resin – Chassis 100% Aluminium

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