How does a hydrofoil surfboard work?
The hydrofoil has origins deeply rooted in the quest to defy water resistance. Here’s a simple guide to how foil surfboards work.
Conceived in the late 19th century, the hydrofoil’s initial designs, patented by Enrico Forlanini, intended to increase the speed of watercraft by reducing drag.
As a result, his first hydrofoil boat was unique for its time.
