Reviewing the Appletree Appleslice V3 and Skipper Prone DW Wing and Surf Foil Boards
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- In this segment of "Wing Wednesdays," Tucker and Mr. Jeff from MACkite discuss two new models from Appletree Surfboards: the Appleslice V3 and the Skipper Prone boards. The Appleslice V3 is designed for wing foiling, while the Skipper Downwind Prone is primarily for surf foiling.
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Appleslice V3
Design and Features: The Appleslice V3 is highlighted for its modernized dimensions and shape. It's a longer and narrower board compared to previous models, providing increased front-to-back stability and a smoother ride. The low entry rocker and streamlined tail design help with acceleration and clean release off the water.
Application: This board is versatile, potentially serving as a single board quiver if sized correctly. It's suitable for various wind conditions, although it might require sizing up for lighter winds.
User Experience: The board offers stability due to its length, making it easier to balance and maneuver, especially for kneeling starts. It also features a concave deck for better foot placement and control.
Customization and Durability: Constructed with high-density closed cell foam and 100% carbon, the board is durable and can be customized in terms of color. It’s designed to withstand impacts without absorbing water.
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Skipper DW Prone
Design and Features: The Skipper Downwind Prone is aimed at prone foiling and downwind paddling. It has a longer and narrower shape, promoting faster paddling and easier wave entry.
Application: While primarily for prone foiling, the Skipper Prone can also be used for wing foiling, foil drive, and even wake foiling. Its efficiency in water makes it suitable for smaller, faster foils.
User Experience: This board is recommended for more experienced riders due to its lower volume. Its design provides the speed needed for smaller foils, making it ideal for conditions where lift and acceleration are crucial.
Versatility: The Skipper Prone is a multipurpose board, though more niche compared to the Appleslice V3. It’s suitable for intermediate to advanced riders looking for a crossover between prone and wing foiling.
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Thanks for the review! Did you try the Appleslice v3 with North Foil, is the foil positioning with North ok and no nose-down riding?
How does the low-end of this board compare to other light wind specific boards like the KT Ginxu Super K?
And how many knots do I gain compared to the current board, the AK Phazer?
Many thanks!
It would depend which size and model you were comparing but the Super K does a little better in comparable lengths. The Appleslice is a little more efficient than your Phazer. I'd guess around 1-2kn advantage. -Tucker
Skipper (not prone dw version) vs. slice v3 for a sinker (2nd board in quiver)? I have a dw board for my bigger board. (advanced rider)
I'd say the Appleslice is the better choice as a sinker. It's tail has better release so it's easier to get up in less wind. -Tucker
How does this board compare to Axis foil drive board of the same size?
It's lighter and both have a good signal using the foil drive. The Appleslice have more hull in the nose so they are smoother through rough water. -Tucker
I had to do a double take cause I thought it was an Omen Flux. Loving my 84L and 60L Omens for this 100kg rider. Interesting that the 90L Appletree is nearly 5” shorter than the 84L Omen. I would love to try it.
Great review ! For 200 lbs which would you pick as one board quiver ?
It would depend on your local conditions, wing quiver, and ability but for me, I'd go 70L. -Tucker
@@MACkiteboarding Thanks I actually oredered one today - went with the 80L just to be safe - I'm 54 yrs old ;) my biggest wing is a 5.0 - - I even hesitated with the 90
@@billsuper7324 For sure, good choice since you don't have a massive wing for light winds. The larger sizes don't feel as large while flying so you won't regret it.
-Tucker
Excellent points! at 82kg, I had a 60ltr V2 'Slice (4'9" X 22.5"). It didn't last long, it was like trying to sit on an floating quarter-barrel that sat on the surface, very unstable and tippy yet it certainly didn't submerge enough. So I traded it for a 83lt V2 (5'X 24.5"). Once on feet, it releases fast, is great on foil, footswitches and carving are so much more easy and precise, but it's a still handful in washing machine 2' chop. While stink bugging, the static balance spot is so small that a third of the time I stuff the nose, or slide off the back as it wheelies, especially in under/overpowered winds. Yes length will help.... a lot. ( it does make for an excellent FoilDrive platform thus far).
V3 is a big improvement with the longer, narrower shape.
Totally agree when there is too much concave on the deck it makes the board really unstable. I experienced that with a new board I had to replace... by the V3 ;)
Glad I'm not totally crazy over here ;) -Tucker
Nice review ,guys. Does V3 work with F one foil?
Yes, they work fantastic.
@@MACkiteboarding thx going to buy it , but there is no bussiness for you since I am EU citizen
@@julosurfer8989 No worries. Appletree will appreciate your support. -Tucker
Interesting comments on the skipper dw prone. 80 kg advanced winger on an 60L V2 slice as my current all rounder and a Flux 40L as my sinker, but looking for something to add range/versatility to my riding without adding lots of volume/length….thought maybe the 57L skip dw prone was the answer to this? I tried a light wind downwind board, but I really didn’t like how it felt underfoot after riding smaller boards. You lose so much responsiveness with longer boards IMHO. I thought this modern shaped version would add a lower range/smaller foil option to my 60 L board. I know you said it is not a downwind board, which I don’t want, but it would seem to me that it should have a better lower range if comfortable starting a board that size? Great review, thanks.
@@JonFriesen-t8j I think the concept has something to it but the prone dw round rails and full length hull don't plane up enough for lighter winds at that volume. If it had a flatter bottom and harder rails in the back half I think it would be a lot better in light winds. -Tucker
Tried the 60L and ordered one. Amazingly versatile shape, gets up and recovers so easily
Agreed, Glad you are enjoying it.