Perfect Pumping Hydrofoil Board for Lake Foil Surfing?

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КОМЕНТАРІ • 493

  • @matthewramsey677
    @matthewramsey677 3 роки тому +173

    This is dope keep pumping it like an animal!

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +22

      😂 I should’ve left that out of the video.

    • @Bruh-gc7rd
      @Bruh-gc7rd 3 роки тому +5

      @@WakeThief yea my guy probably, I would describe it as pumping up a tire

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +4

      @@Bruh-gc7rd good one!

    • @alexchasewilliams
      @alexchasewilliams 3 роки тому +8

      *inhale* “BY OSCILLATING THE HYDROFOIL UP AND DOWN THE LIFT COMPONENT VECTOR CAN BE INCLINED IN THE DIRECTION OF TRAVEL” *gasp*
      Cool video by the way, I didn’t even know this was a thing!

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Lol! Thanks for this. If I can ever help; let me know

  • @anthonycraig274
    @anthonycraig274 3 роки тому +7

    this is great, its like a science experiment to discover a totally new sport.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you, Anthony. I just had that realization recently. The more we dig in and try things, the more we're learning. Our recent mission is to try to simplify the learning experience so everyone can experience this feeling we know and love! Thanks for the comment.

  • @brandonyafanaro9710
    @brandonyafanaro9710 3 роки тому +2

    I’m obsessed with this . I saw a vid on tiktok and now I’m hooked . I want a board so bad .

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Pls email me at wakethief@icloud.com. Happy to help! What’s your weight? Boardsports skill level? How do you want to use it?

  • @oliverhpage
    @oliverhpage 3 роки тому +3

    The board you are using I kite foiled with for about one year. I then moved to a Kanaha Shapes board which was even shorter and lighter. Amazing board. Now i'm riding a friends custom design which is similar to the KS but with more rocker for kiting. Try the KS i think you will like it.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +4

      Oliver! Thank you. I will take a closer look. I appreciate the comment.

  • @iliketowatch.
    @iliketowatch. 2 роки тому +3

    Have you given any thought to using some kind of handlebars on your boards? If you had one handlebar on the front and one on the back, it seems like this would allow you to pump harder. The bar stem could either be rigid (like a steel tube) or soft (like a rope or cable).
    (I say this as a former skateboarder who experimented with all different kinds of set ups back in the 1970s, including screwing a T-shaped handlebar onto the front of our boards, making them behave somewhat like the two wheel Razor-type scooters that came out about 10 years ago. Doing this certainly made jumping on and off curbs easier. It also made it more difficult to fall off the board.) I hope you'll consider giving this a try.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  2 роки тому +2

      Such a clever idea, thank you! I have never heard this one. I think you’re right. There aren’t that many muscles we can fully utilize when pumping. This would help. Appreciate you sharing.

  • @siggyincr7447
    @siggyincr7447 3 роки тому +1

    I didn't even know self-propelled hydrofoiling was a thing. Thanks for sharing.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      No problem! Thanks for the comment.

  • @EOLAND99
    @EOLAND99 3 роки тому +2

    I love all of your videos. Great work. Next step would be pumping with a handheld wing while hydrofoiling in light winds :D

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +1

      Yea! That should help endless flight. Thanks for the comment, Christian.

  • @masonl.8859
    @masonl.8859 Місяць тому

    This looks like so much fun! I’ve got to try it.

  • @FinnBjerke
    @FinnBjerke 3 роки тому

    Dude you rule. You do this in winter -- There is snow ? Thats dedication ..

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Lol! Thanks for the comment, Finn. We’re a bit nuts. ua-cam.com/video/-RFXBMPSbOA/v-deo.html

  • @TheImhotep2012
    @TheImhotep2012 Місяць тому

    I used to work in hydraulics. When we had to manually pump something, not with external power, we would describe it as 'mandraulic' 😊

  • @WillForFree
    @WillForFree 5 місяців тому

    if you bring your feet closer together over the stem of the foil you'll generate more power with each pump. Also relaxing your upper body so you can use your weight with your legs like you're a big weighted piston

  • @politicalfoolishness7491
    @politicalfoolishness7491 10 місяців тому

    You probably have a little extra air resistance with the larger board too which adds to wasted energy. But extended mass is likely the dominant cause of the wasted energy.

  • @IRWE905
    @IRWE905 3 роки тому +1

    Have you considered Pumping with a single front strap or front and back strap? I think it would give you more leverage, or would you consider it cheating??? Enjoy watching your reviews!

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Thank you. It’s a great reminder. Yes I have tried it but the front strap location is not ideal so I need to try another board. I think it would help too! Onto a new board!

  • @FPVslayer
    @FPVslayer 2 роки тому

    “Pumping it like an animal” 😂 perfect response!!

  • @kevinv.8521
    @kevinv.8521 4 місяці тому

    Wouldn't be surprised to see this being an Olympic sport in at some point.

  • @rumtum99
    @rumtum99 3 роки тому

    Can’t wait to see you start by catching a wave in the ocean!! I know you can do it

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      I’ve never surfed a foil in the ocean. I think I’ll struggle popping up and paddling in … two muscle memories I dont have! Thanks for the comment

  • @Tockohead260
    @Tockohead260 2 місяці тому

    "I'm pumping it like an animal,"... totally something I would have said at the spur of the moment. My coworkers think I'm crazy for laughing like a hyena in my office when I saw this.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  2 місяці тому

      There’s thousands of these going around now too. Lol.
      www.tiktok.com/t/ZTNPCnqJu/

  • @GOLTEB
    @GOLTEB 3 роки тому

    Keep on pumping my man!

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Thanks! Appreciate the comment!

  • @jacob1121
    @jacob1121 3 роки тому

    I got an idea why not have a rope at the front to grab onto and help with the weight distribution, it will get you way more leverage at the front.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Gosh, that's an interesting idea. Someone also mentioned pumping with dumbbells. I need all the help I can get. Thanks for the thought!

  • @TheWaterbuffolo
    @TheWaterbuffolo 3 роки тому

    They have a similar craft back in the day.

  • @monke7156
    @monke7156 3 роки тому +2

    What lake are you on?

  • @46superchief
    @46superchief 3 роки тому

    I’d like to see more short board options. Looking at a Kit board from Clearwater they have a small and smaller option wondering if the 2’11” peanut would be a wake thieving tool of glide.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  2 роки тому

      I’ve been wondering the same thing. I’d guess it works well. If you order jt, please let me know. Thanks. Wakethief@icloud.com

  • @Tobeon2
    @Tobeon2 2 роки тому

    Thank you for the review... No wonder it is so hard to pump my 112 liter Reedin board!!.. lol... As a wing foiler, it is NOT as important, but still it matters... I will not even try until I am at the level of wing foiling with about 20 liter range board... 🙄☺️

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  2 роки тому +1

      Yes! Pumping these large boards is unbelievably hard compared to the

  • @SANTACRUZDRONES
    @SANTACRUZDRONES 3 роки тому +1

    Axis Tray 110 looks like a good option, have you tried one yet?

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      I have not tried one. I think you're right though.

    • @SANTACRUZDRONES
      @SANTACRUZDRONES 3 роки тому

      @@WakeThief I just ordered one, I couldn't resist.

  • @sergemann5951
    @sergemann5951 3 роки тому +1

    "Like an animal" had me laughing hard. I'm surprised you said something and didn't save every ounce of energy.
    I love the micro too, very responsive! Have you ever used foot straps with that board? Makes MY pumping easier but doubt if you need it as you can pump it like an animal! Lol

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Lol. Thanks Serge. Yes, I've tried the straps, but they're not placed in the spot I want them, so can't really make good use of them. I hope you're well. Thx for the comment.

  • @virom956
    @virom956 Місяць тому

    what can you say regarding inflatable boards?

  • @ryandonohue4665
    @ryandonohue4665 3 роки тому +1

    The smallest board I’ve been able to come across online is the Axis Tray 94. 94cm, 4.4 lbs and less than 10 liters.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Thanks, Ryan. Love it. Great suggestion. That's a logical next step!

    • @dpurdy6402
      @dpurdy6402 3 роки тому +1

      Not only is the 94 tray shorter and lighter it is also wider than the dwarfcraft micro and so it still has a generous planing surface. In particular it is much wider in the tail. It also has a good nose scoop so I have found it for kitesurfing as easy as the dwarfcraft to get started on foil. Very cool to see you gliding in the lake.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Thank you! I’ll take a closer look. That seems like the winner as well as the small carbon board from Armstrong. Appreciate you taking the time to share.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      @@dpurdy6402 sounds like the logical next step. Thank you

  • @jebassin9933
    @jebassin9933 2 роки тому

    So how many pounds is your favorite board and foil added up.

  • @ObscureOdysseys
    @ObscureOdysseys Рік тому

    Wait, what's wrong with using a skateboard deck? I was gonna try it

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  Рік тому

      Just really hard to start with the lift of the foil only. Board planing before foil takeoff is a lot easier

  • @TM21109
    @TM21109 3 роки тому +3

    I'm pumping it like a animal 🤣 that was great rofl

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Thanks. I'm sure I could've come up with something better.

  • @nice2care
    @nice2care 11 місяців тому

    Have you tried the 80 cm Naish microchip?

  • @bohdanafanasyev3642
    @bohdanafanasyev3642 3 роки тому

    Best answer ever, idk what you were talking about :laughing:

  • @ClintonEtheridgea
    @ClintonEtheridgea 2 роки тому

    Planning on hydrofoiling a racing kayak, any foils you would recommend

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  2 роки тому

      Wow! I talked to someone last year also interested in that! How much do you and the kayak weigh? What speed do you want to fly at? Maybe email me if easier. Wakethief@icloud.com

  • @robbiet6363
    @robbiet6363 2 роки тому

    @Wake Thief Great videos! Thank you! I looked into foil pumping 1-2 years ago and was advised by one company that this is only for pros who live and breath water sports year round. Thanks for proving them wrong. Did you have a chance to review the Kanaha Shapes Board? How would this compare with the Dwarfcraft Slingshot 100cm, or the Axis Tray 94? Also, have you ever considered/tried using some sort of propulsion system attached to the bottom of the board just to get started? Is there a propulsion system that would be light enough to secure to the board?

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  2 роки тому

      Robbie! Great questions ... I have not tried the Kanaha shape boards, but should reach out. Thank you. This foil drive system is close to the propulsion system you describe. ua-cam.com/video/jp6-l2-LZOM/v-deo.html. I have a boost surf fin coming ... been waiting on that for a long time. Thanks for this. I'll keep you posted.

  • @8MGA
    @8MGA 3 роки тому

    Swiming with an efficient dragfree tail maybe ...?
    Good to see ya

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      I have found that I need the rear wing to stabilize the front wing while pumping. It's just too hard to pump without the rear wing!

  • @srqcrna
    @srqcrna 3 роки тому

    Why do you need to pump? Will it not work or go forward if you dont pump?

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Correct. The drag force slows the foil down to a point where it can’t generate lift and it falls out of the sky. We need to pump to keep the foil going

  • @skatopolisii624
    @skatopolisii624 2 роки тому

    This looks like so much fun. Whats the top speed? Also, wouldn't you just need bigger/ wider wings or whatever the things under the water are called for longer distances? Lol can you tell im a noob? Wicked video tho 🍻

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  2 роки тому

      You’re not wrong! That’s exactly what we need. Max speed of this wing is about 6m/s pumping. Can go much faster with a kite or wing. We need bigger foils and that will unlock endless flight

  • @heinzdettinger3973
    @heinzdettinger3973 3 роки тому

    What size foil works best? does aspect ratio matter? I would think a short board like 30", but 20 " wide would work well. Volume of the board does not matter, so a short and thin light board would be good. Does foil weight matter?

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Hi Heinz - I like 1800-2000sqcm area, and aspect ratio >7 (115cm or larger span). Lets me fly at a lower speed to reduce power so I can fly longer. High aspect ratio reduces drag. Board can be as short and light as you can get, as long as you can get out of the water on it. Foil weight doesn't matter that much. I prefer Aluminum mast because its stiffer and provides better power transfer during pumping.

  • @theoadieye
    @theoadieye 6 місяців тому

    If we fall in the middle of the sea, how do we get back on it?

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  5 місяців тому

      Swim back to shore and relaunch

  • @nicolasmartin666
    @nicolasmartin666 2 роки тому

    You should try liquid force nebula

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  2 роки тому

      Yes. Great board. Been riding it a few months now. We’re working on a 20 board review right now so please stay tuned!

  • @Justin-bw8zi
    @Justin-bw8zi 3 роки тому

    Folks often speak to a "sweet-spot" on board akin to a tennis racket. Said differently, an area of control - often slightly larger board more forgiving, etc. Is there a pt. of diminishing returns (say you went sub 3 ft) whereas the board is just too twitchy/sensitive that it makes it nearly impossible to ride if you foot/weight placement is not perfect, etc.?

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      It's a great point. In the same way, I complain about swing weight, it does dampen the pumping motion. A little bit like how pumping a super short fuse and small wing takes more precise control and energy, I suspect the same is true for boards. Thanks for this.

  • @bbsaid218
    @bbsaid218 3 роки тому

    Thank you for this 😁. Do the same rules apply for ocean boards?

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +1

      I suspect it does for tow foiling (getting pulled into an ocean wave with a jet ski), but if you want to paddle from your stomach to surf (like conventional surfing), no ... you'll need a higher volume board that will plane more quickly ... ideally something >40L. Thanks for the question.

  • @deonjamason1720
    @deonjamason1720 3 місяці тому

    🤔it looks like it might feel the way jumping hard on a trampoline feels. like when your trying not to let your feet going in the air but still jumping trying not to knee your face lol🤣

  • @grantjones6748
    @grantjones6748 2 роки тому

    What if you just widen your stance on a larger board to use that extra leverage.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the suggestion, Grant. We have tried this and now realized that the goal needs to be nearly straight legs and feet close together. Imagine doing a wall sit for 30min . The weight of ones' body is enough (without even introducing force to pump the board) to tire one out. But we can stand for 30min no problem. So, you're right, the leverage would help, but the tradeoff is the ability of your legs to hold your body weight when far apart.

  • @lazylaserlars
    @lazylaserlars 3 роки тому

    Well done as usual! Thanks for your work!
    Have you ever tried a 60cm or 68cm mast for pumping?

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +2

      Brilliant thought Lars. Yes. I have a few smaller masts and given I only need about 25cm up plus down on the mast, I might as well go shorter and benefit from the lower weight better control and better rigidity. I’m just so used to 75cm right now it will take some getting used to

    • @lazylaserlars
      @lazylaserlars 3 роки тому

      Thanks for your answer! It’ll be interesting if you can improve your already astonishing pumping time with a shorter mast..

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      @@lazylaserlars thanks Lars. I will try when my lake thaws :)

  • @simonmagnusson798
    @simonmagnusson798 3 роки тому

    What have you found to be the optimal mast length for pumping? (And what's your lenght as reference, since it likely relates to rider length?)

    • @simonmagnusson798
      @simonmagnusson798 3 роки тому

      I saw you previous response now, thanks!

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      You're welcome ... short is best. Nice and rigid. I have tried 90cm masts multiple times and I feel so much better on a 75cm. I also feel like you need to stick with one and not change so you can really place that wing near the surface and keep drag down ... by having less mast underwater.

  • @fishbigfishchris
    @fishbigfishchris 3 роки тому

    How fast does a boat need to be going to use their wake to propel you? I’m thinking about buying one but at my marina boats can’t go over 5mph.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      5mph isn't enough, but 8mph is. You might be able to get away with 6mph if you're light (2400sqcm). Let me know if I can help you figure this out. wakethief@icloud.com

  • @kjngmax
    @kjngmax 2 роки тому

    Im beginer 70kg, which size of wing foil fit me. Thank you so much.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  2 роки тому

      I’d be happy to help. Please email me with your boardsports background and what you want to do with the foil … dock start, pump, surf wakes/waves, big wakes/waves, wing?

  • @yvi6493
    @yvi6493 2 роки тому

    Hey I really enjoy your videos!
    I plan to get the Axis 1150. I weight 58 kg and I heard under 60 kg the Axis 1010 would be better?
    I want to dock start and surf little waves.
    I want to use the 3'7 board from Indiana with 24 litre volume. Do you think that is a good idea ?
    Thanks for the great videos :)

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  2 роки тому +1

      Hi Yvi - Please email me at wakethief@icloud.com. Happy to help. I think you’re right to size down to 1010 or maybe even 910 (same foil section so similar lift to drag performance, with roughly same aspect ratio and just less area … which is needed for lighter riders to fly at higher speeds). 24L board should be good but you can go even less volume if you like. We like the 100cm dwarfcraft. If you’re in the US/Canada and purchase from REAL, Mackite or Greenhat, please us WAKETHIEF coupon code. We will send you a small gift. We make a small commission that supports our channel! Thanks for your support.

  • @akelly1983
    @akelly1983 3 роки тому

    Slingshot's new 2021 line has a 100cm micro which is 4 inches shorter than this one! Are you considering getting into wing foiling? I'm considering getting into it but would appreciate some of your in depth research videos on it as well. Anyways thanks for the great info!

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Thanks, Aaron. I did see that one. It would be the one I'd get if I were in the market for a new one! I have wing foiled, but the lake I live on / test foils is just too calm. Makes it perfect for lake foiling, but crappy for winging. I am going to go to other lakes in the summer of 2021 and do some winging videos, but unfortunately I won't have anything until then. Great suggestion!

    • @akelly1983
      @akelly1983 3 роки тому +1

      @@WakeThief Good to know! Yeah I would be doing it 70% on a lake in Alabama and the other 30% in the gulf. That's why I am hesitate myself. Big investment on bigger board and wing to not know for sure how well it would perform here. Thanks for your help!

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      @@akelly1983 pls let me know if I can help. Foilingny@gmail.com & @foilingny on Facebook.

  • @dazco2121
    @dazco2121 3 роки тому

    Wow you can really pump, do you ever pump with friends

  • @fredstah714
    @fredstah714 3 роки тому

    Thank you.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      You’re welcome. If you look through a few more videos including the 1010 vs 1000 review you’ll get a good feel for what will be good for you. Reach out again if I can help.

  • @jackbenimblejack1
    @jackbenimblejack1 3 роки тому

    pushing water over the wing to create lift and thrust by pumping the board

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Bingo! I'm working on a video to dive into the details of pumping. How the physics work and how we can think about better pumping wings. This has been a fun journey. Thanks for the comment.

    • @jackbenimblejack1
      @jackbenimblejack1 3 роки тому

      @@WakeThief thank you for the reply ! hope to see a vid of yours on pumping in the ocean! happy new year!

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      @@jackbenimblejack1 no doubt my first foiling in the ocean will be capture for everyone to .... laugh ... though I’ll hope for a smile more than a laugh.

  • @ramsespaulina5139
    @ramsespaulina5139 3 роки тому

    Can you put a link for the board that you got

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      This is the 2021 version of my 2019 model. I recommend the 100 unless you're >6'2" and >220lb, then the 120. greenhatkiteboarding.com/products/2021-slingshot-dwarftcraft-foilboard?sub_id=ghwt

  • @oliverhpage
    @oliverhpage 3 роки тому +1

    Love the videos. One thought is that it seems you seem to ride the foil deeper in the water which i hear is less efficient though i'm not exactly clear why. Have you looked at mast depth in the water to see if that improves efficiency?

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Excellent point. I totally agree. The clips I used in this video were some of my earlier videos, and I had the same reaction when making the video. I am fully convinced that a front wing near the surface has much less drag that a wing deeper in the water. I believe it's just less drag from the submerged part of the mast. I also found that small burst of low amplitude pumps with wing near the surface is more effective than high amplitude slower pumps. Thanks for the comment.

    • @fluiditynz
      @fluiditynz 3 роки тому

      It's additionally a possibility that water displaced over the foil closer to the surface requires less lifting energy as the mass of water above the foil is reduced close to the surface.

  • @PeterCacioppi
    @PeterCacioppi 2 роки тому

    "When I pump with my legs, the foil underneath the board performs a dolphin kick" (Not entirely sure this is correct, but sounds pretty good)

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  2 роки тому +1

      Much better!

    • @PeterCacioppi
      @PeterCacioppi 2 роки тому

      @@WakeThief How easy is it to get up on the foil if a jetski is giving you a tow? Is that a fairly manageable skill to learn for one of the more pumpable boards. I'm thinking of getting a jetski and some foils, and doing something similar to what you do, except with jetski launches instead of dock launches. (Good docks are not that easy to find, but boat ramp launches, particularly for a jetski, are everywhere.)

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  2 роки тому

      Peter. Definitely something that can be learned. Depending on current skill level you might choose a larger board and a smaller foil first but it can and is skipped often. Let’s chat and we can decide what’s right for you. Devon. Wakethief@icloud.com

  • @toaster1233
    @toaster1233 2 місяці тому

    Broooo, keep pumping it like an animal

  • @shanecar84
    @shanecar84 3 роки тому

    Oh man. "Pumping it like an animal" hahahahah priceless xD

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +1

      I felt like such a fool after I said it.

  • @Simfight
    @Simfight 3 роки тому

    Are we still doing phrasing?

  • @darthsynchronic
    @darthsynchronic 3 роки тому

    Tech tip: Need to add a device that extenuate the movement with little effort...like a bike with gears...you're welcome!

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      That is brilliant. It's so true. If we could leverage to create that small movement too that would be awesome. Thanks for the comment.

  • @hulme_oliver
    @hulme_oliver 3 роки тому

    Alternatively the Moses t22 which is still 1.9kg, 107cm long and cheaper than the axis.

  • @donnymartin2483
    @donnymartin2483 3 роки тому

    The armstrong 311 board maybe. I rode with the Half-life guys on youtube and brought my micro like yours. They thought my potatoe chip board was dead compared to there 311. They have 500 plus sessions to my 100 something so it might be worth a try.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Donny! Love the suggestion. I'll take a look.

    • @donnymartin2483
      @donnymartin2483 3 роки тому +1

      @@WakeThief Thanks for responding! You and Half-life are my lakefoil heros! Cant believe your up to 300 hours now. 🤙🍻

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks, Donny. Pls let me know if I can ever help.

    • @donnymartin2483
      @donnymartin2483 3 роки тому +2

      @@richdeveau9134 Yep. I have the dwarfcraft micro. I found the micro is easier to get up on. The 311 is very buoyant and doesnt submerge like the micro so you have to pretty much one hand your start holding the board with one hand. Would be easier to pop up if strapped. The feel of where the foil is in the water is very similar. Super sensitive. They both pump well. I like my micro. But thats what im used to. 🍻

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +1

      Super helpful, Donny. It doesn’t sound like switching to the 311 gains much.

  • @survivaldude29
    @survivaldude29 3 роки тому +1

    Pumping it like a train
    Pumping it like an air pump
    Pumping it like bike pedals
    Pumping it like a water well
    Pumping it like a water toy
    Pumping it like Old fashion gas pump
    (I have honestly no idea what I’m talking about)
    Pumping it like a water gun toy
    Pumping it like pumping gas into a car
    Pumping it like an organ
    Pumping it like a bag pipe

  • @thesupdoctor
    @thesupdoctor 3 роки тому

    What size foil are you using?

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Hi Dan. It's the AXIS 1150 (115cm span, 1700sqcm area). Full review here: ua-cam.com/video/Ueb5mMOMt-8/v-deo.html

    • @thesupdoctor
      @thesupdoctor 3 роки тому

      @@WakeThief It looks awesome, I have been trying to learn with a 2400sqcm Armstrong foil on my sup surf board, which is huge and fat and feels impossible to even pump once on. Perhaps my huge board is the problem and not the huge foil wing. Thanks for the video, you are awesome on that thing.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Thank you, Dan. How big is your board? Pls send me vids. Happy to help you figure it out. Wakethief@icloud.com

    • @thesupdoctor
      @thesupdoctor 3 роки тому

      @@WakeThief just emailed you, thanks!~

  • @ΧρήστοςΠαππάς-γ7υ
    @ΧρήστοςΠαππάς-γ7υ 5 місяців тому

    Is this making you tired? If yes, in how many minutes

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  5 місяців тому

      On a foil like this, 2min. But I’ve gone 24min on this foil …m.ua-cam.com/video/WfJbF0xkUOY/v-deo.html

  • @ueokatsuhiro
    @ueokatsuhiro 3 роки тому

    You sound like Brian from sv Delos

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Lol. You’re not the first to say that. I had to look him up!

  • @zdavatz
    @zdavatz 3 роки тому

    looking good! 👏‼️🏄‍♀️🤙💯🤳🤣🤟✊🚨☃️🎬🎥🙏

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Thanks, Zeno! I watched your video yesterday and your board looked great ... as did your dock starting and pumping!

    • @zdavatz
      @zdavatz 3 роки тому

      @@WakeThief Thanks! You mean this video: ua-cam.com/video/Jgy5swhecuQ/v-deo.html

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +1

      Love it! Thanks for sharing

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +1

      Great video & foiling

  • @reverendrobjohnson-rc2gb
    @reverendrobjohnson-rc2gb 2 місяці тому

    I got a fish pulling me

  • @tenemax7849
    @tenemax7849 3 роки тому

    Pumping is best described by a bird flapping its wings, thats how they can stay in the air. Foil pumping is the same principle, you pump the wing so you don't sink.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      I'd love to dig into this further. Perhaps a good future video idea. Thank you.

  • @Pablosan7
    @Pablosan7 3 роки тому

    Awesome music track!!!

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      My thanks to UA-cam Studio non-attribution required tracks ...lol

  • @coolbrotherf127
    @coolbrotherf127 Рік тому

    As a poor college student, I don't think I'll be able to afford even the cheap ones for a while 😅

  • @BTakes138
    @BTakes138 4 місяці тому

    You're pumping it like an animal? o_O

  • @1silvervespa
    @1silvervespa 2 місяці тому

    Flying & Gliding ...

  • @nicholase.9195
    @nicholase.9195 2 роки тому

    It moves sort of like the tail of a dolphin.

  • @donnalambs9578
    @donnalambs9578 3 роки тому

    lol Hiw these thing wear that shadow and the fake sun thing wow

  • @MichaelRainabbaRichardson
    @MichaelRainabbaRichardson 3 роки тому

    "I'm riding on a dolphin tail!" Should be close and concise enough.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +1

      LOL. Yes, that would've been better.

  • @splashpit
    @splashpit 3 роки тому

    Should have said your girlfriend is pulling me in her invisible airplane .

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Lol. That's a good one.

  • @KACTPAMA
    @KACTPAMA 3 роки тому

    "It is all in the hips." Probably a terrible responce.

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Lol. That’s pretty good!

  • @lucianoaserrano
    @lucianoaserrano 2 роки тому

    Less pump is much more better...

  • @cgn833
    @cgn833 3 роки тому

    This is cool but looks exhausting

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +1

      It sure is .... if it were just a bit less energy it would be even more amazing.

  • @cyphen21
    @cyphen21 2 роки тому +1

    ... pumping it like an animal. lol

  • @nathanielbrown9787
    @nathanielbrown9787 3 роки тому

    I'm pumping it like an animal!?!?!😂

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      😂 I couldn’t think of anything better!

  • @tysk5729
    @tysk5729 3 роки тому +45

    im pumping it like an animal was deffenetly the best thing annyone could say ever

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +4

      LOL. Glad you liked it. I didn't know what to say. After saying it, I realized how I actually didn't understand how pumping worked!

  • @HunterGie
    @HunterGie 3 роки тому +47

    I love the response you gave to those kyackers. Haha I'm pumping like an animal! 🤣

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +2

      There has to be a response! I'm an engineer, not a marine biologist, so I blanked on animals ... dolphin, I think seems to the consensus answer I'm hearing. Thanks for the comment, Hunter!

    • @rullywk9746
      @rullywk9746 3 роки тому

      I love the response to...😁

    • @jrussomann
      @jrussomann 3 роки тому +2

      That was the BEST ANSWER! I nearly rolled on the floor laughing.. But the answer is so true and accurate! 🤣 Great job as always!

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      @@jrussomann thanks! Appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment.

    • @michaeldose2041
      @michaeldose2041 3 роки тому

      I thought you made some sort of beasteality joke.

  • @Hewicoastline
    @Hewicoastline 3 роки тому +34

    Rigid, thin, little air resistance, and a tail kick are what I imagine the perfect board would be and it looks like ur setup is all of those except the tail kick. I recently just went from a 4'0 36L board (very thick and no deck concave) to a 4'8 29L board (very thin with a front strap and deck concave). I have to say the 4'8 pumps about the same, in short distances even better (I might attribute this to the strap allowing more aggressive pumping). I even feel as though I gain some extra torque with my front foot being further away from the mast.
    My advice for the 3 minute setup: pump your little board with a paddle in your hands and use a front foot strap. It looks like a lot of sup riders are using it to their advantage. But again this brings up the age old question, should you be measuring your flights in distance or in time? I personally think distance. Since your goal is to achieve unlimited flight you need a fast board that can get you from wake to wake in the least amount of time, once at the wake you can regain energy and the process continues of wake hopping and energy recover. I have experienced this recently, I have a foil with extreme amount of lift but soooo slow. Since it's slow I am killing myself to get to the next wave. My other foil (super fast) I can cover more distance in less time and therefore seemingly always be on a wave. Sorry if I'm being a bit of a broken record.. Awesome videos! Without a doubt you produce the most structured, scientific, well documented surf foil research that is available to the public right now!

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +5

      Matthew! Awesome suggestions. The front foot strap isn't in the right spot on my board, but I really like that idea ... like a cyclist with clip in pedals! I will measure in distance now that I can with Apple Watch. It's just easier to measure time than distance for this test. You're absolutely right. I am now wondering if I can actually go further by going slower ... power needed to overcome drag is the cubic of velocity, so if I slow down a bit, my exertion goes way down, and maybe our distance further ... like the tortoise and hare! Thanks again for these suggestions. I'll let you know how it goes.

    • @Hewicoastline
      @Hewicoastline 3 роки тому +1

      @@WakeThief Excited for whats to come!

    • @lu-bux5151
      @lu-bux5151 2 роки тому

      @@WakeThief it is sqare with velocity not cubic ;) I think the way will be: go faster, go further, build better foils with thinner profiles and same energy requirement and lift (it will stall earlier, but this is managable )

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  2 роки тому

      Power is cube & force is square, no?

    • @lu-bux5151
      @lu-bux5151 2 роки тому

      @@WakeThief oh sorry, just read "... drag is the cubic of velocity" my fault -.-

  • @Electron86
    @Electron86 3 роки тому +6

    A good pumping description might be "im pushing the board down and the fins underneath it are causing resistance in the water which then pushes me back upwards" or if thats too long, "I push down and forward then the fins/water pushes me back up"

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +1

      That's super good! I'll use that in future videos. Thank you.

    • @andrewlarson5253
      @andrewlarson5253 2 роки тому

      Would it be almost like a bird flapping it's wings but in water?
      I just discovered this, it looks fun

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  2 роки тому

      Yes! Well said. If I can help, let me know. Wakethief@icloud.com

  • @mortenlander
    @mortenlander 3 роки тому +4

    Haha. I have got that question a lot of times too...but never gave that answer. Gonna remember :)

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Ha! Best response I’ve been recommended in the comments is a dolphin swimming

  • @Quizack
    @Quizack 3 роки тому +4

    Almost heaven, West Virginia
    Blue Ridge Mountains, Shenandoah River
    Life is old there, older than the trees
    Younger than the mountains, growin' like a breeze

  • @JackDanYewell
    @JackDanYewell 3 роки тому +5

    Great video! Sick skills! Can’t wait to pioneer this in my town!

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Awesome! Thank you. If I can help in any way, please let me know. Wakethief@icloud.com

  • @scottieeasley4907
    @scottieeasley4907 Рік тому +1

    For a mere $12,500.00 everyone can enjoy this practical everyman's enjoyable fun. So take out a mortgage & come have fun

  • @armadillock1320
    @armadillock1320 3 роки тому +3

    Another great video! Just about to buy a new board and I made my choice! 👍 thank you!

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому

      Great! Glad you enjoyed it.

  • @bussi7859
    @bussi7859 Місяць тому +1

    Learn from a fish

  • @jeffjobe8279
    @jeffjobe8279 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for posting. A great report with little wasted time.

  • @MartialArtUK
    @MartialArtUK 3 роки тому +2

    Riding on the back of a dolphin 🐬

  • @dimitrimendrinos2049
    @dimitrimendrinos2049 2 роки тому +1

    I don't pump but kitefoil. I have to say though I enjoy your videos. I appreciate the detail, thoroughness and effort and the narration is top shelf. Please keep it up.

  • @Skaleezay
    @Skaleezay 3 роки тому +3

    Great response! I cracked up🤣

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +1

      Lol. Glad you liked it. I hope you're well, Skaleezay!

  • @joelnachtigal2150
    @joelnachtigal2150 Рік тому +2

    Love that you shred all seasons, Rain or shine! Or Snow 🤘🏼

  • @jarehelt
    @jarehelt 3 роки тому +2

    nothing motivates you to keep pumping more than 32F water

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +1

      Lol. Isn’t that the truth. My water is 80F now. Hard to imagine it being 32F like it was!

  • @bricenoh
    @bricenoh 26 днів тому

    nice, what would happen with a longer column (distance between board and foil), you could do less but harder pumps? maybe faster since accelerate down?

  • @sc06mad
    @sc06mad 3 роки тому +2

    Please record your longest pump ever in one cut

    • @WakeThief
      @WakeThief  3 роки тому +2

      You bet. You can find it here: ua-cam.com/video/yUgfmvJLGy0/v-deo.html