Hydrofin Blog
Exciting Collaboration: Brown University Sailing, 11th Hour Racing, East Bay Sailing Foundation, Morrelli & Melvin, and Hydrofin Join Forces to create a Sustainable, High-Performing Vessel
We are thrilled to announce a groundbreaking collaboration between Brown University, 11th Hour Racing, the East Bay Sailing Foundation (EBSF), Morrelli & Melvin, and Hydrofin. Together, these organizations are combining their expertise to create a prototype vessel...
Understanding the Purpose of the Rear Foils in a Hydrofin Installation
When installing Hydrofin on your pontoon boat, one of the key components to understand is the role of the rear foils. Read on for the explanation
Plexus MA8120 Structural Adhesive: An Overview
Every Hydrofin kit comes complete with two 400ml tubes of Plexus MA8120 structural adhesive, which are needed for a secure and durable installation. Plexus MA8120 is a high-performance, two-part structural adhesive that is widely used for bonding materials in...
How Hydrofin’s Are Installed and Attached to a Pontoon Boat
Hydrofin’s installation process was carefully engineered to ensure durability, performance, and safety without compromising the structural integrity of your pontoon boat. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of how Hydrofin’s are attached to your boat: Step 1: Gluing the...
Prepared for the Unpredictable: Hydrofin’s Safety First Design
Hydrofin: Engineered for Durability and Boat Safety When considering an upgrade to your pontoon boat, safety and durability are key factors. Hydrofin’s innovative design ensures that your boat remains protected while delivering enhanced performance. Professionally...
Hydrofin Hack: Achieve Tritoon-Level Performance Without the Price Tag
Let’s explore how Hydrofin’s innovative hydrofoil system works and why it’s a game-changer for pontoon owners.
Bennington 2250 Pontoon Before and After Hydrofin Test Results
Pontoon boat going fast in body of water.
What is Angle of Attack and why should I care?
The Angle of Attack is the angle of the hydrofoil as it flys through the water. In technical terms, it’s the angle between the chord line of a hydrofoil and the relative flow direction of the water.
Hydrofin Super Fly Installation
Interested in knowing the steps of our Hydrofin Super Fly installation? Here are the major steps summarized in an easy to read and digestible format.
Will Hydrofoils work on my tritoon boat? The good, bad, and ugly
Many tritoon boats are great candidates for hydrofoils but there are a few qualifying questions that must be answered first. It mainly comes down to the current boat speed and number of lifting strakes already on the boat.