Appleslice Zapple Foil Drive Foil Board
$1,849.00 – $1,949.00
A fully Foil Drive compatible board that minimizes water turbulence, reduces drag, and positions the battery closer to riders for enhanced riding performance.
Description
Zapple: Designed for Foil Drive!
The Zapple is a fully Foil Drive compatible board! Designed with help from the Foil Drive team, it fits the Foil Drive seamlessly to minimize water turbulence. Its recessed layout reduces drag and positions the battery weight closer to your feet, giving you greater control during tight turns and high-speed runs.
Key advantages of the Zapple
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Reduced Drag: The recess decreases surface area, significantly minimizing drag.
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Improved Weight Distribution: Positioning the battery closer to your feet enhances control, particularly in turns, by reducing the tendency of the weight to shift outward.
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Surface Skipping Capability: When motoring back to the lineup, the board can skim across the water without the battery box causing drag, allowing for smoother rides and higher prop placement on the mast.
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Enhanced Foiling Performance: The reduced likelihood of the prop hitting the water improves flow during non-motorized foiling sessions.
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Extended Battery Life: Lower drag optimizes battery efficiency, enabling longer foiling sessions.
No more signal issues
The Zapple effectively tackles one of the most common challenges: signal interruptions caused by water and carbon fiber. The Zapple has an advanced signal optimization, eliminating interruptions, even in demanding conditions.
We designed a special nose for the Zapple, acting as a “signal window”. The antenna for the Foil Drive is located in line with the track, to help the signal pass into the board, so make sure the foam strips provided with your Foil Drive kit are packed in there, to avoid signal blocking by water. So as long as you have at least a part of the nose above the water and you pack the track with foam there should be zero issues!
Get away with riding a small board
The Zapple is available in three sizes: 38L, 46L and 54L. With the added power you can get away with riding a very small board. But the bigger sizes also make sense, as they make getting up in the flats easier and also will provide this extra security when doing downwinders far out at sea. The boards are essentially midlength models, with the foil placed quite far forward, this makes the extra length and volume less noticeable.
Easy battery replacement
Ensuring the trench is fully compatible with the Foil Drive battery was an obvious choice, as it eliminates voids that cause drag and drain battery energy. To add convenience, the Foil Drive team has developed special barrel bolts, making battery replacement as straightforward as on a board without a trench. Easy and seamless.
Precision built
Our unique vacuum infusion technology we use on all our boards, allows us to make complex shapes with ease and ensure a very durable construction. We did a big test with all our board models and the Foil Drive, and we found that our 2024 midlength prone boards worked the best, by a long shot. So those were the starting points to add the recess to.
Deck pad included
The Zapple comes with comfortable pads with plenty of grip and a kick tail so you can feel where you are on the board. Inserts for straps are available as a custom option.
Zapple Board Specs
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Width |
Thickness |
Volume |
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5’0” |
18.5” |
1.3” |
38L |
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5’4” |
18.5” |
1.8” |
46L |
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5’8” |
19.5” |
1.9” |
54L |
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Shipping & Delivery
SHIPPING WITH BIG WINDS
Rates, Common Questions, and Our Fastest,
Safest, Money Saving Board Delivery Ever!
U.S. SHIPPING RATES
Rates apply to mainland U.S.
Transit time calculated in business days.
| ITEM/ORDER | 7-10 Days | 3-6 Days | Need It Quicker? | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orders Less Than $100 | $15.00 | $24.99 | By Quote | |||
| Most Orders of $100 or More | Free | $24.99 | By Quote | |||
| EXCEPTIONS | ||||||
| All Used Gear (U.S. Only) | Shipping Rate is Cited on Product Pages | |||||
| Wing Foil Boards | $99 to Nearby Major Airport Freight Facility | |||||
| Downwind SUP Foil Boards | $99 to Nearby Major Airport Freight Facility | |||||
| Windsurf & Wsurf Foil Boards (10' and Under) | $99 to Nearby Major Airport Freight Facility | |||||
| Inflatable Boards (SUP & Wing) | $50 | $75 | By Quote | |||
| Directional Kitesurf & Kite Foil Boards | $50 | $75 | By Quote | |||
| SUP Paddles | $35 | $50 | By Quote | |||
| Board Bag: Flat Day Bags | $35 | $50 | By Quote | |||
| Board Bags: Wheeled/Walled Bags | $65 | $99 | By Quote | |||
| Windsurf Sails 7.0 meter or Larger | By Quote | |||||
| Windsurf Masts 460 cm or Longer | By Quote | |||||
| Alloy Windsurfing Booms 150 cm or Larger | $35 | $50 | By Quote | |||
COMMON QUESTIONS
Where's My Order's Tracking Link?
Tracking info is shared via email within 72 hours of most orders being placed. Be sure to check spam or "Promotions" folder in your Inbox, as sometimes our messages land there.
No Tracking Info Displays on Shipper's Website ...
It can take 48 hours for tracking info to display. Rest assured, your package is en route. Make sure to enter the BOL # (Bill of Lading) with no spaces in the tracking field.
Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico?
Yes, we have shipped to these locations for decades by quote. Please share your address, the item(s) you needed shipped, and if an airport cargo depot pickup is possible.
Canada and International Locations?
We ship to Canada lots, and the Caribbean some. Get a quote. We rarely ship items to Europe, Asia, and Australia as it's spendy. Quotes for international orders do not include import duties.
How Can I Be Sure My Board Arrives Intact?
Opt for our $99 "To Nearby Airport" shipping option at checkout. It relies on passenger planes, and offers our safest delivery. More far below.
What if My Board Arrives Damaged?
We'll work with our shipping partner to get you a repair credit or a replacement board. Please send photos of the damaged board (and box) to shipping@bigwinds.com.
My board made it ...
But no foot straps, fins, or vent plug?
Look closely through the packaging. Fins, foot straps and vent plugs are often concealed in a sheath of cardboard that's easy to discard. Also, check inside the board box, and shake the box to be sure. You'll likely dislodge a small box containing the missing items.
HOW WE SHIP BOARDS
OPTION 1
MAINLAND U.S.
NEARBY MAJOR AIRPORT, $99
Fast
Boards depart Thursday each week, and are available for pickup Friday or over the weekend.
Safe
Minimal handling, and processing. No trucks, or gritty freight facilities. We ship using passenger planes, and direct flights when possible.
Easy
Most airport cargo depots are just far enough from main terminals to allow free parking, and easy entry. Pickup instructions and tracking info are shared via email Friday morning.
Which Major Airport is Near Me?
This link to Alaska Airlines’ options is a starting point. If no nearby options exist, we'll work with American, United and Delta airlines for a closer solution. Questions? Contact us!
OPTION 2
ALASKA, HAWAII, PUERTO RICO
NEARBY MAJOR AIRPORT, $150
Fast
Boards depart Thursday each week, and are available for pickup Friday or over the weekend.
Safe
Minimal handling, and processing. No trucks, or gritty freight facilities. We ship using passenger planes, and direct flights when possible.
Easy
Most airport cargo depots are just far enough from main terminals to allow free parking, and easy entry. Pickup instructions and tracking info are shared via email Friday morning.
Which Major Airport is Near Me?
This link to Alaska Airlines’ options is a starting point. If no nearby options exist, we'll work with American, United and Delta airlines for a closer solution. Questions? Contact us!
OPTION 3
BUSINESS OR RESIDENTIAL DELIVERY
BY QUOTE
Residential or Business Board Delivery
We'll work with freight partners for the lowest possible rate. Delivery time is 7-10 business days. Quotes typically land in the $350 - $500 range, though Big Winds will often cover a portion of this fee. Get a quote.
International Board Delivery
Board shipping rates for most international destinations are extremely pricey. But we can ship boards to Canada for as low as $275 plus duties and taxes. We can also stow your board for an upcoming Gorge visit, and help with a board bag and packing materials to ensure it flies home with you safely.
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