Appletree Zapple – Designed for Foil Drive!
The Zapple was developed in close collaboration with the Foil Drive team and is fully compatible with the Foil Drive system. Its recessed design reduces water drag and positions the battery weight closer to your feet, enhancing control during tight turns and at high speeds. The specially designed nose optimizes signal transmission – ensuring uninterrupted connectivity even in challenging conditions.
Key Benefits of the Zapple
- Less drag: The recessed layout reduces surface contact and minimizes resistance.
- Optimized weight distribution: Battery positioned closer to your feet for improved turning control.
- Surface skipping: Smooth gliding over the water surface when motoring back to the lineup.
- Enhanced foiling performance: Reduced propeller drag, better flow for pure foiling sessions.
- Extended battery efficiency: Lower resistance means longer ride time.
- Signal optimized: Special nose window for reliable signal transmission.
- Fully compatible with Foil Drive barrel bolts (coming soon).
- Includes comfortable deck pad – strap inserts available as an option.
Why ride a small board?
Thanks to the additional power of the Foil Drive, you can ride a much smaller board. The available sizes (38 L, 46 L, 54 L) offer agile, compact options. Larger sizes are also a smart choice for easier starts in flat water or for extra safety during offshore downwinders.
Precision Built – Foil Drive Compatible
Appletree's unique vacuum infusion technology ensures ultra-stiff, durable, and lightweight boards. The Zapple is specifically engineered for Foil Drive integration, featuring CNC-cut foil boxes with high-density PET honeycomb and Futures One Shot boxes. The seamless construction guarantees perfect performance with increased impact resistance and maximum power transfer.
Conclusion
The Zapple is your perfect companion for Foil Drive sessions, offering effortless control, fast glide, and reliable signal transmission.
Size Chart – Appletree Zapple
| Length (ft/in & cm) | Width (in & cm) | Thickness (in & cm) | Volume (L) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5'0" / 152 cm | 18.5" / 47 cm | 3.3" / 8.4 cm | 38 |
| 5'4" / 163 cm | 18.5" / 47 cm | 3.8" / 9.7 cm | 46 |
| 5'8" / 173 cm | 19.5" / 49.5 cm | 3.9" / 9.9 cm | 54 |
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Material / Construction
- 50K closed cell foam – waterproof, highly flexible core
- 100% carbon construction for maximum stiffness and responsiveness
- CNC-cut Futures One Shot foil boxes
- Foil box embedded in high-density PET honeycomb
- Vacuum infusion technology for perfect lamination
- Reinforcements under foot to prevent heel dents
- Optional strap inserts
Scope of Delivery
- Appletree Zapple board
- 100% carbon construction
- Comfortable deck pad with kick tail
- Pre-installed foil box (Futures One Shot boxes)
