The State of the Mast

The State of the Mast

I think I saw on social media someone call 2022 “the year of the mast.” Nearly every major brand introduced a new “performance” or “high modulus” mast after recognizing the importance of mast stiffness on foil control and for simply managing the ever increasing loads...
Evolution Cedrus

Evolution Cedrus

Project Cedrus is no longer just a project for me. What started 6 years ago on my dining room table has arguably revolutionized the foil industry and somewhat unexpectedly turned into my full-time job. From 3D printed edges masking taped to a hollow carbon box, the...
Notes on Ventilation

Notes on Ventilation

Ventilation is a very complex phenomena, and while I have addressed the concept many times directly with clients via email, or made postings on instagram, I think it’s time to write  blog entry about it because there is still a lot of confusion and general lack of...
Engineered Aluminum

Engineered Aluminum

In 2016 I set out to change the landscape of carbon foil masts. I was very clear from the onset: Project Cedrus was to be 30% lighter with greater stiffness and strength than any other mast on the market, or I had failed. Now in 2022, in the last few months alone,...