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Hydrofoiler XE-1

Hydrofoiler XE-1

Hydrofoiler XE-1 is the world's first hydrofoil e-bike by Manta5 that first appeared at 2020 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.[1]

About

Manta5's pedal-powered hydrofoil bike is capable of reaching speeds of 20km/h, has variable levels of assist and can be packed down to fit in a car for easy transportation.[1] Unlike any terrestrial bike, the Manta5’s pedals spin a propeller, not a wheel.

This rear-mounted propeller moves the bike forward.

The submerged wings, called hydrofoils, sit where wheels would be on a bicycle, helping disperse the rider’s weight and keeping them on the surface.

As the rider pedals forward, they work like wings, reducing drag and pushing the bike up out of the water.

In order to gather speed quickly and keep the Manta5 floating upright, a 400-watt pedal-assist motor adds boost to each stroke.

And a waterproof, rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides power to the system.[7]

The Hydrofoiler has been in production for seven years and went through seven prototypes before Manta5 arrived at the finished product.

The carbon fibre hydrofoils make it lightweight, coming in at 20kg.

A streamlined profile makes the bike hydro and aerodynamically efficient.[1]

The bikes cost $7,490.00 USD each, and can be pre-ordered on the Manta5 website with a 50% deposit for a summer 2020 delivery.[1]

References

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