Yes, customers found it suitable riding in conditions with ocean chop, wind chop, and swell.

The bike floats upright in the water when stationary. When you stop pedalling, the bike will lower until the chassis is floating on the surface. Riders can stay on the saddle semi-submerged when stationary.

A minimum depth of 3ft (1m) is required to ride the bike. However, to perform the submerged launch would require a minimum water depth of 7ft (2m).

Regulations vary from region and location. Please check with your local harbour authority or Ride Spot Operator.

Maximum weight for the rider is 220 pounds (100kg). Heavier riders will be able to foil, however, our factory recommended limit for warranty and other purposes is currently 100kg.

Riders do so at their own risk. The best ride experiences can be found on the rolling swells out behind a break. Hydrofoil bikes are heavier than a surfboard or SUP and should never be ridden in the breaking surf zone near other water users (swimmers & surfers).

Minimal maintence required. Rinse with fresh water after use in salt water. 

Simple scheduled seal replacement during each service. Access for servicing/replacing modules requires minimal hand tools.

Modularity is built into sub-assemblies for more affordable repairs. For example, when a fault occurs the replacement is of the affected module, not the whole assembly​.

The total ride time (battery life) may differ when operating in extreme ambient temperatures. 

For example, all lithium batteries achieve optimum service life if used at 68ºF (20°C) or slightly below. If, for example, a battery operates at 86ºF (30°C) instead of a more moderate lower room temperature, the cycle life is reduced by ~20 percent.

Hydrofoilers are designed for use in salt water, but like most saltwater products should be washed down with fresh water after use.

The hydrofoil chassis can be repaired by your local Ride Spot Operator. Manta5 Limited Warranty covers damage caused by defects in the materials or workmanship of the product only.

SL3+ total 88 lbs (40kgs)

SL3 Pro total 81 lbs (37kgs)

Added modularity to the SL3 has reduced the overall carry weight with the heaviest module being 30 lbs (13.9kg)

4.5 ft High, 6.5 ft Wide, 7.2 ft Long
(1.4 m High x 2 m Wide x 2.2 m Long)

The Hydrofoiler SL3 features quick connection parts that break the bike into 5 sub-assemblies. Transport in a car and carry each module to the waterside by hand.