Riding the Waves
Dasanie Pena
In 2011, the idea of a aquatic surfing bicycle was brought up by Guy Howard-Willis. Following 7 years of experimenting and research, the Hydrofoiler XE-1 was made. This design is a mix of a bicycle, surfboard, and hydro foil.
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The two partners of the invention are Guy Howard-Willis and Roland Alonzo (photographed below). The two partners call their invention a hydrofoiler bike watercraft. The design resembles a standstill stationary bike found at gyms. This invention is lighter than a water scooter. The bike cruises on water with the use of a pedal and a 400 W e-bike motor. If the bike is not in motion, it can submerge itself a few feet without sinking. This way it may be restarted without having to bring the bike to shore.
“When I ride the Hydrofoiler, I can draw similarities to riding my road bikes. The issue was around man’s ability on water, we have so many great watercraft out there, I wanted to push the envelope on what could be done for bicycle and water enthusiasts,” Howard- Willis said.
The Hydrofoiler XE-1 costs about $5,500.
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