Hugh, firstly could you please give our readers a bit of an overview of the new ShiftLock system and how it’s integrated into the wing…
HP: ShiftLock is wing handle technology that allows for unlimited handle positions along a strong, lightweight and flexible track system that is part of the wing strut. We have various carbon handle lengths ranging from compact 250mm handles to 400mm, 500mm and the 1100mm boom. You can mix and match the sizes to suit your riding style and quickly shift them into position and lock them in place with North’s standardized T40 foil tool. North offers accessories that also easily lock onto the ShiftLock track, like an action camera mount or a SUP paddle shaft mount that can also work as an action camera pole mount.
Jeroen, this was your concept initially. When did your idea first come about? What spurred you into coming up with it?
JH: I am more of a kitesurfer than a wingfoiler. Yet, just like everyone else, I looked at the emerging wingfoiling sport with interest. I probably would have dismissed
