KT Foiling - Manuals - Hollow Precautions

Pros of Using Gore-Tex Vents in Watersports.

1. Pressure Equalization (Breathability)
– Allows air to pass through while preventing water ingress.
– Reduces risk of pressure build-up and delamination in boards due to thermal expansion, especially in hot environments.

2. Waterproof & Salt-Resistant
– Microporous membrane structure blocks water and salt, which helps protect internal components and construction layers.

3. Prevents Mold/Mildew Build-Up
– By allowing internal moisture vapor to escape (vapor permeability), it helps reduce internal condensation and mold growth.

4. Durability
– Gore’s expanded PTFE membrane is known for being chemically and UV resistant, suitable for harsh marine environments.

5. Maintenance-Free (Passive System)
– No need to open or close it manually—unlike screw vents that can be forgotten or misused.

Cons of Using Gore-Tex Vents in Watersports.

1. Cost
– More expensive than manual or simpler vent systems. This adds to the product BOM.

2. Risk of Membrane Contamination or Clogging
– Fine sand, oils, or waxes can clog the micropores over time, reducing performance.

3. Durability under Impact or Abuse
– If installed in exposed locations, it can be damaged by impacts or abrasion (e.g., surfboard deck or nose).

4. Limited Airflow Capacity
– The passive airflow rate might not be enough for large, air-filled volumes under rapid temperature changes (e.g., rapid sun exposure).

5. Installation Sensitivity
– Must be properly sealed and positioned to ensure function and avoid leaks. Improper install can negate its benefits.

Cookies.

We care about your privacy. We use cookies strictly to provide you with the best possible experience. Privacy Policy.

Strictly Necessary.

The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network.

Statistical Purposes.

The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you. The technical storage or access that is used exclusively for anonymous statistical purposes. Without a subpoena, voluntary compliance on the part of your Internet Service Provider, or additional records from a third party, information stored or retrieved for this purpose alone cannot usually be used to identify you.

Enhanced Functionality.

These cookies also enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering user preferences or improving the user experience. Some of these cookies may be set by third-party social media platforms integrated into our site. While they do not track users for advertising purposes, they may collect engagement data for analytics or improve content recommendations within their respective platforms. If you block these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.

Marketing

The technical storage or access is required to create user profiles to send advertising, or to track the user on a website or across several websites for similar marketing purposes.

First Name*
Country: *
Rating* 1 2 3 4 5

Review*

Hollow Precautions

Mandatory.

Hollow board. Air inside.

Do not let board get hot.

Pros of Using Gore-Tex Vents in Watersports.

Cons of Using Gore-Tex Vents in Watersports.

Feedback

Share your opinion

KT Foiling.

The Brand.

Forward Maui.

The Company.

Cookies.