Appletree Big Zapple Foilboard
Appletree Big Zapple Foilboard - 5'2"-65L is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
Australia Post Express will take 1-3 business days, usually 1 day if the delivery address is within the next day guarantee area
Australia Post Parcel Post takes 3-5 business days to most other areas of Australia.
Courier - we use various courier brands and choose the least costly with the speediest service and typically take 3-5 business days. (remote areas like NW Australia, NT and Northern QLD can take a couple of days longer)
Shipping Terms
By accessing, browsing or purchasing from kitepower.com.au you signify your acceptance of the following (and reasonable) shipping & returns policy:
- In most cases, goods are delivered to residents in Australia by Australia Post. Items valued at over $100 are sent by Registered Post or Courier - which will require a signature on delivery (so someone needs to be at the shipping address to sign during normal business hours).
- We offer free shipping on orders valued over $200 (a signature is required). Items longer than 1m or heavier than 10kg may need to be sent via a Courier, and cannot be sent to a PO Box. We will contact you if this is the case, and you will need to provide a daytime address where someone can sign for the goods upon delivery.
- If you return an item that was shipped for free and because you changed you mind, we will deduct a reasonable shipping fee from the refund for the item you returned.
- Shipping times are estimates and NOT guaranteed unless a premium overnight service is purchased, this will need to be arranged over the phone or via e-mail if you need something by a specific date. Auspost shipping times can be viewed here -https://auspost.com.au/business/shipping/delivery-speeds-and-coverage
*Free Shipping excludes certain large items, like surfboards wing/sup foil boards and large bulky items like travel bags.
Shipping to Remote locations:
If you purchase a bulky item* and are located in a remote location we will most likely contact you via phone or email to settle on a shipping fee.
In general, if the shipping fee comes out to be more than 10% (full price) or 5% (sale price) of the value of the order we will ask you to pay the difference.
Eg.
- For full priced orders, if an order has a value of $500 and the most affordable shipping option available is $60 we will request $10 for shipping.
- For sale priced orders, if an order has a value of $500 and the most affordable shipping option available is $60 we will request $35 for shipping.
*defined as having a packing length longer than 105cm and/or heavier than 2kgs.
Refunds
We will charge a fee (which is simply the non refundable fee charged to Kitepower by the credit card processor) if you use the the payment link on our invoices. The fee is 2.5% of the sale amount and will be deducted from your refund. This condition ONLY applies to payments made through the link on our invoices.
If you purchase directly from our website and pay via the website there will be no refund fee, and the same applies to PayPal payments as neither of these payment gateways charge non refundable fees on payments.
Description
Description
The ultimate board to start foiling
The Big Zapple is engineered specifically for first timers, schools and lesson environments, making it the ultimate beginner board. Constructed to withstand the daily abuse of first-time foilers, it provides a seamless connection for the Foil Drive. Its shape is designed for maximum stability, ensuring that beginners take their first steps into the foil world with total confidence.
Whether you are a school looking to professionalize your fleet, a beginner seeking a stable platform to learn on, or a family looking for a versatile board that everyone can ride, the Big Zapple delivers an incredibly easy learning experience.
Technical highlights
The Big Zapple features a series of technical specs designed for durability and ease of use in high-use environments:
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Ultra strong construction: Built with a Carbon-Glass-HEX-SKIN layup for high-intensity durability.
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Reinforced deck: The deck is further reinforced with an extra HEX-SKIN layer to protect against elbow and knee dents from daily school use.
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Foil Drive integration: Features a recessed trench and long foil boxes for a seamless, zero-drag connection with Foil Drive systems.
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Signal window: A specialized "signal window" is incorporated in the board's nose to ensure uninterrupted performance and connectivity.
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Maximum stability: A refined outline and volume distribution provide superior balance for confident learning.
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Waterproof core: Built with our signature 50K closed-cell foam. If you get a ding during a lesson, the board won't absorb a drop of water.
Who is this board for?
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Foil schools: The ideal tool for professionalizing your fleet with a board specifically designed for student success. It provides the stability and seamless Foil Drive integration needed to create a high-end, professional lesson environment.
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First-time foilers: Ideal for those looking for the most stable and forgiving entry into foiling with the assistance of a Foil Drive.
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Families: A stiff and stable "all-rounder" that provides a safe and easy experience for every member of the family.
Refined Setup
The board comes equipped with a comfy 3mm EVA traction pad with kicktail on the deck. While available in our standard white and black, you can opt for custom colors and artwork to match your school’s branding.
Construction
Every Big Zapple is built using our specialized vacuum-infusion process and our ultra-strong Carbon-Glass-HEX-SKIN construction. This method ensures the resin is pulled perfectly through the fibers for ultimate connectivity and extreme durability. The combination of our 50K waterproof closed-cell foam and the reinforced deck, featuring an extra HEX-SKIN layer, makes this board exceptionally resilient to daily school use and impacts. It is designed to maintain its structural integrity session after session, ensuring it won't absorb a drop of water even if it gets a ding.
Payment & Security
Payment methods
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