Thilo, who runs Boardschmiede, has been shaping and crafting boards since 2014.
It is meanwhile a well known amongst kitesurfers, that Thilo is always focused to shape/design well balanced boards wich are intuitive to ride, easy to control and delivers a safe feeling on the water.
The most current state of the art regarding kiteboards are his three board shapes:
- Freerider IV
- Voyager
- Booster
If you know him well, you know:
He's constantly chasing the next level of superiority in performance. Therefor he is working on every item, on every aspect that might makes a board a better board.
He is restlessly rethinking common myths and mainstream-opinions, what made him a notorious hidden super-innovator.
His latest coup is the ORCA performance fin.
Thilo´s Orca-Fin is loved by riders for significantly improving the performance of a twintip, especially in terms of grip and control. Many riders are highlight how the fins enhance their ability to perform big air jumps, improve takeoffs, and increase upwind performance and control.
The fins are said to offer remarkable stability, specially in stronger winds and choppy conditions, and riders appreciate the extra grip, making takeoffs smoother and landings more controlled.
Overall, the Orca fins are described as a "game changer" and maybe next standard fin for both beginners and experienced riders, helping them achieve better speed, grip, and control.
Even those who were initially skeptical about the size or playfulness of the fins were impressed by their performance, noting they still felt playful despite the added grip.