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Foil Drive’s latest surf masterclass offers valuable insights and practical tips to enhance your surf foiling experience. Paul from Foil Drive shares his knowledge, focusing on techniques to use thrust effectively, improve takeoffs, and navigate waves with precision. This blog breaks down the key lessons and actionable steps from the masterclass, ensuring you can maximize your time on the water. 1. Getting Started with Foil DrivePreparation is Key: Check the propeller bolts, battery gr …

Appletree Surfboards and Foil Drive joined forces to create an informative and exciting day of testing. With a diverse crew of riders, a range of board shapes, and Foil Drive setups, the goal was simple—figure out how different boards and skill levels impact the Foil Drive experience. From beginners to seasoned experts, the day was packed with learnings, challenges, and plenty of fun. Riders and Their Setups Dominic (Foil Drive Europe Rep): A seasoned expert in Foil Drive, Dominic …

Judging by the number of calls we get about the Gen2 Foil Drive, it's a popular choice for foilers wanting to get more out of their sessions, but the number of battery options can be a little overwhelming. There are two main units to choose from, each with two battery sizes (three if you count the travel batteries, though it's pretty obvious when to choose those). Ryan and Aaron are here to clear up the confusion and help you confidently choose the right combination for your Foil Drive needs. …

Have you ever considered traveling to northern Perú for a kite trip? Up until a couple months ago, I hadn't either. I'm Cole from MACkite, and I'm going to share my experience kiting in Perú and give you tips on how to get there, where to stay, and things to do outside of kiting.When to GoNorthern Perú is an epic spot that you're definitely going to want to put on your list. The kiting is good from about April through December, with the most consistent wind coming in August through November …

Although the Waydoo Evo is one of the more modestly-priced eFoil options out there, it's still an investment for most people. When you're dropping that kind of cash, it's nice to know ahead of time exactly what you're getting. We get it, so here's Eli to do an unboxing of what will show up with your order!RemoteGood things come in small packages, and in the smallest one you'll find the remote, charger, remote wrist leash, and instructions for the remote.Rear WingAnother small box contains …

All of a sudden, it seems like wings with booms are everywhere. Maybe you've been to a recent event and noticed that many of the best riders were using them. If they are, should you be? Well, it depends. Like so many gear choices in watersports, it comes down to things like your riding style, weight, experience, and personal preference, among other considerations. So what's the deal with booms, and should your next wing have one?Benefits of a BoomA lot of brands are now giving riders the c …

When you embark on your foiling journey, it's all about big, stable gear that'll get you up and riding. Falling and getting back on your board takes a lot of time and energy, and the less of that you do, the faster you'll be successful and begin to progress.Now you're on foil and cruising without too much trouble, and you're starting to think about that next step. Your buddies are on mid-size boards and downwind boards, so you're thinking it might be time for you to pick one up. We get it. …

A few weeks ago, we highlighted F-One's commitment to sustainability, so it should come as no surprise that they've teamed up with Brainchild to produce their latest kite, the Trigger. Its bold look is matched by its big air ability, but that's not the only reason to love it. It also makes full use of Brainchild's eco-friendly technologies.What Is the Trigger?Legendary kite designer and Brainchild founder Ralf Grosel is responsible for this kite that is ready to visit the clouds. Although i …

Has a Foil Drive fan in your life been good this year and Santa needs to stuff their stocking with only the best? Or maybe they've got a birthday coming up and you want to surprise them with something they'll use every time they head out for a session. Ryan from MACkite has some easy gift ideas that will make sure they know they're special!Dielectric Battery GreaseFoil Drives ship with a little tube of this, but you need to reapply it to the battery terminals regularly. It's something that …

They say experience is the best teacher and that necessity is the mother of invention. And after blowing a few sessions with forgotten, lost, loaned, broken, or dropped parts, we have learned that we needed to create a kit to cover every contingency that might keep us off the water. Behold: The Ultimate Wing Foil Spare Parts kit.Why Do I Need This?Ryan and Jeff have been there, and perhaps you have, too. You're at the beach, you pull out your wing, foil, and board, and then you realize your …

With Andrea Principi back on the water to defend his crown and the first-ever Women's Division being added to the event, the 2024 Red Bull King of the Air in Cape Town was one for the history books. A crowd of 7,000 lined the beach, with thousands more joining the livestream to watch the event unfold. Day 1 brought light morning conditions, but that all changed in the afternoon. Epic wind ushered the competitors onto the water, where they displayed some incredible tricks. In a bid for a bac …

The third and final stop of the GKA Freestyle Kite World Cup tour in 2024 could hardly have been more exciting. Maxime Chabloz from Switzerland was leading the rankings, but not by much and faced stiff competition from the other board leaders. Adding to the uncertainty was a less-than-perfect wind forecast for the normally reliably steady spot. The finals were held at Fuwairit Kite Beach on a lagoon that opens to the Arabian Sea in Qatar. Typical conditions offer mirror-flat waters an …

The newest addition to the foil cornucopia... foil-copia... cornu-foila...? Whatever the metaphorical mashup, parawinging is injecting yet another dose of innovation and excitement to the windsport world. Ensis has smartly launched the Roger wing in anticipation of this hot new trend. Parawings, a hybrid of single-skin kite and wingfoil design, offer easy, wind-driven fun and the ability to quickly pack and stow the wing for extended wave riding and downwind glides. After being stowed, they c …

Have you ever tried what seems like a million of something, only to find they all fall short in one way or another? And then you finally find THE ONE, and it's the greatest feeling, knowing that your search is over and you can enjoy using that perfect thing. For Kristen, that perfect thing may well be the AK Durable Supply Co. Method RS harness.The Ratchet SystemThe standout feature of the Method is the ratchet system, which is what RS stands for. With more of an hourglass shape, Kristen fo …

From time to time your Waydoo EVO will have firmware updates available. It's important to install these since they'll contain bug fixes and add new features. MACkite's Eli has created a step-by-step guide to walk you through updating the various components of your Waydoo so you can have a fun, trouble-free experience out on the water. Before You Begin... Make sure you're all charged up. Your Waydoo battery, the controller, and your device with the Waydoo app should all be charged so that nothi …