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Foil Drive has just released a new model, the Fusion. What is it, and should you get that or the Max? They're similar but have some important differences, so Ryan and Hunter are here to go over those and what sort of rider might enjoy each one. What Is the Foil Drive Fusion? Some people enjoy using their Foil Drive in eFoil mode, with the propeller low on the mast so it's always in the water. The Fusion has embraced that use and offers a longer, more powerful runtime. With the ability to …

Can I Use Stick-On Strap Inserts? You love your board, but the board designers decided that it would be a strap-free zone and you'd really like to have the option of straps. Or maybe there aren't inserts at your preferred foot position. Now you can make your board fit your feet like it was custom made just for you. NSI's stick-on footstraps inserts come in sets of 2 or 4, and screws are included. You'll need two stick-on inserts for each strap (one for each end of the strap), so be sure …

Cole had a chance to test the new FLITELab boards and meet up with designer Chris Reynolds. Chris was kind enough to take an hour out of his day to do an on-the-beach interview with Cole and provide some in-depth insights into his long-awaited board, jet, and foils. It was an interesting journey to get from concept to release, and we think it's well worth the watch or read. Many thanks to both for getting this info out there! Jump to a Topic The RAW BoardThe AMP BoardThe AMPJetThe FLUX F …

With the release of the FLITELab AMP, you might be wondering how it compares to Foil Drive and whether one is better for you. Cole has experience with both and is ready to share his insights into which he would choose for different foiling disciplines. What's the Difference Between Foil Drive and FLITELab? First off, what are they? Both are foil assist products meant to help you get up on foil and then turn off so you can do your thing, though the Foil Drive can be ridden as a full-time e …

MACkite has a new addition to the crew and the winging team, but Skip is no stranger to wind sports or even the shop. Follow along as Jeff and Ryan ask Skip about his journey on the water and how it led to winging. What challenges did he face, and did his prior experience help? Skipping Across the Water Skip is far from a new face around MACkite. As a windsurfer, he thought this new kiteboarding thing looked interesting and asked his local kite shop if they'd be bringing any kiteboarding ge …

Ryan from MACkite has a nifty, convenient upgrade for foilers. He's been using the Konrad Click nuts with his foils for a while now and absolutely loves them. He's also got some tips to share that will make them as secure, useful, and unobtrusive as possible while out on the water.What are Konrad Click Nuts? Konrad Click nuts replace the screws that attach your foil to your board. (You'll still use your own track nuts, though, so hang on to those!) They have a nice, big wing for tool-le …

Dockstarting can be a fun challenge with your foil. Just ask Pat! (Link warning: Goofiness inside.) If you love to pump on flat water, it's almost a required skill. But you do need enough dock length without pilings in the way so you can run up with your foilboard. Then you need to drop your foil into the water at just the right angle and still manage to hop aboard without losing your center of balance. North has tackled this hurdle and created something that every dockstarting enthusiast should …

Ryan and Cole talk about some new Axis stabilizers, who they're for, and why you might want one in your setup. Ryan: A lot of times, the stabilizer choice gets overlooked, but it's a great way to upgrade your foil or change some characteristics about it. So today we're going to look at the Axis Progressive series stabilizers versus the Skinny series and what some of the differences are that you're going to notice when you switch back and forth between the two styles.Axis Skinny Series S …

Are you using the best front wing for your Foil Drive setup? It's hard to generalize wing recommendations with so many skill levels and sizes of riders, but we've developed a pretty good understanding of what works for riders 200lbs or less on a board around 5 feet in length and 50 to 90L of volume, and Cole is going to share that here.Wings Under 1000 cm2 A wing smaller than 1,000 cm2 is going to be very difficult to get up on foil because of how fast you'll need to be going to get enough li …

Jeff and Tucker are excited to announce their top foils for 2023. Hydrofoil is one of their favorite categories because of how it allows you to take your winging to the next level, and they've ridden every foil they could get their hands on.1. Best Foil for Beginners This was a close one, but we've agreed on the Cabrina Fusion as the best beginner foil in our shop right now. It's a quality design and it's easy to learn on, but it also offers quite a bit of progression. With regar …

Tucker and Ryan share some tips that they wish they'd known when they first started foil driving so you can get on the water faster without accidentally causing any damage to your new Foil Drive unit. While the tips are primarily for the Foil Drive Generation 2, many also apply to the Assist Plus. Have Patience We know, we know. Your Foil Drive has just been delivered and your excitement is at level 11. You're ready to head to the beach, throw it together, and get in the water. Trust us- that …

You've got your Gen2 Foil Drive MAX and want to get out on the water. What is included in your kit? How do you install it so you can go ride? In the Box In the MAX kit you've got the main unit, which is where everything happens, and two nose cones: the large for the Power battery and the smaller nose cone for the Sport battery. It also comes with the battery you selected at purchase, the battery charger, and grease for waterproofing the battery terminals. Underneath the charger are tools with …

Generation 2 of the Foil Drive has finally been revealed! The team at Foil Drive has been fine-tuning it for two-and-a-half years, and the result is two additions to the lineup: the Assist MAX and the Assist Slim.Slim vs. MAX The Slim, as the name implies, is the slimmer, lower-profile version and offers a lighter weight and higher performance, making it great for advanced riders who are ripping turns. The MAX gives maximum power and run time, which is perfect for most riders. New Hou …

Foil Drive has gotten a bunch of the crew together to have a chat about the Gen 2 Foil Drive to help you decide whether the MAX or Slim is right for you. They have a varied range of riding styles and levels, so you may find an opinion that resonates with you.Dom: I'm Dominic, and I've been using Foil Drive and the Gen 2 for over a year and the Assist and Assist Plus literally from the word "go". I weigh 82 kilos, and 85 with neoprene. I'm a little bit older than everybody else around the ta …

The first time that you look at a hydrofoil, you may not realize that there's a lot going on underneath the surface of the water. Here, Cole talks about what each piece of the hydrofoil is called and what role each piece plays in your wake foil experience. Mast Plate The mast plate, or pedestal, is responsible for connecting the board to the rest of the foil. If you look at the mast plate, you will see that one side has a structure on it, and the other side is flat. The flat side of the mast …