Surf Foil

Ride countless waves and tap into wind or ground swell with ease.

ESCAPE THE CROWDS

Downwind foiling is the art of riding wind swell and open-ocean energy to unlock long, uninterrupted glides for kilometres at a time. Instead of waiting in a lineup for breaking waves, foils miraculously have the ideal efficiency to tap into rolling swell bumps across almost any body of water.

Without a Foil Drive, downwinding is notoriously known as the most technical discipline in foiling due to messy, hard-to-read energy, choppy water, variable bump quality, and the foil control required to weave through these conditions.

Surf Foiling Turns Small, Soft Waves into Endless Glide

Foil Drive removes barriers. Our hybrid assist helps everyone from first-time foilers to pro riders get into waves earlier, lift onto foil in the flats, and turn any swell direction or conditions into longer, more adventurous sessions spent actually riding instead of waiting. Motor into position on unbroken waves way out the back or use your kit as a paddle assist to catch the smallest bump.

Open up more surf foil spots and far more conditions, all while keeping the natural, responsive feel of true surf foiling. The Foil Drive system easily mounts onto any prone, wing, or SUP foil and board, giving you the freedom to explore empty waves and unlock more rideable water than ever before.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is surf foiling?

Surf foiling uses a hydrofoil mounted under a board to lift you above the water, allowing you to glide smoothly across waves with less drag and more speed.

How does Foil Drive help with surf foiling?

Foil Drive provides electric assist to help you get into waves earlier, lift onto foil in flat water, and stay riding longer, without changing the natural feel of surf foiling.

Is surf foiling hard to learn?

Traditional surf foiling has a steep learning curve, requiring strong paddling and precise wave timing. Foil Drive lowers the barrier by assisting takeoff and reducing reliance on perfect waves.

Can beginners use Foil Drive for surf foiling?

Yes. Foil Drive is designed for all levels, from first-time foilers to experienced riders, making learning faster and sessions more enjoyable.

Will Foil Drive fit my existing foil setup?

Foil Drive systems are designed to mount to all prone, SUP, and wing foil boards and foils, making it easy to integrate into your current setup.

Recommended by Gav Blake (@Hydro_Gav)

Foil Drive ambassador and Gav Blake's ideal setup is:


Quick tip:

1. Come off the FD power (free foiling) as you're turning into the wave, don't leave it until you're riding the wave. This allows you to match the speed of the set better.

2. As soon as you are off the FD power and foiling, take your finger away from the trigger (hold it like you would an ice cream). This prevents unintended trigger pulls.

Recommended by Paul Cooper

Foil Drive ambassador and Paul Cooper's ideal setup is:

  • Recommended board: 4’3 to 4’11 trench
  • Recommended foil: 650-850 mid aspect


Quick tip:

For highest performance go with smaller boards and foils. Utilize waves to get going if not able to flat water start.

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Foil Drive Fusion

One Tool, Endless Possibilities

System Voltage

43V

Max Thrust

34kg / 74lbs

Max Battery Capacity

864 Wh

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System Voltage: 43V

Max Thrust: 34kg / 74lbs

Max Battery Capacity: 864 Wh

From $10,494.00
From $10,494.00
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Foil Drive Assist MAX

More Power, More Ride Time, More Versatility

System Voltage

40V

Max Thrust

29kg / 63.9lbs

Max Battery Capacity

594 Wh

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System Voltage: 40V

Max Thrust: 29kg / 63.9lbs

Max Battery Capacity: 594 Wh

From $6,800.00
From $6,800.00
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Foil Drive Assist Slim

Smaller, Lighter, Performance

System Voltage

20V

Max Thrust

26.5kg / 58.4lb

Max Battery Capacity

241 Wh

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System Voltage: 20V

Max Thrust: 26.5kg / 58.4lb

Max Battery Capacity: 241 Wh

From $6,100.00
From $6,100.00
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Explore Foiling Beyond Your Discipline

The original foil assist, Foil Drive allows you to electrify any mast, for any discipline at any skill level!

As pioneers and industry leaders of hybrid foiling, Foil Drive provides a high performance, high quality product with incomparable support.

Join us in the revolution of the Foil Assist.

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Surf foil

Higher Wave Count


Less Paddling

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DOWNWIND FOIL

More Conditions


Safety and Reliability

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Wing Foil

More Conditions
Smaller Wings

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Flat Water

Explore and Glide

Lightweight and Adaptable

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WAKe foil

Wake Thieving

No Boat, No Problem

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Learning

Simple, Safe and Progressive

In Your Own Time
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