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Waydoo EVO | Luxury Efoil Performance at a Budget Price?
eFoiling seems to be the hottest new sport, but would it surprise you to know that it's already been around for about 10 years? The biggest thing holding it back from reaching mainstream popularity was the price tag; at $10,000-$15,000 it definitely wasn't for the masses. Now some budget options are starting to hit the market, but even at half the price, it's still a major purchase for most of us. So, are they worth it or will you just be tossing your money into something that kinda work
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21st Nov 2024
How to Assemble and Transport Your Waydoo Evo eFoil | Step-by-Step Guide
Ready to get out on your Waydoo Evo eFoil? A few minutes with this guide by MACkite's Katie and Eli will make sure you know what you need to do when you arrive at the beach.Don't Forget AnythingAlthough the Evo is quite a sophisticated piece of technology, it doesn't have a lot of parts to assemble. Make sure you've got your board, foil, battery (and spare if you have one), and remote. Remember to pack your Mover transport wheels if you have them, too.Board and Mast AssemblyOnce you're u
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25th Oct 2024
How To Improve Controller Signal Connectivity | Foil Drive Masterclass Series
Majority of "Connectivity Issues" can be improved by simply understanding how the controller and the electronics talk to each other. This video takes you through different board constructions and volumes and different techniques you can try to improve your connectivity.Key Takeaways
Understand your board's material: Recognize that different materials and constructions affect signal reception.
Proper controller placement: Place the controller on the board's surface to maintain sig
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3rd Jun 2024
Foil Drive Gen 2 | Tips and Tricks for Setting Up and Riding
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
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21st Dec 2023
Foil Drive Gen2 Install | Full Unboxing and Assembly | Assist MAX
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 BoxIn 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 wi
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7th Nov 2023
Foil Drive Gen2 | Announcing Assist MAX and Assist Slim
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.
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6th Nov 2023
Foil Drive Gen 2 Assist MAX and Assist Slim Overview
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Join Pat from MACkite as he unveils the cutting-edge Foil Drive Gen 2 Assist, a monumental upgrade to the foil assist system that's set to transform your foiling experience. Pat explores the Foil Drive V2 Assist, showcasing not just one, but two innovative models - the Foil Drive Assist Slim and the Foil Drive Assist MAX. These variants cater to different needs, offering varying thicknesses and power capacities to suit every rider's style.
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3rd Nov 2023
From Wake Poaching to SUP and Prone Foiling
What are some ways to use your new Foil Drive system? The New Gen 2 system has come out and generated a lot of excitement since everyone loved the first version.Stand Up PaddleboardingThere's a Foil Drive controller that mounts directly to your paddle so you can get up and ride without having to hold your paddle in your other hand. This is going to make this Foil Drive system feel more natural for you when you're getting up and on the waves.Prone FoilingForget paddling! You have Foil Dri
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3rd Nov 2023
Comparing the Foil Drive Assist MAX vs. Assist Slim
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
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3rd Nov 2023
Waydoo eFoils | Swapping Your Remote Trigger
This is Pat with MACkiteboarding.com, and today we're going to go over how to replace your Waydoo remote trigger. From time to time, sand can get jammed in the trigger, or the spring on the trigger itself might corrode after a while. It's a pretty simple process to replace the trigger with easy step-by-step instructions.What You Need
Your Waydoo remote controller
A replacement trigger that you will find in your tool kit
A number 2 Allen key
What to Do
You'll nee
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6th Jun 2023
Are eFoils Vessels?
Link to USCG Document
Quick shout out to Jeremy Byrom of eFoil Lake Powell on YouTube for a great explanation of the USCG's classification of eFoils.
Important Notes on eFoil Classification:The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and United States Coast Guard have released updated document regarding watercraft, including e-foils, motorized surfboards, and personal watercraft. The document classify these watercraft as vessels and provide guidance on various
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18th May 2023
Applying Registration Stickers to Waydoo eFoil with Gorilla Tape
Quick shout out to Jeremy Byrom of
eFoil Lake Powell on YouTube for a great video on how he added Registration numbers and required waterway permit stickers to his Waydoo Secret tip for add registration numbers to your Waydoo
Prepare your board: Ensure the foam surface is clean and free of any debris.
Use crystal clear Gorilla tape: Apply the tape to the textured foam surface of the board. This tape has a strong adhesive and works well on the board.
Apply tape before sti
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18th May 2023
Custom Painting your Waydoo Flyer One with Plastidip
Quick shout out to Jeremy Byrom of eFoil Lake Powell on YouTube for a great video on how he used Plastidip to customize his Waydoo Flyer One!This tip will give you at least worth a 15% increase in horsepower and 20% longer ride times. Ok really this will not add any real performance to your board, but it will give you a custom look and it might just make it look like you are going faster... If you are looking for real performance gains checkout the Strin
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18th May 2023
Waydoo eFoils | Riding New York City on the Hudson
Hey there, welcome to MACkite. Check out this awesome Waydoo eFoil video from our friend Andrew over at the Kite Army YouTube channel. Is he really gonna go eFoiling on the Hudson? Yeah, you know he is. Check it._____Welcome back, everybody. My name is Andrew and this is Kite Army. I've got some really cool things planned here today. We've got a beautiful blue sky, I've got a Waydoo eFoil in the back here from MACkite, and we're heading to NYC, so we've got an adventure planned here toda
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17th May 2023
Efoiling Land Simulation Drill
Hi everybody. I'm Erik.And I'm Pat.We're instructors for MACkiteboarding, and we're doing some videos on how to hydrofoil, whether it's with eFoils, wakefoils, or wing foiling.Yes, we're going to cover some safety stuff to get you started out with. We want to do some basic boater safety stuff: know your surroundings, be aware of where you're at in the water, obstacles around you, as well as people on the water. You're also going to need a PFD--a life jacket for personal use--and we also
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10th May 2023