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REAL Journal / Back to Articles

What's it like to do a Foil Drive Downwinder?

April 18, 2025

Matt Nuzzo took his Foil Drive out for a 10 mile downwinder in Cape Hatteras. How did it perform, and what are his recommendations for future downwinders? Gear used:

Foil Drive v2 Max Power
Sunova Foil Drive 44L Board
Armstrong HA1180 Front Wing
Armstrong 220 Tail Wing
Armstrong 795 Performance Mast
Armstrong A+ System 60cm Fuselage

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