Foil Drive Assist Max Plus: Worth the Upgrade?

In this video, REAL’s Matt Nuzzo sits down with Foil Drive’s Ryan Arzy in Cape Hatteras to test and compare the new Foil Drive Assist Max Plus Gen 2.5 against the original Assist Max. Upgraded with a 43-volt architecture, a 12-amp fast charger, and enhanced battery design, the Max Plus delivers 20% more run time, significantly more thrust, reduced battery sag, and an improved weight distribution that makes it feel even more balanced underfoot while surfing.

Get your Foil Drive Assist Max Gen 2.5 setup at REAL Watersports:
• Foil Drive Assist Max Gen 2.5 Kit: https://www.realwatersports.com/products/foil-drive-assist-max-gen-2-5-kit
• Foil Drive Assist Max Gen 2.5 Kit w/ Armstrong Integrated Mast: https://www.realwatersports.com/products/foil-drive-assist-max-gen-2-5-kit-w-armstrong-integrated-mast
• Foil Drive Assist Max Gen 2.5 Kit w/ Slingshot Integrated Mast: https://www.realwatersports.com/products/foil-drive-assist-max-gen-2-5-kit-w-slingshot-integrated-mast

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CHAPTERS:
0:00 – Introduction & Assist Max Plus Overview
0:49 – Key Upgrades: 43V Power, Fast Charging & Battery Specs
1:40 – Weight Distribution & Weight Comparison
2:34 – Battery Cross-Compatibility & Reduced Voltage Sag
3:39 – Max Plus vs. Fusion: How Do They Compare?
4:10 – Built-in Safety Features & Tilt Sensors
5:46 – Water Test: Headed Out at Cape Hatteras
7:05 – Initial On-Water Impressions & Power Delivery
9:25 – Trading Gear & Riding the Standard Max Back-to-Back
11:21 – On-Water Comparison: Balance, Thrust, and Connectivity
13:36 – Session Wrap-Up: Final Verdict & Takeaways