Is a "SlicK Pod" or "Nano Pod almost as good as an intergrated mast or even better maybe?:-)

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Johndesu said..
Is a "SlicK Pod" or "Nano Pod almost as good as an intergrated mast or even better maybe?:-)

The integrated is the pinnacle of low drag for Foildrive, zero tape or cable above the pod to cause drag when you dip. Also, any mini pod with straps or similar wrapped around the front of the mast will also have more drag than an integrated mast.
But, integrated masts are expensive, their only drawback. Less drag costs.

Yes I know that but if you have a few masts then you can use a mini Pod of all of them & also I was wondering about the vibration thru the mast but on a mini pod you can isolate the vibration etc with a good dampening system etc, so good to hear any thoughts reviews?:-)

I put my feedback on the Slick Pod after my first session on another thread, but in summary I was really impressed both with the build & the performance
I liked the Slick Pod due to the "band" holding the motor mount on the mast being quite wide yet not too thick meaning it looks like it will provide the most torsional support while reducing the drag impact
Sure there are concessions to be made with these new style pods compared to the integrated masts, however for me the investment in the Slick Pod compared to the cost of an integrated mast, upgraded motor as I don't believe my original motor will be compatible then a new HP battery because no point having the HP motor with out one....
Not to mention that the Code integrated mast is still not released nor is the Foil Drive new pod
It will be interesting when they are what is the difference between these new reduced drag pods & the integrated masts
The thousands I have saved on the Slick Pod might be able to go into new foils

I just ordered the Zip Pod for myself and 3 other people on the Central Coast should have some feedback in about 3 weeks. I chose this product as it fits perfectly without a stretchy band holding the pod which does move, also the ability to cut the ties without removing the motor to use your mast for prone or wing. I was told by the owner Brad there have been quite a few orders from Australia since release a few months ago. The feedback is great and testing using a fire truck hose couldn't blow it off which is much more pressure than we use Foil driving.
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This should be released from Foildrive in the near future, clips on or off any mast without tools or removing the stator, perfect for prone. It's a slick bit of gear as you would expect from Foildrive and keeps your warranty intact. Should be about the same price as the current universal pod.

Compared to the normal FD 2 piece bolt on pod , yes the strap on pod is definitely an improvement BUT the biggest differences with a strap on pod vs Fully integrated is the taped on cable regardless how you do it & same with the strap around the front of the mast , it will always affect the foil profile with water flow around the mast . The other major difference is in the intergrated mast the motor is rebated into the mast bringing the thrust of the prop closer which in turn dramatically increases pitch control with throttle on and off .

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airsail said..
This should be released from Foildrive in the near future, clips on or off any mast without tools or removing the stator, perfect for prone. It's a slick bit of gear as you would expect from Foildrive and keeps your warranty intact. Should be about the same price as the current universal pod.

That looks good and hopefully it comes out soon, I couldn't wait being impatient also my FD Max is 1 1/2 yrs old now out of warranty worth taking the punt on the zip pod

If this was a FB group post it would have been blocked for "breaching community standards" due to all the discussions about the benefits of strap ons

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camerongraham said..
If this was a FB group post it would have been blocked for "breaching community standards" due to all the discussions about the benefits of strap ons

Yeah it is disappointing that the FB group have banned discussions about these strap ons which are intended to compliment a product we have all purchased and enjoy from Foil Drive, particularly when they have not released their own solution
I'm also disappointed to hear from people who are potentially benefitting from endorsements from FD that these pods will void your warranty - Sorry not just you Airsail
Can we have directly from FD if warranties are voided if you use a non OEM pod, what part of the warranty is voided and why?
I would have liked to think that people trying to make a well loved object such as the Foil Drive even better would have been in the spirit of the foiling community. I know that these guys aren't Chinees rip off agents, they are FD frothers looking for more froth where there is a gap

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GWatto said..

camerongraham said..
If this was a FB group post it would have been blocked for "breaching community standards" due to all the discussions about the benefits of strap ons

Yeah it is disappointing that the FB group have banned discussions about these strap ons which are intended to compliment a product we have all purchased and enjoy from Foil Drive, particularly when they have not released their own solution
I'm also disappointed to hear from people who are potentially benefitting from endorsements from FD that these pods will void your warranty - Sorry not just you Airsail
Can we have directly from FD if warranties are voided if you use a non OEM pod, what part of the warranty is voided and why?
I would have liked to think that people trying to make a well loved object such as the Foil Drive even better would have been in the spirit of the foiling community. I know that these guys aren't Chinees rip off agents, they are FD frothers looking for more froth where there is a gap

Foildrive test all products that directly interact with the Foildrive. The first part that I knew that broke the rules was the magic hub, created more load on the system. This was also the first time I'd seen 3rd party posts removed.

FD Support work bloody hard sorting out issues, the last thing they need is 3rd party kit causing issues they have never seen before. Paul even did a video about the use of 3rd party products. Foildrive warranty is extremely generous, I've seen full systems replaced every when purchased secondhand and well out of any 12 month warranty.

im not an ambassador or sponsored though have been on the receiving end of Foildrive amazing warranty support, all my kit is well out of the 12 month warranty period.

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airsail said..

GWatto said..

camerongraham said..
If this was a FB group post it would have been blocked for "breaching community standards" due to all the discussions about the benefits of strap ons

Yeah it is disappointing that the FB group have banned discussions about these strap ons which are intended to compliment a product we have all purchased and enjoy from Foil Drive, particularly when they have not released their own solution
I'm also disappointed to hear from people who are potentially benefitting from endorsements from FD that these pods will void your warranty - Sorry not just you Airsail
Can we have directly from FD if warranties are voided if you use a non OEM pod, what part of the warranty is voided and why?
I would have liked to think that people trying to make a well loved object such as the Foil Drive even better would have been in the spirit of the foiling community. I know that these guys aren't Chinees rip off agents, they are FD frothers looking for more froth where there is a gap

Noted, Thanks

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GWatto said..

camerongraham said..
If this was a FB group post it would have been blocked for "breaching community standards" due to all the discussions about the benefits of strap ons

Yeah it is disappointing that the FB group have banned discussions about these strap ons which are intended to compliment a product we have all purchased and enjoy from Foil Drive, particularly when they have not released their own solution
I'm also disappointed to hear from people who are potentially benefitting from endorsements from FD that these pods will void your warranty - Sorry not just you Airsail
Can we have directly from FD if warranties are voided if you use a non OEM pod, what part of the warranty is voided and why?
I would have liked to think that people trying to make a well loved object such as the Foil Drive even better would have been in the spirit of the foiling community. I know that these guys aren't Chinees rip off agents, they are FD frothers looking for more froth where there is a gap

My lame attempt at humour was misread.

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camerongraham said..

GWatto said..

camerongraham said..
If this was a FB group post it would have been blocked for "breaching community standards" due to all the discussions about the benefits of strap ons

Yeah it is disappointing that the FB group have banned discussions about these strap ons which are intended to compliment a product we have all purchased and enjoy from Foil Drive, particularly when they have not released their own solution
I'm also disappointed to hear from people who are potentially benefitting from endorsements from FD that these pods will void your warranty - Sorry not just you Airsail
Can we have directly from FD if warranties are voided if you use a non OEM pod, what part of the warranty is voided and why?
I would have liked to think that people trying to make a well loved object such as the Foil Drive even better would have been in the spirit of the foiling community. I know that these guys aren't Chinees rip off agents, they are FD frothers looking for more froth where there is a gap

My lame attempt at humour was misread.

Sorry Cameron, yes I did get your humour and tried to pay homage to it with my reply at the beginning
I just had a bit of sh!t to get of my liver
All good now, foil on Breezers

I got it Cameron just re void the warranty on the FD using 3rd party. There have been a few failures on these 3rd party pods anyone with a 3D printer can make one. They have basically have broken off the mast with the motor at full revs and just ripped the sh!t out of everything . Others have moved but stayed attached but still damaged the plug connections. It's not just 3rd party pods it's batteries , props , prop hubs , remotes, motors & motor hubs ect. So Foil Drive isn't just singling out the pods for voiding warranty.

zip pod is rock solid and a massive upgrade. Highly recommend