{"title":"Foil Drive Accessories","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"foil-drive-three-blade-propeller-upgrade","title":"Foil Drive Three Blade Propeller Upgrade","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Foil Drive Three Blade Propeller Upgrade is for riders who want more low-end drive from their Foil Drive setup. If you are finding water starts hard work, riding a smaller board, using a smaller or higher-aspect foil, or simply want a stronger push at take-off, this upgrade gives the system a more assertive feel under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a “faster is always better” upgrade. The standard two-blade setup still makes a lot of sense for riders who value a cleaner glide, lower drag and maximum efficiency. The three-blade route is for riders who want more torque, more bite and more confidence getting up and away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere This Upgrade Sits in the Foil Drive Range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink of the three-blade propeller as the torque-focused option within the Foil Drive propeller range. It is especially useful when your setup is working harder than normal, whether that is because of rider weight, board volume, foil choice or the type of start you are trying to achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your current two-blade setup already gives you easy take-offs and you mainly want the lightest, cleanest glide, you may not need to change. If you are regularly asking more from the motor at low speed, this is the upgrade that makes sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the Foil Drive Three Blade Propeller Upgrade?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore low-end thrust\u003c\/strong\u003e – helps the system feel stronger when you are trying to get moving and release onto foil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBetter torque at lower RPM\u003c\/strong\u003e – useful for heavier riders, smaller boards or smaller foils that need more help initially.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproved feel under load\u003c\/strong\u003e – designed to reduce cavitation and give a smoother, quieter drive when the propeller is working hard.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore useful when the prop breaches the surface\u003c\/strong\u003e – a practical benefit for shallow motor positions and surface-driving moments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA clear upgrade path\u003c\/strong\u003e – ideal if you already own a Foil Drive two-blade setup and want a stronger take-off-focused option.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Trade-Offs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA three-blade propeller creates more thrust, but it also asks more from the system. It can draw more battery power, may feel less clean when gliding off power, and is not recommended for prolonged full-throttle eFoiling use. If your priority is efficiency and the most natural glide, the two-blade setup may still be the better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoil Drive Three Blade Propeller Upgrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoil Drive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-end thrust and take-off torque upgrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest suited to\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRiders wanting easier starts, stronger drive under load and more torque at lower RPM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoil Drive Assist PLUS, Assist MAX and Assist Slim systems. Not recommended for the Original Assist system.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThree-blade hubs must be used with three propeller blades.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrottle guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot intended for prolonged full-throttle eFoiling use.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x aluminium propeller blade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x three-blade propeller hub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 x M3 30mm custom CNC stainless steel propeller bolts with shoulder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 x M4 10mm hub bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: this is an upgrade kit, not a complete fresh three-blade propeller set. The additional two propeller blades are normally taken from your existing Foil Drive two-blade hub. If your existing propellers are damaged, it is worth replacing them as a balanced set to help avoid vibration and unnecessary wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Foil Drive Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are maintaining, upgrading or fine-tuning your system, you can also browse our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/foil-drive-accessories\"\u003eFoil Drive accessories\u003c\/a\u003e range and wider \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/e-foil-spares-and-accessories\"\u003eeFoil spares and accessories\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHelpful Reading \u0026amp; Buying Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/blogs\/news\/duotone-foil-assist-vs-foil-drive-gen-2\"\u003eDuotone Foil Assist vs Foil Drive Gen 2 – Honest Buyer’s Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/foil-assist\"\u003eShop Foil Assist Systems\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/electric\"\u003eExplore Electric Foils, Foil Assist \u0026amp; Electric Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Foil Drive Three Blade Propeller Upgrade better than the two-blade setup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt depends what you need. The three-blade setup gives more low-end thrust and torque, which can make take-offs easier. The two-blade setup generally remains the cleaner, more efficient choice if you want less drag and a more natural glide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho should choose the three-blade propeller upgrade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is best suited to riders who need more help getting onto foil. That could be because you are heavier, using a lower-volume board, riding a smaller foil, using a higher-aspect foil, or regularly starting in conditions where the motor is under more load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this give me more top speed?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, that is not really the point of this upgrade. The three-blade setup is about low-end thrust and torque rather than outright top speed. If speed and efficiency are your priorities, the standard two-blade system may be a better fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the three-blade propeller use more battery?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it can do. Short bursts for take-off may only make a small difference, but longer or harder use will draw more power. Foil Drive also advises against prolonged full-throttle eFoiling use with this setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this compatible with my Foil Drive system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis upgrade is suitable for Foil Drive Assist PLUS, Assist MAX and Assist Slim systems. It is not recommended for the Original Assist system. If you are unsure which version you own, please contact us before ordering and we will help check compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a complete three-blade propeller set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is an upgrade kit and includes one aluminium propeller blade, the three-blade hub and fitting hardware. The other two blades are normally taken from your existing two-blade setup. If your current blades are damaged, we recommend replacing them as a balanced set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Foil Drive","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53170230231373,"sku":null,"price":156.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/8381\/8829\/files\/foil-drive-three-blade-propeller-upgrade-p6845-28442_image_1.jpg?v=1768300695"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/foil-drive-accessories.oembed","provider":"The SUP Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}