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Windybear, yeah I hear what you're saying. And for you, it's obviously the right choice.
For me, I love it. I've got one of the older gen ones (Assist +) and while there's a bit of gear envy in attempting to justify upgrading, I know it's not needed. I've had it for 3 years now and don't regret getting it at all.
As a muppet, I hear all of what others are saying. I'm old, lacking talent and want an easy pathway, and FD does it for me. I'm still trying to learn how to pump foil, catch and ride waves and just bomb round and keep skills up when there's no wind around. Big on ensuring that foil drivers don't get a bad reputation, so am very respectful towards other water users.
No doubt, there's a big push to get the newest and greatest. But as we can see by the varying comments, it's about what suits you and your local conditions. I agree, don't get sucked in by the hype. But also keep your mind open to what it can provide.
