Help for total beginner sup foil

[hwy1north]

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Seeking advice on flat water paddle ups

Hi there, I have been on this journey for about a month now, with no prior SUP experience, and a basic wing foiling level (one year in - can jibe both stances both ways, getting into tacks). Gear is Barracuda 8’2 112l 19.5 wide and I’m 72 kilos dry. Paddle is Axis (small blade 70 square inches), paddle to head high, 80cm HM carbon mast and North Pump foil 2050, 65 fuse and 238 stab. Getting speed seems fine - I usually reach 13 to 15.5 km/h while pumping/paddling - the foil usually engages a…