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Foil Fuselages – Fuselages for Wing, SUP, Surf and Downwind Foiling
The fuselage is the horizontal part of your foil that connects the mast to the front wing and stabilizer. Fuselage length sets the distance between the wings and with it the foil's stability: a longer fuselage feels calmer, a shorter one more agile. Swapping your fuselage changes how the foil rides without changing your wings or mast.
Our range includes AXIS fuselages in several lengths, for sharp turns and waves as well as downwind. You'll find complete kits among our foil sets.
What Fuselage Length Should I Choose?
| Fuselage length | Who and where |
|---|---|
| Short (around 600–650 mm) | tight turns + surf and waves + advanced riders |
| Medium (around 680–730 mm) | all-round riding + wing foiling + progressing |
| Long (around 740 mm and up) | stability + learning + downwind and fast wings |
Lengths vary slightly between brands, so treat these as a rough guide. Start with a medium or long fuselage, and go shorter once you ride confidently and want a more playful foil.
Wing Foil Fuselage Length and Stability
A longer distance between the front wing and stabilizer means the foil reacts less to weight shifts, so it flies more smoothly and predictably. A shorter fuselage responds faster to front or back foot pressure, which allows tighter turns but needs more pitch control. A fuselage of around 60 cm (600 mm) is already very short and suits advanced riders looking for a surfy feel.
Forward Mast Position (Advance)
Some fuselages place the mast closer to the front wing. The effect is like moving the fins forward on a surfboard: turns start more easily and the foil feels more responsive when surfing a wave.
Aluminium, Carbon or Titanium Fuselage?
| Material | Features |
|---|---|
| Aluminium | robust + more affordable + versatile |
| Carbon | lighter + stiff + offered by some brands |
| Titanium | very stiff + slim profile + for fast high aspect wings |
Fuselage stiffness matters most with fast, high aspect wings, as your power goes straight into the wing.
Fuselage Compatibility
Your fuselage has to match your mast, front wing and stabilizer, as connections differ between brands. Some fuselages are designed for one specific wing series only, so check compatibility on the product page.
How to Care for Your Fuselage
After riding in the sea, rinse your fuselage with fresh water, especially the mast joint and screw threads. Take the foil apart before storing it, and grease the screws with anti-corrosion grease now and then.
Related categories
Foil sets · Foil masts · Foil front wings · Foil stabilizers · Wing foil spare parts