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Yes that's true, I am impressed nevertheless that the 1010 gets you going in your conditions.

My 1000 needs good wind otherwise I'm on the 920.

Interesting re 1300...will this be a HA wing?

pretty please, I am just about to put the order in on 1010 + 400, but three questions;
1) the wing is long, so is the turning still ok with it
2) although it seems to have very good low end, how is the stalling, as in one tester mentioned that it drops somewhat violently when the speed decreases?
3) aluminum mast is 19mm, and someone commented that the carbon mast would be quite a bit faster, is there really a significant difference between the two? I take it that the aluminum is really really solid and non-flexible?

Thanks very much!

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toppleover said..

omg said..

3) aluminum mast is 19mm, and someone commented that the carbon mast would be quite a bit faster, is there really a significant difference between the two? I take it that the aluminum is really really solid and non-flexible?

Thanks very much!

Why not get the 16mm Alloy mast?

Larry Foiler said he uses the 16mm for everything even the 1010, said it's faster and likes the whip buy he is around 65kgs. Local shop said stick with the 19mm for extra stiffness and to avoid warranty issues. I'm torn

Omg.

if you want a carbon mast get a GoFoil or Armstrong. That way you have less parts and zero corrosion. Axis is a great aluminium setup, one of the best and strongest. The 1010 turns good for a wing of its size and you'll struggle to stall it on the wing. It has heaps of glide and pump in small bumps.

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omg said..
pretty please, I am just about to put the order in on 1010 + 400, but three questions;
1) the wing is long, so is the turning still ok with it
2) although it seems to have very good low end, how is the stalling, as in one tester mentioned that it drops somewhat violently when the speed decreases?
3) aluminum mast is 19mm, and someone commented that the carbon mast would be quite a bit faster, is there really a significant difference between the two? I take it that the aluminum is really really solid and non-flexible?

Thanks very much!

I am new to Wingdinging but my 2 cents:
1-I felt it turned really well (but I have only ridden a Gong XXL prior and that is like a jumbojet in comparison)
2-The thing is it "glides" so effortless, hence, for it to drop you really need to loose alot of speed (and or fall asleep and forget to pump ;), it never dropped for me yesterday in 8knots and just minimal waves...so...
3-Think i read and people here also say go with the 19mm, i think 2nd market will swallor ur mast if you want to change later on ;)

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Joopthesurfer said..
I may now sound like an Axis "fanboy" haha, but, have a preorder out on a Fanatic SkyWing 5?4 (noone gets any info when they will ship them and it looks not promising next couple of months, but hey, who knows...) but i live in Sweden...and...winter is coming...

The Axis Froth 5?5 i can pickup at the local shop tomorrow morning (for a 92kg guy who also need be able stand on it to get back in in really light wind days) 100l, anyone tested it or any thoughts ? :)

PS
The rumoured 1300 wing sounds really intresting for next years light summer breezes :D

Joop you could check out 'foiltycoon' on Instagram. He is riding the froth, in a smaller size, and seems to be going well and will probably answer questions. When I'm out paddling my raceboard SUP cause it's low wind, he's out with his wing! (Probably got a lot to do with the 1150 he rides too). Cheers HB

I went with 19mm because I was told that the 16mm is good for your average weight until the 820 wing size?

I picked up the carbon mast once and it's bloody heavy for.. carbon. Not convinced it's worth the upgrade.

Easier to stick to 19, heaps more used masts available.

I use a 460 flat tail with the 1010 the most on the wing. It's gives it another top gear for speed. The 460 is a great tail as it solid carbon and can be cut down if you want to loosen it up more.

400 standard also works well with the 1010, a bit more stable and less slidy in the turns. The 370 is also worth considering. I think those riders that like the 390 tail match it to the curvier front wings of the 900 or 1000. I've only used the 390 once and felt no real performance gains over the others listed above.

I have the 390, 400 & 460 stabs. they are all hood in there own way. if I had to pick 1 for a bit of everything, surfing, downwinding, winging it would be the 460.

I have the 390, 400 & 460 stabs. they are all hood in there own way. if I had to pick 1 for a bit of everything, surfing, downwinding, winging it would be the 460.

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pitbulldoug said..

omg said..
one more guys, please :)

1010 + 400 was my initial thought, but a few guys have really liked the 390, so should I go with it, please? It's quite a bit different shape than the other Axis stabs, but as I have no way to test these things, but to buy blindly, your feedback would be highly appreciated! Or if you prefer something else as a stab for the 1010, then gladly hear abt it! I am just about pushing the buy button, but wanted to take the last bit of info, as these are expensive stuff - at least for me :)

Thanks!

OMG if you want better feedback give us a heads up on your weight foiling experience and general local riding conditions you want ride in

Thanks, I'm 80kg / 175lbs. 4'10 85liter board. This setup would be for winging, and I like to ride from 12 knots onwards with my 5 Unit. I like speed, glide, pumping and turning qualities - of course :) We have some swell, however it's smallish, but I would like to be able to link them via pumping and gliding from the foil. I am, dare I say very good on kitefoil and strapless surfboard kiting (tricks and waveriding), but winging is new stuff for me, but I'd like to think I will learn it quickly, haha we'll see :) So I'm looking for a setup which works well for my conditions and also I won't outgrow quickly. I fear I need to buy another front wing for windier days, however, mostly I'd be on my strapless surfboard then.
Thanks for your feedback!

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baldy123 said..
I use a 460 flat tail with the 1010 the most on the wing. It's gives it another top gear for speed. The 460 is a great tail as it solid carbon and can be cut down if you want to loosen it up more.

400 standard also works well with the 1010, a bit more stable and less slidy in the turns. The 370 is also worth considering. I think those riders that like the 390 tail match it to the curvier front wings of the 900 or 1000. I've only used the 390 once and felt no real performance gains over the others listed above.

I also have the 400 and 390 and didn't notice any massive differences with the 390. I need to try them side by side. I was expecting it to be much quicker so I may need to invest in the 460 too.

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Alysum said..
Has anyone tried the new 910 yet on the ding ?

Really good, like it better than the 1010 and old 1000 @ 70kg on a ding. One of the locals is 85kg at a guess and get up and goes really well on his with a 5.0 in pretty light wind. I've ordered one after trying it, heard theres a shorter version of the 460 coming out too which should be a good match

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Alysum said..
Has anyone tried the new 910 yet on the ding ?

Really good, like it better than the 1010 and old 1000 @ 70kg on a ding. One of the locals is 85kg at a guess and get up and goes really well on his with a 5.0 in pretty light wind. I've ordered one after trying it, heard theres a shorter version of the 460 coming out too which should be a good match

Good info. I have the 1000/390 for high wind. Not sure whether the 910 would bring much + needs even more wind? I'm 80Kg

Didn't do a back to back with the 1000 so hard to say, not far off at a guess.

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hairybear01 said..
Anyone have information on Axis tail shims?
axisfoils.com/collections/all-wind/shim
Looking to lower the lift from the 101 sup surfing. Hard to handle on a steeper wave takeoff in comparison to to 900 which is very neutral. The glide from the 101 is amazing.
Will a rear tail shim work.

Absolutely. Even a 1% shim which is very thin makes a noticeable different. If you don't have a shim- find a really thin washer, put it on the forward screw on the Axis to reduce lift, decrease resistance and give it a go. Your average washer is likely to be a few degrees.

Or if you are not using it w/ the 460 flat tail- you could pair it with that for extra turbo boost, less initial lift.