{"product_id":"code-foils-complete-980-s-series-alloy-mast","title":"Code Foils Complete 980 S Series Alloy Mast","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCode Foils Complete 980 S series \/ 75cm Mast \/ 158 AR Tail Wing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e980 S FRONT WING: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCode Foils 980S\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the larger all-round wing in the S-Series and is often considered the step up from the 850S when you want more low-end power, easier pumping, and better performance in lighter wind or smaller surf. It retains the same design philosophy as the 850S but with more glide and lift.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eArea\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e980 cm²\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSpan\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e965 mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAspect Ratio\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e9.5\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eType\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMid\/high-aspect all-round front wing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it Rides:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCode 980S\u003c\/strong\u003e has become one of the standout wings in the Code range because it combines the easy lift of a larger wing with the speed and glide of a much smaller one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOn Takeoff\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first thing you'll notice is how easily it gets onto foil. Compared with the 850S:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarlier lift and lower takeoff speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLess pumping effort to get flying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter performance in marginal wind or weak waves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore forgiving timing during takeoffs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn Flight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce flying, the 980S doesn't feel \"big\" in the way many ~1000 cm² wings do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent glide between bumps or waves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong pump efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth, settled pitch stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains speed through lulls surprisingly well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany riders describe it as feeling smaller than its area suggests because of its high aspect ratio and efficient section design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTurning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is where it differs from the 850S:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarves smoothly rather than snapping tightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarger turning radius.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore drawn-out surf lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefers flowing turns over aggressive hacks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're a wave-focused rider chasing steep pockets and quick direction changes, the 850S feels more lively. The 980S rewards a smoother style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpeed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a wing this size, it's quick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable cruising speed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoesn't hit a wall at moderate speeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarries momentum extremely well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trade-off is that it won't feel as loose or exciting at the top end as the 850S or 720S.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePumping \u0026amp; Glide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is arguably its biggest strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 980S:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePumps with very little energy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLinks waves easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes long glides feel effortless.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps recover from mistakes and touchdowns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor prone and downwind riders, this is one of the reasons it's so popular.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTypical Rider Impressions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompared with the 850S\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore lift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore glide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasier pumping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter in light wind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLess agile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompared with traditional 1000 cm² foils\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaster.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore efficient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLess draggy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore performance-oriented.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 980S shines for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWing foiling in lighter winds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavier riders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall-to-medium surf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownwind foiling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRiders wanting maximum glide and efficiency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTAIL WING 158 AR: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCode Foils 158AR Tail Wing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is arguably the \"middle-of-the-range sweet spot\" in the AR stabilizer lineup. It adds a noticeable amount of stability and glide compared with the 142AR and 150AR, without becoming as locked-in as the larger 175AR or 188AR tails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eArea\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e158 cm²\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSpan\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e380 mm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAspect Ratio\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e8.64\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eType\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHigh-aspect stabilizer (tail wing)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFUSELAGE MEDIUM: \u003c\/strong\u003eStandard fuse length, the code riders go to for down wind.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition to the medium, Code Foils have the ‘small’ and the ‘large’ fuse. These are 30mm shorter and longer than the medium respectively. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe small offers a higher cadence pump and even further manoeuvrability to the range, whereas the large fuselage offers greater pitch stability and is great for learning. A lot of downwind foilers love the large fuse as it offers further stability with a slower cadence pump. They offer the same unique joining system and tail mounting surface as our medium fuse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e75cm Mast:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eIdeal for shallow water, prone surf, downwind, and learning environments. A forgiving and versatile option with excellent control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware and foils covers included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you need something slightly different? 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