Axis Research Team (ART) Front Wing

The Axis Research Team (ART) Front Wing is a high-aspect carbon hydrofoil front wing designed by Axis Foils for speed, glide, and efficient pumping across wing foiling, prone foiling, SUP foiling, and downwind disciplines. The ART line features a reduced-chord planform with aspect ratios ranging from approximately 9 to 10 depending on size, placing it firmly in the high-aspect category. Available in five sizes — 699 mm, 799 mm, 899 mm, 999 mm, and 1099 mm — the range covers a broad spectrum of rider weights and wind conditions. The ART acronym stands for Axis Research Team, reflecting the wing's origins as a performance-focused design developed alongside Axis's sponsored riders.

• Available sizes: 699 mm, 799 mm, 899 mm, 999 mm, 1099 mm
• Construction: Full carbon
• ART 999 wingspan: 999 mm
• ART 999 aspect ratio: 9.9
• ART 999 actual area: 1038 cm²
• ART 999 projected area: 1010 cm²
• ART 999 max chord: 125 mm
• ART 899 aspect ratio: 9.76
• ART 899 actual area: 850 cm²
• ART 899 max chord: 120 mm
• ART 799 aspect ratio: 9.05
• ART 799 actual area: 730 cm²
• ART 799 max chord: 120 mm
• Fuselage compatibility: Axis Black series fuselages
• Rear wing pairing: Axis Progressive rear wings
• Mast compatibility: Axis Carbon masts

The ART Front Wing is oriented toward intermediate-to-advanced foilers who prioritize speed and glide over low-speed stability. The reduced chord and high aspect ratio deliver low drag at cruise, making the wing efficient for pumping between swells, linking waves on downwind runs, and covering distance in light-wind wing foiling sessions. Riders stepping up from wider-chord beginner or freeride wings — such as the Axis BSC or HPS families — will find the ART noticeably faster but less forgiving at low speeds and during technical transitions.

Within the size range, the 1099 mm suits heavier riders or lighter wind conditions where more projected area aids early lift, while the 699 mm and 799 mm sizes target lighter riders or higher-wind scenarios where reduced drag and snappier roll response are preferred. The wing performs well on open-ocean swells, flatwater pumping, and moderate surf, though riders focused on tight pocket surfing may find the wider span limits roll-axis responsiveness compared to lower-aspect alternatives.

The ART sits in the middle of Axis's front-wing hierarchy. Below it, the Spitfire range offers lower aspect ratios (around 7.5) with more accessible turning and stability for freeride use. Above it, the ART Pro pushes aspect ratios past 12 for dedicated downwind and racing applications. Axis has since released the ART v2 series, which refines the original ART's profile and adds Ultra High Modulus carbon reinforcement while maintaining a similar aspect ratio of approximately 10. The original ART remains available at reduced pricing as retailers clear inventory to make room for the v2 generation.

For cross-brand context, the ART 999 competes in a similar performance space to high-aspect wings from brands like Armstrong and Unifoil in the 9–10 AR bracket, targeting riders who want efficient glide without committing to ultra-high-aspect race foils.