Code High Modulus Mast with Cover

The Code High Modulus Mast with Cover is a full-carbon hydrofoil mast manufactured by Code Foils, an Australian brand specializing in high-performance foil components. Available in 75 cm and 80 cm lengths, this mast sits in Code's standard High Modulus (HM) tier and ships with a protective cover included. The design prioritizes stiffness and predictability through an extended blend at the base plate connection and a tapered lower profile engineered to reduce drag and improve glide efficiency.

Code Foils builds the HM mast around a high modulus carbon layup with a deep mast-to-fuselage junction intended to eliminate flex-induced energy loss during pumping and turning. The tapered cross-section toward the base plate minimizes wetted area where water velocity is lowest, contributing to a more efficient foil section overall.

• Construction: High modulus carbon
• Available lengths: 75 cm (29.5 in), 80 cm (31.5 in)
• Profile: Tapered toward base plate
• Base connection: Extended blend to base plate
• Includes: Protective mast cover
• Hardware: Sold separately

The 75 cm length suits riders who frequent shallow waterways, pursue prone or dock-start foiling, or want a shorter mast for downwind paddling where breach recovery matters less than maneuverability. The 80 cm length serves as a versatile single-mast option across disciplines — wing foiling in moderate chop, everyday surf foiling, and freeride kite foiling — offering additional clearance for banked turns without the added leverage of a full 85 cm setup.

Both lengths work across skill levels, though the shorter 75 cm is often preferred by riders still building confidence with water starts and transitions. Intermediate to advanced riders looking for an all-round mast that balances stiffness with reasonable cost will find the 80 cm length covers the widest range of conditions. The HM carbon construction delivers direct feedback without the price premium of Code's Ultra High Modulus Plus tier.

Within Code Foils' mast range, the High Modulus sits below the Ultra High Modulus Plus (UHM+) mast, which offers 41% greater torsional stiffness and 59% greater flexural stiffness through a more advanced carbon layup. The HM mast provides a cost-effective entry into Code's ecosystem for riders who want solid carbon performance without stepping up to the UHM+ price point. Code also produces a collaborative mast with Foil Drive featuring an integrated motor pod, which serves an entirely different use case.

Riders comparing across brands will find the Code HM mast positioned similarly to mid-tier carbon masts from manufacturers like Axis and Armstrong — full carbon construction with an emphasis on stiffness, priced below flagship options but above alloy or carbon-blend alternatives. The inclusion of a protective cover at this price point adds practical value for transport and storage.