{"product_id":"duotone-carbon-mast-aero-sls","title":"Duotone Mast Aero SLS","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDuotone Mast Aero SLS\u003c\/strong\u003e is the carbon mast for riders who want their foil to feel tighter, cleaner and more connected under load. If you are pushing harder through turns, riding bigger front wings, or simply want a more direct feel than aluminium can usually offer, this is the point in the Duotone range where stiffness really starts to show its value on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt sits as the \u003cstrong\u003estandard high-performance carbon mast\u003c\/strong\u003e in the Duotone foil system. For many riders, this is the sweet spot between price, stiffness and all-round versatility. It gives you more direct feedback and better control than the alloy options, while avoiding the more specialist, low-drag race and top-end performance focus of the premium D\/LAB mast options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere the Mast Aero SLS sits in the range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are choosing between Duotone mast options, this is how we would position the \u003cstrong\u003eMast Aero SLS\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the Mast AL 3BS\u003c\/strong\u003e if you want the most cost-effective option and value durability above all else.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the Mast Aero Mid QM SLS\u003c\/strong\u003e if you want faster, tool-free rigging and a cleaner beach setup with Quickmount convenience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the Mast Aero SLS\u003c\/strong\u003e if your priority is maximum stiffness and direct response in a traditional plate-mount carbon mast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the Mast Slim 2.0 D\/LAB\u003c\/strong\u003e if you are chasing the lightest, most refined, lowest-drag top-end feel in the Duotone range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many UK wingfoilers, SUP foilers and prone foilers, the Mast Aero SLS is the sensible performance choice. It feels more planted and precise than aluminium, especially once speeds increase, wing spans get larger, or your riding becomes more aggressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose the Duotone Mast Aero SLS?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra-stiff carbon feel\u003c\/strong\u003e for more direct steering and cleaner feedback through the foil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConfidence with bigger wings\u003c\/strong\u003e thanks to strong torsional and bending stiffness under load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProper all-round performance\u003c\/strong\u003e across wingfoiling, prone, SUP foiling, downwind and pump use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA strong upgrade from aluminium\u003c\/strong\u003e if you want your setup to feel less vague and more precise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks across the modern Duotone 3BS ecosystem\u003c\/strong\u003e while also remaining compatible with selected Fanatic and Duotone carbon setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich size should you choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e75cm\u003c\/strong\u003e – best for tighter turning, smaller surf, easier handling, shallower water, and riders who want a more compact feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e82cm\u003c\/strong\u003e – the best all-round size for many wingfoilers and crossover riders wanting one mast for varied UK conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e90cm\u003c\/strong\u003e – best if you want extra height, more clearance in chop, and a calmer feel once speeds and riding intensity increase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDuotone Mast Aero SLS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrepreg Carbon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable lengths\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75cm \/ 29.5\", 82cm \/ 32.3\", 90cm \/ 35.4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChord\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e135mm \/ 5.3\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThickness (thinnest point)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.2mm \/ 0.72\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75cm: 1.75kg \/ 3.86lb\u003cbr\u003e82cm: 1.84kg \/ 4.06lb\u003cbr\u003e90cm: TBC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMast connection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3BS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScrews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 x M8x50 TX45\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended torque\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15Nm (M8)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD\/LAB Wings + Tail \/ Aero AL 3BS \/ Fanatic \u0026amp; Duotone Carbon fuselages\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWing, prone, SUP foil, downwind, pump and selected windfoil crossover use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePackage includes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Duotone Mast Aero SLS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 x M8x50 TX45 mast screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e fuselage, front wing, tail wing and board mounting hardware should be checked against your chosen setup. If you want help building a complete, compatible foil, just ask us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHelpful reading \u0026amp; buying advice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/blogs\/news\/duotone-foils-explained-how-to-choose-wings-masts-fuselages\"\u003eDuotone Foils Explained: how to choose wings, masts and fuselages\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/foils\"\u003eShop foils \u0026amp; foil components\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/collections\/duotone-wing-foil\"\u003eExplore Duotone wing \u0026amp; foil gear\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore the range\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/dtf-mast-al-3bs-2025\"\u003eDuotone Mast AL 3BS\u003c\/a\u003e – the robust, lower-cost entry into the Duotone foil mast range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/dtf-mast-aero-mid-qm-sls-2025\"\u003eDuotone Mast Aero Mid QM SLS\u003c\/a\u003e – the carbon Quickmount option if convenience matters as much as performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/dtf-mast-slim-2-0-d-lab-2025\"\u003eDuotone Mast Slim 2.0 D\/LAB\u003c\/a\u003e – the premium low-drag option for riders chasing the sharpest top-end feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure which mast length or build direction makes most sense for your riding, get in touch with us at The SUP Company. We can help you build a foil setup that works properly as a system, not just as a basket of separate parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also arrange a demo or talk through your options with us at our test locations in \u003cstrong\u003eSouthampton\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eLymington\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is the Duotone Mast Aero SLS best suited to?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is best suited to riders who want a noticeable step up in stiffness and response over aluminium. If you are progressing, riding powered up, using bigger wings or simply want your foil to feel cleaner and more precise, this is a very strong choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Mast Aero SLS worth upgrading to from the AL mast?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many riders, yes. The biggest difference is feel. A carbon mast like the Aero SLS gives a more direct connection to the foil, especially in turns, during pumps and when you are loading the setup harder. It is less about marketing and more about making the foil feel tighter underneath you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I choose the Mast Aero SLS or the Aero Mid QM SLS?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the Mast Aero SLS if stiffness and a traditional fixed-plate setup are your priorities. Choose the Aero Mid QM SLS if you want quicker rigging, easier transport and the convenience of Duotone’s Quickmount system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size Mast Aero SLS should I choose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a rough guide, 75cm suits tighter turning and shallower or smaller-water use, 82cm is the safest all-round choice for many riders, and 90cm is better if you want more height, more clearance and more confidence in rougher or more powered conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Duotone Mast Aero SLS compatible with older Fanatic foil parts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is listed as compatible with Fanatic and Duotone carbon fuselages, alongside the Aero AL 3BS and D\/LAB wing and tail ecosystem. If you already own older parts and want to be certain before ordering, send us your exact setup and we will check compatibility with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Duotone Wing Foiling","offers":[{"title":"C99:random \/ 75","offer_id":52959667650893,"sku":"9010583188799","price":899.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"C99:random \/ 82","offer_id":52959667683661,"sku":"9010583188812","price":929.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"C99:random \/ 90","offer_id":52959667716429,"sku":"9010583188805","price":949.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0904\/8381\/8829\/files\/Aero_SLS_75_82_90.png?v=1765376490","url":"https:\/\/www.thesupco.com\/products\/duotone-carbon-mast-aero-sls","provider":"The SUP Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}