{"product_id":"armstrong-performance-mk-ii-carbon-mast","title":"Armstrong Performance Mk II Carbon Mast","description":"\u003ch4\u003eThe core performance mast for riders who want it all.\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heart of the mast lineup, the Performance Mk lI Carbon Mast is the go-to performance mast for riders seeking the most direct feel without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Performance Mk II Carbon Mast delivers the next level of control, stiffness, and efficiency. Refined through three years of structural development and on water testing, it provides a more direct, predictable connection between rider and foil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a thinner 13.8 mm profile and significant stiffness gains, it is built to perform across a wide range of disciplines and conditions, offering the most balanced blend of control,\u003cbr\u003espeed, and responsiveness in the Armstrong mast range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncreased Stiffness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Three years of structural optimization and testing\u003cbr\u003e• 20% increase in torsional stiffness\u003cbr\u003e• 30% increase in bending stiffness\u003cbr\u003e• Improved control and precision across all conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThinner, Lighter Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Reduced thickness to 13.8 mm\u003cbr\u003e• Slimmer profile for lower drag\u003cbr\u003e• Reduced weight without sacrificing strength\u003cbr\u003e• Improved efficiency and glide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRefined Structural Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Updated mast top and fuselage connections\u003cbr\u003e• Material removed where not needed\u003cbr\u003e• Strength added where loads are highest\u003cbr\u003e• Improved load transfer and durability\u003cbr\u003e• More connected ride feel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Carbon Layup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Blend of high and ultra-high modulus carbon\u003cbr\u003e• Targeted stiffness with minimal weight increase\u003cbr\u003e• Immediate response and direct control\u003cbr\u003e• Consistent performance across all setupsOptimized Rake by Size\u003cbr\u003e• Rake angles tuned by mast length\u003cbr\u003e• 0.5-degree rake on 725 and 795 for early lift and balance\u003cbr\u003e• 1 degree rake on 865 and 935 for high-speed stability\u003cbr\u003e• Designed to reduce the need for additional tuning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Winging\u003cbr\u003e• Prone\u003cbr\u003e• Downwind\u003cbr\u003e• Pump foiling\u003cbr\u003e• Kite foiling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInclusions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Mast\u003cbr\u003e• Protective cover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePure Performance. Direct Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDesigned as the core performance mast in the range, the Performance Mk II Carbon\u003cbr\u003eMast delivers a clear step forward in stiffness and control. It provides sharp, direct feedback underfoot, allowing riders to stay fully connected to the foil in both powered and technical conditions. Whether pushing progression or refining technique, it offers a predictable and confident ride across all disciplines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl at Speed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA high stiffness profile translates rider input instantly into foil response. Turns feel sharper, lines feel cleaner, and stability improves as speed increases. In variable conditions such as chop, wind swell, or current, the added rigidity delivers a more composed and controlled experience, helping riders stay balanced and in control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFaster, Cleaner Ride\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe refined 13.8 mm profile reduces drag, improving glide and acceleration across the entire speed range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStructural optimization removes unnecessary material while reinforcing key load areas,\u003cbr\u003ecreating a mast that feels both faster and more efficient without compromising strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngineered for Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuilt using a refined carbon layup with high and ultra-high modulus fibres, the mast\u003cbr\u003eachieves increased stiffness without excess weight. 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