Tail Wings. Find Your Feel.
The smallest changes can make the biggest difference. From locked-in control and powerful carving to effortless glide and efficiency, the right tail transforms how your foil feels beneath your feet.
CLOUD IX TAIL WINGS
Small Wing. Big Difference.
The tail wing is one of the most influential parts of your foil setup. It shapes how your foil turns, holds its line, glides and responds beneath your feet. From smooth, predictable control to precise carving and maximum efficiency, finding the right tail brings your entire setup together.
Find Your Tail
Every tail creates a different feel. Compare control, carving, glide and pumping performance to find the right balance for your riding style.
| TAIL WING | FS157 | FS177 | FS197 | FS227 | STRIKE 130 | STRIKE 149 COMING SOON | INFINITY 94 | CATALYST PRO | CATALYST V2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONNECTION | 5-HOLE FUSE | AERO FUSE | MONOBLOCK | ||||||
Adjustable trim: Strike 130 and Strike 149 feature shim-adjustable trim. Shims are included.
Ratings are relative comparisons within the Cloud IX range and are intended as a selection guide. Strike 149 ratings are provisional ahead of release.
Why the Tail Matters
Your tail wing plays a critical role in how your foil performs. It influences stability, turning response, glide and overall efficiency. The right tail brings balance to your setup, giving you greater control, confidence and a more intuitive, connected ride.
Before you order
Choose by the feel and discipline you want, not area alone. FS tails fit the Cloud IX 5-hole fuselage only and adjust forward/back relative to the front wing. Catalyst and Infinity are fixed monoblock designs with no position or trim adjustment; compatibility has not been verified. Strike 130 works with Aero Fuse only and adjusts with shims, not by moving the tail.
Choose by on-water feel
Find Your Tail
FS157 — Loose, quick and reactive
Compact and low drag, with quick roll and a loose, reactive feel but less pitch forgiveness. Best for experienced riders carving for speed in high-wind or powered winging, tow-in and kite foil—not pumping. Fits the Cloud IX 5-hole fuselage only, with forward/back position adjustment relative to the front wing.
Explore FS157FS177 — Speed with hold
Quick roll and speed with more hold and pitch stability than FS157. Suits powered winging, fast freeride and carving surf, including choppier conditions. Fits the Cloud IX 5-hole fuselage only, with forward/back position adjustment relative to the front wing.
Explore FS177FS197 — Everyday balance
Smooth lift with forgiving pitch, balancing glide and control. A versatile feel for everyday surf foiling, freeride winging, linking waves and progression. Fits the Cloud IX 5-hole fuselage only, with forward/back position adjustment relative to the front wing.
Explore FS197FS227 — Planted stability and low-speed lift
More stability, tracking and low-speed lift than the looser, faster FS tails, with support for pumping. Suits downwind and SUP foil, light-wind winging, learning and heavier riders. Fits the Cloud IX 5-hole fuselage only, with forward/back position adjustment relative to the front wing.
Explore FS227Catalyst Pro — Sharper, more reactive
At 142cm², this smaller Catalyst turns more sharply and feels more reactive than V2. A fit for experienced riders seeking agility in performance surf and powered winging. Monoblock design with no position or trim adjustment.
Explore Catalyst ProCatalyst V2 — Carry, glide and progressive lift
At 160cm², V2 combines progressive takeoff lift, carry and glide with stability and manoeuvrability. Consider it for light-wind winging, surf/prone, pump and downwind. Monoblock design with no position or trim adjustment.
Explore Catalyst V2Infinity 94 — Compact, direct race feel
A compact, stiff tail with direct feedback and a race- and speed-focused feel. Best suited to experienced riders in racing/downwind, fast winging and performance prone—not a learner-oriented choice. Monoblock design with no position or trim adjustment.
Explore Infinity 94Strike 130 — Direct, predictable response
130cm² HM carbon tail with a stiff, direct response and predictable pitch at speed; shim tuning lets you adjust the feel. For performance surf, downwind and wing foiling. Compatibility: Aero Fuse only. This product is archived. Trim is adjusted with shims only, not by moving the tail forward or back.