Our Foil Drive Integrated masts are based on our highly regarded Evolution Forged aluminum mast platform, offering the stiffness of UHM carbon at a fraction of the price. This platform offers unmatched flexibility, performance, durability, and value. These masts are compatible with V2 motors (with plug) and Gen 2 and 2.5 battery systems, including the Fusion, Assist Max, Assist Max+, and Assist Slim.
Stock Sizes:
- 78/15: 78cm mast length with motor pod @ 15cm for more advanced riders and shallower breaks
- 80/17: 80cm mast length with motor pod @ 17cm for more forgiveness
- 82/19: 82cm mast length with motor pod @ 19cm for larger swell, higher speeds, and maximum forgiveness
Common features:
- The first and only universal Foil Drive integrated mast: compatible with foils from all brands
- Adapters compatible with all other Cedrus Evolution masts (Wind, Surf, Aluminum)
- The only variable-profile aluminum mast, for maximum stiffness and minimal drag
- Industry-leading torsional stiffness, for faster and more pivot-like turns
- Monolithic welded structure: no screws to loosen, seize, or fail
- Weight: ~5lbs, 1/2lb more than Forged mast
- Fade-free gold anodizing and subtle laser etched graphics
- Compatible with Foil Drive V2 motors only
- Fully designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA
- Sleeves can be purchased separately
Mast and Cable Sizing:
All brands measure their masts differently. For a detailed mast sizing guide, including how we measure length, please see this page. For detailed specs on the mast dimensions, these can be found on the Evolution Aluminum product page. Integrated masts come with the motor cable and "puck" installed; you will need to connect the cable to your battery, and your motor to the mast. We will provide clear instructions closer to delivery. The motor pod measurement is taken from the Foil Drive battery surface to the effective propellor shaft, which is not the same as cable length. There will be extra cable coiled inside the mast to allow compatibility between Foil Drive Gen 2 and Gen 2.5 systems. If you have both, we highly recommend securing a Barnacle cable extender from Foil Drive so you are not having to adjust cable lengths frequently.
Additional Notes:
Please read the FAQ below for answers to common questions. Cedrus masts are made by hand, with the help of robots, in very small batches. As one of the only foil brands who manufactures their own goods, entirely in-house, we strive for continuous improvement and the product you receive might look slightly different than the photos on this page. Cosmetic imperfections will be present; welding is and industrial process and the mast is designed and built to perform as a tool. All Cedrus masts are covered by a lifetime limited structural warranty, and we encourage you to review the main page FAQ as well as our Refund Policy before purchasing.
Truly Universal Masts
Don't get locked in...
Enjoy the freedom to ride the mast and foil combination of your choice.
All Cedrus masts feature our patented Evolution Adapter interface offering drag-free integration to most any foil system.
The adapters connect using a combination of M8 and M10 steel and titanium hardware, and the resulting interface is as stiff or stiffer than any OEM connection.
FAQs
Yes, our integrated masts are compatible with both Gen2 and Fusion systems. Please see the owners info page for assembly/swapping instructions: Owner's Info
Unlike our non-integrated aluminum masts, these masts are NOT sealed from water ingress due to the penetrations created by the cables and motorpod. While the water does get in, we've engineered it to get out much easier. It will drain all cavities if left upside down in a matter of minutes. The water ingress does have the benefit of making the system more quiet and damped. Seals, adhesives, and foams do not work due to the heat created by our welding process. Ultimately, all seals fail and the water becomes hard to drain.
Yes! Integrated masts feature the same adapter connection as Forged, Surf, and Wind. Essentially all Cedrus masts produced since 2024
Yes, minor weld porosity in aluminum is normal and only becomes visual after grinding. Our robots yield extremely consistent results in terms of weld stiffness and strength, and the minor porosity has no structural impact and the pinholes do not affect performance of the mast.
Yes. All aluminum extrusions have some very minor degree of asymmetry due to the die and extrusion process. We know because we've extruded a lot of masts and we've evaluated other brands' masts too. The slight asymmetry in the extrusion is further amplified by our forging process, and can result in a slightly textured surface due to plasticity of the aluminum inside the mast cavity. The shape and surface has no impact on mast performance. Asymmetry can actually reduce drag by altering the pattern of vortex shedding off the trailing edge of the mast, and the boundary layer is very thick and turbulent near the trailing edge and not affected by slight changes in surface roughness.
No, but we offer a sleeve option which can be modified to accomadate the motor. Contact us for info.
The motor pod has a very tight fit to the mast, and the anodizing process can yield unique patterns and features around this region due to the complex geometry. The light color is strictly due to inconsistencies in the dye, and does not affect the actual protective layer of the anodizing.
Nope! There is actually no benefit to carbon in the case of an integrated mast, as the battery and motor offset any potential weight gains. We can essentially match drag and stiffness of carbon using forged aluminum, at 1/3 the price and with the added benefit of more flexibility with motor placement and length.
