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Axis Spitfire 900 Review

9.2/ 10 Estimated score

9.2

Estimated from 3 independent sources (no numeric scores published)

Average price$720Range $720–$720 across 1 retailersSee sources

AXIS built the Spitfire range for surf foiling, and the 900 is the size most prone and wing riders land on. It carries 1,099 cm² across a 900 mm span for an aspect ratio of 7.25, putting it squarely in mid-aspect territory.

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Quick specs

Span: 900 mm
Area: 1,099 cm²
Aspect ratio: 7.25 (mid aspect)
Outline: Elliptical, straight median line, no aggressive tip turndown
Chord: Moderate, tapering smoothly centre to tip
Fuselage: Black and Black Advance fuselages only

AXIS describes the Spitfire as a dedicated surf foiling wing, built for effortless turning, gentle predictable lift and confidence dropping in. The brand specifically says the wing not only handles breaches but encourages them.

Wingpassion tested the Spitfire 900 over several months and confirmed the numbers: 1,099 cm² of area, 900 mm span, aspect ratio 7.25, classified as mid aspect and intended for foiling in the wave.

SURF Magazin's test notes that the aspect ratio changes across the range, from 9.13 on the 1180 down through the smaller sizes, so the Spitfire family behaves differently size to size rather than simply scaling.

Pros & cons

Mid-aspect 7.25 ratio balances turning against glide better than a high-aspect wing
Elliptical outline with moderate chords turns predictably rather than abruptly
Handles breaches, which matters when you are foiling waves properly
Ten sizes in the range, so the family scales up and down cleanly

Only compatible with the AXIS Black and Black Advance fuselages
Needs slightly more speed to lift than a comparable ART wing, per Wingsurfer's testing
Aspect ratio changes across the range, so sizing up is not a like-for-like swap
USD 720 for the front wing alone before fuselage, mast and tail

How it surfs

Reduced foil thickness with wider chords is the trick AXIS used here. Thinner sections lift the top-end speed, while the greater chord keeps low-end lift usable, which is why the wing does not feel like a straight compromise between a carver and a glider.

Wingsurfer's back-to-back test against the ART series found the Spitfire needed a bit more speed to get going, but produced more lift once flying and allowed harder pushing through turns. That matches the mid-aspect brief.

Fuselage choice is not optional. The Spitfire only mounts on the Black and Black Advance fuselages, so riders coming from older AXIS setups need to budget for that swap alongside the wing.

Volume & sizing chart

Use the chart below as a starting point. Add half a litre if you are less experienced, subtract half a litre for a looser feel.

Size	Volume	Rider weight	Best for
720 / 780	Smallest surf sizes	Light riders, powered waves	Advanced
840	Similar area to the ART 999	Mid weight	Intermediate to advanced
900	1,099 cm², AR 7.25	Most prone and wing riders	Intermediate to advanced
1030 to 1180	Light wind and downwind	Heavier riders	All levels

How it compares

Board	Best at	Wave range	Aggregate score
Axis ART 999	High-aspect glide and pumping	Prone and wing	9.2
Axis BSC 890	Carving across disciplines	Prone, wing, kite	9.0
Axis ART 1099	Light wind and long pumps	Wing and downwind	9.1

Verdict

The size most surf foilers should look at first in the Spitfire range. It gives up some low-end lift against the ART wings and pays that back in turning and how hard you can push it once flying. Budget for a Black Advance fuselage if you do not already run one.

Estimated score: 9.2 / 10

Estimated from 3 independent sources — see full list below.

What reviewers around the web are saying

Surfex does not test gear directly. Below are independent retailer and editorial sources. When a source publishes a numeric score, it is normalized to a five-point scale; otherwise the source is listed without a score.

Estimated score

9.2/ 10

9.2

3 sources, none scored

Source	Score	Summary
AXIS Foils official product page	No numeric score	"Describes the Spitfire's distinctive elliptical outline, straight median line and lack of aggressive turndown through the tips, with moderate chords tapering smoothly and reduced foil thickness for enhanced top end."
Wingpassion	No numeric score	"Confirms the Spitfire 900 carries 1,099 cm² across a 900 mm span for an aspect ratio of 7.25, classifies it as a mid-aspect wing and lists its intended use as foiling in the wave."
SURF Magazin	No numeric score	"Tested the Spitfire 900 with a 1,099 cm² area and notes the aspect ratio changes across the ten-size range, with the 1180 at 9.13 against smaller, lower-ratio sizes."

Where to buy & average price

Listed prices come from verified retailer pages. The average price below is an unweighted mean of verified retailer prices — converted to USD (≈) when retailers list in different currencies. Click any retailer to verify the native-currency price.

Average price

$720

$720–$720 · 1 retailers

Retailer	Price	vs. average
AXIS Foils	$720	—	Visit

Frequently asked questions

What size is the AXIS Spitfire 900?+

It spans 900 mm with 1,099 cm² of area, giving an aspect ratio of 7.25.

Is the Spitfire high aspect?+

No. Wingpassion classifies the 900 as a mid-aspect wing at 7.25, sitting between AXIS's carving and high-aspect ART wings.

Which fuselage does it need?+

AXIS lists the Spitfire range as compatible with the Black and Black Advance fuselages only.

What is the Spitfire designed for?+

AXIS built it as a dedicated surf foiling wing for turning waves, with easy predictable lift and the ability to handle breaches.

How much does the Spitfire 900 cost?+

AXIS Foils lists the Spitfire 900 front wing at USD 720.00.

How many sizes are in the range?+

Ten, with spans from 620 to 1180 mm, and the aspect ratio varies across those sizes.