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Fuse length vs stab size

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Created by Holey > 9 months ago, 2 Jun 2023
Holey
NSW, 6 posts
2 Jun 2023 3:26PM
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If you seek a more manoeuvrable ride what are the pros and cons of a shorter fuse versus a smaller stab. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks.

moebius
1 posts
2 Jun 2023 3:56PM
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Smaller stab size gives less drag and less down force.
Shorter fuse gives more yaw and pitch sensitivity, so increased manoeuvrability

J_foil
NSW, 128 posts
2 Jun 2023 7:25PM
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Longer fuse adds pitch stability and pump projection at the expense of a wider turn radius.

Wider tail adds roll stability, more locked in roll axis but more forgiving to foot position errors.

Holey
NSW, 6 posts
3 Jun 2023 6:47AM
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Thanks Moebius and Ju_foil. Super helpful.

windwing4daWIN
WA, 13 posts
6 Jun 2023 4:39AM
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i went with both shorter fuses and smaller stabs... from 64cm to 56/58 and from 400rear to 350/275p (axis)... loving the increased pitch sensitivity, tighter turns, faster feel, better roll, etc...



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