WINDSURFING 2018
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4 our way of life is fuelled by our addiction to ride. we value each session, adventure and discovery. but more than anything it's all about giving back to you, our customer through our products that we develop and create each year. our team is invaluable and every year we are greeted by technical know-how and fresh perspectives. our combined experience facilitates the brand and its products to evolve within the range, or create new concepts making sure fanatic keeps leading the way in our sport. Founded in 1981, our brand represents over three decades of history. Trailblazing through...

WAVE Whether you’re shredding overhead point breaks or slashing onshore beach breaks, we’ve got it covered. New for 2018 is the Grip! The wave-weapon of champions, its wide swallow tail and fast rocker line pumps out loads of spray through the turns. Our wave team has been testing this concept for over 24 months and have specified the best possible fin setup per board, the name Grip is a result of that R&D process, defining exactly how much grip and drive each shape needs. The Stubby TE welcomes the new 82 and 89 sizes to the fine-tuned 76 and 99. The parallel concept and wide diamond tail...

WAVE / FREE­S TYLE Leaving a legacy in its wake, we wave goodbye to the FreeWave as we know it and welcome a new era! The FreeWave STB is available in 4 sizes, 85, 95, 105 and the new 115, as well as three exciting constructions. Straighter, more parallel rails are combined with a Stubby-Style nose for easy wave performance and epic bump & jump! FREEWAVE STB TEXTREME, FREEWAVE STB TE, FREEWAVE STB ALICE ARUTKIN MORE INFORMATION ON PAGE 34, 48 – 51

FREE­S TYLE Popping onto podiums worldwide to claim their 7th PWA Freestyle title is dream-team Gollito Estredo and the Skate TE. Coming in 4 sizes (86 to 108), the 93 is more compact and with less nose area for even faster rotations, and reduced swing weight. An integrated arch support in the tail pad adds comfort underfoot, whilst our light yet highly durable BXIC construction ensures a ride that can endure your advancements. Feeding the hunger of progressive Freestyle fanatics across the globe with its mindblowing acceleration, top speeds and power, this design slips seamlessly between...

FREE­R IDE Take a journey across the ocean with one of our fun-filled Freerideboards. You’re in for a Blast with the master of Freeride. The slim center combined with a wide diamond tail and compact nose means this range does exactly what is says on the tin. For 2018 the Blast 100, 115 and 130 line-­ p u has been extended with a floaty 145. No wind, no worries, this is your ticket to ride. The everpopular Gecko range consists of seven fun and friendly boards ranging from 98 – 156, and available in two constructions (BXF and HRS). Drawing on our Ocean Minded spirit for inspiration, we...

SLALOM / RACE Look alive racing demons! This is the fastest range of Raceboards on the planet and it’s yours for the taking. Oozing acceleration, speed and rapid change of direction, the slick sensation underfoot will leave you wanting more. The Falcon Slalom TE’s scream ›Speed!‹ with their super efficient cut out design and proven rockers for early planing and fast acceleration. Joining the six piece line is the all new 98, all of which showcase an ergonomic rail design for grip and power from start to finish. Optimised volume flow, premium Biax Carbon sandwich construction and on-trend...

ENTRY We value our ability to enable new sailors and the next generation to get hooked on our sport. With 30 years of riding experience and our passion for windsurfing, we combine our extensive and technical know-how to create the perfect Entry level and Kids boards. Introducing the Viper and Ripper, both designed to deliver the same smooth entry into the sport to all age groups. Both models have a highly durable Softdeck (HRS), multiple footstrap options, and for the Viper range a daggerboard system, whilst the Ripper features a removable fin. The wide compact outline and scoop rocker line...

GRIP TE (68 / 76 / 82 / 89 / 99) — A flawless blend of our bestselling Quad and TriWave, available in our exclusive Biax Innegra Carbon Light Finish Technology with adaptable multi-fin options to suit your personal style. ›› Early planing and fast ›› Adaptable to conditions ›› Snappy and carving surf style ›› Progressive wavesailing GECKO ECO EDITION (112) — Built with Flax, Cork, Bamboo and Bio Resin, instead of a classic Glass and PVC sandwich, the Gecko Eco embodies our Ocean Minded spirit like no other board – and has its very own look and feel. NEW FOOTSTRAPS (PREMIUM AND STANDARD) —...

MEET THE TEAM — »WINDSURFING CELEBRATED ITS 50TH BIRTHDAY THIS YEAR, WE AT FANATIC ARE PROUD TO HAVE BEEN A PART OF IT FOR THE LAST 36 YEARS. THESE ARE EXCITING TIMES IN WINDSURFING, WITH THE NEW FOIL DISCIPLINE SET TO REVOLUTIONISE LIGHT WIND SAILING. AT THE SAME TIME, THE CONSTANT R&D BY OUR TEAM HAS LED TO SOME VERY EXCITING NEW SHAPES, FOR EXAMPLE COMBINING OUR QUAD AND TRIWAVE MODELS INTO ONE SHAPE, THE NEW ALL PURPOSE GRIP, ADAPTED TO EVERY STYLE / CONDITIONS IMAGINABLE. IN TERMS OF CONSTRUCTIONS AND SUSTAINABILITY WE HAVE BEEN WORKING HARD ON SOLUTIONS TOWARDS THE GREENEST POSSIBLE...

INTERNATIONAL TEAM — V-26 / GER YOLI DE BRENDT / TOM BRENDT

ocean minded cad shapin ocean minded Our Ocean Minded spirit is the driving force behind our passion to create and innovate. Complemented by our ethos of protecting what you love<, we celebrate the challenges we face each day to come up with new ways to combine both. Acknowledging the part we play in creating a cleaner, greener environment we work hard to source ethical and raw materials to utilise in the production, packaging and distribution of our products. This year, we are proud to announce the launch of the Gecko Eco. Achieving a premium product with a unique layup of Flax, Cork...