Is this the perfect complement to freestyle wave surfing? With the JP-Australia Magic Move is a board that emphasises easy handling, comfort and jibing in this volume class. Despite a volume of only 90 litres, the board is more stable in the water even before planing than the Freestyle WaveSubjectively, this size fits perfectly into the group, as the board is supported on a full 61.5 centimetres in width to compensate. The missing five litres of volume have been removed from the thickness of the board like an excess layer of fat, turning the board into a well-trained freemover.
The flat deck not only offers plenty of space, but also prevents unintentional sideways rolling when not optimally loaded, both when bobbing and planing, as well as in manoeuvres - the principle of raft versus tree trunk also works with windsurf boards. Compared to a pure freeride board, the flat deck provides a slightly more upright, more manoeuvrable standing position in the straps. However, even without straps mounted far out, the board sets itself apart from the field in the speed comparison, only the Tabou 3S can hold its own. The JP Freestyle Wave glides at the same speed at the beginning and only in the acceleration phase does the JP-Australia Magic Move pull away uncatchably.
You don't have to say much about wave riding and freestyle, the manoeuvre strengths lie more on the circular track: the JP-Australia Magic Move glides through jibes of all radii particularly well and above all stable and without bitching or leaving the course. The shape does not react unforgivingly to mistakes, even when changing foot. Above all, this makes it easier to get into the class and still offers advanced freeriders enough potential for sporty jibes with speed and spray.
surf summary of the JP-Australia Magic Move 90
Very forgiving board with the best suitability for flat and choppy water. The JP-Australia Magic Move combines a lively ride with very good jibing qualities. For waves and advanced moves JP of the Freestyle Wave first choice.
Speed, power jibes, easy surfing
Wave suitability
Flat deck shape
Technical data JP-Australia Magic Move 90
- Weight: 6.35 kg*
- Length: 231 cm*
- Width: 61.5 cm*
- Price: 2399/1799 Euro**
- Info under: jp-australia.com
*surf measurement
JP-Australia Magic MoveAvailable sizes and dates
** Wood-Pro construction method/ES construction method
