F2 Rebel 75

F2

The F2 Wave range still includes the two unchanged models Rebel (Singlefin) and Rave (Twinser), only the construction - the 2010 boards are on average 400 grams lighter than the previous models - has been modified.

On land: The F2 Rebel is now entering its third year unchanged, so apart from the new paint job and lighter construction, everything remains the same: The outline is very harmonious with a round nose and voluminous rails.

On the water: The F2 is still the benchmark when it comes to suitability for wave beginners and strong wind flat water. The entire setup fits perfectly, the board planes effortlessly and without delay. As soon as North Sea currents tug at the fin and white water rollers block your path, there is hardly a better board for getting through the surf. Only the new Starboard Quad gets you out even easier thanks to its greater width. Even when hacking, the board remains very easy to control and pleasantly absorbs choppy waves.

This cosy character trait continues seamlessly on the wave: the Rebel holds its speed very well, even in front of slack Baltic Sea waves, you simply arrive at the top of the cutback with more steam than with many other boards. The radii in the bottom turn can also be varied at any time, although this requires a little more power than with the light-footed twinser boards. You also have to push comparatively harder on the cutback to wring radically tight turns out of the board. However, the F2 is by no means boring or unradical.

surf recommendation: The characteristics of the two F2 wave boards are similar, but the two boards complement each other very well. Good control and balanced turning characteristics make both boards highly recommendable and, in principle, usable in all areas. However, the Rebel is a little more universal due to its excellent gliding characteristics. If you can accept a small loss in performance and are looking for a more radical board instead, you should go for the Rave.

Web: www.f2.com

Downloads:

Waveboards 75 2010 (pdf)