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Hardboard and InflatableNew wing boards from GunSails

Tobias Frauen

 · 12.10.2022

Hardboard and Inflatable: New wing boards from GunSailsPhoto: Hersteller
In addition to foils and wings, GunSails now also has wing boards in its range
GunSails is now also entering the board sector with a hardboard and an inflatable. The concepts focus on all-round suitability.

In addition to wings, foils and accessories, GunSails now also offers boards. There are two models to start with, an inflatable in three sizes and a hardboard in four sizes. Both are aimed at a broad target group, from beginners to advanced riders.

Hy-Board with different characteristics

The hardboard model called the Hy-Board comes with a different character depending on the size. While the small 5'0" board is aimed at experienced wingers for use in stronger winds, the two medium sizes can be used by everyone from beginners to advanced riders. "Their manoeuvrability and carving potential are fantastic and offer the rider plenty of room for improvement and progression," writes GunSails. The large 6'0", on the other hand, is intended as a board with plenty of reserve volume for light winds or for beginners.

In terms of shape details, Gun relies on a slight nose rocker for gentle nose dives and concaves in the underwater hull for stabilisation. The double US box for the foil sits on a small plateau, which should enable the ideal angle and make the tail kick more effective. The board is made from bamboo and PVC sandwich technology, the box is reinforced with carbon. The scope of delivery includes three foot straps.

Data and prices GunSails Hy-Board

  • 5'0" (90 l, 152 cm long, 68 cm wide): 1,299.00 Euro
  • 5'4" (105 l, 162 cm long, 71 cm wide): 1,329.00 Euro
  • 5'8" (119 l, 172 cm long, 73 cm wide): 1,349.00 Euro
  • 6'0" (132 l, 182 cm long, 76 cm wide): 1,369.00 Euro
A total of seven boards are available from GunSails
Photo: Hersteller

GunSails Hy-Flate as an inflatable alternative

The inflatable board goes by the name Hy-Flate and is said to be the "ultimate combination of pack size, durability and winging performance". The foil plate is made of aluminium, a tear-off edge at the tail is intended to provide early lift and a kick in the pad for a secure stance. Numerous footstrap plugs make the board customisable for all skill levels, although the straps themselves have to be purchased separately. The package also includes a rucksack with wheels, a double lift pump and a repair kit.

Data and prices GunSails Hy-Flate

  • 5'8" (145 l, 173 cm long, 69 cm wide): 849,00 Euro
  • 6'0" (156 l, 183 cm long, 71.5 cm wide): 869.00 Euro
  • 6'4" (171 l, 193 cm long, 74 cm wide): 889.00 Euro

Further information at gunsails.com

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Tobias Frauen

Tobi is our digital man, he looks after the surf website and social media channels and gets on everyone's nerves every morning by asking for more pictures and videos. His surfing CV includes all the famous choppy water spots: As a teenager, he went from his home in Münsterland to the Ijsselmeer or the Brouwersdam, and during his civilian service on Sylt, after countless washes on the west side, the Königshafen became his preferred spot. After studying in Kiel and Heidkate, he was supposed to go to Hamburg “only for a short time”, but this short time has lasted for over ten years and has made him a “weekend warrior”. He goes on tour with his family and camper van as often as possible, often to the Baltic Sea, SPO or Denmark, but also likes to go to Finland, Sweden or Sardinia.

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