The all-round model Hover ( HERE there's a test) is getting two new siblings, each of which is intended to cover a more specialised area of application.
Naish Bullet - Raceboard for speed freaks
The Bullet is said to be the first freeride & freerace board in the Naish board range. The idea: A narrower outline ensures less resistance when heating up and planing. In the event of unavoidable touchdowns, the strongly keeled and deep underwater hull gently catches the board and prevents hard crashes. The underwater hull is divided into different segments and should have a long planing surface for easy take-off. In the bow area, the shapers want to have given the Bullet enough flex to safely absorb crashes.
The target group is likely to be both dedicated foil racers and advanced freeriders who are looking for a board that planes early and is forgiving. According to the manufacturer Naish, it makes sense to use smaller, sporty foils in order to utilise the full speed potential of the Bullet. The Naish Bullets are available for 1799 or 1919 euros.
Compact LE - the new trick machine?
Naish now also wants to make freestylers happy with a special model - the Hover Compact LE. This is designed to be significantly shorter than the all-rounder Hover. The aim is to minimise the flywheel mass for extremely fast rotations and absolutely direct freestyle handling. According to the manufacturer, the Compact LE is also not a board for the masses, but rather a concept for experienced wingers, because the shortened gliding surface requires a good take-off and pumping technique. However, you will be rewarded with unbeatably playful riding behaviour.
The Naish Hover Compact LE will be available in four sizes with 70/80/100 and 115 litres. Prices range from 1595 to 1699 euros, depending on the size.
If you want to see the new boards in action, you can find two more product videos here:
Manuel Vogel
Editor surf
