I've just had a week on this board in pretty amazing conditions and I think I'll be buzzing for a while. In just a few sessions, it has become my favourite board ever.
Key words/phrases to describe this board include:
-loose
-skatey
-fast
-responsive
-smooth
-predictable bottom turn
-loves a quick flick to vert
-snappy top turns
It became my new favourite board within the first 30 minutes of riding it and I knew it would reveal even more potential after getting used to it. I'm 70kgs and the 5'8"'is 22L.
I wasn't sure if it would be as good as the Converse for fast down the line surf kiting, but it was awesome. I had a chance to use it in amazing conditions on some solid 6m faces. It remained smooth, controlled and responsive at high speed yet loose and ready to go anywhere. It has a feel common to Airush surfboards sitting up on the water loose and ready for the next subtle input from your feet.
Having tried all of the leading brands, I've always found the Airush boards and kites the most fun to use. I really appreciate the light, alive, responsive, smooth, high performance, on/off or smooth and progressive control, excellent durability.
Clinton Filen and the design team have nailed it again. Thanks to Christian and Sylvie from KiteBud for getting hold of this demo board. I've ordered the carbon version but it be just as happy with this version especially if it gives a little more flex.
Some photos below:
