Smik Flying Fish Downwind Foil Board
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Like their name sake, the “Flying Fish” glides effortlessly above the water with grace after having jumped out of the water with ease to escape predators.
In a rapidly changing landscape where downwind board shapes have been evolving at a dramatic pace, the SMIK downwind boards are synonym of ultimate efficiency in generating release from the water and control when on the foil, with a superior construction.
Our range is divided into three categories, which share the same design principles.
First, the shorter, thicker and more maneuverable shapes which can be used for regular downwinders but also light-wind wingfoiling or SUP foil: 6'9, 6'10, 7'1 and 7'3.
Then, the hybrid lengths which are perfect for downwinders on shorter period swells, but can also be used for some light-wind wingfoil: 7'6 and 7'10.
And finally, the longer and narrower shapes with ample glide for pure ocean downwinding: 8'0 and 8'6.
In terms of lines, there’s nothing that looks this sleek, with performance to match its looks
Narrow under waterline allows the corking take off to come into effect, while over on the deck, the super sleek nose, parallel mid-section and hip at the tail provide amazing speed and stability considering the narrow widths.
Over to the bottom shape, the semi-displacement nose with chines offers incredible efficiency, skimming the board back up on touchdowns. In conjunction with the narrow tail, this enables effective porpoising. The long flat from nose to tail allows to create the initial paddle speed before rocking up on the foil with the aid of the smallest of bumps.
Rockerline is a low entry, with a smooth and continuous rocker without flat spots.
