They always seem to update the windsurfing range every year so I was sort of hoping for some new SUP designs for this coming season.
Any news?
Apparently the new Fanatics are on the way, a mate of mine went to the dealers meeting the other week and is blown away by the new range. I'm not sure what the other manufacturers are doing but I reckon all the new stuff will be hitting in the next month or so.
I spoke with a dealer friend in NZ when I shot home for a visit, and he wasn't giving much away but said there are going to be some stunning stuff coming out for next season
I hope they get brought into NZ then so we can see and drool over them. A change of color would also be a good idea as red is just not everyones cup of tea and also helps identify the new seasons models :-)
Any chance of sending a demo board down
for the next up and cumming TAS DEMO DAY
In about 4 weeks time.
We're into wave performance
about 120 to 140 liter buoyancy.
Cheers
Saw the new brochure but no pictures of 14' as they don't have any in the brochure. :-( Paint job looks nice on the 12'6 carbon. HRS has different paint job and white bottom. Apparently the 14's are only in prototype stage and I couldn't get any rocker information on the new ocean racer 14' by 30" at 317Lt.
I will probably order a 14' x 30 HRS construction but its a big leap of faith as I haven't seen any pictures.
The word is that the Fanatic Range for 2012-13 is awesome. Lots of options. Sam, WSS said the range is very strong this year again.
Hey guys you will find there is really no info out there on the boards just yet! a few guys at the Dealers meeting paddled some of the boards so if you get in to you local Fanatic shop they should be able to give you a base run down on the boards and how they go. Myself and a few other Aussies have worked very hard with Sebistan on these boards and we are pretty stoked with how they have come out and cant wait for them to hit the market. Fanatic spent alot of money testing these boards to make them right so people will be able to buy a production race winning board!!
Cheers Jacko
Ordered one, a 14' x 30" HRS at 317lts
I'm sure it will be just what I am after for doing some downwinders. The extra width will suit my 105kgs.
I can't wait .....
For all you Kiwi fanatics... Went to the conference , great waves & great range . If any kiwis are keen , go to your store & check out the details .There are boards coming , our first shipment into Christchurch of race & pro-waves due in early sept is sold out already ! Next shipment is due early Oct.
Any news or pics of the 2013 Fanatic Race boards?
I was on the fence on buying a 2012 12'6x27.75'' Fanatic Carbon but now i don't know if should i wait for the new ones...
Something i love from the 2012 12'6 is its low profile make it a great board on crossed winds, but now with almost 40 liters more i doubt it'll be that good in crossed winds.
Any info?
Thanks!
Hi, I've been lurking for a while just trying to gleen as much info as possible from those of you experienced with the 12'6". I too am ready to purchase one.....maybe tomorrow as there is one just leaning against the wall calling me at a local shop. But I would like to know when the 2013 models will be available and if it is worth waiting for as I'm not really in a hurry. Thank you.
I see Naish have new 2013 range up, so expect Fanatic to follow very shortly with 2013 range.
In short the answer is no.
Different companies release their gear at different times. The majority of the Fanatic race stuff is still a way off. The new race boards will not be arriving with the first shipment of 2013 Fanatic boards.
Some of the current boards have only been available for about 8 months. You wouldn't want them rushing a new shape to market if it wasn't any good.
If they have designed, tested and started to manufacture the new season boards, why not publish the info
I might just get a naish instead.....
BTW, here's the Fanatic Ray: "The Fanatic RAY - is a cruising board for fishing, touring and downwinding. The Ray is big, real big. Like 12' x 31.75 and 271 lt and the 11' x 30" model. Lots of tie down points for cargo and such and ridiculously stable. The 12 footer is so stable anyone could ride it downwind on their first ride."
