2012 Tabou MANTA
FULL THROTTLE
When it comes to be the fastest, the manta board gives no mercy. Top speed on the straights, explosive acceleration out of the jibe and perfect control under all circumstances are the outstanding features of the State of the Art Slalom boards. No matter where the Tabou Pro Team starts, his goal is to always win. With the ultra-lightweight and extremely stiff Team Pro Boards they have the right tools for the toughest competition. For the same reason, even your buddies should get used to the idea that second place is as close as they will get to you.
ROSS WILLIAMS "On the gybe you win your race, using the new Mantas I've got all the aces."
BENOIT MOUSILLIMANI "I hope we can ride a few races on the wind limit. The new 85 is my secret weapon in light winds."
FABIEN ABOUT R&D
The '85, '81 and '71 are completely new developments, new rockers, new outline, newunderwater hull and new decks. The team is excited, these are the fastest Boards they with the out-increased the vol-have ever had under their feet. On the 85, we have experimented a lot line. We had a few prototypes with very narrow tail that were very fast. However, the rear strap was positioned so far inside that they could no longer stand relaxed. So we came up with the idea to hold the tail up wide, but keep the bottom with two bevels quite narrow. At the same time the new shapes have similar rockers like last years new 79er. Together with the new V-curve in the tail and in the nose we get very smooth running boards which plane extremely early. In addition, we have ume in the tail for more speed out of the jibe, which is extremely important to get free wind. All boards have a huge range, start to plane extremely early and can be used
in high wind without loosing control. Mission accomplished.
"With the Manta boards under my feet I focus my work on my tactics, even if the wind suddenly picks up I have everything under control."
BOTTOM LINE
Forbiddingly fast, yet easy to control that`s why the Manta Shapes are unbeatable competitive machines regardless of whether the PWA Slalom World Cup or at the Match Race on the lake. The new rocker along with the new V flow brings even more power: No Speed Limits!
DETAILS
Ultra-fast, yet easy to act this DNA is present in all Manta Shapes. The '85 has a new outline, a new tail design and a new rocker curve.
The '81 and '71 have a new outline, but a significantly smaller compared to 85er cutout in the rear. This Harmonizes perfectly with the
broad outline in the middle of the shapes and the strongly tapered rear areas. The result is early planing without sacrificing top end
speed. The rest of the successful Manta Range has not changed. All boards are equipped with comfortable EVA pads and lightly adjusted foot straps. Fins are not included in these racing machines.
This great range enables size specific options for any rider:
- S to M people should choose Manta 54, 65, 71
- L to XL people should choose Manta 59, 71, 81
- XXL people should choose Manta 59, 71, 85
