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The Exocet Breeze V2 windsurfing board uses its extended length to generate its own power, a characteristic of longboards. This design allows riders to use a sail that is a half-size smaller than what would be required on a comparable shortboard, yet still achieve the same amount of power and moment
The Exocet RS-62 windsurfing board incorporates an integrated shock absorber, a design feature the company says it has been developing for over 20 years. The system consists of an elliptical component with a soft inner material placed under the rider's feet to dampen vibrations from choppy water, en
Adding an upward curve at the back of a board, known as a “tail kick,” helps it get on plane faster, a critical performance metric. However, this design comes at a cost, making the board feel looser and less powerful by disrupting the clean flow of water that a flat surface provides. To compensate
Windsurf brand Exocet is building its 'Cross' model line with two distinct construction methods to target different riders. The high-end version uses a full PVC wrap with a carbon innegra fiber, a material chosen for its combination of stiffness and high impact resistance, making it suitable for adv
Former world champion windsurfer Patrice Belbeoch reflected on his professional career, which began in 1986. While he won the world title in the wave discipline about a decade later, he highlighted his best competitive year as one where he placed first in wave, second in slalom, and second overall,