AT DECATHLON, WE DESIGN SKIMBOARD PRODUCTS TO SUIT EVERY LEVEL: BEGINNER, ADVANCED OR EXPERT.
- Beginner: Rides his skimboard on a thin film of water and glides straight ahead.
- Confirmed: Rides his skimboard with speed and does tricks flat or on the foam: 360, varial...
- Expert: Rides his skimboard with speed to the wave and does tricks and/or rides the wave back to the beach.
CONDITIONS OF USE.
This skimboard is designed for teenagers/adults over 40kg who want to discover their first gliding sensations.
It should be used on a thin film of water. Avoid windy days.
Avoid pebbles and rocks on the beach.
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES.
Beware, falls are common in skimboarding. Warm up your wrists and ankles before you start. Wax the top to prevent slipping.
Launch the board in a flat, clear area (watch out for bathers).
HOW TO CHOOSE YOUR SKIMBOARD SIZE.
The size of the skimboard has a direct influence on its stability and manoeuvrability. It needs to be adapted to the user's size. This skimboard is designed for teenagers and adults weighing between 55 and 75 kg, and measuring between 1m60 and 1m80.
DIMENSIONS / WEIGHT.
103cm x 49,5cm / 2,5 Kg
USE RESTRICTIONS.
Do not use in swimming areas. Not suitable for people over 1.90 m tall.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE. PART 1.
1) The throw: Practice throwing your board as straight as possible, over a thin film of water.
2) The run: Start running with the board in hand, throw your board and then sprint to get on it. Your last steps should be as quick as possible.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE. PART 2.
3) The ascent: Climb onto your board as lightly as possible. Your feet should be positioned on the central axis of the board. These key points will give you the best possible glide.
4) The glide: Make sure your knees are bent to lower your center of gravity, which will make you more stable to glide as far as possible.
5) The first tricks: Once you've mastered the glide, have fun putting your hand on the ground to initiate rotations!
