Boardseeker Magazine
Test Winner - Aug. 20, 2010
"The Tabou Rocket really hits the nail on the head when
it comes to freeriding. It tops the tables in nearly every
performance category, yet impressively blends all this
performance with being one of the easiest boards to ride.
The
Tabou Rocket has quite rightly established itself as a benchmark
freeride board thanks to a fantastic blend of performance and ease of
use...The easiest board to go fast on. It goes quick without even trying
hard and is really comfortable at the same time...Unbelievable control
at the top end for a board of this size and the best early planing
performance of the group"
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Once you blast off on the Rocket, you instantly get a feeling
of freedom. The unique bottom shape combined with the shorter outline
gives you a flying sensation in the lightest of winds. These boards
are built to do it all- step on and you can’t deny the smile that hits
you. Perfectly crafted deck shape, an unbeatable rocker line combined
with magic rails keep the Rocket on top of the game.
Fabien Vollenweider (Tabou Shaper) comments:
“We
keep learning how to make our Manta race boards faster and faster -
this translates directly over to the Rocket range! We have a couple new
shapes that will show you some of the fastest freeride GPS numbers out
there. Be ready to go fast... Get maximum
performance from lighter weight and stiffer ride. This is the top of
the line freeride machine”!
Standard Wood/PVC Glass is built for the customer that wants a great board without breaking the bank. The perfect balance of strength to
weight ratio, makes this full PVC sandwich structure a popular
construction - strong enough to take some abuse and light enough to
keep you smiling!
GT AST High resistance composite technology – an optimum weight and
durable
construction for every-day use. A thick, durable outer skin gives the
board hull a high strength, ding and impact resistance. Strategic use of
glass reinforcements ensures an adequate stiffness.
Fabien Vollenweider (Tabou Shaper) comments:
“This
board works for everybody- we have developed a perfect construction
that delivers durability and performance all right here in the standard
construction”.
- GT Wood and AST - our most popular
construction: The same original shapes just in most durable and
affordable construction. Slightly heavier and less reactive, the GT suits the
budget minded Freerider that wants a great and durable board
- Newly designed 115 and 135- more planing and better top end speed
- The
NEW smoothed Rocker Line gives quicker acceleration. New outlines
combined with a small winger on the tail give unmatched top end and
life to these new designs
- Rocket 135 has increased its length for smoother planning
- Increased double concave entry in the nose area to prevent hitting chop and smooth out the ride
- New
Size- Rocket 155 GT- basically a Cool Rider 160 without the Center fin or Eva deck pad. Much lighter board with a high
end fin, make this a performance oriented entry level/progression machine
- Integrated heel cushions
- Rocket GT 95, 105 and 115 in Wood construction - similar weight and feel to the Standard Wood - highly recommended!
- Rocket GT 125, 135, 145 and 155 comes in AST construction and with exta footstrap insert positions (to move footstraps inboard or outboard) for faster learning and progression - highly recommended!
Fabien Vollenweider (Tabou Shaper) comments:
“This
board is mainly for the consumer that wants a great shape and doesn’t
have a lot of budget to spend. The boards are great - a proven shape that you can grow into”.
Tabou Test Reports: Boardseeker Magazine
"Tabou have really hit the nail on the head with this board.
For blasting, gybing, early planing and fun, you won't find a better
board on the market. Without question, the Rocket is the quickest
board onto the plane in the group...what impresses most however, is the
ease at which it manages to get going.
It
really is head and shoulders above the rest when it comes to true ‘ease
of planing’...The Rocket lives up to its name. It really is a quick
board, but in keeping with form so far, it’s the ease at which it goes
fast that impresses...the group leader for intermediate and beginner
carve gybers."
Tabou Test Reports: Windsurfing Magazine
What We Liked:
The “magic carpet” offered a stable, invigorating ride for intermediate
and advanced testers alike. One tester noted that it “floated over
chop” and another left the water shouting “Tabou -- WOOHOO!”
Comfortable, accessible speed for any sailor.
Better Than the Fleet at: All-around performance that’s accessible for sailors of any skill level.
Best Suits: Get-on-and-go sailors who want a fun and friendly ride that doesn’t require tuning and tweaking.
Other Highlights: Ultra-comfy Tabou foot straps, solid molded prepreg fin.
2010 Model |
Volume |
Length |
Width |
GT |
STD |
LTD |
Box |
Fin |
Sail Size |
Rocket 95 |
95 l |
237 cm |
58 cm |
7.3 kg |
6.8 kg |
6.1 kg |
Power Box |
FR 30 |
4.2-6.7 |
Rocket 105 |
105 l |
242 cm |
61 cm |
7.9 kg |
7.1 kg |
6.5 kg |
Power Box |
FR 34 |
4.5-7.0 |
Rocket 115 |
115 l |
242 cm |
66 cm |
8.0 kg |
7.5 kg |
6.7 kg |
Power Box |
FR 38 |
4.7-8.0 |
Rocket 125 |
125 l |
245 cm |
69 cm |
9.0 kg |
7.8 kg |
6.9 kg |
Power Box |
FR 44 |
5.5-8.0 |
Rocket 135 |
135 l |
250 cm |
72 cm |
9.4kg |
7.9 kg |
7.3 kg |
Power Box |
FR 46 |
6.0-8.5 |
Rocket 145 |
145 l |
245 cm |
76 cm |
10.2 kg |
8.4 kg |
7.4 kg |
Power Box |
FR 48 |
6.0-9.8 |
Rocket 155 GT |
155 l |
256 cm |
76 cm |
TBA |
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Power Box |
FR48 |
6.0-10.0 |
GT: Glass / Wood Sandwich construction (95 - 115) AST construction (125 - 155)
STD: Wood / Glass / PVC Full Sandwich construction
LTD: Biax Carbon / Wood / PVC Full Sandwich construction
** Weights are given (+) PLUS OR (-) MINUS 6%, *Estimated weight
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