Description

The Luigi is Shinn Kiteboarding's freeride board.

 

If you want supreme comfort, incredible ease of use, effortless upwind and planning performance and all in a package that won’t become obsolete in 6 months - this is the board for you!

 

Equally suited to first time kiteboarders or high performance free rider’s, Shinn Kiteboarding have shaped this board to make every riding session enjoyable, no matter the conditions.

 

Cruising, jumping even wave riding is all-possible and made both fun and easy through the shape, flex and design of the deck. The Shinn Luigi is a high performing free-ride shape for riders that are looking for versatility and no-limits riding. Put your trust in Luigi you won’t be disappointed.

 

The Shinn Luigi holds his head high in all company providing genuine high performance riding for those looking for high speed carving, huge jumping and no limits playful performance. If riding without restraint is your goal then Luigi is the man.

The FS9 mould accurately controls the flex through the tail and the balanced outline provides grip whilst allowing for high speed turns but all new is the adaption of the exaggerated constant curve rocker first seen on the Monk and a revised global flex pattern that cushions your ride without sacrificing performance.

The Shinn Luigi uses a variation on a constant curve rocker through out it's length. Some years ago this rocker would have been considered to be slow to plane and poor upwind but advances in flex control, concave hull shapes and of course kites now mean it can be used to provide un-paralleled control, limitless grip and completely spray free riding in all conditions.

 

The 3D shaping of the deck moulds on all Shinn boards is a blend of functionality and form. Luigi features an FR9 mould, which has been developed to enhance comfort and control. The entire tail section of the board is allowed to flex in a pre-determined manner ensuring constant contact with the water and shock absorption for the rider even in the choppiest conditions whilst the central ridges reduce the torsional flex providing a surprising amount of POP for a free-ride board.

 

Choosing your board size:
Whilst many riders still look at the length of the board when choosing their size it's much more relevant to look at the width. The length of the board can be affected by the shaping of the tip and tail - which in reality plays no part in the performance of the board.

 

To clarify the situation further the difference in surface are between a 130 x 40 and a 130 x 42 is approximately 260cm2 whilst increasing the length of a 130 x 40 to 135 x 40 would give an increase in surface area of less than 200cm2 - nearly 25% less!

 

Footbed and Straps:
The connection between rider and board can make or break the quality of your ride. Of course they should look slick but only after the function is perfect.

 

Shinn Kiteboarding's deep section EVA cushioning ensures luxurious comfort even during the harshest landings, whilst a carefully placed section of memory foam adjusts the surface to the shape of your feet after only a couple of hours riding. Multi-position fixation points allow you to fine tune your stance to perfection. The Shinn footstrap has been shaped to provide maximum grip on your foot with minimal pressure points and complete ease of adjustability.

Fins:
All Shinn twin tips are supplied with high visibility G10 fins and deck protection plates. Shaped exclusively for us from G10 Epoxy (for unsurpassed durability), this 57mm shape provides exceptional grip for it's size whilst still offering great manoeuvrability.

 

Core Construction:
What's inside your board will make a huge difference to how it performs. There is a lot of talk about flex but the mount of flex is just the tip of the iceberg, what"s more important is where the board flex"s and how fast it responds after that flex.

 

Each Shinn twin tip has a carefully engineered core that optimises these characteristics and enhances them for the target rider. Core materials, glass layup and mould shaping are all factors that help us in this area but the heart of every Shinn twin tip is comprised 'mostly' of an Alabasia wood core.

 

No other core material offers the same blend of consistent flex over extended periods of time, feather light weight and near indestructible durability (not to mention environmental friendliness).

 

Mould Shaping:
This FS mould is designed to provide you with the ultimate in comfort and control. It's unique ovalized, central platform creates extreme amounts of tail flex through both axis yet maintains rigidity underfoot to ensure planning performance and upwind ability are un-hindered.

 

Constant Curve Rocker and Outline:
Some years ago this rocker would have been considered to be slow to plane and poor upwind but advances in flex control, concave hull shapes and of course kites now mean it can be used to provide un-paralleled control, limitless grip and completely spray free riding in all conditions.

 

The outline of your board works in conjunction with the rocker to define the way it will perform.

 

In freestyle - this outline style features more curve radius between the feet leading into straighter, larger diameter curves in the tip and tail. On the water this translates into strong edge grip, aggressive POP and fast turning when applying pressure equally through both feet.

 

Who is the board designed for:
Each size is designed to provide a one board quiver. Light wind planing, great control when powered and fantastic upwind ability are all trademarks of the Shinn Luigi range. Huge efficiency, light and upwind ability, yet it's incredibly smooth, stable and power hungry when you are in the mood.

 

The Luigi is easy enough, but it's got real teeth when you are in the mood!

Not aimed at any specific riding style these are boards that will allow you to progress quickly and with the minimum of hassle no matter what your current level is.

 

Shinn Luigi - 128 x 39 - recommended rider weight: 65-75kg

Shinn Luigi - 130 x 40 - recommended rider weight: 70-80kg

Shinn Luigi - 132 x 42 - recommended rider weight: 75-85kg

Shinn Luigi - 134 x 44 - recommended rider weight: 85kg+

 

**Price include footstraps, footbeds, fins and grab handle**

 

Shinn Kiteboarding Luigi 2011 KiteBoard 128 x 39: £549.00 130 x 40: £549.00 132 x 42: £549.00 134 x 44: £549.00

Specs

Length	Width	Core Technology	Inserts	Stance Width	Fin Size	Fin Material
128	39	Alabasia Wood Core	M6	41-46cm	57mm	G-10 Epoxy
130	40	Alabasia Wood Core	M6	41-46cm	57mm	G-10 Epoxy
132	42	Alabasia Wood Core	M6	41-46cm	57mm	G-10 Epoxy
134	44	Alabasia Wood Core	M6	41-46cm	57mm	G-10 Epoxy

 

Features

Shinn Kiteboarding Luigi 2011 Technical Features:

 

 

The connection between rider and board can make or break the quality of your ride. Of course they should look slick but only after the function is perfect.

 

Shinn Kiteboarding's deep section EVA cushioning ensures luxurious comfort even during the harshest landings, whilst a carefully placed section of memory foam adjusts the surface to the shape of your feet after only a couple of hours riding. Multi-position fixation points allow you to fine tune your stance to perfection. The Shinn Sneaker footstrap has been shaped to provide maximum grip on your foot with minimal pressure points and complete ease of adjustability.

 

The Sneaker pad provides variable stance angles and it’s thermoformed profile will hold your foot in place no matter the scenario. After a short period of use the memory foam heel insert will have formed itself to where you stand on the pad. Your sneaker set is now custom shaped for you complete and ready for action.

Fins:
All Shinn twin tips are supplied with high visibility G10 fins and deck protection plates. Shaped exclusively for us from G10 Epoxy (for unsurpassed durability), this 57mm shape provides exceptional grip for it's size whilst still offering great manoeuvrability.

 

Core Construction:
What's inside your board will make a huge difference to how it performs. There is a lot of talk about flex but the mount of flex is just the tip of the iceberg, what"s more important is where the board flex"s and how fast it responds after that flex.

 

Each Shinn twin tip has a carefully engineered core that optimises these characteristics and enhances them for the target rider. Core materials, glass layup and mould shaping are all factors that help us in this area but the heart of every Shinn twin tip is comprised 'mostly' of an Alabasia wood core.

 

No other core material offers the same blend of consistent flex over extended periods of time, feather light weight and near indestructible durability (not to mention environmental friendliness).

 

Mould Shaping:
This FS mould is designed to provide you with the ultimate in comfort and control. It's unique ovalized, central platform creates extreme amounts of tail flex through both axis yet maintains rigidity underfoot to ensure planning performance and upwind ability are un-hindered.

 

Constant Curve Rocker and Outline:
Some years ago this rocker would have been considered to be slow to plane and poor upwind but advances in flex control, concave hull shapes and of course kites now mean it can be used to provide un-paralleled control, limitless grip and completely spray free riding in all conditions.

 

The outline of your board works in conjunction with the rocker to define the way it will perform.

 

In freestyle - this outline style features more curve radius between the feet leading into straighter, larger diameter curves in the tip and tail. On the water this translates into strong edge grip, aggressive POP and fast turning when applying pressure equally through both feet.

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