Core Badger Kite Surfboard
IN A NUTSHELL...
The compact Core Badger bridges the gap between the 720 and the Ripper. With a lot of volume in the nose and a fish tail, the Badger was specially developed for surfing in small (wind) swell and also has an extremely high freestyle suitability.
Design details
SMALL WAVE / STRAPLESS FREESTYLE
SIZES
4'11" - 18" | 1 7/8" | 17 L | 45 - 65 kg
5'2" - 18 10/12" | 1 11/12" | 19,7 L | 55 - 80 kg
5'5" - 19 13/16" | 2 1/16" | 22,6 L | > 80 kg
COMES WITH:
The Core Badger comes standard with a CORE Rear Traction Pad, Leash Plug and FCS II fin boxes.
FINS NOT INCLUDED
The brand new construction of an XPS core and Glass-Soric sandwich is impregnated by infusion - this is unique and guarantees excellent strength of the board. We are looking forward to the feedback from the scene.
SHAPE
FISH-OUTLINE
In general, a fishtail takes up some space from the tail and lengthens the rail. The result is that a fish can be "forced" extremely well into small, snappy turns, but also the long rail with the small radius ensures that wide radius can be surfed with a lot of grip and high speed.
HYBRID HULL
The spine in the nose provides extreme smoothness, soft landings and minimizes the risk of diving in the chop. The transition into a double concave ensures that the rocker in the middle section is kept low, while the rails have a higher rocker. This allows for tighter turns than classic fish shapes. The Vee in the tail gives the Badger a lot of control and a smooth transition from rail to rail.
FLAT ROCKER
The Badger has a flat entry, middle and exit rocker for particularly early planing. In addition, it gives the board a very controllable edging in the bottom turn as well as before the jump.
GRAB-RAILS
Slightly indicated grab rails underline the Badger’s freestyle suitability.
CONSTRUCTION
DESIGNED IN GERMANY.
HANDMADE IN PORTUGAL.
Developed in Fehmarn and produced by experienced shapers in Portugal. The Badger is handcrafted to guarantee one hundred percent dimensional precision and specific glass board performance.
ULTRA-RIGID CONSTRUCTION
In terms of construction, the Badger differs from the other surfboards. The waterproof XPS core has an enormously high compressive strength. It is encased in fiberglass and in the deck additionally reinforced with a Soric layer, which gives the core much better durability and makes it almost impossible to leave dents.
UNIQUE PRODUCTION PROCESS
As with the Imperator, the laminate is impregnated by infusion - this is unique and guarantees excellent strength of the board. It also allows to build the board even thinner, as the stiffness is slightly higher than with classic surfboard constructions.
CARBON TAILPATCH
The carbon reinforced tail protects against bumps and breaks - by its partial use the board maintains its good flex in the tail and the whole board stays nice and light.
THRUSTER FIN SETUP
To realize a loose character, pronounced turning pleasure and a light takeoff via rolling kickers, the Badger is equipped with a classic thruster setup.
ORIGINAL FCS II FIN SYSTEM
The FCS-II system allows the fins to be changed within a few seconds – without the need for tools. Of course, older generations of FCS fins can also be mounted with a grub screw.
LEVEL ONE VERIFIED ECOBOARD
Making high-performance products more sustainable is a good thing. Our feel-good board incorporates sustainable materials like recycled plastic bottles and bio-resins to reduce its carbon footprint.