Ideal for
Learning and progressing
Beginner wing foilers
Larger size intermediate wing foilers
Those looking for a durable product
Wing foil schools
Summary
Lightweight, built to last, with the first-ever seamless Ace-Tec construction, the Raptor Launch 5.8 is here to break down barriers in the wing-foiling world. The Raptor Launch 5.8 AT is perfect for beginner and intermediate larger-size wing foilers.
EXPLORE
From the mind of master shaper/designer Mark Raaphorst the Raptor Launch is our newest foil board created using our Ace-Tec construction. An exciting challenge for Mark, this is the first board he has shaped manufactured in Ace-Tec technology. The finished product is revolutionary, and Mark is excited about the doors it will open for new wing foilers, casual weekend warriors, and intermediate larger-size foilers looking for a board that will stand the test of time.
Like all his designs, Mark’s attention to detail is evident. The full nose outline and straight tail rocker provide paddling stability without sacrificing performance. The rear foil placement and bottom chine provide easy lift-off and forgiveness during learning touchdowns. The double-slotted box allows for more secure mounting of the foil, and the diamond-grove textured EVA pad provides traction and grip when turning. Narrower foot strap placement is ideal for wing foiling allowing for dynamic turning.
SIC seamless Ace-Tec product is manufactured in France, which helps us maintain our constant drive for innovation and control the material we use. Ace-Tec Manufacturing is eco-friendly with low energy consumption, includes recycling all our manufacturing off-cuts, and has zero polluting/toxic emissions. Our EPS cores are also made on-site, ensuring zero waste. No auto-obsolesces in our products as we ensure tough, durable long-life equipment.
KEY FEATURES & BENEFITS
ACE-TEC (AT) SEAMLESS CONSTRUCTION
For lightweight, durability with new no-seam construction for comfort
FULL NOSE OUTLINE AND STRAIGHT TAIL ROCKER
Providing stability while paddling and touchdowns
BOTTOM CHINE
For smooth lift-off and forgiving touchdowns
REAR FOIL PLACEMENT AND VOLUME DISTRIBUTION
For easy launching
NARROWER FOOT STRAP PLACEMENT
For wing foiling and more dynamic turning
DOUBLE SLOTTED FIN BOX TRACKS FOR PLATE MOUNT SYSTEM
For secure mounting of foil
DIAMOND-GROOVE AND KICKTAIL PAD
For traction, grip, and assistance with turning
TECHNICAL SPECS
SIC ACE-TEC and TOUGH-TEC products are proudly produced in Vannes (Brittany), France, at the forefront of eco-minded manufacturing. This strategy helps SIC ensure stringent quality control and sets us apart from other manufacturers who predominantly produce their goods in Asia.
Both ACE-TEC and TOUGH-TEC utilize thermo-formed skins, watertight EPS cores, and externally molded inserts. Both technologies use low energy consumption, no pollution, and resource conservation.
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY MANUFACTURE
LOW ENERGY CONSUMPTION
- Short production cycle
- Short Infra-red heating cycle
- Low electricity consumption
NO POLLUTION
- Closed circuit cooling of the mould
- No gas emissions
- No solvents
RESSOURCE CONSERVATION
- Rejection rate (less than 2.5/1000)
- Surplus material systematically recycled
- A capacity per mould 5 times greater than standart techniques
RECYCLABLE PART
- Tough-Tec paddleboards can be entirely recycled at the end of their life cycle.
SHAPERS NOTES BY MARK RAAPHORST
