I just sold my Armstrong 6’8"/96L board, I loved it and think it is a good design (I’m 72kilo), but have another board with similar dims, so want to go longer/more volume to broaden the quiver and for bigger sloppier conditions. I’m looking at Takoon, Appletree, and AFS. In the mid-7’s length and in the 103-110L volume, widths in the 19/20" range. All these boards are expensive, so I really like the idea of the hydrophobic foam and build quality of Appletree, and possibly Takoon. AFS has a 2-year warrantee, and no vent plug, so I’m assuming they are also using a closed cell foam in their construction. Takoon pricing is much lower, perhaps due to direct factory sales and new/small company. Any personal experience on any of these boards? Please state if you’re affiliated. Cheers!
Good experience with the company (and the Comet board), haven’t been on the Ultra Glide…
I have the smallest(75L)Takoon ultra glide, for winging/desperate prone. So far I love it. If I was in the market for another dw board I’d look at the escape I think it’s called. I think I might be only closed cell from now on. I like apple tree too but my understanding of hydrodynamics and experience with one prone board makes me question their tail shapes. I think they might be too sticky. Takuma boards might be closed cell but I’m waiting to see how my morning sun holds up before recommending. Not affiliated. I wouldn’t want to join a club that would have me as a member…