THIS SLINGSHOT FORMULA V1 BOARD REVIEW CAN BE READ IN KITEWORLD WINTER EDITION, OUR LATEST SUBSCRIPTION EDITION, PUBLISHED IN NOVEMBER 2021
SLINGSHOT FORMULA V1 BOARD REVIEW
“The Slingshot Formula V1 delivers a combination of instant bite and forward speed with very easy, rewarding carving pop and light weight feel.”
SUMMARY:
What a twin-tip! We’d recommend the 140 as a superb performance freeride length for the majority of riders. As the Formula is so easy to engage a rail, there’s less need to choose a smaller size even if you’re concerned about being able to manage grip in stronger winds. Often we might find that a 140 is a bit stiff / hard work underfoot for many lighter riders, particularly when the wind picks up, but the feel, feedback and control of the Formula V1 140 seems to only get better the more power there is to manage. If you’re under 65 kilos look to the smaller 136, and if you’re over 85 kilos, then look to the 144 as a rough guide. You’re unlikely to go wrong with any size though as the Formula is a superbly tuned board to handle all the ocean can throw at you.
FORMULA BALANCE POINTS:
Build quality: 9
Fixtures and fittings: 9
Speed: 7.5
Pop: 7.5
Drive: 8
Flex: 6.5
Comfort: 7.5
Looseness: 5
Grip: 9
Upwind: 8.5
Slider proof: NA
Boots applicable: No
Freeriding: 9
Freestyle: 7.5
Ease of use: 8.5
