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Slater Designs Sci-Fi 2.0 (Ibolic/Futures 5-Finner)

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Slater Designs Sci-Fi 2.0 (Ibolic/Futures 5-Finner)Unsere High Budget Empfehlung fr alle erfahrenen Shortboarder, die ihre Turns aus dem Ozean auf die stehende Welle bersetzen wollen bzw. umgekehrt! Shape: Das Sci Fi 2. 0 ist die berarbeitete Variante des originalen Sci Fis. Der Wide Point wurde etwas nach vorne gezogen und das Tail etwas schmaler gemacht, was schon beim Cymatic hervorragend funktioniert hat. Hauptaugenmerk bleibt auch hier die Tomo typische Channel Bottom Claw Tail Kombination, die

Unsere High Budget Empfehlung für alle erfahrenen Shortboarder, die ihre Turns aus dem Ozean auf die stehende Welle übersetzen wollen bzw. umgekehrt!

Shape:
Das Sci-Fi 2.0 ist die überarbeitete Variante des originalen Sci-Fis. Der Wide Point wurde etwas nach vorne gezogen und das Tail etwas schmaler gemacht, was schon beim Cymatic hervorragend funktioniert hat. Hauptaugenmerk bleibt auch hier die Tomo-typische Channel Bottom-”Claw”-Tail-Kombination, die auf einzigartige Art und Weise Lift, Drive, Grip und Tail Release verknüpft. Die Channels erlauben das Surfen mit etwas kleineren Finnen ohne zu viel Drive opfern zu müssen, während die Winger im Tail für schnellen Wasser-Release und enge Turn Radien sorgen. Die Raildicke ist als Medium zu bezeichnen - für Shortboard Verhältnisse jedenfalls. Für künstliche Wellen und im Vergleich zu Riverboards sind die Rails sehr voll gehalten.

SurferInnen und Bedingungen:
Als “Riverboard” hat sich das Sci-Fi in den Längen 5’1’’ bis 5’5’’ als absolute Allround Performance Maschine mit Hang zu flowigen Rail to Rail Surfen bewiesen, nicht zuletzt auch mit Quad Set up. Durch den vorgezogenen Wide Point und das hohe Volumen im Board Center und den Rails funktioniert es auch in schwächeren Rapid Waves als Performance Shortboard. In kräftigen, steilen Wellen wie z.B. der Unit Wave in Langenfeld ermöglicht es kraftvolle Carves, druckvolle Laybacks und flowige Lines wie kaum ein anderes Board, das wir bisher unter unseren Füßen hatten. Und das, ohne dabei zu anspruchsvoll zu sein, wie es manche High Performance Riverboards sonst sind. Somit können wir es fortgeschrittenen Einsteigern, die zukunftsorientiert ein Surfboard für stehende Wellen suchen, genauso empfehlen wie fortgeschrittenen Rapid Surfern, die ein Surfboard suchen, das sich nicht wie ein Skateboard anfühlt und Railsurfen begünstigt. Lediglich Trick-orientierte Rapid Surfer (Airs, Spins, Slides,...) sind mit skatigeren Riverboards wie dem Evo besser bedient. Als Surfboard für laufende künstliche Wellen wie Wavegarden und Alaia Bay empfehlen wir eine Orientierung an der gewohnten Shortboard Länge und würden diese minimal nach unten skalieren (sprich ein bis zwei Inch kürzer als man das Sci-Fi im Meer surfen würde).

Alternativen:
Das Firewire Mashup ist eine etwas verspieltere Alternative in der noch lebhaftereren Helium Bauweise, die etwas mehr Pivot und engere Turns zulässt, dafür aber nicht so solide auf dem Rail ist. Das Hydroshort ist hingegen noch näher am Ozean Feeling, aber auch etwas anspruchsvoller zu surfen. Unser Favorit der Saison 2023 ist neben dem Sci-Fi das deutlich günstigere Torq RVR in “herkömmlicher” Epoxy Bauweise, das sogar noch etwas schneller ist, aber nur als Thruster genutzt werden kann. Noch robuster geht es beim Lib Tech Whirlpool zu, das sich aktuell als erstes Lib Tech Shape für stehende Wellen ebenfalls sehr hoher Beliebtheit erfreut.

Firewire’s I-Bolic Tech basiert auf der klassischen Helium-Bauweise mit parabolischen Rails und ergänzt diese durch einen Doppel-T-förmigen Stringer. Die Idee dabei ist, die lebhaften Surf Eigenschaften und Robustheit der Helium Bauweise mit den dämpfenden Charakteristika der LFT Bauart zu kombinieren. Ein leichter EPS Kern wird mit einem hochverdichteten Stringer versehen, der durch jeweils einen 3mm dicken “Springer” im Deck und Bottom ergänzt wird. Das Ganze wird dann von einem Paulownia/Balsa Rahmen in Form parabolischer Rails eingerahmt und mit einer extrem robusten und leichten Kunststoff/Epoxy Sandwich Schicht geglast. Das Resultat sind hervorragende Travel Boards, die mindestens genauso robust wie Helium Boards sind, aber aufgrund des härteren Flexes durch den Stringer etwas mehr an das klassische Surf Gefühl von Polyester Boards erinnern.

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★★★★★ 4
Thrilling Fusion of Suspense and Sapphic Longing: Blood and Muscle Delivers with Depth and Desire
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Elle Alexandra delivers a masterfully woven tale of suspense and romance in Blood and Muscle, a novel that seamlessly balances pulse-pounding tension with deeply felt emotional intimacy. Set against the stark yet breathtaking backdrop of Cedar Falls, Wyoming, this story immerses readers in a world where danger and desire are inextricably linked, and where trust is both a luxury and a necessity. At the heart of the novel are Ava Bedford, a reluctant fugitive thrust into witness protection after witnessing a murder tied to a powerful political figure, and Sheriff Lou Harman, a woman whose life is defined by structure, solitude, and an unwavering sense of duty. Their dynamic is as compelling as it is electrifying, Ava’s sharp wit and warmth slowly chipping away at Lou’s carefully maintained defenses, creating a relationship that simmers with slow-burning intensity. Alexandra’s character work is nothing short of exquisite. Both Ava and Lou are richly developed, imbued with layers of vulnerability, resilience, and undeniable magnetism. Their interactions feel organic, their chemistry electric, and their individual arcs deeply satisfying. The town of Cedar Falls, too, becomes more than just a setting, it breathes with its own quiet menace and rugged charm, a place of both refuge and lurking danger. The novel’s pacing is expertly handled, with the tension mounting in a way that keeps readers perpetually on edge. Alexandra deftly balances moments of tender introspection with sequences of gripping suspense, ensuring that neither the romance nor the thriller elements overshadow the other. The prose is fluid, evocative, and often poetic, drawing readers deeper into the world she has so carefully crafted. If there is one minor drawback, it is the at-times subtle transition between the protagonists’ perspectives. While both Ava and Lou’s voices are distinct, a more clearly delineated shift in POV would have further enhanced the reading experience, offering even greater immersion into their respective inner worlds. However, this is a small quibble in an otherwise exceptional novel. Blood and Muscle is a triumph, an intoxicating blend of romance, intrigue, and raw emotion. It is a testament to the power of resilience, the fragility of trust, and the courage it takes to love in the face of uncertainty. Elle Alexandra has crafted a story that lingers long after the final page, making this a must-read for fans of sapphic fiction who crave both heart-pounding suspense and soul-stirring romance.
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San Leandro, US
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🩶Small town 🩶Opposites attract 🩶Sapphic romance 🩶Witness protection 🩶Sheriff/ waitress 🩶Femme/femme Ava witnesses a murder of a congressman and is forced into witness protection and relocated to Cedar falls. This is where she meets sheriff Lou. Chapter 1 had me quickly drawn in as it starts with Ava witnessing the murder after her shift. The tension was palpable. The writing was perfect. I really enjoyed this book. The crime/mystery along with the romance made the story intriguing. Lou and Ava slowly start to develop a beautiful relationship with undeniable chemistry. There is just enough angst that had me stuck wanting to know how the book was going to end. Towards the middle of the book we get Lou’s backstory which pulled at my heartstrings. She went through so much as a child which explained why she was so closed off as an adult. The spice was sweet and well written. This book gave me all the feels. It’s fun, mysterious, intense, emotional and hot. I feel so much happened in 300 pages and I still craved more. The ending was wrapped up perfectly with a HEA. Lastly, I was so happy to see chapters titles! Seems to be a rare occurrence these days.
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Shannon Cross
Natrona Heights, US
★★★★★ 5
Perfect debut novel!
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I had no idea this was Ms. Elle's first official debut! Story was lovely and the flow harmonious...the only indication of the author being British was the reference to an already described sweater as a jumper...but since I love British authors it only added to the charm. No real angst and not really what I would classify as a slow-burn (rather a realistic relationship timeline) made for a quick read! Can't wait to read what she writes next!!
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Chyrl Ann Brown
Houston, US
★★★★★ 5
Great read.
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Once I started this book I kept reading. I enjoyed the story and complex issue bys with both characters, especially with the never having been with another woman for Lou. In this day of self publishing I commend you there were no errors. I will, anxiously, await your next body of work. Thank you for the great read. ,,,
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Jessica Stover
Boise, US
★★★★★ 5
Unputdownable!!!
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This is about Cami, at seventeen years old her family home was broken into and her life tragically changed forever. Eleven years later and she's finally living as normal of a life as she can despite the trauma, when she receives an anonymous phone call with a cryptic message asking if she would like a "do over". Then she receives a link to a video of a boy trapped in a room with bars on the windows and she is told she has 4 days to find him. Her heart stops when she sees the boy's face because he looks so familiar, but it couldn't be what she's thinking, could it? She knows she needs to help him but was told she can't contact the police, so the next best thing she can think of is an old classmate named Rex who she remembered did something in the military with computers. Now Cami and Rex are on a race against time to figure out the secret location of where the video is coming from and where this little boy is being kept before it's too late. But there is so much more than they realize going on and they uncover more and more secrets along the way, the little boy is just the beginning of what they're about to unravel about their past and their futures. This book was truly unputdownable! It captures your attention right from the first chapter and keeps you on the edge of your seat, grasping for answers while finding out secrets that only lead to more questions. I had no idea where this story was going or how it was going to end, and I loved that I couldn't predict what was going to happen. It had suspense, trauma, mystery, heartbreak, loss, healing, romance, found family, second chances, and a happy ending. (*Please make sure to check trigger warnings, it also does have dark topics.) Everything from the beginning to the ending was so well done, so much thought was put into these characters, their back stories, the connections, even down to the details. Five stars doesn't feel like enough for this book, Mia absolutely blew me away with this story! Books like this are why I love to read! ❤️📚
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