Surface 2 Air Sports01202 738 448Known as S2AS on the lake, on the beach or on the mountain. Established in 2002 Surface 2 Air Sports has become known, as the rider owned rider run extreme sports leaders in the UK.FacebookInstagramTwitterYoutubeGoogplePlusPinterest
SIC was born of shaper/waterman Mark Raaphorst. Hailing originally from the Netherlands, he left at the age of 16 to fulfill his windsurfing dreams, which, like so many windsurfers, landed him on the north shores of Maui, Hawaii here he fulfilled his dream of becoming a waterman, making a living doing board repairs, and learning the craft of shaping from the masters. Soon after, Raaphorst established Ding King Fiberglass Works repair shop. Tearing apart boards gave him a unique insight into board construction, quality, and materials. It was not long before Raaphorst was shaping boards and building outrigger canoes out of his facility.
SIC Maui New Products
SIC Maui
Product Code: 37699
<h2><strong>Take a look at the new SIC Maui Slash Front Wing at S2AS!</strong></h2><p>The front wing Slash is designed for more advanced riders. It’s high-lift, low-drag design is efficient and capable of achieving high top-end speeds. You will glide faster and longer with this design. The Slash is responsive, stable and pumps exceptionally well, getting you through the smaller waves and lulls. This design is excellent for windsurf, wing and foiling down wind.<br/><br/>The Slash Front Wing is available in 3 different sizes: 1000, 1300 and 1500 cm²</p><h3><strong>Features:</strong></h3><p>- 100% PREPREG CARBON FIBER FRONT WINGS + REAR WINGS: For lightness and stiffness<br/>- INTERCHANGEABLE FRONT AND REAR WING WINGS: Gives you the option to change out components when conditions change<br/>- MARINE-GRADE HARDWARE: Strong and corrosion resistant</p>
<h2><strong>Take a look at the new SIC Maui Mako SUP Foilboard at S2AS!</strong></h2> <p>The Mako is slightly narrower than the Manta 6’0” but has 10 liters more volume to support the paddler’s standing weight.<br /> <br /> The nose has a more sleek and pointy design to be more forgiving and to surface faster if the board pearls. The general dimension and foam flow distribution enhance fore and aft stability, and the bottom rail chines help mitigate the board catapulting when you touch down and during steep turns. The contoured deck increases side-to-side stability.<br /> <br /> Launching up onto the foil with ease was the main focus behind the Mako design making this a perfect beginner foilboard or advanced for larger riders.</p> <h3><strong>Features:</strong></h3> <p>- NARROWER WIDTH AND LOWER VOLUME: For wing foiling and more dynamic turning<br /> - CONTOURED DECK: For bracing and better control<br /> - ROUNDED NOSE: For better planing and more forgiving touch downs<br /> - DIAMOND GROOVE TEXTURED EVA PAD: For traction and grip<br /> - KICK PAD: Assist with turning<br /> - FOOT STRAP INSERTS: Stay connected to the board when you need it<br /> - BOTTOM ERGO-UNDERCUT CARRY HANDLE: For ease with carrying<br /> - DOUBLE LEASH PLUG: To connect a leash for safety<br /> - DOUBLE SLOTTED FIN BOX TRACKS (9CM SPACING) FOR PLATE MOUNT SYSTEM: For secure mounting of foil<br /> - GORE-TEX BREATHER VENT: Allows board to breathe and prevent delamination</p> <h3><strong>Sizing and Specifications:</strong></h3> <p>- Sizing: 5'7" x 28.0" x 4.4" (170.2 x 71.1 x 11.2 cm)<br /> - Volume: 105 L<br /> - Weight: 16.1 lbs / 7.3 kg</p>
<h2><strong>Take a look at the ew SIC Maui Raptor 5'0" Foilboard at S2AS!</strong></h2> <p>The Raptor is a performance foilboard that lifts off with ease and has enough volume to start standing on your feet for a more advanced foiler.<br /> <br /> This board lifts off with ease due to its relatively low rocker. The rail chines reduce the chance of catching on touch-down while banking upwind, carving a jibe, or turning hard in the surf. This board is narrower than a SUP foil board because you have the power of the wing to generate stability, which comes from the forward momentum as you accelerate from a sitting or kneeling position. The board still has enough volume to start standing on your feet for the more advanced wing foiler. Add foot straps for the board for more power to the foil or if you intend to catch air.<br /> <br /> The Raptor wing foilboard is a performance dream board.</p> <h3><strong>Features:</strong></h3> <p>- NARROWER WIDTH AND LOWER VOLUME: For wing foiling and more dynamic turning<br /> - CONTOURED DECK: For bracing and better control<br /> - ROUNDED NOSE: For better planing and more forgiving touch downs<br /> - DIAMOND GROOVE TEXTURED EVA PAD: For traction and grip<br /> - KICK PAD: Assist with turning<br /> - FOOT STRAP INSERTS: Stay connected to the board when you need it<br /> - BOTTOM ERGO-UNDERCUT CARRY HANDLE: For ease with carrying<br /> - DOUBLE LEASH PLUG: To connect a leash for safety<br /> - DOUBLE SLOTTED FIN BOX TRACKS (9CM SPACING) FOR PLATE MOUNT SYSTEM: For secure mounting of foil<br /> - GORE-TEX BREATHER VENT: Allows board to breathe and prevent delamination</p> <h3><strong>Sizing and Specifications:</strong></h3> <p>- Sizing: 5'0" x 25.0" x 4.6" (152.4 x 63.5 x 11.7cm)<br /> - Volume: 80 L<br /> - Weight: 15.2 lbs / 6.9 kg</p>
<h2><strong>Take a look at the SIC Maui Manta 6'0" SUP Foilboard at S2AS!</strong></h2> <p>While primarily a surf foilboard, the Manta is also a lot of fun on shorter downwind runs. However, this board is designed to catch waves and swells that are not ideal for traditional surfing.<br /> <br /> In Hawaii, SIC have trade winds that can make for messy wave conditions, but you don’t have to miss a day on the water with the Manta foil board. This board pops up sweetly onto its foil, glides smoothly in little swell, and carves up a storm. Call the Manta your ‘daily driver.’ This board is stable and has enough length, volume, and glide to lift you onto the foil in the big blue, yet, it has a low enough swing weight that you can also drop-in, kick out, and pump your board back out to the lineup for another ride.</p> <h3><strong>Features:</strong></h3> <p>- BEVELED RAILS ON THE BOTTOM: Mitigate catching on touch downs and turning<br /> - BLUNTED NOSE: Lower swing weight gives the board a lighter feel when turning<br /> - CONTOURED DECK: Improve bracing and better control<br /> - DIAMOND GROOVE TEXTURED EVA PAD: For traction and grip<br /> - KICK PAD: Assist with turning<br /> - FOOT STRAP INSERTS: Stay connected to the board when you need it<br /> - BOTTOM ERGO-UNDERCUT CARRY HANDLE: For ease with carrying<br /> - DOUBLE LEASH PLUG: To connect a leash for safety<br /> - DOUBLE SLOTTED FIN BOX TRACKS (9CM SPACING) FOR PLATE MOUNT SYSTEM: For secure mounting of foil<br /> - GORE-TEX BREATHER VENT: Allows board to breathe and prevent delamination</p> <h3><strong>Sizing and Specifications:</strong></h3> <p>- Sizing: 6'0" x 28.5" x 4.5" (182.9 x 72.4 x 11.4cm)<br /> - Volume: 104 L<br /> - Weight: 16.5 lbs / 7.5 kg</p>
<h2><strong>Take a look at the new SIC Maui Raptor Wingsurfer at S2AS!</strong></h2> <p>The all-new SIC Raptor wing has been designed and rigorously tested by the team on Maui and Europe. Working in collaboration with sister company CORE Kiteboarding, a leader in kite design and technology, SIC is proud to introduce this series of performance wings.<br /> <br /> The wing's leading edge utilizes ultra-rigid, non-stretch, ExoTex® Dacron, which incorporates a unique thread structure and emulsion (protective coating) process that allows for a higher-pressure airframe and substantially increases tube strength and rigidity. The non-stretch Dacron improves airflow, flight stability, and prevents seam bulging on the leading edge. Expect snappy turns, explosive lift, and smooth sailing upwind.<br /> <br /> Industry-leading, CoreTex® Triple Ripstop canopy materials was developed by CORE Kiteboarding and is only available on the SIC Raptor wings. This high- performance fabric is protected and strengthened with a unique coating process. CoreTex® sets the standard in breaking strength, tear resistance, UV protection, elongation, and overall durability. Feel the tight, crisp signature only a CoreTex® built wing can deliver.<br /> <br /> The wing's low aspect ratio provides tremendous power, and due to the shorter wingspan, it reduces the chance of your wing tip dragging in the water when powering up, tacking, jibing, and board touch-downs. The Raptor wing uses an in-flow panel connecting the canopy with the control strut, ensuring that the wing maintains the most efficient aerodynamic profile during acceleration and cruising speed. The web handle loops help maintain control, trim, and comfort.<br /> <br /> A Rush-Air valve system enables you to quickly inflate the wing to the requested inflation pressure with little effort and allows you to deflate the wing in case of pressure adjustment or when you want to pack up the wing.</p> <h3><strong>Features:</strong></h3> <p>- CoreTex® Triple Ripstop Canopy: Sets the standard in breaking strength, tear resistance, UV protection, elongation, and overall durability.<br /> - Proprietary ExoTex® Dacron Fabric Structure: Allows for a higher-pressure airframe and substantially increases tube strength and rigidity. The non-stretch Dacron improves airflow, flight stability, and prevents seam bulging on the leading edge. Expect snappy turns, explosive lift, and smooth sailing upwind.<br /> - EVA Core Handle Grips: Enjoy comfort, control, and agility<br /> - In-Flow Panel design: Stabilizes the wing canopy shape<br /> - Trailling Edge Battens: To stabilize leech for better control while flying<br /> - Windowless Design: For maximum performance, as windows not only add weight they also affect how thw wing flies<br /> - Dual Quick Inflation Valves: For pressure control and safety.<br /> </p> <h3><strong>Package Includes:</strong></h3> <p>- 1x Wing<br /> - 1x Wrist leash<br /> - 1x Carry backpack<br /> - 1x Repair kit<br /> </p>
During the pioneering days of SUP, many legendary watermen came to Mark and asked him to shape a board to paddle in waves and paddle down the coast. Mark took their input and began to shape some of the earliest SUP boards, which would help the sport get off the ground and drive the early days of innovation.
In 2006 Mark created his brand, "Sandwich Islands Composites." The Sandwich Islands being the name that Captain James Cook, British Explorer, Navigator, Cartographer, gave the Hawaiian islands in honor of Lord Sandwich who had sponsored the voyages.
"For all of us at SIC, hitting the water is about fun and part of our job. We have the privilege to dream, create and test boards, foils, wings, and surfboards. We learn something new every time we are on the water and from each other’s experience riding and trying new gear, and then we get to put them into production for your pleasure." - Mark Raaphorst
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