I just want to share some pics of my latest board, designed by Martin Love. Big thanks for many years of great support, Martin! Somehow I became addicted to your designs.

Specs:
Slalom 59 V2
92 liters
239x59 cm
4,8 kg

mr love said..
Cool Fred, great Job, man that is really lightweight. I had forgotten I had done this file for you. I hope it flies!!!

Thank you. As you may know, I'm the slowest boardbuilder. I'm quite happy with the result, although I could have easily saved another 300-400g by using lighter materials.

Can't wait to sail it, but predictions don't look promising.

Beautiful work Fred! (and Martin..)

If the wind doesn't show you can play chess

Hey Fred, have you got any progress pics(read board porn) you would like to share with your fellow/potential board builders?

How much cheaper is the Russian spread-tow than the Textreme, and what is the filament count/tow?

I have lawn envy!!!

Had my first ride on the new board today. I was on the Slalom 75 with 7.8 in gusty lightwind conditions. When the wind picked up a bit I decided to give the 59 V2 a try with the 7.8.

Impressions:

- carries a 7.8 without any problems.

- effortless in subplaning conditions even with a 100 kg rider.

- incredible acceleration. Seems to have no limit. Max. speed today was 34.89 kn and it wasn't hard at all.

- very comfortable stance, perfect insert positions.

-jibes: Can't comment on jibing so far.

-control: I had absolutely no issues today. The board felt loose and lifty but very stable as speed increases. Can't wait to try it in heavy conditions.

I had a great time on the water today. The Slalom 59 V2 clearly is my new favourite board.

Thanks for your excellent work, Martin!