Surf Imperatrice EPS - 5'6 Second Rate 12659
Program
Surf as short as possible, with style and speed, on a super comfortable board. This is the board to score fun sessions in the summertime, and much more !
Presentation
Generating a crazy amount of speed on the wave and turning as short as possible is what the Imperatrice is all about thanks to a thin and relatively wide retro fish shape. Surfing short or with comfort? No need to choose!
The Imperatrice can be surfed short because it has volume for its size, which translates to easy paddling and take offs. It’s a board that flies over water. It is the ideal summer board for intermediate to advanced surfers and it will quickly take a very important place in your quiver.
The traditional Keel Fins set-up, combined with the quality of its 100% fiber GONG fins, give the Imperatrice grip and impressive steering precision.
Ideal Waves
- Size: from knee to shoulder high.
- Power: it shines in powerless waves.
- Shape: it can handle it all but it prefers glassy waves.
Technical sheet
Surf Imperatrice EPS - 5'6 Second Rate 12659 5'6
Buying guide
For whom?
You have a good level in surfing. You like surfing culture, its history, beautiful boards, fluid lines, glide and style.
What for?
Put the pedal to the metal in average waves and reel off beautiful turns.
Which size?
Ideal waves?
- Size: from knee to shoulder high.
- Power: it shines in powerless waves.
- Shape: it can handle it all but it prefers glassy waves.
Which shape?
Imperatrice or Matata?
They will shine in the same conditions, the Matata is unbeatable in acceleration, subtil pumping movements are enough to get it going, it is perfect for flying over flat sections and surfing on a very fast horizontal line. The Imperatrice will have more drive, more hold in strong carves. These are two boards that will offer a lot of glide, one with very strong acceleration (Matata), and the other (Imperatrice) with significant control and a strong ability to wrap off your turns.
Imperatrice or Pie?
For the same volume, the Pie will have more length, it will be more slender. This will have a positive impact on paddling speed, but especially on the size of the waves you can surf with it. The Pie will have a higher top end, so you can surf a bit more wave size with the Pie. It is also more comfortable in hollow conditions with an early drop. The Pie is very round and easy to drive. The lines of its tail and its nose are more pinched for easy handling. The Imperatrice will show more character in the low end, in small and sloppy waves, by having more drive, and by being even easier for generating speed. The Imperatrice will be the board for a good surfer who seeks uncompromising excellence in a retro fish shape.
Imperatrice or Fork?
The Fork will be closer to riding a classic shortboard, but with a huge speed boost and incredible pop. This fish isn’t retro, it’s very modern ? The low end and the compactness of the Imperatrice are much better but its twin set-up versus quad of theFork, will offer a very progressive glide in carves while the Fork will be much more explosive.
Equipments
- These boards are equipped with a leash plug and 2 Futures fin boxes.
- 2 Futures fin boxes.
- 2 Futures Keel Fins 125mm.
- Concrete Fixed Plug at the tail so you never lose your board.
Delivery
Delivery time
We indicate a preparation and shipping time of 3 working days. In reality, the majority of orders are shipped within 24/48 hours.
The delivery time, i.e. delivery time of the package to your home, then depends on the delivery location and the carrier.
We work with reliable and efficient carriers. 99% of shipments go perfectly and quickly. In the case of the remaining 1%, rest assured that we will do what is necessary with the carrier.
Shipping fees
Unlike other sites, shipping costs are not hidden behind the price of our products. You know exactly what shipping costs you, and you are not disadvantaged if you choose to collect your order at our GONG Space Center.
Shipping costs are calculated based on the weight and volume of each package, and your delivery address.
Tracking your package
Delivery tracking is managed directly by the carriers to whom we have entrusted your packages. They will contact you by email or SMS to allow you to choose delivery methods and follow the route of your package.
Carriers
We work with the best transport societies to deliver to you throughout Europe and the world within very short deadlines. We chose them for their quality of service and their compliance with deadlines.
For mainland France, 80% of your orders arrive at their destination in less than 48 hours of processing.
For Europe, delivery times vary from 3 to 6 working days, depending on the country of destination.
For the rest of the world, delivery times depend on transit time and customs clearance time. This delay depends on customs and can last from a few days to a few weeks depending on the destination and seasonality.
Please note, transport time is added to preparation/shipping time. Two companies collaborate on your order (GONG and the carrier). Each one masters its activity and is committed to optimizing its deadlines so that you are delivered as quickly as possible and at a reasonable price.
Eco-responsible packaging
Preserving the environment is an absolute priority. This is why we do everything possible to reduce our ecological footprint.
The most important thing is to sell quality, durable products that will be repairable and will please you for a long time.
For our shipments, we use:
Scotch craft paper.
Final packaging in high-end cardboard.
For rigid boards: Flexi-Hex, very high resistance ecological packaging.
This means:
Reusable and recyclable packaging.
An almost total reduction in single-use plastic.
Maximum protection and impact resistance for rigid boards thanks to the innovative Flexi-Hex honeycomb design (35mm thick).
Receipt of your product
Upon delivery, check the condition of your package in the presence of the carrier. A complete explanation email on the procedure to follow will be sent to you when your order is shipped.
Despite our requirements and all the care we take in the packaging and protection of your product, transport hazards may occur, and your product may suffer more or less significant transport damage.
Note that the products are protected in their carton. If you have any doubts, simply refuse delivery and contact us.
More infos
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Comment bien coller vos pads ?
La question du pad se résume souvent à un choix esthétique pour looker sa board. Mais ce qui semble être un artifice pour les non pros est en réalité une aide précieuse.
Si le surf est « l’art du placement », il faut alors bien placer ses pieds sur la planche. Et quoi de mieux qu’un repère sensitif pour dire : « ok, je suis au sweet spot pour ce turn. »
Coller des bons pads est donc indispensable. Ils diront à vos pieds s’ils sont bien placés ou non.
Encore faut-il bien les coller, et là on voit de tout.
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