Cosmic (4) SLS (SB, incl. fin)

ROCKER LINE

From the straps back, the GRIP and COSMIC have very similar rockers with a (rail) tail-kick at the last 4-5cm from the tail.
> Allows both boards to perform super tight top turns.

GRIP
In the mid section between the mast-track and the nose, the GRIP has slightly less nose rocker.
> The lower front two-thirds of the GRIP allows the board to plain up earlier and at a tighter angle to the wind.
> It will also keep its momentum better at lower speeds, more drawn out turns and rounder/flatter/ less powerful waves.
> On the wave this lower front section puts you in a more upright position, making it much easier to engage the front foot during bottom turns.

COSMIC
Features a higher rocker in front of the straps and at the nose.
> The board needs more power to maintain its speed. Therefore it requires a more powerful wave and/or wind.
> In marginal conditions, you will end up having to bare off the wind more to keep your speed. Therefore, it is less suitable for smaller onshore waves.
> However, on a powerful ground-swell wave, the board will push back less and tends to sink more into the wave. This gives you more control on a full rail turn and the board will want to turn harder the harder you engage it.

BOTTOM SHAPE

Both boards feature a V double-concave in the front.
> Improves riding comfort, control going out and upwind performance.

GRIP
Maintains an alternating V throughout the entire length.
> The V acts like a seesaw, making it easier to put the board onto the rail even in slower waves.

COSMIC
The bottom transforms into a flat double concave underneath the feet, followed by a mono concave towards the tail.
> Provides additional control even during high-speed rail-to-rail turns on fast ground-swell waves.

OUTLINE

GRIP
Features a wider nose-area.
> Generates more lift when deeper in the water and gives the rail more resistance when in the water, giving you more power/drive on smaller or less powerful surf.

COSMIC
Features a narrower nose outline.
> Gives you more control during the bottom turn at higher speed in bigger ground-swell waves.

TAIL SHAPE

GRIP
Features a wider tail.
> Provides better acceleration and more counter-pressure when jumping or during turns on slower waves.

COSMIC
Features a narrower tail.
> Improves control in higher ground-swell waves.

QUAD SETUP

Ideal for side/side-off and/or strong current as it gives you more grip especially for lighter riders and smaller boards.
Attention: does not work well in onshore conditions since the 4 fins produce extra drag and are not ideal for slashy turns especially in slower waves.

TRI SETUP

Ideal for side/side-on conditions as it allows you to go more vertical and looser in your turns. Keep in mind in higher waves a Tri setup requires a more committed vertical riding style.