The most striking changes to the proven predecessor model are the now significantly wider back end and a new front piece. The front piece now has a slightly reduced appearance, which is also due to the fact that the previously integrated RDM sleeve has been omitted - the new model is designed purely for RDM masts.
Compared to the "old" model, we did not notice any significant difference on the scales: With a weight of 2.14 kilos, the boom is still average across all brands. This also applies to the stiffness - extended to 1.80 metres and loaded with 32 kilos, the bars move apart by a good two centimetres - a decent value! The measured 27 millimetre grip diameter is significantly thicker than the manufacturer's specification (24.5), but still the thinnest you can currently get. This is due to the fact that all manufacturers always specify the diameter of the bare tube, without the coating.
Even after the facelift, the large lever on the front piece can be folded easily, but we had to clamp the boom very tightly on the water to prevent it from slipping. The change to the wider back end makes perfect sense in our eyes, as bellied freestyle, wave and freemove sails now also fit without touching the spar. Another positive feature is the lightly textured coating, which guarantees a good grip on the spar and proved to be quite resistant to contact with tarmac or the board during use.
Price: From 699 euros.
Info under www.aeronsport.com
