Four-pieceHardboard Croslake Bomber 4.2 in test

Stephan Gölnitz

 · 15.06.2022

Four-piece: Hardboard Croslake Bomber 4.2 in test
Photo: Stephan Gölnitz
The four-part Croslake Bomber 4.2 comes in the second version - with a noticeably stiffened stand area and a huge second storage compartment with direct access from the cockpit.

The board once again impresses in the test with its outstanding tipping stability, almost like a boat with a keel - which is mainly due to the lower position compared to inflatables. Assembled in the correct position and sequence, the parts are put together quite quickly and without tools on the shore using the large knurled screws.

Croslake Bomber 4.2Photo: HerstellerCroslake Bomber 4.2

The fin is simply inserted from the top just before entering the water and conveniently slides up when it touches the bottom. In the water, the total weight is slightly less noticeable, with more paddle pressure the displacement bow cuts through the water beautifully and visually conveys a smooth, calm glide. The board clearly favours smooth water. The black "test" bomber made of recyclable thermoplastic (robust, but also heavier than laminated boards - but Croslake offers wheels that can be mounted on the tail) was still in pre-production, the final weight will follow on the website. A three-part 11-footer is already in the starting blocks.

PLUS: Robust, no pumping required, tilt-stable, very directional stability

Thanks to the four large knurled screws, installation is quick and tool-free.
Photo: Stephan Gölnitz
The details of the Croslake Bomber 4.2

Technical data Croslake Bomber 12'6" x 30"

  • Price: 1190 Euro
  • Further information about the Four-part->
  • Length: 384.0 cm
  • Width: 76.0 cm
  • Weight: 16 kg (manufacturer's specification)
  • Other size: 110" x 29'

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