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The GLiSS is a play boat designed to surf waves and ride holes. It has low volume ends that slice through the water, a low rocker, and boxy rails. The hull is flat, like a surfboard, and it has wide beveled 'roll off' chines. These features make any river a playground for the Gl iss.
Length: 7'1 1" Width: 25" Weight: 40 Ib Volume: 57 gallons. Necky, 604-850-1 206, $895
The MEDIEVAL wi ll pull off any hot new move in the book. It has concavities on the hull of both the bow and stern which create a loose slippery surf. With its rounder side walls, the Medieval is user friendly in a hole, and is capable of going vertical almost anywhere.
Length: 7'1 1" Width: 25.75" Weight: 40 Ib Volume: 57 gallons. Dagger, 800-433-1 969, $899
The G LI D E has been through thirteen prototypes since it's debut at the 1997 World Championships. It makes basic maneuvers like wave spins and cartwheels easy. Airborne spins, green wave cartwheels and one stroke 180s are a reality in the Glide.
Length: 8'3" Width: 25.5" Weight: 37 Ib Volume: 59 gallons. Riot. 51 4-931-0366, $950
