At a time when foiling has revolutionized the light wind sector, there is still an enthusiastic community of windsurfers who appreciate the classic way of windsurfing with a fin in light winds. In an in-depth conversation between Mario Kümpel and Arnon Dagan, it becomes clear why the Future Fly Dark Horse 132 not only has a right to exist, but is still the first choice for light wind days for many surfers. 

The special fascination of light windsurfing 

"I have always specialized in light wind. That's where I've achieved my best results," says Arnon, explaining his passion for big boards. "I love the technique involved. I like the fact that you have total control in light winds. It's not like in strong winds where you're flying all over the place - you can really use your technique here." 

This enthusiasm is shared by Mario, who particularly remembers the unique "hovering" feeling: "When I was in Tarifa for the first time and experienced this hovering - it was just so good!" This special characteristic of the board, which makes it possible to literally hover over the water, makes the Dark Horse 132 a special board in the windsurfing world. 

Technical sophistication in detail 

The 226 cm long board is characterized by several well thought-out design features. Arnon explains the special features of the shape in detail: "Compared to the rest of the board range, the big boards are usually a little shorter and have a stronger rocker line (bending curve from nose to tail). This curve helps to place the board on the edge." 

The underwater hull was developed with particular care: "You have a double concave in the bow that merges into a single concave," explains Arnon. "The water is pressed into a very fast shape by these two channels, and that gives you the buoyancy." The cutouts, whose dimensions are precisely matched to the width of the board, are also particularly important. "If you get the cutouts wrong, the board will either feel sluggish or become too loose," says Arnon, explaining the importance of this feature. 

Market development and future prospects 

Despite the growing foiling trend, Arnon Dagan still sees a stable market for large windsurf boards: "These boards will always sell in the end. There are still quite a few people who are not comfortable with foiling, maybe slightly older people or people who are afraid of foiling. They feel safer with it." 

Arnon also emphasizes the performance of the board: "You can easily go over 30 to 33 knots with this board. It's still an extreme board - a high-performance board that's really fun." 

The versatility of windsurfing 

"What's fun about windsurfing is the variety of disciplines," explains Anron. "You can do speed, freestyle wave, bump-and-jump, and now foiling, which is a whole new dimension. Windsurfing is all these disciplines together." As a brand, Future Fly sees it as its task to support and develop all these disciplines. 

Conclusion 

The Future Fly Dark Horse 132 is an impressive example of how traditional windsurfing with a fin still has its very own appeal in light winds. With speeds of over 30 knots and the unique feeling of "hovering", it offers a convincing alternative to foiling. As Mario Kümpel aptly sums it up: "It feels really easy to control. With the perfect fin, it simply glides along smoothly." 

The board proves that there is room for different approaches in the dynamic world of windsurfing. With its sophisticated construction and unique feel, it appeals to both experienced surfers who appreciate the technical aspects of light windsurfing and those who are not yet confident in foiling. The Dark Horse 132 is therefore more than just a relic of days gone by - it is an important part of the windsurfing present and future. 

Further details and insights into the Future Fly Dark Horse 132 can be found in the detailed video review on the Wind Lounge YouTube channel, where Mario and Arnon present and analyze the board: