I was priviledged to be the first to try the first prototype from North East manufacturer Dixon today.
The construction of the board is forging out in a new direction, using a laminated bi-axial grain wood construction for maximal strength and unique flex characteristics. The board has little to no rocker, as it relies on the flex characteristics of the construction to absorb the chop.
The board has a square shape with considerable cut outs on the corners to eliminate spray and improve its turning ability. The graphics are simple and effective, and is sure to be a head-turner on any beach.

After hearing the low-down on its new construction, i was eager to give it a go on the water, and it certainly doesn't disappoint! The board flies up onto the plane, and its flex properties ensure a silky smooth ride. The board is quite skatey, and would be ideal for all manner of switches to and from revert and blind. The board also seems to be very capable upwind, and despite the sometimes marginal conditions today, maintaining my ground was childs-play.

This boards name suggests its for pro's, but its characteristics allow it to be used with equal ease by a first-timer all the way up to experts wanting a board for hardcore freestyle.
I'm sure that when this board goes into production, the likes of the bigger manufacturers will be very interested in this departure from well established construction methods, the future for Dixon could very well be a bright one.

I'll try and get hold of some photo's to post on here.

Peet

A lot of blood, sweat and tears have gone into this prototype to ensure it is the finest, the smoothest and above all, the best in typical north east conditions. I was very nervous when Peet went out today but knew it would change the way he looked at kite boards forever. Manufacturers will be amazed at how low I managed to keep production costs. I had one thing in minds for this board, one goal......keeping it simple. I really think I've hit the nail on the head.

Pictures Please. Sounds like a must have!!!!

What are theses Dixon Boards ? James are you making them ? Photos please ....

Hmmmmm

laminated bi-axial grain wood construction

might that be tech speak for plywood?

busted

Check out this beauty, should be a contender for board of the year:





It's the refined edges and flat rocker that I love the most.

Truth: it's a board I knocked up to teach with. Students practise going through the motions of a board start on land and it prevents my other boards getting their fins snapped off. Peet jumped on it during my last lesson on Saturday and it actually rode pretty well (probably something to say about the rider rather than the board)

If anyone is interested in a demo day, I'm sure I could arrange.

Ahh, there she is... what a beauty! Sign me up for that demo day!

That is brilliant