What the magazines say
Goya One 85 2007- Boards Magazine - Freestyle Wave Test 2007
HIGHLY
RECOMMENDED
Fast Waveboard (with great all-round capabilities)
"Four boards
consistently proved more popular with guesters and testers than the rest,
so we'll deal with them first. The New Fast Waveboards: The Quatro
Freestyle Wave and Goya
One. When decently powered up, these two were clearly one
better to jump, waveride and charge around the break than the other boards
on test. However, they weren't just scaled-up wave boards. They are 'new'
because unlike conventional high volume wave boards they have low levels
of tail rocker. Four or five mil is enough to soften the board slightly,
but not put it straight into the 'high wind only' class. Their moderate
2cm point or length of rocker flat is also quite forward (or long) by
waveboard standards. This 'fast waveboard' style rocker has been tried
before many times over the years, but its combination with the newer short
length, wider tail and nose shapes is quite new - and definitely works
well, further increasing early planing and versatility. Both boards are
also thin railed and less volumous (despite quoted litreage) than others
on the test, and set up with wave style pads and straps, so they are making
no bones about sacrificing a bit of heavyweight, intermediate and blasting
suitability for a more responsive feel. But they certainly haven't sacrificed
too much - the end result is boards that are still unusually easy and
satisfying in flat water and medium winds, considering their high level
of wave suitability. Their obvious suitability for higher wind freestyle
too is an extra bonus for those that want it, but in no way detracts from
their all-round and wave style qualities.
Of the two, the Goya is smaller and clearly the more composed and predictable
and the better waverider, whereas the Quatro is a bit quicker to plane
and more liveley and exciting. Both are really sweet for 5.0-5.7m wave
or 'making the most of nearly waves' type conditions, or an accessible
smallest board for those who don't get through enough strong wind sailing
or feel confident enough with lower volumes to justify a conventional
waveboard.
Nothing is ever entirely 'new', but certainly the Quatro and Goya seem
to have identified and satisfied a niche with their blend of fast and
easy wavesailing."
On
the water
This was
clearly a strong favourite in the waves. It's happy enough in flat water
and keen to perform stronger wind freestyle, but comes into its own in
swell - or, better still, waves. It's a great jumping and riding board,
agile, easy, predictable and controllable.
Popularity
One of the
top three performers for nearly all the guest testers, and very popular
with the testers too.
Goya
Wave XR 76 2006 - Boards Magazine
The XR is Goya's new-generation board for more onshore riding. It is available
in three sizes - 76, 84 & 92L.
Design &
Feel
It has the
width and short length of the dedicated ORBs but a much narrower nose
and slightly narrower tail. This makes it feel as much like a wide traditional
waveboard as an ORB. It has a lot of rocker through the tail with plenty
of vee. It comes into its own in high speed gybes over confused water
when the tail grips as well as any on test.
Fittings
Comfortable
underfoot with nice dome and comfy pads and straps.
Overall
Works well
in terms of its good control and high wind jumping / riding with excellent
grip.
Strengths
Exceptional
grip in the carve, good balance and control at speed.
Goya
Wave 72 2006- Windsurf Magazine
At a Glance
2006 marks
the first full season in the UK for the brand pioneered and meticulously
developed by legendary sailor Fransisco Goya,
with the Wave series of baords being the "piece de resistance"
of his rapidly expanding product range. The 72 is the smallest board in
the test and as such looks visually gunny compared to the rest of the
group. Cisco is committed to providing the best products possible, with
every detail down to the distance between the footstrap inserts being
scurtinised to ensure the tuning of the board is as easy and as deliberate
as possible. Designed and shaped using the latest CNC processes, it it
constructed in carbon/Kevlar double sandwich technology and comes complete
with dual density deckpads, and Maui Fin Company
fittings specifically developed for Goya boards.
Ride and
Handling
Despite
being the smallest board on test, the Goya certainly wasn't left behind
in the early planing stakes, although it does require a little more technical
expertise and sensitivity to fully appreciate its potential, bearing it
away at the right moment to release onto the plane. Once there it accelerates
to an impressive speed, feeling supremely alive and energetic underfoot,
whilst remaining completely in control and encouraging the rider to hunt
for their next wave or launch-ramp. The footstraps are excellent (being
narrow and pinching the sides of the rider's feet), ensuring secure adhesion
to the board, and, combined with the deckpads, channelling the board's
precise instantaneous feedback directly to the rider.
Manoeuvres
As soon
as you catch your first wave on the Goya, you instantly understand what
it is all about. Carrying masses of speed into the bottom turn, it feels
just like a wave-board should, gripping effortlessly and easily matching
your level of commitment no matter how hard you push; you just don't realise
how much performance and drive is on tap until you find yourself screaming
back up the face more vertically than you have ever been before! Although
more critical during low speed transitions than most here, once comfortably
powered the 72 is suprisingly easy to use and is not critical to rider
style, responding well to either front or back foot pressure. Smooth,
fast and supremely controlled, its craving potential will have you craving
your next wave, whilst its level of bite will see you trying to snap the
tail round more aggressively with every top turn.
For: Fittings and wave riding performance due to unfaltering control
at speed
Against: Graphics aren't to everyone's taste
Verdict
A real wave-rider's board, the potential of the 72 is onvious as soon
as you step on it, whilst its ease of use belies its simply awesome performance
capacity. It comes very highly recommended.
Goya
FreeWave 95 2006 - Windsurf Magazine
At a Glance
This is
the first opportunity we have had to try a member of Goya's FreeWave board
range, the 95 being the largest of a three-board-line-up. Wide and relatively
long compared with the rest in this group, it has a very clean progressive
appearance, very much like a large wave-board. With the maximum width
placed behind the centre-line, it has a particularly rounded outline,
the deck being flat in the centre before becoming domed in the rear of
the board, whilst the rails are fuller in the shoulders and thin down
towards the tail, finishing in a distinctive squared-off tail. Produced
in carbon/Kevlar double sandwich technology, the FreeWave is supplied
with excellent fittings, including extended adhesive deckpads, a high
quality MFC fin and easily adjustable
supportive straps.
Ride and
Handling
With the
provision of power, the Goya responds well, cruising onto the plane with
ease and providing a consummately smooth, relaxing ride. Feeling relatively
big underfoot, it nevertheless has a controlled and responsive nature,
altering its course calmly with any change in foot pressure. The deck-pads
and footstraps promote a real sense of security and comfort, encouraging
the rider to drive power through the fin to reveal an excellent turn of
speed. Steady and balanced, the FreeWave has an easy freeride manner,
cutting a smooth unhindered path through confused conditions, its shoulders
sitting high above any danger. In severe conditions it never bucks them
off or loses its composure, allowing the rider to sail with a more relaxed
upright posture.
Manoeuvres
Gybing the
FreeWave was effortless, cutting a smooth and progressive arc under minimal
effort or input from the pilot. With the extended pads providing good
adhesive support, the extra width around the front straps helps to maintain
the board's speed through the turn and annul any awkward footwork. The
aspect of the FreeWave's performance that really suprised us was in freestyle.
Whilst not the most instantaneous in its pop, it pivots beautifully and
held a smooth predictable reverse slide, giving the rider plenty of time
to finish the move off - something completely unexpected considering the
95's outline.
Verdict
With easy
and accessible performance, the FreeWave 95 is a smooth and practical
all-round machine that maintains its control, whatever the conditions.
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