Aztron Meteor race boards compared and we talk 12’6″ or 14′ race board class
Compared by us on Aug 16, 2022
Category: Race Equipment & Reviews Featured Level: Beginner Intermediate
Products we compared
Aztron METEOR 14’0″ 2022
RRP: £699 , €699 , $699
A good entry point for getting involved in 14’ race classes or paddling as fast as possible on flatter waters.
Pros: A very light board for its length and for it being a double chamber. The price point is well suited to getting more beginner/intermediate paddlers racing or paddling fast. Good overall nose shape that works well in the majority of conditions.
Cons: The 14’ that we tested wasn’t as well finished off as the 12’6” board. The extra EVA raised side deck sections were definitely not needed on this wider board. Unlike the 12’6” board the central handle was off balance and the nose shape was not as well refined.
Consider buying if... you want to paddle as fast as possible in flatwater conditions or get into racing on a 14’ at a good value price point.
Aztron METEORLITE 12’6″ 2022
RRP: £649 , €649 , $649
The 12’6″ will work better in rougher or more confused water conditions than the 14′.
Pros: Equally as light as its longer brother. And still very competitively priced. Paddles fast with pulled in nose that works well in choppy waters.
Cons: There's still too much plastic when the board is packaged. More refinement could be done to the tail edge for even better speed and release.
Consider buying if... you're looking to paddle with lots of speed and glide in a larger range of water conditions, or after a good value board that you can also enter a 12’6” race class with.
What we say
In this video we compare the Aztron Meteor inflatable race boards. And also discuss the basics of the different race board classes and help you understand if a 12’6″ or 14′ foot board is best for you.
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