2019 MITU Monteiro Pro Model
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More than an icon or a best-seller, the MITU PRO MODEL is first and foremost Mitu Monteiro’s board, and this can mean only one thing: the board, just as the man behind it, remains firmly at the top of its game year after year! Check it out!
Mitu is very meticulous and involved when it comes to his Pro Model. There’s no shortcut with his testing. His approach is fueled by a lot of curiosity and a very fine analysis on how the board operates. Focused from day one, he invests all his experience into the tests. Offshore, side-off, onshore, Ponta Preta, Kite-beach, surfing, jumping, the board must tick all the boxes to be this all-in-one ripping machine.
With the compact outline, the single deep concave remains the DNA of the MITU PRO MODEL which is known for its easy planning, sharp acceleration and great directional stability. The bottom features a channel at the front of the board to help while landing fins front.
The manoeuvrability is impressive and takes advantage of a much-refined rocker line. Travelling back along the bottom of the board, the concave fades progressively towards the back marking a rounded kick in the rocker line which further helps to make the turns smooth and effortless.
Combined with some thin rails at the back, the fishtail remains the best compromise between planning, stability, turning and pop.
The range includes five sizes from 5’2 to 5’10 with the smaller ones having more focus on manoeuvrability and speed control, while the largest sizes have a bit more emphasis on the planning ability and general stability. All share the same shape features with their specific outline to make the most of the wave’s energy.
The MITU PRO CARBON uses the HD foam carbon construction where the use of carbon fibre allows a lighter structure and therefore a lighter board to bring your strapless riding to the next level. Mixing HD foam with 45° bi-axial carbon fibre and some deck stringers for durability, we have designed a board that will fulfil the most demanding riders.
Equipped with three Futures boxes, the board comes with a set of F-ONE FLOW RTM fins. Taking advantage of its light weight combined with its fantastic shape, the Mitu Pro Model is probably the ultimate strapless board
