| At first glance, the Bic Veloce 310, smaller brother to the Veloce 328, looks almost too small to require a centerboard. But the centerboard brings some interesting performance versatility to the Bic arsenal, and makes the 310 intriguing. Most manufacturers wouldn’t put a centerboard on a board this size, because upwind mobility can be achieved with a larger fin. But Bic has listened to what consumers want: a centerboard for those who sail with a board this small on inland lakes and bays, or who might not be quite good enough to make it home without one.
When the centerboard is retracted, the relatively small fin is perfectly sized to guide the board through the water without cavitation. Any increased drag from the centerboard gasket is erased by the smaller fin; it won’t carry you upwind, but the beauty of this board is that the centerboard can. For those seeking a high-performance transitional board with the added safety of a centerboard, this is it. It’s fun to sail, fast, reliable and easy to jibe. |
