Tabou Coolrider 2026 – Windsurf School and Beginner Board

The Tabou Coolrider is a school board designed to make entering windsurfing simple, stable, and fun right from the first sessions. Generous volume, an EVA deck, and a retractable daggerboard ensure comfort, safety, and rapid progression for schools and beginners of all ages.

Product Description

The Coolrider is designed to support learning step-by-step, with a wide, voluminous shape that offers a stable platform for standing up, learning sail-in-hand starts, and initial tacks and jibes. The soft entry rocker facilitates starting and maintains directional stability even at low speeds, an ideal feature for inland spots and schools.

The relatively thin rails make the board more maneuverable than traditional school boards and allow for quick progression to more advanced maneuvers, while maintaining control and forgiveness. Multiple strap positions allow the setup to be adapted for light, heavy, adult, and child riders.

Why choose the Tabou Coolrider

• High stability for the very first steps in windsurfing.
• Soft EVA deck for barefoot comfort and safety.
• Daggerboard ideal for sailing upwind and avoiding leeway.
• Carry handles for easily moving the board to and from the water.
• Rails protected by rubber inserts for increased durability in a school setting.

Construction and Technology

Deck and Protections

• Full-length EVA deck for a soft and non-slip surface.
• Rubber protection on the rails to reduce impacts with rigs, docks, and other equipment.
• Integrated handles at the nose for easy two-person board transport.

Internal Structure

• Lightweight EPS core to maintain low weight and good inertia.
• Longitudinal fiberglass reinforcements to increase stiffness and response.
• Reinforcements in high-load areas (heel & vee) to withstand intensive school/rental use.
• Finish with light anti-slip graphics.

Recommended Use

• Windsurf schools, water sports centers, and rentals.
• Absolute beginners looking for a stable board with a daggerboard.
• Progression from initial controlled planing to the basics of freeride maneuvers.
• Lakes, light wind spots, and inland waters where returning to the starting point is essential.

Technical Data Sheet

Available Specifications

*Indicative weights, may vary by approximately ±10% due to manufacturing tolerances.

How to choose the size

• Coolrider 160: ideal for light riders, children, and schools wanting a compact board.
• Coolrider 190: perfect compromise between stability, ease, and room for progression.
• Coolrider 230: maximum stability for schools in light wind spots or absolute beginners.

Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)

Is the Tabou Coolrider suitable for absolute beginners?

Yes, it has been specifically designed for those getting on a windsurf board for the first time, thanks to its large volume, generous width, and the daggerboard that helps with safe upwind sailing.

What is the difference between sizes 160, 190, and 230?

The 160 is more compact and maneuverable for lighter riders, the 190 is the most versatile size for most adults, while the 230 offers maximum stability for schools, rentals, and light wind conditions.

Does the board come with a daggerboard and fin?

All Coolrider sizes come with a Power Box fin box for the rear fin and a retractable central daggerboard, which are essential for school use and for facilitating upwind sailing.

Is it also suitable for schools and water sports centers?

Yes, the combination of an EVA deck, rubber protections, reinforced construction, and carry handles makes the Coolrider perfect for intensive use in schools and test centers.

What type of shoes or protection are recommended?

The EVA deck allows for comfortable barefoot use, but in spots with rocky seabeds or shells, surf booties are recommended for added protection.