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Fanatic AllWave Review

The Fanatic AllWave is the brand's composite wave SUP, redrawn from the 2023 model onward with a shorter, more compact outline that holds the same volume. Fanatic positions it as a forgiving wave board for intermediate paddlers who mostly surf imperfect conditions.

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Quick specs
Type
Composite wave SUP
Construction
VEC Vacuum Epoxy
Sizes
7'9", 8'2", 8'7", 8'10", 9'2"
Volume range
105 L to 165 L
Width range
28.5" to 32"
Tail
Swallow tail

Fanatic states the AllWave was given a completely new shape from the 2023 model, with a shorter overall length that carries the same volume through a wider outline. The stated aim is a board that is easy to paddle and catches waves across clean overhead walls and small choppy surf alike.

The bottom shape does most of the work. The manufacturer lists a deeper single concave through the stance area running into a double concave and then a pronounced V double concave between the fins, which is a common recipe for keeping a wide board loose on rail.

Sizing spans 7'9" at 105 litres up to 9'2" at 165 litres. Fanatic describes the two smaller sizes as the choice for more experienced riders in moderate conditions rather than an all-conditions pick.

Pros & cons
  • Five sizes cover a listed rider weight range from 45 kg up to 105 kg
  • Compact outline keeps volume while reducing overall length
  • Thruster fin set is included with the board
  • Mastfoot insert on every size allows windsurf rig use
  • Fanatic lists board weight as TBA, so there is no verified dry weight
  • The 8'7" and 8'10" rider weight bands overlap closely, which makes size choice harder
  • Composite construction needs more careful handling and storage than an inflatable

How it surfs

The manufacturer's own positioning is the clearest guide here: this is described as the ideal board for intermediates and for anyone who frequently surfs less than perfect waves. Riders chasing tight, vertical surfing in good waves will be better served by a shorter, narrower wave SUP.

Width is held constant as length drops through the range, which is why the shorter sizes keep their rail performance. It also means the 7'9" at 28.5 inches is still a stable platform relative to its length, though the listed 45 to 85 kg band is wide enough that lighter riders should not assume the smallest size is automatic.

Anyone stepping across from prone surfing should read the surf etiquette rules before paddling a wave SUP into a crowded lineup, since the wave-catching advantage changes how you should position at the peak. Riders comparing against other composite wave boards can start with the Fanatic Stylemaster.

Volume & sizing chart

Use the chart below as a starting point. Add half a litre if you are less experienced, subtract half a litre for a looser feel.

SizeVolumeRider weightBest for
7'9"105 L45 to 85 kgExperienced, moderate conditions
8'2"120 L50 to 95 kgExperienced
8'7"135 L85 to 95 kgIntermediate
8'10"150 L90 to 100 kgIntermediate
9'2"165 L95 to 105 kgIntermediate to entry

How it compares

BoardBest atWave rangeAggregate score
Fanatic StylemasterLongboard-style SUP surfingClean point waves8.8
Naish HokuaPerformance SUP surfPunchy waves8.8
Starboard ProHigh-performance wave SUPHollow to head high8.8

Recommended fin setups

  • AllWave 5" thruster setSupplied with the board in 3x Multi-Box fittings

Verdict

The AllWave reads as a deliberately forgiving wave SUP: same volume in a shorter outline, a concave-heavy bottom and a five-size run covering 45 to 105 kg riders. Missing board weights and no published retail price are the gaps in the official data.

Estimated score: 8.8 / 10
Estimated from 2 independent sources — see full list below.

What reviewers around the web are saying

Surfex does not test gear directly. Below are independent retailer and editorial sources. When a source publishes a numeric score, it is normalized to a five-point scale; otherwise the source is listed without a score.

Estimated score
8.8/ 10
8.8
2 sources, none scored
SourceScoreSummary
Fanatic official AllWave pageNo numeric score"Publishes the full sizes and specs table, bottom shape detail, rider weight guidance and VEC Vacuum Epoxy construction for the current AllWave."
SUPboarder Magazine AllWave coverageNo numeric score"SUPboarder's equipment guide covers an on-water test of the AllWave VCT in the 8'8" x 31" size."

Frequently asked questions

What sizes does the Fanatic AllWave come in?+

Five sizes: 7'9" at 105 L, 8'2" at 120 L, 8'7" at 135 L, 8'10" at 150 L and 9'2" at 165 L.

Who is the Fanatic AllWave for?+

Fanatic describes it as the ideal board for intermediates and for surfers who regularly ride less than perfect waves, with the two smallest sizes aimed at more experienced riders.

Does the AllWave include fins?+

Yes. The specification lists 3x Multi-Box fittings supplied with a 3x AllWave 5 inch thruster set.

What construction is the AllWave built in?+

The board is listed in Fanatic's VEC Vacuum Epoxy technology.

Can you fit a windsurf rig to the AllWave?+

Every listed size includes a mastfoot insert, so a rig can be fitted.

What bottom shape does the AllWave use?+

A deeper single concave in the stance area running into a double concave and then a pronounced V double concave between the fins.