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Quatro
Quatro: innovation and passion in windsurfing
Quatro is a leading brand in the windsurfing industry specializing in the design and manufacture of cutting-edge windsurfing boards. The brand offers a variety of boards suitable for both professional competition and recreational windsurfing. Quatro is known for its technological innovation and precise craftsmanship, which has significantly influenced the windsurfing industry.
The founding of Quatro
Quatro was founded in 1994 by four partners from different parts of the world: Keith Teboul, Francisco Goya, Jason Prior and Sean Ordonez. Initially, the focus was on developing better boards for their own use. But soon, seven of the top ten riders in the World Cup were riding Quatro boards, which laid the foundation for the brand's rapid success.
The history of Quatro: a look at the milestones
- 1994: Quatro is founded by Keith Teboul, Francisco Goya, Jason Prior and Sean Ordonez. The company starts developing customized boards that are quickly adopted by top windsurfers.
- 2004: Quatro launches Goya Windsurfing – a fully integrated windsurfing brand offering a wide range of boards, sails and components for various disciplines.
- 2014: The brand launched KT Surfing, another brand for customized surfboards. Quatro, Goya and KT Surfing now work under the umbrella of Forward Maui to share their passion for water sports with a wide range of customers.
Technological innovations and achievements
- Vacuum Sandwich technology: Quatro introduced a revolutionary technology that allowed the production of lighter yet more robust boards. This technology helped to increase board performance without compromising on durability.
- CNC-machined shapes: Quatro set new standards in precision and consistency by introducing CNC technology for board manufacturing. This enabled the company to ensure that each board was manufactured with the highest accuracy, resulting in consistently high quality.
- Quad fin design: Quatro introduced the quad fin layout, which provides improved control and speed, enabling riders to achieve maximum performance in a range of conditions.
Quatro's most iconic products
- Quatro Pyramid 6 Surfwave Thruster windsurf board: This board is known for its versatility and maneuverability in waves. It has established itself as a favorite among surfers who ride both waves and freeride sessions.
- Quatro Power 4 Freewave Thruster Windsurf Board: The Power 4 is another outstanding board that has been specifically designed to perform stably in a range of wind and water conditions. It is particularly popular with freeride and wave riders.
Impact on the windsurfing industry
Although Quatro has not published any specific patents, the brand's influence on the windsurfing industry remains unmistakable. Through its continuous innovations and technical advances in board technology, Quatro has helped to develop and advance the sport of windsurfing. The brand has enriched windsurfing not only through high-quality products, but also by introducing new design concepts and technologies that have permanently changed the industry.
Quatro – A synonym for innovation and passion
Since its foundation in 1994, Quatro has established itself as one of the most innovative and influential brands in the windsurfing industry. Through continuous technical advances, the passion of its founders and close collaboration with professional riders, Quatro has contributed significantly to the further development of windsurfing boards. The company remains a constant and a pioneer in the industry, not only focusing on innovation but also cultivating a culture of water sports and community.
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