OverviewThe Swaik is an adjustable, lightweight sit-wake frame designed for seated wakeboard riders. Developed with world-class riders, it suits beginners and advanced freestylers and frees board flex for improved pop and comfort via the Full-Flex system.
Key messages / positioning- Developed with top riders; proven in competition since 2016.
- Compact, performance-focused design for sit-wake applications.
- Adaptable to most wakeboards on the market through adjustable attachment plates.
Advantages- Full-Flex system allows the board to flex freely, increasing pop and rider comfort.
- Frame adjustments enable precise setting of center of gravity, seat height and seating angle.
- Compatible with finned boards for stability or finless boards for park/rails/jumps.
Design & Technology- Chassis made from 100% 7075 high-resistance anodized aluminium.
- Very light frame: approx. 3.3 kg.
- Racy, compact construction focused on performance and durability for nautical use.
Adjustability & Fit- Front seat adjustment: up to 10 cm to adapt seat height to leg length.
- Rear adjustment: up to 8 cm to modify seating angle according to rider mobility.
- Center-of-gravity adjustment along the board to fine-tune rider position.
Seat & Footplate- Seven seat sizes (1 child + 6 adult); seats available with or without backrest, standard white gelcoat or carbon finish on demand.
- Backrest options: rigid composite or soft harness-style backrest.
- Tessier footplate fits shoes or boots and offers two modes: easy-exit (non-strapped) or firm-hold (strapped).
Boards — choices & guidanceThe frame fits most wakeboards via adjustable attachment plates. Board selection depends on use:
- Beginner: board with fins for greater stability.
- Parks/rails/jumps: finless boards preferred.
- Sliding figures: flatter board surface recommended.
Options & Customization- Frame finishes: anodized aluminium standard, carbon details on request.
- Full-Flex system enables longitudinal displacement of the frame to free board flex (TESSIER invention).
- Extensive adjustment ranges and customizable frame versions to suit many morphologies. 2024 update: single frame model replaces previous variants for simpler adjustment.
For whom?Designed for seated riders of all levels, from beginners to high-level freestylers, developed with elite riders to combine accessibility and advanced performance in nautical environments.
WarrantyAll TESSIER chassis: 3-year warranty. Seats and accessories: 1-year warranty.
Testimonials / Performance- Riders report new possibilities for seated riding, improved trick potential in park and increased durability in impacts.
Specifications / technical data- Commercial name: Swaik™
- Manufacturer / Brand: TESSIER
- Chassis material: 100% 7075 high-resistance anodized aluminium
- Frame weight: approx. 3.3 kg
- Full-Flex system: longitudinal frame displacement to free board flex (patented)
- Front seat adjustment range: 10 cm
- Rear seat adjustment range (seat angle): 8 cm
- Center of gravity: adjustable on the board
- Seat options: 7 sizes (1 child, 6 adult), with/without backrest; backrest: composite or soft harness type
- Footplate: universal fit, two modes (easy-exit / firm-hold)
- Board compatibility: adjustable attachment plates for various insert spacings; recommended board length 140–150 cm
- Finishes: white gelcoat standard; carbon on demand
- Warranty: chassis 3 years; seats & accessories 1 year