MODERN Shortboard

Shortboards: Built for Performance and Precision

Shortboards represent the pinnacle of high-performance surfing, designed for experienced surfers who demand speed, control, and radical manoeuvrability. Typically measuring between 5'6" and 6'4" in length, these boards are engineered to excel in powerful waves and deliver the responsiveness needed for progressive surfing.

Why Choose a Shortboard?

Enhanced Manoeuvrability: The compact design allows for quick direction changes and tight turns that longer boards simply cannot achieve. Whether you're carving through the pocket or executing vertical snaps, shortboards respond instantly to your movements.

Speed and Performance: With less surface area creating drag, shortboards slice through water with minimal resistance, allowing you to generate and maintain speed even in smaller waves. The narrow outline and refined rails help you drive through sections with precision.

Wave Face Positioning: Shortboards excel at getting you into the critical section of the wave quickly. Their reduced length makes them ideal for steep takeoffs and allows you to position yourself exactly where the wave has the most power.

Key Features to Consider

When selecting your shortboard, focus on volume distribution, tail shape, and fin setup. Lower volume boards offer more sensitivity but require greater skill to paddle and catch waves. Rounded pin tails provide control in larger surf, while squash tails offer more lift and drive in smaller conditions.

The rocker profile significantly affects performance - more rocker suits steeper waves and tighter turns, while flatter rocker maintains speed in softer conditions. Most shortboards feature a thruster (3-fin) setup for the optimal balance of control and release, though quad setups are popular for added drive and speed.

Finding Your Perfect Match

Your ideal shortboard should complement your surfing style and local wave conditions. Consider your experience level, physical attributes, and the types of waves you surf most frequently. Advanced surfers might prefer boards with less volume for maximum sensitivity, while those developing their skills may benefit from slightly more forgiving dimensions.

Professional shapers carefully balance length, width, thickness, and volume to create boards that perform exceptionally in specific conditions. Whether you're surfing hollow reef breaks or punchy beach breaks, there's a shortboard designed to maximise your performance in those waves.