How To Choose a Surfboard Tail – To Surf Better
Understand the fundamentals of surfboard tail design—width, thickness, and shape—to choose the right tail for your weight, skill level, and wave conditions.
Equipment
Guides and technical information focusing on surfboard accessories, dimensions, construction materials, and gear maintenance.
How do each surfboard tail designs surf differently?!
There are many different surfboard tail designs, and each one dramatically affects how your board performs. This guide breaks down the most common tail shapes to explain how their surface area and rail lines influence lift, control, and turning ability. Key Takeaways & Tips Squash Tail The squash tail is the standard everyday shortboard tail. … Read more
Tail Outline Shape
Learn how tail width and outline curve impact a surfboard’s rear performance, balancing lift/speed against maneuverability for every turn and maneuver.
Surfboard Design For Beginners – Understanding Surfboard Tails
Learn the foundational differences between shortboard tail shapes—squash, round pin, and swallow—to understand how each affects speed, drive, and pivot in different wave types.
What Fins Should You Be Surfing? Everything You Need To Know About Surfboard Fins
earn everything about surfboard fins: compare single, twin, thruster, and quad setups, and understand how rake, base, and material affect speed, drive, and pivot.
Deep Dive Into the World of Surfboard Tails
Understand the difference between swallow, round pin, and squash tails: learn how each shape controls float, pivot, and drive by altering the rail line and foam under your back foot.
Jon breaks down the difference – Round tails vs Squash tails
Learn the difference between squash (speed/snappy) and round (control/carve) tails to choose the best option for speed or power in shortboard surfing.
Britt Explains Board Tails: Squash Vs. Round Pin
Understand the difference between a squash tail (lift/speed) and a round pin (control/carving) for high-performance shortboards based on wave power and surfing style.
The Purpose Of Different Surfboard Tail Shapes
Tail shape controls speed and pivot! Learn how the width and rail length of the swallowtail, rounded pin, and wing affect your turns and flow on any board.
Rocker in Longboards: Understand THIS to Have the Right Board for EVERY Surf
Learn how longboard rocker influences surfing: flat rocker maximizes speed for point breaks, while high rocker adds safety, helps turning, and prevents nose diving in chunky conditions.