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.
Tail Shapes
Detailed breakdown of various tail designs (swallow, squash, pin, round, wing), explaining how each shape controls the board’s speed, pivot, release, and overall maneuverability.
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.
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.