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.
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.
Learn the difference between squash (speed/snappy) and round (control/carve) tails to choose the best option for speed or power in shortboard surfing.
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.
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.
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.
Board size heavily depends on style (performance vs. traditional) and your build. Use this framework to choose a size that supports your paddle speed and maneuverability.
Compares a 9’6″ vs 9’0″ longboard to show that smaller boards excel at turning in big waves, but larger boards are necessary for noseriding on the shoulder.
Learn essential longboard design differences—rocker and wide point—to ensure your board supports cross-stepping and turning, avoiding gear that stifles progression.
Learn how to choose a longboard by comparing nose riders, high-performance longboards, and hybrids based on rocker, fin configuration, tail shape, and construction.
ee how the Solo Fins pivot fin competes with the Greenough 4A, offering superior stability for nose rides but requiring deliberate back foot placement for turns.