Channel Islands TL Pro Carbon Average Joe 5'3" Surfboard Demo

The Firewire Machado Seaside Quad Surfboard Fins. Being 15% lighter then Rob Machado's pervious quad sets, and newly built using bamboo and innovative carbon veils to control flex and drive, this newly reimagined version of Rob's popular quad set was engineered to have a wider sweet spot then any fin set he's ridden previously. Designed to be ridden with any shape in your quiver from 5'2 Seaside to a 7'0 Seaside and Beyond.

Future and FCS II fin boxes are two of the most popular fin systems used in surfboards. While they share some similarities, they have some significant differences that are important to consider. Both Future and FCS II fin boxes are reliable and well-designed systems. The main difference between the two is their design and compatibility with different types of fins. When choosing between the two, consider your fin preferences, budget, and the performance you are looking for.

The Channel Islands Bobby Quad Surfboard. Bobby Martinez challenged CI to build him as short of a board as possible with the goal of maximizing his fun in Santa Barbara’s tiny summer surf. He also added that it had to be a quad, and it still had to live up to his high-performance standards. Bobby’s shortboards are 5’8” but for this customized four-finner he was thinking we ought to take it down to 5’2”. 

Check out the latest review from Noel Salas and Nate Yeomans where they put the Lost “Sub Driver 2.0” through the paces. Great surfing, great review – what more could you ask for?

Finesse and flow in waves chest to head high, sized at your normal shortboard volume or a couple liters more. Experiment with a twin + trailer or twin without trailer, because this shape surfs on a spectrum from loose and slidey in smaller sizes with two twin fins, to grippy and drivey in larger sizes with a trailer added.

This 15 sec board review features the Channel Islands Fever. This video was made by @surfboard_heaven for use by the Surf Station.

This all-round hybrid shape has a fuller nose and lots of volume under the chest for easy paddling, and a tapered tail outline for tighter turns in hollow sections.

It’s a paradox that we as surfers all must face: the thrills, trials and tribulations of sweet summer time. Sure, we’re all eager to shed the layers of neoprene that we’ve been rocking all winter in waters cold enough to take our breath away, but lackluster summertime swell quells this excitement for warmer waves. Fear not, because there are ways to survive the summertime flat spells and the easiest solution is clear: time to hop on the soft top. Whether you are a beginner just getting a taste of the surf bug, or a seasoned professional looking for a way to pass the summer days, the shapes below are bound to keep you in the water this season.

Check out this video on how we take extra care when boxing up your surfboards. Just like you, we want your surfboard to arrive on time and without damage. For this we have hired the best box and packers in the industry! 

Stop by and say hey to your neighborhood surf shop! It's a well oiled machine we have here, with a great team and we welcome you to come by, rent a board, grab a beer and let's all have a good time.