Are Firewire boards durable?

Are Firewire boards durable?

Firewire boards are lighter and stronger than traditional PU surfboards and much of that weight saving and strength comes from their proprietary blank construction. The end result is an incredibly light weight and durable blank unique to Firewire.

Who makes Firewire surfboards?

Firewire founder Nev Hyman and the joy of Kelly Slater taking the wheel of his biz… The Firewire founder Nev Hyman knew he’d done it, knew he’d created the game changer he’d been working on for 30 years when he was on a layover at Helsinki airport, Finland.

What size Firewire seaside should I get?

Regarding wave size, you could really ride the Seaside in just about any size 7-8ft and under. However, head high and below is where it will excel. This board will certainly work in choppy surf as well, so don’t be afraid to try it in anything.

Is Firewire helium durable?

“Helium also has a durable deck skin, but controls flex in the rails through a mix of paulownia and balsa wood.”

Is Firewire Timbertek epoxy?

Timbertek is the same eps epoxy core as FST with a proper Paulownia wood top and bottom skin and rails of course! The Timbertek board is the only construction which is classified as a gold level eco product.

What is the Firewire seaside made of?

Helium
Why is the Seaside built in Helium? The first one I made for Tahiti was LFT and I was riding it in 6 foot tubes. But most everyone surfs a shape like the Seaside at beach breaks and little point breaks, so we made it in Helium because it’s really light, very responsive, really flexy with a softer feel and very durable.

Where are sideways surfboards made?

East Java, Indonesia
Sideways prides itself on the fact that we have built our reputation for providing our customers with 100% quality made surfboards. Our boards are manufactured out of a factory based in East Java, Indonesia.