Slapfish Skimboards USA Made Fiberglass & Carbon - Riders up to 200 lbs - 48

Slapfish Skimboards USA Made Fiberglass & Carbon - Riders up to 200 lbs - 48" with Traction Deck Grip - Kids & Adults - 4 Colors

$ 239.99

Score By Feature

Based on 85 ratings

Ergonomic

9.92

Easy to clean

9.78

Easy to hold

9.72

Durability

8.98

Easy to use

8.88

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Product Description

The board is 48" long with 2” nose rocker and 7/8" tail rocker the average weight is 3-4 lbs the rider weight has a limit of There is an option for a 20" arch bar.

This product is manufactured in the United States. The deck is polished and the bottom is ultra-glide. This is the perfect sweet spot for riders who want to ride long and fast. With just the right amount of rocker, you won't get sucked into the wave lip and you won't get slowed down when you hit it. With the addition of 3M waterproof adhesive, Slapfish traction provides full-cell, fully sealed EVA grips.

Handcrafted with utmost precision for durability. Unlike other Slapfish boards, this one is made of Nose and tail are reinforced with carbon fiber. At the rails, double reinforcement is used. With its lightweight poly PVC foam core and structurally dense, impact/fracture resistance that exceeds the board weight limit and its waterproof properties, the foam core is superior to any other. The core is not made of EPS (styrofoam), which will gas out and delaminate with time. No delamination or separation will ever happen.

Performance levels range from beginner to more experienced sand sliding and wave riding. For stability and support of diverse stances, this taper has been meticulously designed. There is no limit to how many skims you can get! The weight of this product is light. It is floaty enough for people of all abilities to ride it. It performs in all kinds of wave conditions, from muffled to swelly. Surfboards with long liners, smooth wave wraps, and 360 spins are among the many options.

A selection of first quality boards, as well as factory blems from time to time. In the case of a blemished board, there is a minor cosmetic flaw on the board.

Questions & Answers

Does this board come with an EVA grip that can be ordered separately?

If you would like us not to apply the grip before shipping the board, you can purchase the board and let us know right away. If you do not want the grip attached, or if you just would like it omitted from the order, let us know.

Can you tell me how thick this board is?

I appreciate your kind words It's a great question, and we appreciate it. A 1/2" thick foam core is used for both the 41" and 48" sizes of Slapfish Skimboards. Each board is approximately 5/8 inches thick when finished.

Could this board be the right board for me if I am 6'2 and not interested in doing tricks on shore?

I got this board as a gift from my parents when I was 15 years old. I was surprised to see how quick the board arrived and how well it performs. I prefer this board over Apex Boards because it is of very high quality. My weight is 135 pounds and I am 6'0" with great float on this board (I got it later so I didn't have to travel). In spite of the fact that I have not performed many tricks on the board, the trick most often originates from the way in which my foot is placed or the speed at which I run. Although this is a very capable board, if this is your first fiberglass/carbon board, I would definitely recommend this board. Also it does not appear in the pictures, but there is some cool “paint splatter on the bottom of the board for a nice display. My highly recommended board provides you with amazing information. I hope I was able to assist you in some way.

Are you tall enough for me? I am 5'6. Does this board fit me?

When you place the tail of the board on the ground in front of you, the tip of the board should be level with the top half of your rib cage (give or take a couple inches). By following this guideline, you can make sure your stance is a good fit for the board and will keep you balanced. Thanks for your question! I think you'd be better off going with the longer board if you're between sizes.

Selected User Reviews For Slapfish Skimboards USA Made Fiberglass & Carbon - Riders up to 200 lbs - 48" with Traction Deck Grip - Kids & Adults - 4 Colors

It is a big hit with the grandson

5/5

The grandson I bought this for loved it. He's in the middle of his third one, and it's his most expensive one yet. This product is better in terms of performance and lighter in weight than the other models he used previously. He has been spending nearly all of his spare time at the beach since he arrived, as it is only a few minutes from our home. Despite the fact that I thought he was very good with his last board, there is no doubt that his skill level has advanced more rapidly since switching to a better quality board. I am pleased with the way the board is holding up so far considering the amount of use/or abuse that a 17 year old puts it through. The bag is in relatively good condition, aside from a couple of scratches.

Nelson Gallegos

| Jun 23, 2021

Excellent board

5/5

I like it even though I weigh 105 pounds. You really get a great board with this one!.

Aria Holmes

| Feb 21, 2021

This product was of fantastic quality, much better than we This board has a very solid feel to it, and it ride buttery smooth even when I was skiing it in very sandy It is amazing how attention to detail this board has

5/5

There is a detail of a fish even on the stomp pad, which makes the board an artistic masterpiece. I love how there are some unique brand skim labels on this board. I would definitely buy it.

Nylah Collins

| Nov 18, 2020

If you are using this board a little too far forward, you may nosedive

5/5

My son loves this board, he has ridden it plenty of time in the last few days. Although the board is very buoyant, it floats even in very The fishtails, 180s, and 360s are very enjoyable and you can skim the sand. The board has a decent amount of control, but my son still needs to get the wave riding down, but other than that I think it's a great product. There are a few issues with the traction and board. A small portion of the grip on the deck is crooked and they chopped too much fiberglass off of the side foam can be seen, but this does not affect the performance of the board. The board is great overall. I would buy it.

Marley Irwin

| Oct 04, 2020

Despite being light, this product is very strong

5/5

It's a no-brainer Its lack of weight makes retrieving it much easier than with wooden boards coated with epoxy. Customer service from Slapfish was out of this world and resolved the problem quickly when there was a slight hiccup with the shipper.

Sage NAYLOR

| Aug 30, 2020

This is a favorite for my son! I gave this to my son, who is 15 years old, It is perfect for him because he weighs 140 pounds

5/5

It is easy for him to hold on to. So far, he is enjoying using it. Still, he has not had a chance to use it much.

Bianca Lam

| Jul 29, 2020

It is a huge hit with her 13-year-old

5/5

It's lightweight and makes it easy for him to hike - he was using a wood one before and loves to use this one now In his book, he received 5 out of 5 stars!.

Gerald Everett

| Sep 29, 2020

I received a gift for Christmas

3/5

I bought this gift for my younger son for Christmas, so he has not yet seen it. He meant that my eldest son, who saw it, must have thought it was really sweet. This will be the best thing for my younger son, so that's what I'm taking. Colors green and blue are his favorites. As far as transition grips go, I have no idea. Wearing them was an option for me. The position of his feet looks like it is where he puts them. Our next step will be to see what happens.