It jams in small waves and gives you the speed to do turns and maneuvers

Hey Todd

I was checking out the greased pig on your site.

I was looking for a new everyday board

for waist to head high + .

as far as size I was thinking 5’10” x 19.5” x 2 3/8” .   My only question would be single or double bump in the tail and whether I should go thruster or quad.   If I was going to go with four fins I figured it would work better with the wider tail or single wing.  I dont like four fins on real pulled in tails.

At the same time I wanted something

that will pivot off the bottom and

be able to go vertical

where I’ve rode quads that have trouble doing that. Any suggestions.

Mike

Hi Mike,

Good to hear from you.

The Greased Pig is a great board and one of my favorites.

It jams in small waves and gives you the speed

to do all the turns and maneuvers that you

can’t normally do on a regular board

in those same conditions.

Also, what is very cool is that it is really versatile for a small wave board in that it will surf up to head high + and still run clean.

This board goes quick and loose

(like a quad) already

without the need to loosen it up more as a four fin….I find the tri fin is my favorite since it does more of exactly what you mention…..holds and pivots vertical and lets you lay into it in tight, snappy turns.

I have been having people get them with five fin (boxes) set-up so it can be ridden as a trifin or quad…..and that works really well and gives you the opportunity to enjoy the best of both worlds.  What is your current height and weight, so I can crosscheck that with your suggested dimensions.

The tail is pretty wide already on the

Greased Pig

so I don’t recommend going wider…..

it works great for both tri or quad as it is.

Please feel free to ask any other questions you may have. I know you would be stoked on a magic Greased Pig.

Looking forward to your reply,

Aloha,

Todd

http://www.proctorsurf.com/Surf-Boards/Greased-Pig

allow you to progress into the performance realm of surfing

Todd,
 
I am having trouble deciding on what style of board I  I should buy.

I fall into the category of a beginner for my lack of time

in the water, but I  I feel I  I have the physical ability

to surf at the next level, I  I just need a better understanding of the waves.

I will be spending most of my days in Costa Rica surfing chest to head high beach breaks, mushy slop, and maybe some super long lefts, so having a good all arround board is key. (this will be my first one of course)

I am 23, a short 5’6″ and anywhere in between 155-160.

I am looking for a board that will go down the line quick,

paddle well and be fairly stable.

A 6’0 x 19.5-20″ w, swallow quad was kind of what I  I had in mind (but what do I know). And lastly could you give me the low down on the carbon fiber rail idea I think thats rad.
 
Thanks

a.Carbon1Hi Graedy,

The most versatile all-around performance shortboard I make is called the G-4.E. I think this would be the magic board for you. This board generates incredible speed in the small gutless stuff, yet also holds in affording stability and positive drive in the punchier and more powerful waves as well….the best of both worlds type of board I like to call it. It has a single to inset double concave bottom which yields excellent down the line speed.

I recommend going 6’0” x 19 ½” x 2 ½” -

swallowtail quad version works great with this board too…..

what is really popular is the five fin box setup…..then you can ride the board as a thruster/ tri-fin or quad making even more versatile in a wider variety of conditions – sort of like having two boards in one.  These dimensions would be a bit more board than typically someone your height and weight would ride, but these dims will be good for you to afford you the extra paddle-ability and stability necessary for where you are at with your surfing currently. But know also that this design will challenge you, but without frustrating you; and will

allow you to progress into the performance realm

of surfing without the need to switch to a

different board as you progress.

The carbon rails is a very durable and high performance design feature of the construction of the board. They are an upgrade and done only with the Proxy construction; which is my custom epoxy construction. The Proxy is 3-5 times stronger that standard foam and fiberglass and has a flex pattern that adds incredible performance to the board. This is where the carbon rails also come into play.

By eliminating a center stringer and strengthening the

rail structure of the board, the board has a

very lively flex characteristic that makes it feel

like it is slingshotting through turns.

I have great results with this upgrade option.

Ok, well hope that was able to answer some of your questions. Please feel free to ask any other questions you may have. I know you would be stoked on a magic Proctor. Looking forward to your reply,
Aloha,

Todd

Todd

Thanks for all the info…..What would this ride like if we went a bit shorter lets say 5’10-5’11″, and a bit wider like 20-20.5? If this is even possible. When I started to look for surfboards I was chasing around the fat round fish idea (not sure why) but I think if we can put a swallow and a boxed five fin this would turn out good. Can you swallow a 5 fin?..i think I would ride it as a quad (they are supposed to be more stable correct?) I know that once I get to surf on a regular basis I will be improving fairly fast so a board that has room for improvement is key… I am not very familiar with the different types of boards, aka foam,epoxy,proxy….(those carbon rails look so sick!!) All I know is being that I am fairly new to the sport I will eat sh*t lots and

I am gonna need a board that will take a fair amount of punishment…..

Last but not least I am gonna need some prices on this magic board.
I quickly looked thru your artwork and there so many I can’t decide…what is the difference in price between the airbrush, spraycan, paintpen??

Thanks again for all your help,
Graedy

Hi Graedy,

I answered your questions below in blue…

Todd
Thanks for all the info…..What would this ride like if we went a bit shorter lets say 5’8″, and a bit wider like 20-20.5?

As from your last e-mail, I think we could go 5’11” – 6’0” x 20” x 2 ½” for the dimensions….and as for the design, I think we could actually go with a bit of a compromise between a standard performance board and a fuller outlined board (like you mentioned regarding a round nose fish sort of design). Well, I have a little board I’ve been doing for the last year or so that is absolutely amazing….it is called the Falcon. The Falcon is super fast like fish, but it has the performance, responsiveness and holding capacities of a high performance shortboard design. It paddles like a champ and flies in small waves, yet also goes mental in good waves….so it’s range is from two foot and mushy to overhead.

If this is even possible. When i started to look for surfboards i was chasing arround the fat round fish idea (not sure why) but i think if we can put a swallow and a boxed five fin this would turn out good. Can you swallow a 5 fin?..i think i would ride it as a quad (they are supposed to be more stable correct?) I know that once i get to surf on a regular baisis i will be improving fairly fast so a board that has room for improvement is key…

the Falcon will match where you are at now, yet will bring out a new performance realm in your surfing also….this design is a favorite across the board from professional surfers to novice.

I am not very familliar with the different types of boards, aka foam,epoxy,proxy….(thoes carbon rails look so sick!!)All i know is bieng that iam fairly new to the sport i will eat sh*t lots and iam gonna need a board that will take a fair amount of punishment….. Last but not least iam gonna need some prices on this magic board.

These two go hand in hand…..the traditional foam and fiberglass boards (polyester construction) are $605.00. The five fin upgrade is an additional $45.00. The Proxy construction is $750.00….and the five fin upgrade is additional $45.00. The Proxy is the premier board I make for both strength and performance (they last approximately 3-5 times longer/ stronger than traditional polyester construction). The carbon rails work insane also as I explained to you in my previous e-mail….the carbon rails are an additional cost of $100.00 since carbon is a high grade composite and the fabrication process on the board is timeconsuming….but it is definitely worth it.

I quickly looked thru your artwork and there so many i cant decide…what is the difference i price between the airbrush,spraycan,paintpen??

The price varies anywhere from $65.00 to $250.00 on the airbrushes and rattlecan art depending upon what you want. You can check out the different ones and let me know which number you like and I’ll get you a price for it. The rattlecan sprays run between $65.00 – $85.00. Please keep in mind the artwork up on the site is just there to give you some ideas of what we have done and are capable of doing, but it is not limited to what you see there. Basically we can do anything you can think up, but we can’t quote you until we understand what it is you would like.

Ok bro, well please feel free to ask any other questions you may have. I know you would be stoked on a custom Proctor Falcon Proxy with carbon rails. Looking forward to your reply,

Aloha,
Todd

Visit the G-4.E page to find out more about this board model

I throw in some secret bottom contours and rocker to give it responsiveness

Name

felim

Age

30

Height

5,7

Weight

75kg

Experience

not bad

Type of board you’re interested in

quad fang

Type of waves you will be surfing with this board

ankle to over hand, Ireland

What boards are you currently riding?

currently riding a 6,6 thruster fish and 7,o fat boy.

Goal for consultation

I would like to detail/order my custom surfboard with Todd

Hey Felim,

I tried giving you a call, but couldn’t connect through because of the country code or something…not sure, but anyway…..

here is the magic Quad Fang dimensions

for your build and the waves where you surf…..

and to take your surfing to the next level:

5’8” – 5’10” x 20 ½” x 2 ½”.

This board is extremely fast in small waves and

I throw in some secret bottom contours

and rocker to give it responsiveness

and performance characteristics that make it much more versatile than a typical fish…..a really good choice.

Please feel free to ask any other questions you may have. I know you would be stoked on a magic Proctor Quad Fang.

Looking forward to your reply,

Aloha,

Todd

P.S. – Did I tell you that I’m part Irish and born on ST. Patrick’s day – yew?

Looking to go shorter, more responsive, but lets be real, I am 50, and probably a level 2 surfer. I would probably want it in EPS

Hi Todd,

I see that you are designing on a NMC machine. Very interesting, what a great idea.

Me, 6ft, 165lbs, fit, 50 years old.  Started on a 9-6 Robert August, now on a 8ft- 3.5 inch thick pointing nose Infinity.  Learned at LA point breaks, Sunset, Malibu, Latigo.  Now surfing beach break at Venice and El Porto.

Looking to go shorter, more responsive,

but lets be real, I am 50, and probably a level 2 surfer.

I  would probably want it in EPS.

I am in Venice, very easy for me to drive up to Ventura.

Thanks for your time, and thanks for pushing the board technology forward,

David

Hi David,

Thanks for your e-mail; nice to meet you.

The perfect next level board for you would be

the Lil’ Rascal.

This board has the paddleability of a longer/ thicker board and carries the speed of a retro/ fish style shape down the line, but maintains the responsiveness, maneuverability and holding capacities of a modern high performance shortboard…..

it combines the best of both worlds into one versatile board.

Ideal dimensions to drop down to would be in the 7′2″ – 7′6″ x 22 1/2″ x 3 1/4″.

This board is ideal for the LA points as well as the beachbreaks of Venice and El Porto where you’re surfing.

I recommend the Proxy construction.

The Prroxy is my name for our uniquely handcrafted composite construction.  This is the highest grade board I make for both performance and strength.

The Proxy has the positive flex characteristic of anultralight polyester board,

but with three to five times the strength of a standard

polyester board…..and it is made custom (here in our

Ventura factory from start to finish) to the exact

dimensions that are going to be best for you.

The Proxy is slightly more buoyant which makes for good paddling and lively under your feet as well.
Please feel free to ask any other questions you may have.  I know you would be stoked on a magic Proctor Lil’ Rascal.
Looking forward to your reply,
Aloha,
Todd

Hi Todd,

Thank you for your long and thoughtful reply.  A few more questions for you.

Do you vent your Proxy boards to prevent delamination?

What would the cost be of the board you recommend, I am thinking a sand finish.  How long would it take to make?
Best wishes,
David

Hi Dave,

The core material I use doesn’t require venting…

as is the case with other companies that use a recycled form of eps….thermoformed/ molded technologies i.e. surftech as well as firewire and others use  a 1lb. or 1.5 lb typically. The recycled eps is a generic foam used in many different applications traditionally outside the surfboard industry, it is much cheaper, has very low compression strength as well as a high tendency to “vent” at high temperatures or at high altitudes due to the high porosity of the foam….ultimately this will cause foam shear or delamination.

Many companies that outsource their boards, those that mass produce outside the US, those who are trying to save on construction costs, or those that don’t understand the dynamics of different foams use this kind of eps foam in their boards. Then, they have to overcome the associated problems by venting their boards, poking tiny holes all over the skin of the glass job (as is the case with using a closed cell polystyrene) or some other weird thing to try to offset complications caused by using a poor core material.

Other problems associated with a poor core material is that you will be told to get immediately out of the water if you get a ding while surfing….this is  to prevent water absorption into the board core……which can only be removed by applying a vacuum system to it….a nightmare which you should not have to worry about….(and you don’t by the way with the Proxy system).

I use a non recycled or ‘virgin bead’ epoxy foam

that is made for surfboards

and specifically for use with our unique Proxy (custom flexible epoxy custom composite construction). The use of the virgin bead epoxy core foam and its part in the entire Proxy system of construction

eliminates the need for a valve or vent.

It is always advised not to keep your board consistently in extremely high temperatures for extended periods of time….and that goes for any kind of construction since it can weaken the resin-to-core-to-skin bond of the board.

A custom Proxy Rascal in your dims is $775.00 and includes fin system. fins, a two color spray and sand finish to 320 satin.  It takes approximately 3-4 weeks. Please feel free to ask any other questions you may have. I know you would be stoked on a magic Proxy Rascal. Looking forward to your reply,
Aloha,

Todd

P.S. – It might be a good idea to set up a phone or walk-in appointment if you have further questions regarding the uniqueness of the Proxy system…..it is quite different than anything else out there, but also took about ten years for me to dial in this process, so breaking it down and explaining all of its nuances is much easier for me over the phone or in person…..otherwise I end up writing novels and not getting to all the boards I’ve got on my plate.

Hi Todd,

Thank you for your detailed response.

I love a good tech response.

I’ll give a ring to the shop tomorrow and we can go over all the specs and such.
Best wishes,
David

I´ve been testing firewires, Bufo´s, Seaflex (quiver shortboards), surftechs TL2´s and Tuflites, Placebo´s Uber Fish in flexlite, XTR and finally SLX by Webber

Hi Todd,

I´m based in Portugal and wondered if you had any kind of distributor that would stock the Rascal 2 in Europe?

We are not currently working with a distributor in Portugal/ Europe…we have been shipping direct worldwide for over ten years though….so the best way to go about ordering a Rascal is straight from Proctor….straight from us…

I´m really interested in getting a pretty versatile board. As a surf instructor and manager at www.surfexperience.com I really just want to take one board to the beach for general conditions.

The Rascal 2 would fit the bill for the

average day down here in the Algarve, Portugal.

I´m currently riding a Bufo MK 6´2 19 1/4 x 2 1/4   hydroflex board which I´ve quaded up myself. I really love the positive flex characteristics for 2′ plus days, anything smaller and it´s the mini-fish by webber. that ones 5´9, goes like a dream but generally gets over powered in anything with a bit more push. I´m riding it with a trailer fin for extra bite as I´m very heavy on the backfoot.

I´m about to create a standalone review site on boards and the different technologies available. I´ve been testing firewires, Bufo´s, Seaflex (quiver shortboards), surftechs TL2´s and Tuflites, Placebo´s Uber Fish in flexlite, XTR and finally SLX by Webber. It´d be great to do a review on the Technology your working on too. I´ve been following it for a while now but never seen any of your boards this side of the pond.

We are doing something very unique that gives you an excellent flex characteristic combined with the strength of a molded board….but completely custom…..over half of my production is the Proxy construction boards now with word of mouth adding to that percentage overshadowing the amount of poly boards we do.

I´ve been speaking to a guy down here called Uwa who´s been working on Bamboo laminate boards. He speaks very highly of your designs and technology. He told me all about the Lil Rascal.

That’s really cool…thanks.

After checkin it all out I reckon the Lil Rascal 2 would be the one for me due to it having a little more bite.

It has the speed of a retro style fish with the maneuverability, responsiveness and holding capacity of a modern high performance shortboard.

What dimensions would you recommend for the Lil Rascal 2 –

let me know your height and weight and I’ll cross that up with the dimensions/ designs you listed above of your other boards… to get you the exact dims that would be best for you for a Rascal II,

also how much would it be in the Titanium 2 proxy technology?

The Titaniums run $900.00

The final question is how much is it to ship and with import tax too?

I don’t know what your countries import tax is….you might be better off checking that out from your side of things based on the amount of the board.

I´m really keen to get hold of one of these somehow.

If you are interested in ordering a custom Rascal, then let me know your shipping address, and I’ll have my wife Charissa get back to you with a quote for packing/ shipping. We send boards all over Europe, but each destination is different in regards to the shipping rate, so the only way to get you an accurate quote is by having your address.

Thanks and regards

Thanks Jez….

I know you would be stoked on a magic Proctor Rascal II. Please feel free to ask any other questions you may have. Looking forward to your reply,

Aloha,
Todd

My favorite board is that first Proxy Lil’ Rascal you made for me in 6’1 x 20 3/4 x 2 9/16

Hi Todd,

A few words to tell you how much I love the boards you made for me.
Time is going and I’m thinking of a new order for the end of summer.
So I would like to get your suggestions for 3 or 4 more new boards:

1- Going to the Mentawais in October so i’m thinking of

SR 71 or Ante up in 6’8 ( 19 3/8? 2 1/2?)
Proxy + carbon hinged flex tail?

Good dimensions….maybe could go 19 ¼” width….I recommend Ante-up…are you wanting to drop the thickness a bit on these boards as to previous one’s? Do you want to drop the rail volume also just a bit. You can get away with lower rail volume for boards for Indo since the waves are so perfect and have good push to them. I recommend round pin.

2- My favorite board is that first Proxy Lil’ Rascal you made for me

in 6’1 x 20 3/4 x 2 9/16.

She’s getting old now and I’m thinking of a new one.
Should i get the same?

That is a good solid board…I would stick with the same dimensions for sure if that one is feeling that good…
Should i try that new Lill Spuddy?Same size?

Yea, I would go with the same dimensions with the round tail/ Lil’ Spuddy model.
What is the difference between them or with the Greased Rascal?

The Greased Rascal you ride a bit longer and narrower than the original Rascals, and it has the bottom and rocker of the Greased Pig, so it is a little bit more favored to small waves with shape and will surf in bigger waves also and still ride clean. It is a great board too, but similar to the Greased Pig….so I would go with your original Rascal dimensions in round tail Lil’ Spuddy model.

3-Looking for an all around Proxy Titanium series

in 6’4 (19 1/2? 2 1/2?).

G4E? Blackbird? Accelerator? Something else?

I would go with the G-4….I have a really good design file in 6’4”. This one also has the thinner volume I noticed….do you feel like you can go a bit thinner on your boards for good waves? As you progress, typically you can start riding boards that have less volume; you just don’t want to sacrifice too much paddling, but I think you could go thinner on this batch of boards especially since they are for Indo style waves.
The Blackbird is a good one too, but it favors being ridden off the back foot. The tail and fins like to release in the lip on this board, so if that is what sounds good to you then this would be a good one to run with.
The Accelerator is a bit more of a Grovel style smaller wave board and for marginal conditions ( I have been riding mine a lot lately actually), so I don’t know that it is going to be a board that is your best bet for Indo….maybe for another order or for waves at home.
Dimensions for each of these I think you could go: 6’4” x 19 ¼” x 2 ½” rounded squash for the G-4 or Blackbird, and squash, round tail or swallowtail for the Accelerator.

4-I’m surfing 50% of the time my new Greased Pig with carbon rails.

So i’m thinking of an other one 6’4? 19 5/8? 2 9/16?

Good dimensions….can’t go wrong with the parabolics and the channels work insane of this board….been making quite a few of them lately…

Proxy,Parabolic stringer + 6 channels?

Please let me know what you think about this.I’m in total confidence with your suggestions.

Let me know your current weight because I think we can drop the volume of your boards just a bit….keeping the paddle, but gaining a bit more responsiveness and performance by making the overall volume and rail volume just a bit more sensitive…..let me know what you think of this too…? I also have a new construction method where the boards are super light….they are not quite as strong as with the 6oz. like we have been doing, but they are still amazingly strong, but very very light….so if you are interested in going a little bit lighter weight I am now offering a construction series for this also. If you are happy with the strength, weight, and performance on your boards now, then I would just stick with what has been working….maybe just try one of two of the new smaller boards with the super lightweight glassing constructiong….
Please feel free to ask any other questions you may have. I know you would be stoked on some magic Indo carpets.
Looking forward to your reply,

Todd

Best,
Vincent

Hi Todd,

nice to get your suggestions.

My current weight is 150lbs and i’m 45 years old.

I think i can go a bit thinner on my boards so i will follow you to drop the volume a bit but without missing the paddle too much.

Yes, I think we can go thinner without sacrificing paddle, but gaining performance.

My order would be:

1 Ante up 6’8/ 19 1/4 / 2 1/2

with lower rail volume,rounded pin
Proxy,carbon hinged flex tail …

do you want the futures or f.c.s. fin system for this board, and what color for the spray fade (two-tone light grey looks good or two tone light blue fade with the carbon hinge.

2 Lil’ Spuddy proxy. Stringerless with carbon rails?

I’m ready to try it smaller and thinner (6’0? 20 1/2 ?) if you want.

New dimensions sound good….do you want to go with tri fin or five fin setup? What color for the fade, and what fin system?

3 G 4E 6’4 x 19 1/4 x 2 1/2 rounded squash.

Proxy,construction?(Titanium upgrade?Parabolic?New super light glassing construction?)

I think super light glass with titanium parabolic would be sick for this one…..and in the two-tone light gray fade for the color with futures or f.c.s.?

4 Greased pig 6’4 /19 5/8/ 2 9 /16

Proxy,parabolic stringer,6 channels
super light glasing construction;

super light glassing is good with channels and parabolics….nice….two tone light blue would look nice to easily differentiate between the other greased pig. Do you want  f.c.s. or futures…..tri fin or five fin?

Does it sounds good to you?
When do yo think i should order the boards to be sure to get them in september?July?

It is getting very busy right now, so I think probably the sooner the better….at the very latest by July, better by end of May or June for me personally…..so I can take the time to do exceptional job…..I’m very excited about these new dimensions for you…..I think these boards are going to be your biggest progression in your surfing.
Please feel free to ask any other questions you may have.
Looking forward to your reply,
aloha, Todd

Best,
Vincent

Hi Todd

I will put my order by the end of may.

For each board I’m ready to drop the volume a bit to

gain peformance without sacrificing paddle.

I would like 4 new boards from you:

1- Ante Up 6’8 x 19 1/4 x 2 1/2 rounded pin Proxy,carbon hinged flex tail

Futures fins ,full camo green with no fade.
I will bring it with me to the Mentawais at the end of the year.

2- Lil’ Spuddy 6’1 x 20 1/2 x 2 9/16 stringerless with carbon rails,

fin setup,Futures fins,camo green spray.

3-Greased pig 6’4 x 19 5/8 x 2 9/16 Proxy,parabolic stringer,

6 channels,super light glassing

Full camo green,no fade.3 fin setup.
Futures fins if possible with the channels,if not FCS.

4-For the last board i think i will take another four leaf clover

because i love soo much this board.

What would you say of:

4 leaf clover  6’4 / 19 3/4 / 2 9/16 diamond tail super light glass with titanium parabolic in the two tone light gray fade
Future fins with AM2?

Please give me your advice for this final order.Do you think i should change anything?
If it’s OK for you could Charissa send me an advice around the end of May for Paypal payment?

Best,
Vincent

I surf a very small amount because I live in Keene NH (look it up) but I also snowboard and longboard extensively

Hi Todd,

My name is Michael and I need advice on what board to get.  I’ve never owned a board and I want to make the right choice.

I’m 15, 5′ 9 1/2″ tall and 140 lbs.

I would consider myself intermediate.

I surf a very small amount because I live in

Keene NH (look it up) but I also

snowboard and longboard extensively.

I mostly surf mushy New England waves but I get the chance to go to cali fairly often because I have relatives there. I’m looking for an board that will do what I want it to when I want it to no questions asked.

I was thinking the greased pig would be a good choice.

Please give my any advice you have.

Michael

Hi Michael,

The Greased Pig would be a perfect board

for the small mushy waves where you live,

but it is also very versatile and will

surf fast and responsive in anything

up to slightly overhead as well….

so it goes great in Cali waves too.

The ideal Greased Pig dimensions for you are: 5’10” x 19” x 2 ¼” with a single wing swallowtail.

Please feel free to ask any other questions you may have. I know you would be stoked on a magic Proctor Greased Pig. Looking forward to your reply,

Aloha,

Todd

The direction you want to go with your surfing? more airs and freer turning and carry more speed through turns

First Name: david

Age: 44

Height: 5’9″

Weight:  192 lb

Experience:  31 years

Type of board you’re interested in:  rascal II

Type of waves you will be surfing with this board

waist to head high mush to steep point/beach breaks

The direction you want to go with your surfing

more airs and freer turning and carry more speed through turns

What boards are you currently riding?

PU 6’0″x20′x2.5″ channel island Pod, PU 5’11″x20x2.5 Simon Anderson TPF3, 6’4″x19.5″x2.5″ Channel Island Flyer Epoxy.

Anything else you want Todd to know

I grew up surfing Malibu and Ventura county line and topanga but live overseas now so an email would be greatly appreciated on your recommendations of dimensions for a rascal II board order, thanks lots!! David LIu

Hi David,

Nice to meet you…

the magic Rascal II for you is going to be

5’10” x 20 1/8” x 2 ½” with a full boxy rail…..

this is the fastest high performance board I make…..

I know you would be stoked!!:) Please feel free to ask any other questions you may have.

Looking forward to your reply,

Aloha,

Todd

Hi Todd,

Thanks so much for you quickly reply, the dimensions look great. Could you please tell me how much it would cost and how long it would take and whether I can have it delivered overseas or in the States only, thanks very much again for your help.
David

Hi David,

The Rascal is $585 for a polyester and $735 for the Proxy custom Flexible Epoxy construction. Both of these constructions have various performance and durability enhancing upgrades available as well. Our turnaround time right now is about 3-6 weeks, depending on how quickly you would like to get the board. We ship direct worldwide. If you would like a shipping quote, please provide your full shipping address and we’ll let you know what the cost would be.

Please feel free to ask any other questions you may have.

there are three board models that I make that I’ve narrowed it down to for you

Name: Jeff

Age: 34

Height: 5’8

Weight: 185

Experience: intermediate 15yrs (live inland thought)

Type of board you’re interested in:

Short board that paddles like a fun board

Type of waves you will be surfing with this board:

NJ inconsistent mush, 1-3′ summers, 4-6+ Fall, annual trip to PR or CR. So basically an all around

The direction you want to go with your surfing:

I only get out 20 times a year,, so I want to catch every wave. I ned something that is willing to hit the lip but also paddle my weight around like a speed boat.

What boards are you currently riding?

Rusty Pirahana 6’0″ 20.5 2.18 thick Surftech. (Just does not float me) Hank Warner thruster 6’6″ 20.5 wide 2.65 thick Board does not hold thickness throughout, tail it thin, nose is narrow. I was just about to order a firewire Dominator 6’4″ 21 wide and 2 5/8″. Then I can across your company in a review search. What would you recommend. Although I no longer get out as much as I did in my youth, I really like to make the most of my sessions regardless of the conditions I am faced with. I use a vasa trainer to maintain some sort of surf conditioning, I just need a board that can help fill in the gaps and float my fat ass.

Goal for consultation:

I would like to detail/order my custom surfboard with Todd

Hi Jeff,

Sorry to not get back to you sooner…just been really busy here….

Anyway, nice to meet you and I hope you had a great Easter weekend.

Regarding the magic board for you….

there are three board models that I make

that I’ve narrowed it down to for you -

The Lil Rascal,

…………                the Greased Pig,

or the Big Chief (fuller volume G-4.e).

Since there is a pretty wide range of conditions you described…

you will need a board that is going to be

versatile from small and mushy to overhead

depending on your home conditions or travel spots.

The most versatile high performance shortboard

I make is the G-4.e.

This board generates it’s own speed in small waves, yet holds in and surfs fast and tight in the pocket in the punchier stuff.

The Big Chief is a fuller volume version of the G-4.e

and will tend to favor the waist high and over, up to a couple feet overhead….it is a versatile performance shortboard. Critical for you with this board is going to be the proper volume so you get the paddle necessary since you are not able to get out there everyday….I would go 6’3” x 20 3/8” x 2 5/8” with a swallowtail for this one.

The other way you could go is a board called

the Greased Pig….this board is basically a

high performance fish/ shortboard crossbreed…

flatter rocker keeps it running fast through the flats, but it is not so flat that it can’t handle up to head high waves great too. It has more of a full outlined shortboard nose with a single wing swallowtail to keep it crisp and responsive in maneuvers. This board would work great at your home breaks as well as travel destinations up to head high and even a little over….

this board is a small wave ripping speed machine

with great paddleability.

I recommend going 6’2” x 20 5/8” x 2 5/8” with a slightly fuller rail and flatter deck than that of the Big Chief.

The last board I had in mind is called

the Lil Rascal and is the fastest

small wave performance board I make.

It can also be ridden in waves up to head high, but favors the smaller and mushier stuff. It paddles insane and never has trouble generating speed….

basically has the speed of a retro style fish with the maneuverability of a performance shortboard.

Dimensions for you would be 6’0”- 6’1” x 21” x 2 5/8” with a pretty flat deck and even a bit fuller rails than the Greased Pig.

In order for me to figure out what is going to be the ideal model for you to go with,

It makes it much easier for me to

speak with you directly,

but feel free to check out each of these board models I described above by going to

www.proctorsurf.com

and checking out the descriptions and you can watch movies about the different boards too….hopefully this will help give you an idea as to which one strikes you as the direction you want to go with your surfing….from there I can further detail  the fine tune aspects of your board.

Looking forward to your reply,

Aloha,

Todd

This board has the paddle of a longboard with the feel under your feet like a skateboard.

Hi,

Very nice looking boards.  I am interested in a shorter board.

I have only surfed about 20 days

mainly on 9′+ long boards.

The short boards I have tried in the past have been simply too much for me and the small San Diego surf.

I’m a very athletic 5′-11″, 200lbs.

What size and model would you suggest?

Thanks

Court

Hi Court,

I’d be glad to help you out.

I just need to know some other info in order

to dial in the magic board for you….

What is your age, height, and weight….and the dimensions of the short boards you tried that didn’t work for you (if you know the dimensions; if you don’t that is ok and not a critical thing). Looking forward to your reply and to helping you dial into the perfect board to take your surfing to the next level,

Aloha,

Todd

Hi Todd,

Thanks for getting back so quickly.

I’m 37, 5’-11”, 200lbs, thick hockey player

body type in good athletic shape.

In the past I’ve tried shorter boards around the 7’ to 7’6” very similar to your Manatee and Mini shapes.  These were fun in Maui and Oahu with a 3’-4’ swell but I struggled catching waves in San Diego when things got small.

I like the idea of a wider, thicker board to float my big ass into the wave and then have a shorter (6’-6”?) board feeling once up and in the wave.

I guess a similar feeling as my 46” skateboard?  Being new to the sport I’m not sure if this is even possible with a board design for someone at 200lbs.

This will be my first board, and

I’d like it to be something I can enjoy

for several years in all types of conditions.

Living her in AZ I’m lucky to get 15 days a year but maybe with a killer board I might find my way west more often.  I look forward to hearing from you.  Thanks.

Court

Hi Court,

I know the perfect board for you…..the Lil’ Rascal,

but yours would be kinduva big Rascal –

6’8” x 22+ x 3”.

This board has the paddle of a longboard

with the feel under your feet like a skateboard.

The best board for catching waves on small days as well as having the versatility to ride in just about any conditions you can encounter from two foot dribblers to head high and a little over.

Check out http://www.proctorsurf.com/Surf-Boards/?page_id=830….that’s your board.

Please feel free to ask any other questions you may have. I know you would be stoked on a Lil’ (big) Rascal. Looking forward to your reply,

Aloha,

Todd

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