Spicy Flying Turtle
The “Spiciest” of all the Flying Turtle templates!
Customers wanted to catch waves as easily as the the other Turtle models do, yet have an overall outline that works for more top to bottom waves, thus the Spicy Flying Turtle. This board is an alternative to your standard performance shortboard template. A touch more rocker, a touch more pulled-in nose, a touch less volume, makes for a “spicy” recipe. Add a pulled in swallow tail with a single slot channel and you get a performance combo that holds with excellent release! A responsive board that catches waves easily and holds its rail in good waves. Get it with five fin boxes, as you’ll want to change it between thruster and quad configurations as the waves dictate! If you are tired with your standard performance outline, but still want a board that has the lines to hold in mental waves, get the Spicy Flying Turtle!
Doc's Board Recommendation*
- Thruster
- Squash or Swallow Tail
- No Channels
PU Polyester
- The standard blank, offering a classic feel and smooth ride. Known for its flex and responsiveness in a variety of wave conditions.
- Polyester Blank
- Polyester Resin
Poly with Epoxy Resin
- Stronger than polyester resin and makes the board more durable.
- Polyester Blank
- Epoxy Resin
EPS Epoxy
- Great strength to weight ratio.
- Lighter and stronger than a polyester board in the same dimensions.
- Slightly more flotation.
Single Slot Channel
- A single slot channel is a singular, short groove starting about 10 inches from the tail and getting deeper as it exits out the end of the board.
Benefits:
- Improved Drive: The single slot channel helps direct water flow, providing the board with extra drive and speed, especially in smaller, weaker waves. A great alternative to having a center fin on twin or quad fins.
- Control: It offers enhanced control by channeling water more directly under the board, making it easier to maintain a stable line during turns.
- Versatility: This channel design is versatile, performing well in various wave conditions, from small beach breaks to bigger surf. Adds a little grip to your rip.
4 Channel
- A 4-channel design features four grooves on the bottom of the board. A slightly longer center channel. The outside channels are a little shorter starting from the back quarter of the board, starting shallow and progressively get deeper as it exits the tail.
Benefits:
- Speed and Lift: The 4 channels create lift by directing water flow more efficiently, allowing the board to plane better on the water's surface, which results in increased speed.
- Enhanced Grip: This design provides additional grip and hold during turns, making it excellent for carving and generating speed through sections of the wave.
- Responsiveness: The configuration of the channels offers more responsiveness in turns, allowing for sharper, more precise maneuvers.
- Aesthetic Appeal: High-gloss shine enhances visual appeal and makes the board stand out.
- Durability: Offers a little bit of strength and durability.
Protects the crucial area of the board under your back foot. It’s worth the price if you are hard on your boards and have a tendency to crush the tail with your back foot.