G-Money II - Customize
The G-Money II is Doc Lausch's proven barrel-hunting surfboard. A custom shape built to get you into serious waves and hold the line through the heaviest sections. As Doc puts it: "A reverse mullet: party in the front, and all business in the back."
The G-Money II features a slightly relaxed entry rocker with extra width and volume foiled perfectly under your chest, so you can paddle into the wave of your life and get over the ledge with confidence. The pulled-in tail and sharp rails take over once you're in, holding tight, letting you adjust your line, and keeping you locked in deep through the pit.
This board has been rigorously tested in some of the heaviest waves on the planet: slabs in Ireland, psycho tubes in the Canary Islands, slamming beach breaks in Mexico, and running barrels in the Mentawais. It's a proven barrel hunter at every size. Doc shapes the G-Money II from 5'6" all the way up to 10'6" depending on how big you want to go. For dedicated big-wave guns, see the G-Money II XL.
Whether you're chasing your home break on a head-high day or boarding a flight to Indonesia with a board bag full of boards, the G-Money II will fill your barrel prescription.
Doc's Board Recommendation:
- 5 Fins
- Round Tail
- No Channels
Best for:
- Waves from 4 to 25+ ft
- Surfers chasing barrels at heavier reefs, slabs, and serious beach breaks
- Performance shortboard to step up to gun-sized boards
Specs:
- Fin setup: Thruster (FCS or Futures boxes)
- Outline: Pulled-in tail with sharp rails for hold in the pit
- Rocker: Slightly relaxed entry, with volume foiled under the chest
- Sizes: Custom shaped from 5'6" to 10'6"
- Drive Speed: 5/5
- Wave Height: 4–25 ft
- Maneuverability: 4/5
- Paddle Power: 5/5
- Construction: Available in PU/Polyester or EPS/Epoxy
Custom shaped to order in Huntington Beach, California. Typical build time 3–4 weeks.
Related shapes: For dedicated big-wave guns 8'0"+, see the G-Money II Gun.
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.
DRIVE SPEED
5/5
WAVE HEIGHT
4-25FT
MANEUVERABILITY
4/5
PADDLE POWER
5/5
