New 2020 Shape Review - The Funky Fish

4/10/20   /   L. Shinham



Introducing the Funky Fish skimboard by Wave Zone.  A 2020 new release in keeping with Jeff Shinham's retro theme during Wave Zone's 30th year.  The board features a swallow tail for a bit more targeted volume than can be found on the Shovel Fish shape of Shinham's Classic Fish, making it an ideal performer in both small and steep waves. Rider:  Sterling Myers.  Photo:  London Myers




Board Builder Specs:

Level: Advanced
Length: 50" or  52 1/2"
Weight Limit: 200 lbs
Colors & Art: Assorted 

Performance: Retro Fish Design with a swallow tail and a concave bottom for thrust. Twin Tail performs like two pins for highly responsive performance on small and steep waves. 

Sizes:
50″ x 20 1/2″ x 5/8″
52 1/2″ x 21″ x 5/8″

Construction: High density pvc foam core and double reinforced poly wrapped rails. Carbon upgrade options.  Individually hand crafted in the USA.  

Art Choices: Gel coat assortment or upgraded color infused resin art.



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Rider Test Trials:

This new shape was perfomance tested by Wave Zone's Team Rider Sterling Myers and Team Pro Chester Burnett.

Feedback:  "The board is super fast, floaty, and is so stable when going at high speeds." - Sterling Myers

"First time out on the Funky Fish and I landed a 5 shuv... it was almost effortless!" - Chester Burnett

An fine tuned shape with a head nod to retro swallow tails.  Expect fast glides, buoyant float, and stability at the tail. A great choice for spins and wraps in both small and steep waves.