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OG Flyer by Channel Islands

OG Flyer

It is no exaggeration to say that the Flyer is the most outstanding model in Al Merrick's history, and it has returned as the OG FLYER with updated sizing. It is a dream board that is easy to get speed even in bad waves, allows for smooth flow surfing, and can perform at a tour level. The OG Flyer is still at the forefront as the best Groveler board. As a guideline, it is common to ride it at a length about the same as your height.

Al Merrick OG Flyer by Channel Islands

OG Flyer is recommended for these people!

The OG Flyer is a g-groveler type (for small waves) board for beginners to advanced surfers. It is recommended for those who want to surf well on one board, with a fast technique, speed, stability, no quirks, and good condition in all sizes and conditions! It seems like there are only good things about it, but the OG Flyer is a masterpiece model that embodies the essence of Al Merrick's shaping. If you have only ridden recent Al Merrick models, you will be amazed by the ride that is truly Al Merrick. Please try out the Flyer that took the world by storm in the late 90s!

Al Merrick OG Flyer by Channel Islands

The wave sizes and conditions that OG Flyer is suited for

The OG Flyer is a step-down groveler type for waves of a firm to overhead size. For beach breaks, it is recommended as an all-round board rather than for small waves. Since it is a board that is easy to get speed, it can perform well even in small waves with weak power, and it has high rotational properties. It holds well even in solid waves and allows for precise maneuvers in the pockets of the waves. This is a truly all-round board that can be used in all conditions.

Fins Recommended for OG Flyer

Any fin will match with an orthodox tri-fin, but the fin I recommend is the Al Merrick template. The code name is AM fin and it is available in both FCS II and Future. It comes in small, medium, and large sizes, so choose according to your weight and wave size. In most cases, the medium size is fine. The combination of OG flyer and AM fin is unbeatable!

Fins recommended for Al Merrick OG flyers
Fins recommended for Al Merrick OG flyers

Difference between OG flyer and New flyer

Both are popular as main boards that can be used every day, and are excellent in terms of speed and adaptability to small waves. If we had to distinguish between them, the OG Flyer has a straight outline and is often ridden slightly longer, so it has a strong sense of drive and is fast down the line. Another good thing about the OG Flyer is that it allows for stable riding even when the waves get big. The New Flyer is easy to turn in tight arcs and has excellent rotation.

Al Merrick OG Flyer by Channel Islands

$PRICE$ / Stock Board

The order fee for a custom order is $50.
The Al Merrick OG Flyer is also available to order on Spine-Tek, EPS and XTR surfboards.
Shipping fees can be found on each product page.
Al Merrick OG Flyer by Channel Islands