Al Merrick Spinetech

Latest technology for next-level performance

Spinetech is the latest material developed by Shapers in Australia, combining EPS foam, composite fiber, and carbon fiber. It is not only lightweight, but the board's flex is lively, and you can feel the acceleration and drive just by turning lightly, and you can quickly transition to the next turn or maneuver. It returns to its original shape faster than conventional wood stringers, and is reset every time you turn, so the best flex state is kept during riding. Even when the waves are small, it is easy to get speed and move, and the surfing looks big and flashy.

Spinetech is recommended for these people!

Spine Tech bounces on the water surface and picks up speed even in small or weak waves. It connects to the next section without losing speed when transitioning from turn to turn. The board is lightweight because of the EPS core, so the board returns quickly at the top and the action looks flashy. Spine Tech is recommended for anyone who wants to get the most out of small waves. In addition, the stringer is not damaged like a traditional board with a wooden stringer, so it is durable and does not break easily. It is also recommended for those who want to use one board for a long time. If you are aiming for a surfing competition, the action looks flashy, so your riding points will definitely increase! ?

Recommended wave sizes and conditions for Spine Tech

This is a big advantage in small wave conditions (knee to chest height) and soft waves with little power. This new material is recommended not only for small wave models but also for performance models.

What is the difference between SpineTech and traditional PU boards?

Spine Tech is a combination of EPS foam, Spine (composite fiber), and carbon fiber. It is much lighter than PU material, has a springy flex, and is strong overall. It feels a little stiffer than PU, but it doesn't feel that strange.

What is the difference between Spinetech and Wood Stringer EPS boards?

The core form is the same EPS, but the difference between Wood Stringer and Spine Tech is very big. Spine Tech is not too light and has less rebound like conventional EPS, so the material feels less strange. In addition, the flex performance is kept at its best, so performance is stable. The flex performance is not lost even after a year, so the good feeling of the board when you just bought it will continue for a long time.

Why are there three different thicknesses (sizes) of Spinetech?

The Channel Islands factory will install the best size Spine Tech to fit the volume of your surfboard. If the balance is not right, you will not be able to achieve the ideal flex, so this is a very important point.

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All Al Merrick models can be made with SpineTech.

SpineTech accepts not only custom orders but also stock orders.

We can make not only shortboards but also mid-length CI MID boards.

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