Who makes Pyzel surfboards?

Established in Hawaii in 1995, Pyzel Surfboards specialises in creating performance surfboards and works to improve the designs to suit all different levels of surfer. Pyzel surfboards is based in our factory on Oahu’s North Shore, but Jon shapes around the world in California, Japan and Europe.

Are Pyzel surfboards good?

Buying a Pyzel surfboard gets you a high performing, excellent quality surfboard. You can bet on the durability of the board that is made with high-quality foam, resin, and fiberglass.

Who is Pyzel?

Jon Pyzel grew up in Santa Barbara, California, started surfing in junior high and quickly found himself deep into it. Matt Moore started shaping his boards and put him on his team. Matt always helped explain the ideas and principles of surfboard design and let Jon watch him shape all his boards.

What size Pyzel ghost should I get?

The Ghost’s combination of rocker and concave makes for high performance handling through a healthy mix of sensitivity and control. Depending on what you want to ride it in we recommend you order your Ghosts anywhere from your height to 8″ over, a 1/4″ to 1/2″ wider, and 1/8″ to 3/8″ thicker than your everyday shorty.

Are Pyzel surfboards hand shaped?

Pyzel Surfboards is a world class surfboard brand started in Hawaii by head shaper Jon Pyzel. With shaping bays located in the heart of surfing on the Gold Coast, Pyzel Surfboards Australia are hand-shaped to match the Australian conditions.

What is a ghost shaper?

Recently, I got talking to a ghost shaper, that surfboard craftsman of either fading or soaring ambition, depending on age. This was a man in his twenties who is young enough to want to do something with the skills he’s cultivated finishing off boards for two of the world’s biggest surfboard companies.

What size board does John John Florence?

John John Florence (HAW) has been on fire through the recent leg of the World Championship Tour (WCT), taking on conditions from high-performance peaks at Trestles to the dredging barrels of Europe — and all on the same board.

Is Pyzel ghost epoxy?

The Pyzel Ghost in ElectraLite Epoxy construction. EET boards are constructed with stringerless EPS blanks, Epoxy resin (further reducing their environmental impact) and custom designed Web-Fused Carbon reinforcement on the deck and bottom for a long-lasting and resilient Flex Memory.

What is a ghost surfboard?

The Ghost has been developed with the Pyzel Team riders over a number of years to give you a board that performs in Bigger Better Waves. With full volume through the front section combined with a lower rocker, the Ghost can really fly while the round tail and double concave in the lower half help keep you in control.

Can you shape your own surfboard?

Surfboard Shaping Tools You can shape your own surfboard for less than 150 dollars (120 euros) – blank and tools included.

What kind of board does John John use?

The Log Funformance™ Surfboard Designed by Jon Pyzel and John John Florence on the North Shore for any day you are looking to have a good time. The Log is made using the most advanced construction for maximum durability and performance.

How much does John John Florence make?

Besides, his mother is also a surfer, and he grew up in the source of water. So, as a result, John began surfing at a very early age, at five….Quick Facts.

How big does a Pyzel surfboard need to be?

Made in sizes between 6’10” and 10’6”, it is a great board for deeper water waves like Sunset, Cloudbreak, Puerto Escondido, Ocean Beach, or anywhere else that gets BIG and HEAVY. It is also a great choice for bigger surfers looking for a controlled, easy feel in all types of waves.

How did the Pyzel surfboard get its name?

Mark Healey gave it the name, and was instrumental in developing and testing the design which he was on when he won the 2014 Billabong XXL Biggest Paddle Award!

What makes a Pyzel Padillac paddle board so good?

Like the name implies, this board is built to paddle fast and easy, with extra thickness and a fuller outline than most standard guns so you can catch and ride bigger waves with confidence and ease.

Who are some famous people who ride Padillac surfboards?

The Padillac has been ridden to more big wave contest victories than any other single surfboard design in history! John John Florence won the 2016 Eddie at maxing Waimea, Billy Kemper rode them to an unbelievable 4 Jaws wins (and a second place) AND got what is considered the greatest Jaws tube ride so far!