Hybrid - Balsa secret weapon

The Riley Hybrid Balsa Secret Weapon Surfboard combines the paddle power and stability of a fish with the responsive performance of a shortboard. Hand-shaped in Australia, this versatile hybrid is designed for surfers seeking an easy-paddling board that remains fast, controlled and manoeuvrable across a broad range of conditions.

Its stable, buoyant recycled EPS foam core is finished with handcrafted balsa construction, Riley balsa rail stringers and a cedar centre stringer. The diamond tail, concave bottom and hard 80/20 rails provide controlled release, responsive turning and dependable hold through the wave.

A thruster fin configuration with FCS1-compatible fin boxes delivers familiar performance and allows the board to be customised with the surfer’s preferred fins. With useful volume without excessive bulk, the Secret Weapon is suitable for surfers ranging from beginners to experienced riders.

PRODUCT DETAILS

• Product: Hybrid balsa surfboard

• Design: Fish and shortboard hybrid

• Construction: Recycled EPS foam core with balsa construction

• Approximate weight: 3 kg

• Tail shape: Diamond tail

• Bottom shape: Concave

• Rail shape: Hard 80/20

• Fin configuration: Thruster

• Fin system: FCS1-compatible fin boxes

• Stringers: Riley balsa rail stringers and 1/8-inch cedar centre stringer

• Recommended wave range: Approximately 1 to 6 feet

• Recommended ability: Beginner to experienced

• Available sizes: 6'0", 6'6" and 7'0"

• Made in: Australia

• Manufacturing method: Hand-shaped

• Warranty: 12-month manufacturer warranty, subject to Riley’s warranty terms

FINISH OPTIONS

• Matte or satin finish: Fins included

• Polished finish: Fins not included

Custom specifications, additional stringers, bio-epoxy construction and polished finishes may be available by arrangement with the manufacturer.

Natural variations in the balsa timber grain and colour ensure that every handcrafted Riley surfboard has its own distinctive appearance.