Compare SPADE PRO vs Swell boards

SPADE PRO

Swell

SPADE PRO

A moderately wide and curvy outline with reduced weight for optimal performance

Swell

Above all

SPADE PRO

• Lightweight construction
• Carbon stringer for refined flex pattern
• Honeycomb reinforcements
• Great for aerial maneuvers
• Promotes top to bottom surfing
• Turns tight in the pocket
• Tail channels for improved grip and turning
• 5 fin configuration - quad or thruster
• Optimized reduced width outline for better drive

Swell

• New Free-V and Free Foil Strap Inserts
• Fast-release cutaways and tapered tail
• Hybrid Carbon Technology
• Integrated PVC structural stringer system
• DropBox adjustable foil mounting track
• GORE™ waterproof 2-way vent (not in 3'10)
• Deep-V double nose concave
• Steep bevelled rails
• Intuitive double concave deck
• Corduroy deck grip with tactile & visual stance reference
• Integrated underside carry handle
• 3'10 does not have GORE™ Vent
• Compact outline

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SPADE PRO

• Carbon Stringer

• 5 fins

• Honeycomb

• EPS Core

Swell

• Fast-release cutaways and tapered tail

  The sharp release edge on the tail allows for an earlier take-off, while the cutaways and the way the tail tapers reduces the volume in the tail, helping to bring the board’s centre of buoyancy forward, right underneath your stance. Having the centre of buoyancy directly underneath your stance is essential for finding that sweet spot on the board where you can remain without shifting your weight back and forward. The wedged tail shape reduces the overall length and improves the pumpability of the foil. Every movement counts to staying up on the foil.

• Hybrid Carbon Technology

  Lighter weight construction for stiffness, manoeuvrability and glide. The stiffer the board, the better it will pump and the more responsive it feels. A light yet durable epoxy composite laminate, with a balanced carbon and e-glass fibre layup is wrapped around an EPS core. High-density closed cell PVC reinforcement around the foil track mount, leash plug and foot strap inserts spreads the load. An ultra-lightweight double bamboo reinforcement layer under the standing area adds greater impact resistance and rigidity.

• Integrated PVC structural stringer system

  The DropBox foil mounting tracks are embedded into a high-density closed-cell PVC block. Two high-density PVC stringers are glued to each side of this block, distributing the load lengthwise, and the full system connects the top and bottom laminate skins for maximum support.

• DropBox adjustable foil mounting track

  Speed-dial your foil setup. Simply drop your foil pre-assembled with screws and t-nuts into the track, slide it backwards, then tighten the screws to fasten. Our unique structurally-integrated DropBox has a longer track for a wider adjustment range, allowing you to precision-tune the foil set up for your rider weight. A measurement guide next to the track aids correct positioning. Industry-standard 90mm track spacing means the DropBox is compatible with most foil systems.

• Steep bevelled rails

  Help with touchdown recovery and water release.

• Intuitive double concave deck

  There is a significant amount of concave in the deck that works to position the rider lower and makes the board more stable to ride. The concave puts all the volume outside on the rails, so the centre of the board is the low point. It creates the best potential for balancing and is the most comfortable and responsive shape to stand on.

• Corduroy deck grip with tactile & visual stance reference

  For a more intuitive and direct connection to your foil, grippy longitudinal corduroy with centre-line ridge allows fast, easy tactile foot placement. Tail kickpad with cutouts on the Swell for your feet while prone paddling. Transverse markers on the deckpad provide a visual reference, giving you confidence to adjust.

• Compact outline

  The shorter the board, the more effective it is for pumping, the less swing weight, and the more aerodynamic and manoeuvrable it is when riding up on the foil.

• Fast-release cutaways and tapered tail

  The sharp release edge on the tail allows for an earlier take-off, while the cutaways and the way the tail tapers reduces the volume in the tail, helping to bring the board’s centre of buoyancy forward, right underneath your stance. Having the centre of buoyancy directly underneath your stance is essential for finding that sweet spot on the board where you can remain without shifting your weight back and forward. The wedged tail shape reduces the overall length and improves the pumpability of the foil. Every movement counts to staying up on the foil.

• Hybrid Carbon Technology

  Lighter weight construction for stiffness, manoeuvrability and glide. The stiffer the board, the better it will pump and the more responsive it feels. A light yet durable epoxy composite laminate, with a balanced carbon and e-glass fibre layup is wrapped around an EPS core. High-density closed cell PVC reinforcement around the foil track mount, leash plug and foot strap inserts spreads the load. An ultra-lightweight double bamboo reinforcement layer under the standing area adds greater impact resistance and rigidity.

• Integrated PVC structural stringer system

  The DropBox foil mounting tracks are embedded into a high-density closed-cell PVC block. Two high-density PVC stringers are glued to each side of this block, distributing the load lengthwise, and the full system connects the top and bottom laminate skins for maximum support.

• DropBox adjustable foil mounting track

  Speed-dial your foil setup. Simply drop your foil pre-assembled with screws and t-nuts into the track, slide it backwards, then tighten the screws to fasten. Our unique structurally-integrated DropBox has a longer track for a wider adjustment range, allowing you to precision-tune the foil set up for your rider weight. A measurement guide next to the track aids correct positioning. Industry-standard 90mm track spacing means the DropBox is compatible with most foil systems.

• Steep bevelled rails

  Help with touchdown recovery and water release.

• Intuitive double concave deck

  There is a significant amount of concave in the deck that works to position the rider lower and makes the board more stable to ride. The concave puts all the volume outside on the rails, so the centre of the board is the low point. It creates the best potential for balancing and is the most comfortable and responsive shape to stand on.

• Corduroy deck grip with tactile & visual stance reference

  For a more intuitive and direct connection to your foil, grippy longitudinal corduroy with centre-line ridge allows fast, easy tactile foot placement. Tail kickpad with cutouts on the Swell for your feet while prone paddling. Transverse markers on the deckpad provide a visual reference, giving you confidence to adjust.

• Compact outline

  The shorter the board, the more effective it is for pumping, the less swing weight, and the more aerodynamic and manoeuvrable it is when riding up on the foil.