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Five boards, one workshop. Each one shaped by hand for a different kind of surfer and a different kind of wave.

The Drop Surf Craft Comparison Guide

Find Your Perfect Board

ModelBest ForWave SizeSkill LevelSpeedStabilityManoeuvrability
The ShoreyFirst-time riders, familiesSmallBeginner★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
The Shorey ExcelExtra stability and glideSmallBeginner–Intermediate★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
The CarverPerformance prone ridingSmall–LargeBeginner–Advanced★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
The GliderSpeed and larger surfMedium–LargeIntermediate–Advanced★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
The AlaiaTraditional finless surfingMedium–LargeAdvanced★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Which Board Is Right For You?

The Shorey

Easiest board to learn on.

The Shorey Excel

Extra width and stability.

The Carver

Best all-round performer.

The Glider

Maximum speed in bigger waves.

The Alaia

Traditional finless experience.

The Drop

Quiver Progression

The Shorey→
The Shorey Excel→
The Carver→
The Glider→
The Alaia

Quick Recommendation Guide

Easiest boardThe Shorey
Most stableThe Shorey Excel
Best all-rounderThe Carver
Fastest larger-wave boardThe Glider
Traditional finless stand upThe Alaia

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Ride Safely

Surfing and ocean activities carry inherent risks, including physical injury. Always use your board within your abilities, assess the conditions and follow local surf safety advice. Our boards are not floatation or lifesaving devices. Information on this website does not replace surf or surf life saving instruction.

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