GrovelChief

Top speed surpasses previous redline markers, and holds a rail like a boss on wings
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Features wider nose outline and full tailblock for maximum glide and carry, with a less rockered version of the #Falcon2surfboard rocker and bottom for seemless ball-bearing rail to rail execution.

Top speed surpasses previous redline markers, and holds a rail like a boss on wings.

Feasts on 1-4 foot summer weakness, allowing big dudes to prosper whilst many flyweights can’t even find speed.

6’4″ x 23″ x 3 1/4″ 56L all new GrovelChief for Chief Allen of the Chumash tribe. Humaliwo district of the freelands.

Wide tail Bullet with a flattened Falcon II rocker and hull contours … for small First Point destructo derby.

Comes in wide squash, roundthumb or swallow.

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Popular DimensionsVolumeRider Weight
5’7″ x 20″ x 2 7/16″ 30.5LRider weight: 100-165 lb / 45-74 kg
6’4″ x 22 1/2″ x 3 1/4″55LRider weight: 155-260 lb / 70-117 kg
6’4″ x 23″ x 3 5/16″56L+Rider weight: 155-260 lb / 70-117 kg
6’4″ x 23 1/4″ x 3 3/8″60LRider weight: 185-285 lb / 83-129 kg

construction options & pricing

Polyester/Polyurethane

$1250+
traditional foam & fiberglass - starting at ...

Proxy epoxy/EPS

$1400+
3-5 x the strength & durability of a poly, lighterweight & slightly more buoyant

Carbon Footprint

$1650+
stringerless Proxy epoxy with carbon reinforced rails

Titanium II Series

$1650+
any of our Proxy epoxy iterations with the additiona of strategically placed carbon/kevlar mesh

6'4" x 23" x 3 1/4" 56L all new GrovelChief for Chief Allen of the Chumash tribe. Humaliwo district of the freelands. Wide tail Bullet with a flattened Falcon II rocker and hull contours ... for small First Point destructo derby.

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The other day there was good waves and I was down at the beach with some boards for good waves, and this guy came up to me and said, “You make boards for good surfers and good waves.” I said, “Thank you, but I also make all kinds of boards for all kinds of surfers in all kinds of waves.” Here’s some feedback we recently received about a thick, flat, fast board that goes crazy in less than average waves, and that anyone can have a blast on. Here’s that stoked surfer report that just came in >> 
"I’m just writing to thank Todd for this masterpiece of a surfboard. After having a few decent sessions with it now I can honestly say it’s the best board I’ve ever ridden. It’s fast and loose, glides down the line but still skatey and easy to throw around. Holds speed through turns and links sections together effortlessly. Reviewers on your website have said they’ve never surfed better in their lives with Todd’s boards, and I can now say with conviction that this is absolutely true. I’ve heard people talk about “magic” boards before but I’ve never felt that way about a board until now. This board is a work of art, truly magic. 

I’m so happy and grateful and I just felt compelled to say thank you. Todd is an amazing shaper and you guys are running a great business. I feel privileged to have this board. 

Thanks again for everything, and have a great week!"

—Nick | Los Angeles, CA
6'4" x 23 1/4" x 3 5/16" 56.6L #grovelchief #surferfeedback

The other day there was good waves and I was down at the beach with some boards for good waves, and this guy came up to me and said, “You make boards for good surfers and good waves.” I said, “Thank you, but I also make all kinds of boards for all kinds of surfers in all kinds of waves.” Here’s some feedback we recently received about a thick, flat, fast board that goes crazy in less than average waves, and that anyone can have a blast on. Here’s that stoked surfer report that just came in >>
"I’m just writing to thank Todd for this masterpiece of a surfboard. After having a few decent sessions with it now I can honestly say it’s the best board I’ve ever ridden. It’s fast and loose, glides down the line but still skatey and easy to throw around. Holds speed through turns and links sections together effortlessly. Reviewers on your website have said they’ve never surfed better in their lives with Todd’s boards, and I can now say with conviction that this is absolutely true. I’ve heard people talk about “magic” boards before but I’ve never felt that way about a board until now. This board is a work of art, truly magic. 

I’m so happy and grateful and I just felt compelled to say thank you. Todd is an amazing shaper and you guys are running a great business. I feel privileged to have this board.

Thanks again for everything, and have a great week!"

—Nick | Los Angeles, CA
6`4" x 23 1/4" x 3 5/16" 56.6L #grovelchief #surferfeedback

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Stoked surfer reports: this just in >> “HEAD HIGH COTTONS THIS MORNING FIRST LIGHT … SO GLASSY AND CLEAN … THIS NUGGET IS SOME SUGARY SWEET COTTON POINT CANDY!
Put Machado quad set on and everything worked amazing. So good I didn’t swap any of the other fins I brought down to the point in a backpack (next time I play around more with different setups).
LOVE LOVE LOVE. FAST BUT NOT SKIPPY, SMOOTH AND SOFT BUTTERY FEEL IN ALL THE RIGHT WAYS, AND PLENTY OF DIG ON TAP FOR SOME BUTT WIGGLING DOWN THE LINE.
PADDLING? FAGHIDABOWDID. YOUR 10 FOOT MINI MEGA MUCHO MACHO UBER MAGIC DOESN’T STAND A CHANCE. SHE SITS JUST PERFECT UNDER ME AND MY BIG CHEST / SHOULDERS.
 
The tail release and flow through turns was perfect and rather surprising for how wide she is. This baby got back. Twerkin’ on some Summertime peaks!
 
THANKS SO MUCH!!”

— Derek  6’2”/245lb
6’4” x 23 1/4” x 3 3/8” 60L #grovelchief #surferfeedback

Stoked surfer reports: this just in >> “HEAD HIGH COTTONS THIS MORNING FIRST LIGHT … SO GLASSY AND CLEAN … THIS NUGGET IS SOME SUGARY SWEET COTTON POINT CANDY!
Put Machado quad set on and everything worked amazing. So good I didn’t swap any of the other fins I brought down to the point in a backpack (next time I play around more with different setups).
LOVE LOVE LOVE. FAST BUT NOT SKIPPY, SMOOTH AND SOFT BUTTERY FEEL IN ALL THE RIGHT WAYS, AND PLENTY OF DIG ON TAP FOR SOME BUTT WIGGLING DOWN THE LINE.
PADDLING? FAGHIDABOWDID. YOUR 10 FOOT MINI MEGA MUCHO MACHO UBER MAGIC DOESN’T STAND A CHANCE. SHE SITS JUST PERFECT UNDER ME AND MY BIG CHEST / SHOULDERS.
 
The tail release and flow through turns was perfect and rather surprising for how wide she is. This baby got back. Twerkin’ on some Summertime peaks!
 
THANKS SO MUCH!!”

— Derek 6’2”/245lb
6’4” x 23 1/4” x 3 3/8” 60L #grovelchief #surferfeedback

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Just shaped it: 
New board model - 
“GrovelChief 2.0”
6’3” x 21 1/4” x 3” 41L 
Features wider nose outline and full tailblock for maximum glide and carry, with a less rockered version of the #Falcon2surfboard rocker and bottom for seemless ball-bearing rail to rail execution. Top speed surpasses previous redline markers, and holds a rail like a boss on wings. Feasts on 1-4 foot summer weakness, allowing big dudes to prosper whilst many flyweights can’t even find speed. 

#grovelchief

Just shaped it:
New board model –
“GrovelChief 2.0”
6’3” x 21 1/4” x 3” 41L
Features wider nose outline and full tailblock for maximum glide and carry, with a less rockered version of the #Falcon2surfboard rocker and bottom for seemless ball-bearing rail to rail execution. Top speed surpasses previous redline markers, and holds a rail like a boss on wings. Feasts on 1-4 foot summer weakness, allowing big dudes to prosper whilst many flyweights can’t even find speed.

#grovelchief

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