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Firewire GREAT WHITE TWIN (5'6-6'6) FUTURES Ibolic Volcanic Tech

Firewire GREAT WHITE TWIN (5'6-6'6) FUTURES Ibolic Volcanic Tech

SKU:143159

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Designed in collaboration with the legendary Kelly Slater, this board promises an thrilling ride that’ll leave you grinning from ear to ear.

GREAT WHITE DESCRIPTION

Inspired by the sleek outline of the mighty Great White Shark, this surfboard is a game-changer. Let’s dive into the details:

Unleash the Beast: What Makes the Great White Twin Roar?

  1. Hybrid Paddle, Shortboard Performance: The Great White Twin combines the best of both worlds. It paddles like a hybrid, yet performs on rails like a shortboard. Say goodbye to compromise – catch waves effortlessly and carve with precision.
  2. Speed in Weak Waves, Control in Powerful Waves: Whether the swell is a gentle ripple or a roaring monster, the Great White Twin adapts. It generates speed even in lackluster conditions and maintains control when the waves flex their muscles.
  3. Pocket Rocket: Tight arcs, punchy pockets, and quick wraps – the Great White Twin thrives in these scenarios. Its hidden volume at the center, coupled with fine rails, ensures lightning-fast responses. You’ll feel like you’re dancing with the ocean.
  4. Twin Fin Magic: Imagine the speed of a twin fin paired with the responsiveness of a thruster. That’s the Great White Twin. It glides effortlessly, yet snaps into action when you need it most. And that elevated tail rocker? Pure magic for your backhand maneuvers.

 How the Great White Twin Came to Life

Picture this: Kelly Slater, the legendary surfer, and Mike Woo, the Bali-based shaper, huddled over a folder of shark photos. Inspired by the Great White Shark’s form, they traced its outlines – both from the top and bottom views. These contours became the blueprint for the Great White Twin.

After fine-tuning the design on their computers, they cut the first shape. Kelly paddled out, caught a wave, and declared it “perfect from the first go.” And now, after meticulous craftsmanship, the Great White Twin is ready to conquer the waves.

The Slater Designs Great White Twin in I-Bolic Technology with Volcanic Lamination

A sustainable lamination alternative to carbon in performance shapes, Volcanic Lamination adds enhanced response and deck durability to both I-Bolic and Helium Cores. 'Volcanic' references basalt: a naturally occurring rock that occurs from hot lava cooling after it breaks through the earth's surface. We make basalt cloth by extruding fibers from basalt rocks and then crushing and melting them into woven fabric that is vacuum bagged and laminated with bio resin. 

  1. 4 OZ Basalt Layers: Woven into the composite skin, these layers provide the backbone. They’re like the sinewy muscles of our surfboard.
  2. High-Density Core: A 3mm (1/8") high-density core ensures stability and responsiveness. It’s the heartbeat beneath your feet.
  3. E-Glass Reinforcement: The secret sauce – E-Glass adds extra oomph to the mix. Think of it as the turbo boost for your waves.
  4. Aerospace Composite Springer: This is where the magic happens. The springer, infused with basalt, propels you into the stratosphere of surfdom.

Firm, drivey and reassuring underfoot, I-Bolic excels at enabling drive, hold and precision. It suits powerful surfing in good waves and is a favorite of Kelly Slater and the Slater Designs team.

I-Bolic engineering creates a core with three separate points of flex control including an I-Beam down center for unrivaled break strength, and high-density foam in both rails from nose to tail.

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Surfboard Shipping

Due to handling requirements, surfboards are shipped with specific protocols and fees.

a. Oahu Store Pickup

HAWAII SURFBOARD SHIPPING RATES

NEIGHBOR ISLANDS:

Shipping Method Board Type Size Limit Cost Estimated Delivery Time Additional Notes
FEDEX Shortboards Up to 6'0" x 23" wide $50 2-5 days Door-to-door service; contact for longboards
Hawaiian Air Cargo Shortboards/Mid-Length Up to 8'4" $80 ~2 days Pickup at Hawaiian Air Cargo Airport
Hawaiian Air Cargo Longboards Up to 10' $95 ~2 days Pickup at Hawaiian Air Cargo Airport

 

 Hawaiian Air Cargo

(All Size Boards)  - ETA Usually in two days (Boards can be picked up from the Hawaiian Air Cargo Airport from 7AM in the morning, a day after the board has been sent out.)

Hawaiian Air Cargo charges $25 per day if the board is not picked up within 48 hours of arrival at their facility.

 

 

CONTINENTAL USA: SURFBOARD SHIPPING

FedEx Door-to-Door Shipping 🚚

  • Boards up to 6'0": $75 flat rate to any Continental US address
  • Boards 6'1" to 8'0": Contact us for door-to-door quote
  • Delivery: 3-5 business days

Air Cargo Shipping (For boards over 8'0") ✈️

2-day delivery to major airports

Important:

  • Airport pickup required within 48 hours
  • Must show government ID for pickup
  • Let us know your travel dates - we'll time the delivery
  • Storage fees apply after 48 hours

West Coast Cities (2-day delivery)

Los Angeles (LAX)

  • Shortboard: $95
  • Mid-Length: $95
  • Longboard: $115

San Diego (SAN)

  • Shortboard: $95
  • Mid-Length: $95
  • Longboard: $115

San Francisco (SFO)

  • Shortboard: $95
  • Mid-Length: $95
  • Longboard: $115

Las Vegas (LAS)

  • Shortboard: $95
  • Mid-Length: $95
  • Longboard: $115

Portland (PDX)

  • Shortboard: $135
  • Mid-Length: $185
  • Longboard: $200

Seattle (SEA)

  • Shortboard: $95
  • Mid-Length: $95
  • Longboard: $115

Salt Lake City (SLC)

  • Shortboard: $135
  • Mid-Length: $185
  • Longboard: $200

Central & Mountain Cities (2-day delivery)

Denver (DEN)

  • Shortboard: $145
  • Mid-Length: $210
  • Longboard: $230

Chicago (ORD)

  • Shortboard: $145
  • Mid-Length: $210
  • Longboard: $230

Minneapolis (MSP)

  • Shortboard: $145
  • Mid-Length: $210
  • Longboard: $230

St. Louis (STL)

  • Shortboard: $145
  • Mid-Length: $210
  • Longboard: $230

Detroit (DTW)

  • Shortboard: $145
  • Mid-Length: $210
  • Longboard: $230

Houston (IAH)

  • Shortboard: $145
  • Mid-Length: $210
  • Longboard: $230

East Coast Cities (2-day delivery)

New York (JFK)

  • Shortboard: $95
  • Mid-Length: $95
  • Longboard: $115

Boston (BOS)

  • Shortboard: $95
  • Mid-Length: $95
  • Longboard: $115

Philadelphia (PHL)

  • Shortboard: $150
  • Mid-Length: $210
  • Longboard: $230

Washington DC (DCA)

  • Shortboard: $150
  • Mid-Length: $210
  • Longboard: $230

Baltimore (BWI)

  • Shortboard: $150
  • Mid-Length: $210
  • Longboard: $230

Atlanta (ATL)

  • Shortboard: $150
  • Mid-Length: $220
  • Longboard: $240

Miami (MIA)

  • Shortboard: $150
  • Mid-Length: $220
  • Longboard: $240

Orlando (MCO)

  • Shortboard: $150
  • Mid-Length: $220
  • Longboard: $240

Tampa (TPA)

  • Shortboard: $150
  • Mid-Length: $220
  • Longboard: $240

GREAT WHITE FAQS

The Great White Twin was inspired by the outline of a great white shark. Kelly Slater and Bali-based shaper Mike Woo collaborated on the design, tracing both top and bottom views of the shark's form to create the board's unique shape

The board utilizes Firewire's I-Bolic Technology with Volcanic Lamination. This construction includes:

  • 4 oz basalt layers woven into the composite skin
  • 3 mm high-density core for stability and responsiveness
  • E-Glass reinforcement for added power
  • Aerospace composite springer infused with basalt for propulsion

The Great White Twin is versatile:

  • Generates speed in weak waves
  • Maintains control in powerful conditions
  • Excels in tight turns and punchy pockets
  • Performs well in various wave sizes, from small to larger swells

The board features a twin fin setup, which combines the speed of a twin fin with the responsiveness of a thruster. It also has an elevated tail rocker for enhanced backhand maneuvers

I-Bolic Technology creates a core with three separate points of flex control, including an I-Beam down the center for unrivaled break strength. This engineering enables drive, hold, and precision, making it suitable for powerful surfing in good waves

While the board is a favorite of Kelly Slater and the Slater Designs team, it's suitable for a range of surfers. The blog post suggests that both seasoned pros and wave-hungry newbies can enjoy the Great White Twin, recommending to surf it at your performance volume or slightly more