The production boards are made so well now that there is very few custom boards or a reason for custom boards now, unless one is competing at the highest level of wave sailing, slalom riding, trick competition, or racing.

Boards are generally made from epoxy, but have layers of specialty materials such as carbon fiber and divinicel to make them light and strong. Very few are made of fiberglass and polyester any more.

Most beginner boards are made of polyurethane or other tough hardened plastics that provide high duability for the novice while learning. They will have a plain texturized deck or a neoprene deck for grip and stability.

There are a number of manufactures out there making entry level boards. Some work, some don't work so well. We have chosen the Hi Fly brand simply because they work and work well for our environment.