Retro-Inspired Fun Meets Modern Versatility
The Flying Saucer is a creative, progressive surfboard built for pure fun and radical expression. Designed to be ridden 3"–6" shorter than your standard shortboard, this model boasts a wide and full outline, flat deck, and chunky full rails—delivering maximum volume and paddle power in a compact shape. It's a modern nod to the experimental shapes of the late '80s and early '90s, with a performance twist that keeps it current and adaptable.
With a low entry rocker and a slight flip in the tail, the Flying Saucer accelerates with ease and maintains speed through flatter sections, while still offering the release needed for snappy turns. The bottom contour features a slight single-to-double concave fading into a vee off the tail, allowing for smooth rail-to-rail transitions and reliable hold.
Its double-winged wide squash tail enhances maneuverability and adds drive, especially when paired with the right fin setup. Fin versatility is one of the board’s standout traits—it performs well in multiple configurations. A quad with a nubster center fin is a top choice for speed and pivot, while the Timmy Patterson TP-3 six-fin set provides everything you need for experimenting between quad, tri, and 5-fin setups on a whim.
Originally designed with Christian Fletcher’s progressive style in mind, the Flying Saucer is all about creative freedom—making it a fantastic option for surfers who want to break away from traditional performance shortboards.
Pros:
Wide outline and flat deck provide excellent paddle power and speed
Double-wing squash tail enhances control and turning radius
Super versatile fin options (quad, tri, 5-fin) support different styles
Great in small to medium waves; ideal for progressive, skate-style surfing
Fun, fast, and forgiving—excellent choice for pushing boundaries
Cons:
Not ideal for steep or hollow waves due to the fuller rails and wide tail
May feel too skatey or loose for surfers used to more refined shortboards
Summary:
The Flying Saucer is built for creative surfing in everyday waves. Whether you're throwing tail, flowing through sections, or just looking to have more fun on smaller days, this board delivers. It's fast, buoyant, and loose underfoot, yet refined enough to hold a line when it matters. A great choice for surfers of all levels looking to tap into retro roots with modern performance built in.