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Born from a high-energy collaboration between Britt Merrick and the ever-stoked Gudauskas brothers, the G Skate is a hybrid shortboard with a twist of rebellion and creativity. Designed to bring fun, flair, and freedom to everyday waves, this board blurs the lines between retro glide and high-performance attack—skatey when you want it, precise when you need it.
The foundation of the G Skate is built on a shortened rail line—5" shorter than a standard shortboard, paired with a forward wide point, low entry rocker, and light single to double concave. This combo gives the board instant speed and lift, helping you stay on top of the water even in weaker surf. But this isn't just a groveler—it’s been refined with contemporary shortboard rails and curves that allow for crisp snaps, fast transitions, and true control, even in solid waves.
Its signature swallow tail enhances release and drive, while the versatile 2 + 1 fin setup (twin plus trailer) delivers a unique feel—fast and loose like a twinny, but with the stability of a thruster. Whether you're drawing classic lines, launching airs, or laying into turns, the G Skate adapts. You can also throw in a standard thruster set for a more traditional high-performance feel.
The G Skate was designed to bring joy back to everyday surfing—and it does exactly that. It shines in anything from waist-high dribblers to head-high walls, making it a go-to for those looking to spice up their quiver without sacrificing capability.
Pros:
Fun + Performance: Skates through weaker surf yet holds in quality waves.
Incredible Versatility: Can be ridden as a 2 + 1 or thruster depending on your mood or conditions.
Quick, Skatey Feel: Shorter rail and wide point forward keep it lively and responsive.
Perfect Utility Board: Sits beautifully between a small-wave groveler and a high-performance shorty.
Cons:
Not a True Groveler: While it handles weak surf well, there are better options for knee-high mush.
Alternative Feel May Take Getting Used To: Especially for surfers used to standard thruster boards.
Final Verdict:
The G Skate brings creativity and pure stoke back to performance surfing. It’s fun, fast, and full of personality—just like the Gudauskas brothers who inspired it. If you're looking for a board that bridges progressive shortboarding with playful expression, the G Skate will quickly become your new favorite ride. An everyday utility board with soul, speed, and style.
