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The Rusty New Traveler is a finely tuned step-up board designed to bridge the gap between the original Traveler and the Blackbird. Developed for trips to Indo and other warm-water destinations with hollow, powerful waves, it’s the perfect knifey step-up for head high to double overhead surf on pumping beach breaks and steep, hollow reefs.
The New Traveler features a narrower nose combined with increased overall rocker and leaner rails, delivering sharper control and a more responsive feel. Its wide point sits just behind center, helping balance speed and maneuverability. The bottom contour includes a light single to double concave, flowing into a slight rounded vee in the last few inches of the tail, which smooths out turns and facilitates effortless rail-to-rail transitions.
Simple, clean, and performance-driven, the New Traveler is a precise tool designed to excel in powerful, critical surf.
Pros:
Narrower nose and lean rails enhance control and responsiveness.
More rocker suits steeper, hollow waves and critical sections.
Light single to double concave with rounded vee tail aids smooth, flowing turns.
Versatile in head high to double overhead beach breaks and reef breaks.
Cons:
Not ideal for smaller, weaker surf.
Narrower nose may feel less forgiving for surfers used to fuller shapes.
Summary:
The Rusty New Traveler is a sharp, performance-focused step-up board built for steep, hollow waves in warm water destinations. With its refined rocker, lean rails, and effective bottom contours, it delivers clean, smooth, and powerful turns from takeoff to exit. Simple in design but high in performance, the New Traveler is a reliable choice for surfers tackling head high to double overhead surf where precision matters.