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The Pyzel Precious, the third installment in the Velocity Project series, is a thoughtfully engineered "one-board quiver" designed to thrive in a wide variety of waves and conditions. Born from the success of the Gremlin and fine-tuned through extensive testing by Jai Glindeman, Taro Watanabe, and other team riders, the Precious balances fun, paddle power, and performance in a travel-ready package.
At the heart of its design is a step-deck with a concave deck, allowing the Precious to pack in volume without sacrificing sensitive, high-performance rails. This not only enhances paddling and drive but also adds a touch of stability and responsiveness underfoot.
The board’s outline is more streamlined than the Gremlin, with a slightly narrower, sleeker profile that still retains the planing speed and glide through flat sections. A flatter entry rocker ensures easy wave entry and fast down-the-line acceleration, while the tail features just enough curve to maintain responsiveness and control. The **bottom contour—single to double concave with a generous V off the tailblock—**helps the board transition fluidly from rail to rail and stay lively at high speeds.
Versatile in fin setups, the Precious can be ridden as a thruster, quad, or 2+1 depending on wave type and rider preference. Its unique blend of Funformance DNA and streamlined refinements makes it a top contender for anyone seeking a dependable, travel-friendly performance board.
Pros:
Concave step-deck design maintains foam while offering performance-focused rails and added sensitivity.
Fast and versatile: Planes easily in weaker waves but handles speed and power with control.
Travel-ready: Truly built to perform in a wide variety of conditions, from junky beach breaks to reeling point waves.
Paddle-friendly yet responsive: Great acceleration and flow, with high-performance turning.
Multiple fin options: Works well as a thruster, quad, or 2+1 setup.
Cons:
Concave deck may not suit every rider’s taste—some may prefer a flatter feel underfoot.
Less chunk and width than the Gremlin may make it less ideal for absolute beginners.
Summary:
The Precious lives up to its name—a versatile, refined shortboard that handles a range of surf from average to solid with surprising grace. Combining the speed and fun of the Gremlin with a sleeker outline and concave step-deck, it delivers paddle power, drive, and performance all in one stylish, travel-worthy package. Ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers looking for a “one board to rule them all” solution.
