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 The Rocket is a full on CLASSIC FISH ecologically made fines wood and eps (see below). It has a flat rocker profile, full rails that are slightly down turned, a wide tail, deep fish in cut, a wide point 2'' forward of centre, this is the genuine article. A board of this type has a lovely LOOSE quality, and with a flat rocker making it fast, its a huge amount of fun. It will last---much longer than that Chinese knock-off! It goes great in small waves and scoots around corners with ease and speed, like a Brazilian samba dancer. Boards of this type are generally short and the 'Rocket' comes in sizes from 5'8'' to 6'2''.Some times a board without compromise has so many advantages, as the feel you get changes how you think and how you surf and it will ALSO change how you surf. These boards are works of art, there is a 4-6 week wait on most boards and we have a waiting list. Length: 5'8" Width: 21" 7/5 Thick: 2 5/8" Rails: Chestnet Skins: 1.5mm Gaboon Mahogany Core: EPS Tail: Fish Fin system: Lok box
 Wave Tribe is . . .
- self confident
- rebellious
- dislikes authority
- constantly innovating
- is living in the NOW
- very functional.
- passionate
- loves big challenges
- crazy for surf
- charismatic
- sets huge goals and can visualize the results
- is eco friendly
We also wish these things for you!
 Our 100% Guarantee is simple, if you do not like our product for any reason just send it back and we will refund your money! Dude, it really is that easy. We want you to be stoked on our products and feel so good about the money that you have spent and celebrate it in the streets like these cats in Bali. >>> Go bang on a gong because you are so happy!
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Features
- Core
The core is made from EPS (expanded polystyrene) foam. A percentage of the foam I use is made from recycled EPS and all EPS can be recycled.
Skins The top and bottom skins of the board are made from thin birch faced plywood, or veneer reinforced with glass and eco resin on the inside.
Rails
The rails of the board are made from laminating hard woods together, this provide a very strong parabolic rail. The wood I typically use is locally grown Cornish ash and oak, and occasionally Iroko.
Nose and Tail Blocks
The nose and tail of any surf board are vulnerable areas, so I use a dark hard wood such as Iroko, to provide the ding resistance needed in these areas.
Vent
I install a vent into all of my boards constructed with an EPS blank, this is to equalize any pressure build up that can occur within the board, most manufacturers don't install this as standard, even though the problem can occur with any board that is constructed using an EPS blank. Typically gas pressure differences occurs within the blank if the board is left in a hot or very cold environment or transported by air. The GORE vent that is installed is maintenance free and is fully guaranteed, and just simply needs to be replaced every 2 years by unscrewing the old one and screwing in a new one.
Board Coating
The board is constructed in such a way that it is strong enough without having to be glassed. A typical surfboard relies on a glass fiber laminated shell to provide the strength and ding resistance it needs. The combination of woods used in the construction of my boards, means that it doesn't need to be glassed, and is simply treated with multiple coats of a very durable oil based varnish that penetrates the wood giving an extremely durable finish.
Maintenance
There is very little maintenance of the board. Dings and scratches should be kept in check, scratches covered with a touch of varnish and more substantial dings repaired with glass and resin. The board doesn't need to be re-coated with varnish for years, but if there are many scratches and scrapes its fine to re-varnish the whole board. The varnish I use is a one called 'le tonkinois', which is super durable easy to use and produces a fine rich finish.
Weight
The weight of each board obviously depends on the boards size, the boards generally are surprisingly light and are pretty much the same weight as a regular polyurethane/polyester resin surfboard. You can expect a typical 6'4" to weigh 3.5kg.
Dings
Dings can happen with any board and I have written a comprehensive 'ding doctor' section to cover this topic.
Environmental Policy
Glass Tiger strives to maintain a grass roots, practical and sensible approach when tackling environmental issues. One of the key objectives is to make a product that will last, and can be maintained. My boards are designed to lasts 2 or 3 times as long as a 'regular' surfboard, which in itself is cost effective and an environmental saving. The wood I use, I buy from local timber merchants that are supplied by sustainability managed forests, and if possible the wood is locally grown, for instance the rails of my boards are typically made from Cornish hard woods. Because the board doesn't need to be glassed, this significantly reduces the amount of chemicals and man-made products involved in the process of making each board. I constantly review the materials I use, so that they are of the highest quality and have the least amount of environmental impact.
Shaper's Promise
I make boards because I'm passionate about it and I believe the boards I make are unique, well crafted and built to last. Every element of the board is carefully considered, and nothing leaves my workshop until I'm totally satisfied with it.
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