The Spectre is our modern mid-length — built for clean waist-to-head surf where you want glide, paddle, and dynamic turns in one board.
WHAT IT WANTS
Clean, shaped waves — waist-high to shoulder-high with some push. Soft-breaking points, beach breaks with a rideable face, reefs on a mellow day. The mid-length wants a face to draw turns on, not just a peak to drop into.
SKILL LEVEL
For intermediate-to-advanced surfers who want glide and paddle without giving up turning ability. Shortboarders transitioning up for paddle; longboarders transitioning down for turns.
WHAT IT'S NOT
Not a hollow-reef shortboard — when the surf gets steep and heavy, the Innuendo or a step-up handles it better. Not a pure traditional log either — if you want trim-and-cross-step-only rides, a traditional longboard is more tuned for that.
BUILD DETAILS
Build overview — rocker profile, rail shapes, fin positions. Hover any zone for the per-section call-outs.
THE DESIGN
Medium entry rocker gives real paddle and an easy drop into soft-breaking waves; a high exit rocker keeps the tail lively off the top. Under the board, the flow reads belly nose into a single concave through the middle, then vee panels through the tail — the belly lets the front of the board hand off rail-to-rail without catching, the single concave loads the lead foot and drives through the belly of a wave, and the vee tail releases cleanly out of turns and rolls the board rail-to-rail at mid-length speeds.
THE RAILS
60/40 rails through the midsection — forgiving at mid-length speeds (faster than a log, slower than a shortboard) without losing bite when you lay the board on rail.
+ Not sure which size? Calculate your volume
Volumes are starting points, not rulebooks. Conditions, stance, and style all shift the math.
STOCK DIMENSIONS
Stock dimensions are where we start. Customers tweak width, thickness, and volume to match where they surf and how they ride. Talk to Blake about any adjustments you'd like to make — he'll help you dial in a board with your riding preferences in mind.
| Length | Width | Thickness | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7'0" | 21.00" | 2.63" | 45.6L |
| 7'1" | 21.06" | 2.69" | 46.9L |
| 7'2" | 21.19" | 2.69" | 48.1L |
| 7'3" | 21.25" | 2.75" | 49.5L |
| 7'4" | 21.31" | 2.75" | 50.8L |
| 7'5" | 21.44" | 2.81" | 52.2L |
| 7'6" | 21.50" | 2.81" | 53.6L |
| 7'7" | 21.56" | 2.88" | 55.0L |
| 7'8" | 21.69" | 2.88" | 56.4L |
| 7'9" | 21.75" | 2.94" | 57.9L |
| 7'10" | 21.81" | 2.94" | 59.3L |
| 7'11" | 21.94" | 3.00" | 60.8L |
| 8'0" | 22.00" | 3.00" | 62.1L |
| 8'2" | 22.19" | 3.06" | 65.2L |
| 8'4" | 22.31" | 3.13" | 68.4L |
| 8'6" | 22.50" | 3.19" | 71.6L |
+ How to think about dims
Length. Mid-lengths want length to work — 7'2"–7'8" is the heart of this catalog. Longer = more rail line, more paddle, more drawn-out turns. Shorter = quicker rail-to-rail, tighter in the pocket. Mid-length riders come from two directions: shortboarders sizing up for paddle, longboarders sizing down for turns.
Width. Mid-lengths run wider than shortboards through the middle. Narrower within the mid-length range = holds a line in clean, fast points. Wider = more paddle on softer days, more stable.
Thickness / volume. More volume = more paddle and more margin. Less volume = sensitive underfoot; turns feel crisper. Mid-length riders span a wider volume range than shortboarders because the background matters — shortboarder transitioning up may want 45–55L; longboarder transitioning down may want 55–65L.
Between sizes? Size up in volume for glide and paddle; size down in length (not volume) for tighter turns.
Don't see your size? Message Blake
FIN SETUP
Spectre ships with 3 fin boxes total — a center single-fin box plus two Futures side boxes. You only run ONE config at a time, never all three. Choose twin-only for skate, speed, and looser pivot; or single-only for classic mid-length glide and trim. The same box layout supports both. Reference shape: Ryan Lovelace's mid-lengths — twin-or-single is the same playbook he runs on shapes like the Rabbit's Foot.
Need help picking between rake and pivot fin templates for the single, or modern keel vs upright twin for the twin setup? Read the fin guide, then start a conversation — Blake's happy to talk through what's going to match your riding before you lock the build.
Recommended Fins
Spectre runs as a 2+1 (large center fin + side bites) or pure single-fin. Either way, the center fin does the trim work — pick a drawn-out template that holds long lines through power. Pivot-leaning side bites (when running 2+1) keep direction changes crisp.
Greenough 4-A
9"· VolanMid-Length Single / Mid-Rake
The classic mid-length single-fin pick. Drawn-out template that holds long trim lines and adds pivot through the front foot when you weight it.
Shop True Ames →
Skip Frye
9.25"· Solid FiberglassSingle / Rake-Leaning
Skip Frye's template balances drive and glide — slightly more area than the 4-A for trim speed on fattier walls.
Shop True Ames →
C-Drive Apex
Medium / Large / Large· ApexDrive / Trim
NVS's C-Drive cluster — hand-foiled fiberglass tuned for drive through the trim phase. Strong choice for 2+1 mid-lengths that want a center fin with character.
Shop NVS →Not sure which fin template is right for you? Rake, area, flex, and construction all change how a board feels.
Read the Complete Fin Guide →RAKE SPECTRUM
Where each recommended fin sits between drawn-out rake (heavier arcs, more hold) and tight pivot (vertical release, modern shortboard turning). Mid-rake (neutral) is the balanced default.
Drawn-out arcs. Power, hold, drive through long-line turns.
Balanced — drive plus pivot release. The everyday HPSB default.
Tight, vertical release. Modern shortboard pivot off the top.
- FCS IICustom — message Blakerake-leaning
- FuturesCustom — message Blakerake-leaning
True AmesGreenough 4-Amid-rake (neutral)
True AmesSkip Fryerake-leaning
NVSC-Drive Apexmid-rake (neutral)
On a mid-length, the spectrum reads: rake = drive and hold through the trim phase; mid-rake = a more pivoty mid-length feel. Pivot-leaning fins are typically used on smaller-side bites in 2+1 setups.
WHAT TO PICK
Mid-lengths default to rake-leaning to mid-rake — the design is built for trim speed and clean drawn-out turns. Lean rake for traditional 2+1 setups and longer trim lines; lean mid-rake when the model wants a touch more pivot off the top. Per-fin picks for this model are coming — message Blake for current recommendations.
SPECS REFERENCE
Full Build Specifications
Stock dimensions, rocker, bottom contour, rail profile, fin positions, recommended fins by brand, and shaper notes for shapers and partner shops.
AVAILABLE IN THE SHOP
Ready to ride. Stop by San Clemente or message us to claim one — they move fast.
CONSTRUCTION & PRICING
Starting at $850 + tax
Every Spectre is built to order in San Clemente. Pick a finish tier below; customize further in the next section.
Clear Resin Sanded
4-6 weeks
Functional finish, fastest turnaround. PU blank, polyester resin, sanded off the lam.
Resin Tint Sanded
6-8 weeks
Color both sides of the board in the lam, then sand it smooth.
Tint Gloss + Polish
8-10 weeks
Top-tier finish. Resin tint plus a gloss coat polished to show-quality.
Foam + Resin options
Customize your build
AESTHETIC
STRUCTURAL
TAIL VARIANTS
25% deposit today, balance due on completion. Timeline reflects current queue — confirmed on order.
Boards we've built
Recent customer builds — every Spectre dialed to the rider.
1082204AT — Blake Hudson (7'4 Olive Chartreuse Green)
1092204AT (7'6 Yellow Deck Navy Bottom G+P)
1352209AT (7'0 Yellow-Green)
1362209AT (7'0 Steel Blue)
1372209AT — Ryan Bundy (7'1 Opaque Blue)
1382209AT — Brittany Ruble (7'1 Purple)
1392209AT — Cyrus Mann (7'2 Burnt Orange)
1402209AT — David Veszpeller (7'2 Olive Green)
1412209AT (7'3 Steel Blue)
1422209AT — Mike Eley (7'3 Chartreuse)
1432209AT (7'0 Yellow G+P)
1442209AT (7'0 Brown Tan)
1452209AT — Alex Dunn (says 143 and 7'0 but it's 7'2) (7'0 Orange G+P)
1462209AT (7'2 Yellow-Orange)
1472209AT (7'4 Blue G+P) (SAYS 150)
1482209AT — Jim Schwarz (7'4 Blue)
1492209AT (7'5 Red G+P)
1502209AT (7'5 Blue Deck Red Bottom G+P)
2532201SR — (7'2 Blue Psalm 69)
3072207NR — Clay Johnsen (7'3 Blue G+P Sign)
3292228NR — Jeff Cann (6'8 Green Yellow G+P)
3302228NR — Aaron Potter (7'0 clear simple)
3822320MH — Vaughn Family (7'0 Blue)
3852320MH — Dario Cubric (7'6 Clear Simple)
4072315JE (7'2 Blue G+P Jett Art)
4082320JE — Giacomo Castellano (7'2 Dark Red)
4142301JLY — Pierce Andrews (7'0 Navy Blue)
4242327AT — Treven Goldsmith (7'5 Teal G+P)
452225AL — (7'2 Clear Simple)
4672404AR — Chase Jenson (7'6)
472225AL — Martin Williams (7’8 Green)
482225AL (7'10 Beige)
822203JE — Katelyn Hall (7'4 Green)
GO DEEPER
Every construction call links to a full guide. Start with the essentials:
Board Details Checklist
Everything we need from you to begin your custom build.
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Foam & Resin Types
Understanding the materials that make up your board's core and shell.
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Fins — A Complete Guide
Single fins to thrusters, base systems, sizing by weight + wave, and how to pick across True Ames, NVS, Futures, and FCS.
Learn more →
Gloss + Polish vs Sanded Finish
The final touch that defines how your board looks and feels.
Learn more →
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What kind of waves is the Spectre built for?
Clean waist-to-head surf with shape — soft-breaking points, beach breaks with a rideable face, reefs on a mellow day. The mid-length wants a face to draw turns on, not just a peak to drop into. Not tuned for dead-flat mush (a wider/flatter groveler will plane earlier) or hollow-reef heavy surf (a shortboard or step-up holds better).
Who is the Spectre for?
Intermediate-to-advanced surfers who want glide and paddle without giving up turning ability. We see two customer paths: shortboarders sizing up for paddle and softer-wave performance, and longboarders sizing down for turns without losing glide. If you fall into either group, the mid-length category is probably worth trying; the Spectre is where we'd start.
What fin setup does the Spectre ride?
2+1 stock — a single center fin (standard 10" box) plus two smaller Futures side bites for stability and drive. Pull the side plugs and ride single-only for a more traditional mid-length feel; the same box layout supports both. We don't offer thruster, quad, or twin configurations on this shape — the vee-panel tail geometry is tuned around 2+1 / single.
How should I size the Spectre?
Mid-length sizing depends on what you're coming from. Shortboarders transitioning up: keep your shortboard volume, add 1'0"–1'6" of length. Longboarders transitioning down: drop ~10–15L of volume from your log and land in the 50–55L range. Between sizes? Size up in volume for softer waves, down in length for tighter turns.
What's the turnaround time?
4–6 weeks on a clear-sanded build, 6–8 weeks on gloss-and-polish, 8–10 weeks on tint-sanded. All turnaround reflects current queue — timeline confirms when you place the order. Lock your slot with a 25% deposit.
Can I change the tail shape?
Yes. Mid-length customers commonly pick their tail from round, round-pin, squash, or pulled-in squash — each rides slightly differently. No upcharge between options. Blake will help you pick based on how you ride.
How is the Spectre different from a longboard?
A longboard (Fantasma, Black Pearl, Lunada) is built around trim, noseriding, and long-line glide — typically 9'0"+ length, single-fin primary, fraction-inch W/T conventions, no volume measurement shown. The Spectre is shorter (7'0"–8'6"), turns more sharply thanks to high exit rocker + vee tail, and runs a 2+1 setup. Think of it as a performance mid-length, not a short longboard.
Can I demo a Spectre before ordering?
We don't run a formal demo program — every board is built to order — but we sometimes have a Spectre in the shop inventory. Check `/shop/in-stock` or message Blake if you want to see what's currently available. Custom orders are the main path; clearance inventory is the fastest way to get on the shape and decide if a custom build makes sense.
EXPLORE THE LINEUP
Innuendo
shortboard
Salt Burn
twin fin
Spectre
mid length
Fantasma
longboard
Scorpio
shortboard
Talisman (Mini Gun)
gun
Dutchman
glider
Rage
wake surf
2nd to None
shortboard
Suds
twin fin
Esplanade
mid length
Black Pearl
longboard
Talisman (Step Up)
shortboard
Talisman (Gun)
gun
Wake Surf #2
wake surf
Gumball
shortboard
Revenant
twin fin
Sea Bottom
shortboard
Lunada
longboard
Five Horizons
shortboard
Pin Twin
twin fin
Whip-Stitch
mid length
Big Joe
longboard
Wanted
shortboard
Duppy
twin fin
Serenata
mid length
Legacy
longboard
Gold
shortboard
Lucid
twin fin
Hiatus
mid length
Magic Carpet
longboard
Moon Shine
shortboard
Boomerang
twin fin
Apparition
shortboard
Half-Moon
twin fin
Bang!
shortboard
Aardvark
twin fin
Lasso
shortboard
Acid-Drop
twin fin
Popsicle Stick
shortboard
Big Buoy
shortboard
COMPLETE THE QUIVER
“Surf Everyday” means a board for every condition. Your Spectre covers waist-high to shoulder-high— here's what rounds out the quiver.
Esplanade— Mid-Length
Sister mid-length in the Lundquist line — different rocker, foil, and outline character. See the Esplanade page for the full breakdown.
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Whip-Stitch— Mid-Length
Sister mid-length in the Lundquist line — different rocker, foil, and outline character. See the Whip-Stitch page for the full breakdown.
Learn more →
Serenata— Mid-Length
Sister mid-length in the Lundquist line — different rocker, foil, and outline character. See the Serenata page for the full breakdown.
Learn more →
Building a quiver around the Spectre? Start a conversation — we'll build the right boards for how and where you actually surf.
More boards live in the website catalog than at the shop. Visits are by appointment — text or call (949) 750-5067 to look at boards in person or start a custom build.
READY TO START?
Built to order in San Clemente — 4–6 weeks on a clear-sanded build, 6–8 weeks on tint-sanded, 8–10 weeks on gloss and polish. Lock your slot with a 25% deposit.
Shop: 106 W Mariposa Unit B, San Clemente, CA 92672
By appointment · 8am–8pm daily · (949) 750-5067