Driver
2023 Updates
- Driver template thinned out by 1/4" (Dimensions Updated)
- Black Colourway has Red Rails
- Thinner, Lower Rails
- 5'2 Model Added
The Driver is based more on a Performance Small-Wave Shortboard Template.
This makes it suitable for smaller conditions, but ensures it wouldn't be out of place if the waves turned on.
As it is still a softboard after all, we've given it just a touch of extra width and thickness to ensures it paddles well, and is easy to ride in average conditions.
It's got a relatively relaxed, although a medium nose rocker ensures it will be suitable for steeper takeoffs. The tail rocker is still quite low, to ensure it retains its speed easily, while still having enough to enhance manoeuvrability.
We've opted to use a slightly wider, Rounded Square tail to create the perfect mix of looseness, release and hold.
We've also done our best to solve the #1 problem of softboards - the rails! The Hybrid Range features an updated version of our Parabolic Rolled Rail Technology.
These are then hand shaped, allowing softer rails near the nose tapering down to a sharp, harder edged rail at the tail. Similar to regular fibreglass surfboards, it allows if to be forgiving and not catch rails up front, but gives it a bit more bite making it easier to turn off the tail.
Similarly, to a stringer it also provides extra stiffness in the board, and generally helps to increase the durability of the board.
Like name suggests, we've combined the favourable elements from both a Performance Fibreglass Boards & and Entry Level Softboard to create a selection of board that stays true to our core values of Quality, Performance and Safety.
Put simply, the construction consists of a Stringered EPS Core, wrapped in Fibreglass Cloth & Epoxy Resin, which is then encapsulated by a traditional Softboard deck skin and slick.
Detailed Construction Specs:
24kg Density Moulded EPS Core
This core provide unhindered strength and enhanced durability while retaining light weight characteristics. It also has the most buoyancy and floatation of all surfboard cores.
Stringer System
Each Hybrid Board contains a stringer which acts as a backbone to the EPS Core. In the smaller models (6'0 and below), we use a light-weight Fibreglass Stringer, while the larger sizes (6'2+) we use a Solid Bamboo Stringer for increased strength.
Internal Membrane
Each Softlite Hybrid Series board contains 3 layers of 6oz Fibreglass set with Epoxy Resin on the Deck Side. (Standard Shortboards usually 2 X 4oz or 6oz)
On the Slick side contains 1 layers of 6oz Fibreglass set with Epoxy Resin. (Standard Shortboards usually 1 X 4oz or 6oz)
External Membrane
On the deck side this is encapsulated by a 5mm IXPE Deck skin for extra strength, durability and traction.
On the slick side, this is encapsulated by a super High Density PE Slick Bottom for protection, speed and durability.
Futures Fin System
We use an industry standard Futures Fin Box. This allows quick and easy fin installation and removal.
It is compatible with all Futures Fins making it easy to change fins to suit conditions or alter board performance.
Sizing Suggestions
| Model | Dimensions | Recomended Sizing |
| Pop Stick 5'6 | 5'6" X 20" X 23/4" (36L) | Beginners up to 40kg / Experienced Riders up to 85kg |
| Pop Stick 6'0 | 6'0" X 20 7/8" X 2 1/2" (38L) | Beginners up to 45kg / Experienced Riders up to 100kg |
| Pop Stick 6'6 | 6'6" X 20 2/3" X 2 3/4" (44L) | Beginners up to 50kg / Experienced Riders of all Sizes |
| Pop Stick 7'0 | 7'0" X 21 1/3" X 2 7/8"(48L) | Beginners up to 60kg / Experienced Riders of all Sizes |
| Pop Stick 7'6 | 7'6" X 21 5/8 X 3 1/8"(55L) | Beginners up to 70kg / Experienced Riders of all Sizes |
| Pop Stick 8'0 | 8'0" X 22 5/8 X 2 7/8"(63L) | Beginners up to 80kg / Experienced Riders of all Sizes |
