Dick Van Straalen Flying Fish Surfboard

Dick Van Straalen is a renowned surfboard shaper from Australia who has been designing and shaping surfboards for over 50 years. One of his most famous creations is the Flying Fish surfboard.

The Flying Fish surfboard is a fish surfboard that is designed for intermediate to advanced surfers who want a board that can handle a variety of conditions. The board is named after the way it glides over the water like a flying fish, and it is known for its speed and maneuverability.

The board features a unique design that incorporates a concave bottom, which creates lift and reduces drag. This allows the board to generate speed quickly and maintain it throughout a ride. The board also features a relatively pulled in swallow tail (in comparison to his Wasp and Hydro Hull designs), which provides extra control and pivot in turns. and allows for smooth transitions from rail to rail.

The Flying Fish surfboard is  made from lightweight fiberglass, 2 x 6oz glassing  This makes the board highly durable and resistant to damage from waves and impacts. The Flying Fish also has glassed in keel fins.

Overall, the Flying Fish surfboard is a popular choice for surfers who want a high-performance board that can handle a variety of conditions. Its unique design and superior performance have made it a favorite among surfers around the world, and it has helped to establish Dick Van Straalen as one of the most innovative and respected surfboard shapers in the industry.

NOTE: The Flying fish in the 5'8 has been ridden a handful of times, and is in as close to brand new condition as it can be with out being brand new. This is the reason of the extremely great price on the board. There are a couple of blemishes on each fin, a couple of small dents / compressions that can not be picked up by photo. Score a great deal on a board that is usually $1300 RRP