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Have you been on the Trident?

I almost left it at Marine Products because it’s built for bigger riders. A little nudge convinced me to give it a shot.

I’m glad it did.

For me, the Trident was smooth, easy, and far more versatile than I expected.

The board I almost skipped is one I’d happily ride again. Specs tell part of the story—the ride tells the rest.

Board: 58” Trident by @phase5wakesurfers 
Rider: 5’9” | 160lbs 
Wave: S220 by @supremeboats 
Shop: @marineproducts 

#wakesurf #wakesurfboard #boardbehavior #phase5wakesurfers #wakesurfing
5
4 days ago
The Viper isn’t just an aggressive-looking pro model.

It’s a masterclass in efficiency.

Fast. Snappy. Incredibly clean.

Buckle up… I’ll be talking a lot about this one.⚡️

Board: 52” Viper by @phase5wakesurfers 
Rider: 5’9” | 160 lbs
Wave: 23 LSV by @malibuboats 
Shop: @marineproducts 

#wakesurf #phase5wakesurfers #wakesurfboard #surfstyle #boardbehavior
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8 days ago
Thin profile, Speedwall construction, and an ultra-fast base all work toward the same goal: reducing resistance so the board rotates with less effort. 

The result is the loosest-feeling skim board I’ve ridden. 

Board: 51” Osmo - Dark Matter by @ronixwakeboards 
Rider: 5’9” | 160lbs
Wave: S220 by @supremeboats 
Shop: @marineproducts 

#wakesurf #wakesurfboard #wakesurfing #boardbehavior #skimstyle
18
10 days ago
I feel so lucky I caught this moment. 

My daughter asked if she could help install the fins on a new wakesurf board.

It reminded me that the things we love are contagious.

Kids don’t usually inherit our hobbies because we tell them to.

They inherit them because they see our enthusiasm.

With Pass the Handle week kicking off, invite someone in. Share your enthusiasm. You never know what passion might stick.

#passthehandle #wakesurf #wakesurfboard #phase5wakesurfers #boardbehavior
13
13 days ago
The Oogle is the board you hand someone when you want them smiling instead of fighting the wave. 

It settles into the pocket with confidence, carries speed without the drama, and stays forgiving when your technique isn’t perfect. 

The lifted nose helps prevent pearling, the pintail keeps turns smooth, and the single fin gives it a predictable feel that builds confidence. 

Whether you’re teaching a first-timer, cruising the wave, or you’re a bigger rider looking for an easy session, the Oogle just works.

Board: Oogle by @phase5wakesurfers 
Rider: 5’9” | 160lbs
Wave: Supreme S220
Shop: @boardco 

#wakesurf #wakesurfboard #boardbehavior #wakesurfing #phase5wakesurfers
2
16 days ago
Light. Fast. Stable.

The Key V2 gives you constant feedback underfoot, making it easy to know exactly where the board is and what it’s doing. That confidence lets you ride faster and push harder.

Board: Key V2 by @phase5wakesurfers 
Signature board: @seansilveira 
Rider: 5’9” | 160lbs
Wave: Supreme S220
Shop: @marineproducts 

#wakesurf #wakesurfing #wakesurfboard #phase5wakesurfers #boardbehavior
14
18 days ago
The Space Monkey has a reputation. I expected the volume to slow it down, but I found the opposite. Learning to work with the float instead of against it completely changed how the board felt.

If you’re looking for confidence, forgiveness, and speed, this board deserves a second look.

Board: 4’4” Mōnō Space Monkey
Rider: 5’9” | 160lbs
Wave: Supreme S220

#wakesurf #wakesurfing #wakesurfboard #boardbehavior #surfstyle
2
22 days ago
Some boards demand your full attention. The Trident quietly lets you give that attention back to the wave. 

In one 20 minute session that translated into more confidence, smoother movement, and faster progression.

Board: 58” Trident by @phase5wakesurfers 
Rider: 6’ | 250lbs 
Wave: Supreme S220
Shop: @marineproducts 

#wakesurf #wakesurfboard #wakesurfing #boardbehavior #phase5wakesurfers
4
24 days ago
The Swell challenged one of my assumptions: bigger doesn’t always feel bigger. What stood out wasn’t the extra length, but how effortlessly the board carried speed while remaining surprisingly quick and responsive when pushed. 

For riders looking to build confidence without sacrificing performance, the Swell deserves a closer look.

Board: 55” Swell by @phase5wakesurfers 
Signature Board: @staciabank 
Rider: 5’9” | 160 lbs
Wave: S220 by @supremeboats 
Shop: @marineproducts 

#wakesurf #phase5 #wakesurfing #boardbehavior #wakesurfboard
2
25 days ago
I’ve spent years chasing different shapes, sizes, and designs.

What I’ve learned is that board selection is less about finding the “best” board and more about finding the board that amplifies your strengths, while helping manage your weaknesses, and encouraging progression. 

Board: 53” Phantom by @phase5wakesurfers 
Rider: 5’9” | 160lbs 
Wave: S220 by @supremeboats 
Shop: @marineproducts 

#wakesurf #wakesurfboard #wakesurfing #boardbehavior #phase5wakesurfers
3
a month ago
Shape creates behavior.

The Ahi’s long rail line engages more of the wave at once, translating into speed, drive, and confidence when taking angles that might feel uncomfortable on other boards.

Board: 53” Ahi by @phase5wakesurfers 
Rider: 5’9” | 160lbs 
Wave: S220 by @supremeboats 

#wakesurf #wakesurfboard #surfstyle #phase5wakesurfers #boardbehavior
6
a month ago
Some boards change how you ride. Others change how you see the wave.

The Phase 5 Cap’tin stretched my perspective beyond the pocket and into parts of the wave I’d never really explored. What looked oversized on the rack felt surprisingly natural on the water.

Board: 59” Cap’tin by @phase5wakesurfers 
Rider: 5’9” | 160lbs
Wave: S220 by @supremeboats 
Board Shop: @marineproducts 

#wakesurf #wakesurfboard #wakesurfing #boardbehavior #phase5wakesurfers
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a month ago
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