Surftech Surfboards Aipa Wrecking Ball Fusion HD Futures

The Wrecking Ball is a bold and experimental shortboard design that originates from a concept Ben Aipa worked on back in 1977. Known for pushing the boundaries of board shaping, Ben created a unique design that features a full nose and a wide outline in the front half of the board. This distinctive shape flows into the famous Aipa wing located near the back third of the board, where the outline curves sharply before meeting a multi-pronged, experimental tail. This unconventional design packs a lot of volume into a compact form, resulting in a board that offers extra float, faster paddling, and an "unsinkable" feel—even in flat or weak waves.

Ben’s son, Duke Aipa, has updated this classic shape with modern high-performance features. The board's bottom contours transition from a rolled nose to a single concave in the middle, then to a double concave under the fins, and finally a vee out the tail. This setup enhances speed, control, and responsiveness, giving the Wrecking Ball an ability to glide effortlessly through waves while also enabling tight turns and fast direction changes.

The quad fin setup amplifies the Wrecking Ball’s down-the-line drive, allowing surfers to control the incredible speed this board generates. The result is a high-performance super groveler—a shortboard that excels in small, mushy surf but still delivers speed, power, and control. Blending classic Aipa innovation with contemporary design, the Wrecking Ball is perfect for surfers looking for a fast, versatile board that can tear through sections and handle a variety of conditions without compromise.