nudie boards handcrafts solid walnut pintail with engraved graphic

nudie boards handcrafts solid walnut pintail with engraved graphic
all images courtesy of nudie boards

nudie boards was conceived almost twenty years ago after a eye-opening day of boarding on what had began as a surfing trip. founded by two faithful skaters, known simply as nic and alby, each deck is handmade in their home shops in surrey and cornwall, england. their works are simple and modern, with a pinpoint focus on whats truly important: riding.

paris’ 180mm V2 trucks with 1/4” spacers 

the newest board to come out of the shop is a 37” long, 9” wide pintail made of solid walnut. stunningly grained and always wonderful to look at, nudie boards has been itching to make something that showcases the wood’s qualities. it was decided that the board would be an homage, and pays respects to the first handmade, hardwood surfboards that came out of ancient hawaii.

detail, top engraved graphic 

a top graphic was designed and laser-etched directly into the deck. wild waves spray and slam across the entire surface, a perfect compliment to the heavy 70’s aesthetic. but just because it looks retro, doesn’t mean it has to ride that way. as usual, nudie slapped on some wonderful components, including 180mm V2s from paris truck co., seismic’s 69mm hotspot defcon wheels in mango, and the always reliable super reds bearings from bones. 

walnut grain close up 

each board is hot-stamped with nudie’s logo 

set up 

natural grain 

close up of wild wave design 

pintail

contoured deck provides a nice dose of flex and plenty of strength

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