Light. Lively. Made for Summer.
The Surfboard Trading Co. Summer Wind Paulownia EPS surfboard is built to make small, summer surf genuinely fun. Inspired by those classic East Coast summer sessions, it comes alive in thigh-to-chest-high waves, turning even the mushiest beach break into a playful, all-day session. A lightweight epoxy construction pairs a flat rocker for easy speed with a double concave bottom for control and flow, while a flatter, rounder outline gives the board its loose, skatey feel. The versatile five-fin setup lets you run it as a thruster or quad so that you can dial in the right configuration for the day's conditions.
This all-around summer surfboard is for surfers who want real performance over a foam top or single fin. The larger sizes give beginners a forgiving, responsive board to progress on, while seasoned surfers will love how lively it feels on small days. This board is built with a premium EPS core and Paulownia wood — the strongest strength-to-weight ratio of any wood species in the world, and one of the fastest-growing hardwoods. The Summer Wind Paulownia EPS surfboard is a light, durable, and eco-conscious addition to any quiver.
Key Features
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Lightweight Epoxy Build: A premium EPS core keeps the board light yet tough enough for everyday summer surf.
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Paulownia Wood Construction: Offers the best strength-to-weight ratio of any wood species, sourced from one of the fastest-growing, most sustainable hardwoods.
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Flat Rocker for Speed: Generates and holds speed through small, slow, locally generated waves.
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Double Concave Bottom: Adds control and smooth flow for those thigh- to chest-high days.
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Loose, Skatey Outline: A flatter, rounder shape delivers a playful, responsive ride.
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Versatile Five-Fin Setup: Switch between thruster and quad configurations to match any conditions.
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Progression-Friendly Sizing: Larger sizes give beginners a forgiving platform to build skills with confidence.
Specifications
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Construction: EPS Paulownia Matte (epoxy)
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Core: Premium EPS
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Wood: Paulownia
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Rocker: Flat
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Bottom Contour: Double concave
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Outline: Flatter, rounder, skatey
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Fin Setup: Five-fin (thruster or quad compatible)
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Ideal Conditions: Thigh- to chest-high summer surf
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Skill Level: Beginner to advanced
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Available Sizes:
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5'3 x 21 1/4 x 2.25 – 30.9L
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5'5 x 21 3/4 x 2 1/2 – 33L
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5'7 x 22 1/8 x 2 5/8 – 36.2L
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5'9 x 22 3/8 x 2 3/4 – 39.1L
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5'11 x 22 5/8 x 2 7/8 – 42.6L
Frequently Asked Questions
What size Summer Wind surfboard should I choose?
Pick your size based on weight, experience, and the conditions you surf most. Smaller sizes (5'3–5'7) suit lighter or more experienced surfers wanting a snappy, skatey feel, while larger sizes (5'9–5'11) give more float and stability — ideal for beginners or anyone progressing on small summer waves.
Is the Summer Wind Paulownia EPS surfboard good for beginners?
Yes. The larger sizes are forgiving and responsive, giving newer surfers an easy-to-paddle, confidence-building platform — without the dead feel of a foam top.
What fin setup works best?
We like the Summer Wind as a thruster or quad, depending on conditions. The five-fin setup lets you experiment: thruster for more drive and control, quad for extra speed and looseness in smaller surf.
What conditions is this board designed for?
The Summer Wind Paulownia EPS surfboard is built for small, playful summer surf — think thigh- to chest-high waves and mushy beach-break days. The flat rocker and double concave keep it fast and lively when the swell is small.
What is the board made of, and is it eco-friendly?
The Summer Wind uses a premium EPS core wrapped in Paulownia wood, which has the highest strength-to-weight ratio of any wood and is one of the fastest-growing hardwoods on the planet — a lighter, more sustainable choice that's built to last.
