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Crossing boundaries and seeking adventure for the ultimate wave riding experience is the paramount of life and design at stretch boards. We’re no strangers to alternative constructions, wave types and riding styles. Our family, friends and team riders delve into the kite, tow, big wave, surf, wakesurf, longboard and psycho surf venues. Throw into the mix progressive watermen like Peter Trow, Garrett Mcnamara and a host of ocean aficionados, it should come as no surprise that Stretch would ultimately get his mind wrapped around more than just your average SUP.

New for 2009, Stretch Boards is offering individually, custom shaped, hand crafted wave ripping SUP’s built in Santa Cruz, CA. Blending a multitude of eps/epoxy construction and design skill, over 30 years of board building experience, craftsmanship and hydrodynamic principles, Stretch’s SUP’s are more than just a recreational water vessel.

Stretch SUP’s are offered in two constructions:

Hand laminated fiberglass cloth and epoxy resin: $1400

Hand laminated Texalium bottom and deck with carbon fiber rail reinforcements: $1650

Both constructions include:

• 1.5 pcf density, 100% recyclable Marko EPS Foam

• 1/8” stringer

• direct size Hexcel fiberglass cloth

• Resin Research Epoxy Resin

• Future, FCS or LokBox fin system

• Custom built in Santa Cruz, CA USA

Utilizing Stretch’s design mechanisms for efficiency, performance and durability, each individual SUP is balanced with the ultimate ride in mind. Smooth entry over a continuous rocker supports up front stability and paddling ease while the complimentary tail rocker and thinner foil provides unmatched response and forgiveness when cranking turns on waves knee high or overhead.

In a world where sku #’s, catalog sizes and stamped out duplicates are the norm, shouldn’t you take in a breathe of fresh air and enjoy something unique? We all should!

Check out the ultra warm and plush Stretch Boards fleece garments available now! It’s cold outside and whether you’re getting out of the water after a frosty morning surf or grabbing a couple of drinks with your friends, you’ll be amping on the super cozy zip-up hoodie you just scored. Embroidered Stretch logo and heavy duty construction garment provide quality that will last.

Available in two styles for both men, women and juniors.

$60.00

Quilted Nylon Interior

• 10oz 80% cotton 20% polyester blend fleece on the exterior
  
• 6.5% 100% polyester lined body and hood
• 100% cotton 32 singles anti pill face yarn
  
• Hood and body panels have light polyester fill with quilting stitch
• Heavy gauge ribbing at cuffs and waistband
• Split stitch double needle sewing on all seams
• Embroidered “Stretch” logo
  

Sherpa Lined with Waffle Exterior

• 10 oz 80% cotton 20% poly blend fleece on the exterior
• NON BONDED 5.75 oz polyester sherpa liner on the
  interior
• 100% cotton 32 singles anti pill face yarn
• #5 exposed zipper, antique nickel
• Heavy gauge flat drawcord with antique nickel eyelets
• Heavy weight 1×1 ribbing at cuffs and waistband
• Split stitch double needle sewing on all seams
• Twill neck tape
• Embroidered “Stretch” logo