Better materials means better boards
Every component we use in the manufacture of an Flick Surfboard is stronger and than those used in a typical surfboard. Our surfboards are made from 100% epoxy for maximum strength using extruded polystyrene foam blanks for lightness. At Flick we use an epoxy resin from the USA, especially formulated to balance tensile strength, flexibility, hardness, impact strength and non toxicity. It is 4 times stronger and tougher than polyester resin. Strength in resin resists breakage and toughness resists dings. Our fiberglass cloth come s from France, we use 6oz + 6oz on the deck and 6oz on the bottom for Ze-Epoxy surfboards. The materials are slightly different in our Honey Comb sandwich construction (used in custom Orders) where a NERO Cross link Honey Comb cloth is sandwiched in between the fiberglass cloth used on the deck. In all our boards the natural wood stringers used are one of the highest strength to weight ratio stringer materials available. This results in stiff, light, strong, ding resistant boards that maintain flex characteristics, appearance and performance.
Our boards are tougher, lighter and more durable… period.

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Shaping
We don't make "pop out" or molded boards. Each Flick board is hand-shaped by experts. With 30,000 boards under his belt, Our master Shaper Bonny Chang started shaping boards in IBARAKI and HITACHI/Japan in the early 70's and built his first factory in 1979. Till this day he still is very involved in the surfboard factory and has trained many shapers to continue his legacy. Our standard shapes are roughed out on a duplicating machine run by a human, not a computer. The duplicating only assures that the rocker and outline are true, so every board ends up with the shape our test riders have carefully refined through continuous surfer/shaper communication and feed back. Finish shapers then fine-tune the bottom, rail’s and foil for optimum performance and flow.

All Flick Surfboards are Custom boards, they are all made completely by hand, starting from the rectangular block of foam.

Performance
Epoxy boards don't surf quite like regular fiberglass boards. Our manufacturer is one of few in the market currently making epoxy boards with wood stringers. This allows our boards to flex more like traditional polyester resin boards, so you get all the strength and durability of epoxy, with all the feel of a regular polyester resin board. Our careful combination of superior materials lets us make stronger boards that perform better.
Epoxy is the wave of the future!

Fins
Our boards come complete with patented DFS (Detachable Fin System) composite fins. DFS fins are reasonably priced and come in shapes, sizes and flex to work well in all conditions. Our DFS fin boxes also accommodate other Fins on the market. i.e. FCS and other after-market brands.

Care
Epoxy boards need the same care and attention you would give any other board. The sun is damaging to all surfboards. To protect your Flick board keep it in a reflective board bag, and don't lock it up in a hot car. Any ding should be fixed as soon as possible, just like you should for any type of surfboard. Repairs can be done by a local glass shop, just remind them to use epoxy resin in accordance with its use and handling instructions. Do not attempt to repair the board with polyester resin, the polyester resin will dissolve the extruded polystyrene foam. Our D’ix Ding Fix Travel repair kits are available from our distributors or online.
Prolonged exposure to heat and sunlight yellow all surfboards over time and should be avoided. Yellowing in polyester boards is caused by a breakdown of the foam and resin. But as our epoxy resin yellows, it actually continues to cure and becomes stronger, though somewhat less attractive. Any board will pressure dent under your feet; particularly short boards that are glassed super light. However, Flick boards will not delaminate under the dents and won't lose strength in that area. With normal use these boards are going to stay in great shape and perform well for many year’s. Great resell value as well!

Environment
Flick is committed to causing the least amount of damage to the natural environment in manufacturing our surfboards. We do all we can to reduce the impact of making our surfboards, but in the end the biggest step in achieving a greener board is gained by making the best quality product that gives satisfaction in every way and lasts as long as possible.