SmoothStar Manta Ray Surf Skate

The 35.5” Manta Ray is suited to surfers that are 6ft or taller 183cm – 193cm. This model has excellent drive and hold through deep drawn-out bottom turns. Surfers with weight over 80kg will feel the board hold without sliding out. The deck has the same concave as the 32.5” & 34” models. There is extra width on the back tail to accommodate bigger sized feet.
The new 35.5” Manta Ray is suited to ”surf dads” or taller surfers over 6ft 183cm that have a wider surf stance.
We’ve made a board that has excellent drive and hold through the deepest bottom turns and tightest top turns. It has a contour deck shape with more width on the tail so you can push down hard through the turn. The front foot area is also wider again for pushing hard for carving driveways or small skate bowls.
The new Manta Ray has new Sky Blue SmoothStar wheels which are 2mm wider and 4mm thicker than SmoothStar Stingray wheels. More rubber connected to the asphalt means the bigger guys have more hold through the turns.

Choosing the right size Board

Height

Height is the most important element when selecting a SmoothStar as it reflects the rider’s natural surf stance. At all times, your SmoothStar should mirror your exact surf stance. This ensures a seamless transition from training on land with your SmoothStar to surfing in the water. A narrower surf stance causes the rider to fall off, ”bog rail”, or accidentally slide out on their SmoothStar/surfboard. A stance that is too wide will result in the rider being less manoeuvrable on their surfboard or SmoothStar.

Weight

Weight is the secondary element which is factored into the SmoothStar recommendation guide. It is the wheels of the SmoothStar that accommodate a rider’s weight. In most situations, the rider’s height correlates with a rider’s weight. For example, the taller you are, typically the heavier you will be.

Board:
Barracuda 30”
Riders Height:
+ 155cm
Weight:
25kg to 50kg

Board: Flying Fish 32”
Riders Height:
153cm – 170cm or 5ft – 5’7”
Weight:
40kg – 75kg

Board:
Johanne Defay 32.5”
Riders Height:
160cm – 181cm or 5’3” – 5’11”
Weight:
55kg – 95kg

Board:
Holy Toledo 33
Riders Height:
162cm – 183cm or 5’4” – 6’0”
Weight:
55kg – 85kg

Board:
Toledo #77 34”
Riders Height:
168cm – 186cm or 5’5” – 6’1”
Weight:
60kg – 95kg

Board:
Manta Ray 35.5”
Riders Height:
180cm – 193cm or 5’11” – 6’4”
Weight:
70kg – 100kg

Board:
Dolphin Cruiser 39”
Riders Height:
182cm – 203cm or 6’0” – 6’8”
Weight:
85kg – 120kg

Style: 35.5MANTA