Informasjon
This is a 6'2 x 19 7/8 x 2 9/16 (33.58L)
We have it ordered in PU/HeavyGlassing/FullColoursTint/Futures
This shape is a mix of thirds to me: 1/3 things I’ve known, 1/3 things I thought Rasta would prefer, and 1/3 total experimentation.
The outline is a balanced and sleek narrow swallowtail geared as a balanced hybrid performance fish, based on some older curves of mine, updated for this project.
It’s low, flowing rocker is designed to provide planing speed, but the complex bottom shape takes that into a different dimension, offering multiple rocker lines nose to tail: the rail rocker delivers a smooth, continuous line for power and flow in turns, while a distinct kink and release behind the fin, caused by the channel exit, adds some release and punch. Meanwhile, the center-line rocker is lower in the front for maintaining paddle speed, transitioning into an accelerating curve in the back for dynamic roll and looseness underfoot.
Flanking the channel is a wide, flat plane for a responsive, skating feel, while the narrow central vee under your back foot adds control. It’s a radical blend of opposing design philosophies, giving you speed, power, and versatility all in one board.
I've decided the switch up the scaling for this model - in an effort to expand and contract the exact same board for different weight-class humans, instead of each size being a different variation, I've scaled it inch by inch via Shaped 3D between 5'8" and 6'3" to try to duplicate the EXACT board on a sliding scale.
Available sizes are:
-5'7 x 18 3/16 x 2 3/8 (25.6L)
-5'8 x 18 9/16 x 2 7/16 (27.13L)
-5'9 x 18 13/16 x 2 7/16 (28.03L)
-5'10 x 19 x 2 1/2 (29.19L) - RASTA'S
-5'11 x 19 1/4 x 2 1/2 (30.36L)
-6' x 19 7/16" x 2 9/16 (31.33L)
-6'1 x 19 11/16 x 2 9/16 (32.44L)
-6'2 x 19 7/8 x 2 9/16 (33.58L)
-6'3 x 20 1/8 x 2 5'8 (34.75L)
-6'4 x 20 5/8 x 2 11/16 (37.3L)
Produsent
Lovelace Designs
How we use the machine
Technology achieves some things very well, and removes too much of the human element of others; In the context or surfing and Lovemachine, the replication of specific surfboards and the ability to re-make them with reliability is my chosen focal point; I believe it is the best use of technology with respect to this very special culture and tradition that we are a part of.
Surf culture is shrouded in images of shapers with big silver planers in hand-shaping all of their boards, but since the late 90's thats rarely been an honest representation. From a shaper standpoint, until we clearly define and honestly communicate what we are doing, we can't offer an honest product to the world.
Designing surfboards by computer full-stop or scaling a design broadly up and down can be useful, but not without some consequence that I'm uncomfortable with. In the hydrodynamic sense, when we scale by over 10% in one direction or the other the design and the way the water flows over it is fundamentally altered and considerable changes must be made. In the human sense, I want some variation in my approach to a different size board; my goals for a 7'6 and a 6'6 of the same 'model' are different and take a different approach to design.
The hand shaping process for me means creative freedom and the opportunity to express years of experience in a surfboard for someone; it's a unique experience that nets a unique product and takes decades to master. Hand and machine shaping are two different processes and should be held in their own regard. There is no more debate over which is better - it should be a discussion on how they are different and how we can utilize both methods best.
Hand shaping surfboards for the past 18 years has given me my worldview, time to think, ways to connect with surfers and builders all over; it is an undeniably special process that I’ll never let go of in my custom work.
Using modern technology to replicate some of those boards allows Lovemachine to recreate those favorite boards under a unique umbrella, all over the world. The goal is to deliver these designs with complete transparency and sincerity, while allowing my hand shaping practice to remain totally intact and true.
I hope theres something here that fills a hole in your quiver here or that you’ve been wanting to try out - and if not you can always connect with me for a custom hand shape!
-Ryan Lovelace
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Preorders
The 'Pedestrian Ship' was born for the 2024 STAB magazine Electric Acid Surfboard Test with Dave Rastovich. I was thrilled to be invited to participate again, and when I found out Dave was this year’s surfer, I put on my thinking cap (though it might have malfunctioned a bit!) This board was the result, and to my surprise, Mr. Rasta chose it as the winner. I can’t even put into words what it means to win this year’s test, especially since Dave has been such a huge influence on my work for nearly 20 years. I flew to Australia the week of the premiere, where I 3D-scanned Rasta's board in person to replicate it for you all here.
Pre-orders are open now, with options for multiple constructions including the Acid Test spec. with Flax & EPS, as well as everything in between.
1 week to set order, 5 weeks production line, 1 week shipping.
Contact us, from order set to delivery in Norway aprox 7 weeks
