The Channel Island NeckBeard 3 is an evolution of an already legendary model, refined thanks to the collaboration between Britt Merrick and Dane Reynolds. While the original NeckBeard was already an epic board, they felt that a few subtle adjustments could make it even better, and the results were clear, as seen in Dane's new film "The Electric Acid Surfboard Test."
One of the main changes was the removal of the Vee in the bottom, at Dane’s request, leaving it with a single concave throughout the board. This improved wave entry speed, control in fast sections, and overall maneuverability. Additionally, they widened the tail area by 1/2 inch and added a slight hip to increase responsiveness and agility in turns.
In the 3.0 version, they only adjusted the tail, rounding out its signature square block. This change makes the board, already ideal for fast, aerial turns, even more versatile by offering smoother transitions in the pocket and buttery turns on the wave face. It also improves hold and confidence in the barrel.
The NeckBeard 3 is mainly set up as a tri-fin, but it can also be used as a quad with its five-fin system, providing versatility and options for different surf conditions.
PU Construction:
Channel Island surfboards are made by Al Merrick in the Olatu factory, in the Basque country. Olatu owns the brand Pukas and builds for two big ones: Lost and Al Merrick. Polyurethane foam core, Silmar polyester resin and Hexcel fiberglass. Great finishing and exceptional expertise.
