Black Atlantic is now offering polyurethane high density (HD) stringer construction from Millennium Foam for 2018!

Unlike traditional stringer boards that use a variety of wood, this blank uses a high density foam for the stringer.  The HD construction gives the board a bit more of an over-all even flex without being “too flexy” like some of the new era epoxy stringerless boards feel. The high density foam gives a good balance for those who like the stiffness of a wood stringer, but want a more lively feeling board without over flexing.

Cisco Kidd Model shaped with high density foam stringer. Black Atlantic Surfboards 2018

Construction is the same on the HD stringer boards, however instead of the standard 4/4+4 lamination schedule that is typically used on shortboards, we instead do a 4oz bottom with a layer of 3.2oz double bias and 4oz for the deck. The finished product is a board that has a balanced linear flex, stays light weight, and has a lively performance feel in the water.

Construction of the HD stringer blank with a layer of 4oz and 3.2 double bias cloth on the deck.

Cisco Kidd Model shaped with high density foam stringer blank.

At this time, we will only be offering select shortboard and hybrid models in 3/4″ width and in black only for production, with the option to customize foam color (using pre-existing available colors) at a later date.

Look for our HD stringer boards arriving in select surf shops soon!

To place an order for a custom, please contact us.