Custom surfboards

Having a custom balsa surfboards means more than just catching waves in style.

Having a custom balsa surfboard offers several advantages that can contribute to a more enjoyable and personalized surfing experience.

Two handmade balsa surfboards standing on coastal rocks in Bali

Benefits

Here are some reasons why it's great to have a custom balsa surfboard:

✅️ Eco-Friendly Materials

Balsa wood is a renewable resource and we source it from sustainable farming in Indonesia

✅️Unique Design and Shape

Custom balsa surfboards are handcrafted, allowing for unique designs and shapes tailored to your specific surfing preferences.

✅ Artistic Expression

.Balsa surfboards are often considered works of art and surfers can choose not only the performance aspects but also the aesthetic elements, such as colour, graphics, and finishes.

✅ Lightweight Construction

Balsa wood is inherently lightweight, contributing to a lighter overall surfboard.

Craftsman shaping a handmade balsa surfboard with an electric planer

How to create a custom surfboard with Kayu?

Step 1 - Select your blank

Choose the right Kayu balsa blank to customize.

Step 2 - Customize your board

You can choose the Size, Railing, Rocker, Fin setup, Tail and Artwork. Our consultants can also advise you on the right choices appropriate for your height, weight and surfing style.

Step 3 - Shape your board

The team will constantly update you on the progress and send real-time pictures. On request, you can attend a Shaping Workshop with one of our amazing shapers.