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A great shortboard doesn't just fit your surfing — it fits the waves you actually surf. Whether you're chasing punchy beach break barrels, hunting down open-face walls at a point break, or just trying to make the most of a two-foot swell before work, the right board makes every session better. That's why we stock a range of shortboards from the shapers who are genuinely pushing performance surfing forward.

Channel Islands, Pyzel, JS Industries, Firewire, Lost Mayhem, and Sharpeye all have a home here at Welcome Boardstore, and each brand brings something different to the rack. The Pyzel Ghost — the board John John Florence rode to his 2017 World Title — is one of the most versatile high-performance shortboards ever made, equally at home at reef breaks, point breaks, and dumpy beachies when the swell is pumping. If you're after something built for smaller, faster waves, the Pyzel Red Tiger was designed around JJF's brief of "make it fast and fun" and excels in the 2–4ft range. The JS Xero Gravity is another standout — voted Australian Board of the Year back-to-back, it's the kind of everyday board that makes average conditions feel a lot better than they are.

For surfers who want performance without sacrificing paddle power, the JS Xero Fusion Easy Rider and the Sharpeye HV High Volume range are worth a serious look. Both hide foam in all the right places so you get the float and wave-catching of a bigger board with the feel of something much more performance-oriented. On the other end of the spectrum, the Sharpeye #77+ — based on two-time World Champion Filipe Toledo's pro model — is built for surfers who want to push hard in serious overhead surf.

We're an Australian surf shop and we know the breaks our customers are surfing. Melbourne surfers are out at Torquay, Jan Juc, Bells Beach, and the exposed reef breaks along the Surf Coast, where a board with a bit of rocker and reliable hold makes a real difference. Sydney surfers are working with everything from the punchy beach break peaks at Manly and Maroubra to the longer walls at Cronulla — conditions that reward a well-rounded everyday shortboard that can handle both power and playfulness.

Not sure which model suits your weight, height, or the waves you're surfing most? Get in touch and we'll help you narrow it down.

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FAQ's

How do I choose the right shortboard for my surfing level?

It comes down to your weight, height, skill level, and the waves you surf most. Beginners and intermediate surfers generally benefit from a board with more volume, a flatter rocker, and a forgiving outline — something like the JS Xero Fusion Easy Rider or the Sharpeye Disco II, which are designed to be user-friendly without sacrificing performance. Advanced surfers can go narrower and lower in volume for more responsiveness. If you're unsure, a good rule of thumb is to start with a board that's slightly more volume than you think you need — you can always go down from there.

What's the difference between a step-up and an everyday shortboard?

An everyday shortboard is designed for the conditions you surf most — typically 2–5ft, average to good quality waves. It's your go-to board that handles a wide range of situations without being too specialised. A step-up is shaped for bigger, more powerful surf — think 6ft and above — where you need more length, a narrower outline, and a higher rocker to handle the speed and hold of larger waves. The Pyzel Ghost and Sharpeye #77+ are good examples of boards that lean toward step-up territory, while the JS Xero Gravity and Channel Islands Happy Everyday sit firmly in the everyday shortboard category.

What size shortboard should I ride?

Shortboard sizing depends on your weight, fitness, and the waves you're surfing. As a starting point, most surfers ride a board somewhere between their chin height and an inch or two over their head. Volume (measured in litres) is often a more useful guide than length — a surfer weighing around 70kg typically rides somewhere between 26–30L depending on their skill level and wave preference. Team riders like Griffin Colapinto (75kg) ride the Lost Driver 3.0 at 5'11" and 28.5–29.5L, while Julian Wilson (80kg) rides the JS Xero Gravity at 5'10" and 28.6L. These are useful reference points, but if you want a personalised recommendation, reach out and we'll help.

Do shortboards come with fins included?

Most shortboards are sold as board-only and do not include fins. You'll need to purchase fins separately that match your board's fin system — either FCS II or Futures. Some boards, like the Firewire S-Boss, are recommended to be ridden as a quad with a specific fin template (the KS1), while others like the Sharpeye Inferno 72 are designed as thrusters. If you're not sure which fins to pair with your new board, we stock a full range of FCS and Futures fins and can help you find the right match.