{"product_id":"primo-all-around-longboard-surfboard-tide","title":"PRIMO All-Around Longboard Surfboard - Tide - Ships 10\/6\/26","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 56.25% 0 0 0; position: relative;\"\u003e\u003ciframe style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" title=\"PrimoFinal\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/1038371816?badge=0\u0026amp;autopause=0\u0026amp;player_id=0\u0026amp;app_id=58479\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ePRIMO is a versatile longboard surfboard\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for surfers who want classic longboard glide and noseriding ability with added maneuverability and control. Its balanced outline, slightly narrower nose, 50\/50 rails, flat bottom, and continuous rocker create a longboard that paddles easily, catches waves early, and feels comfortable across a wide range of everyday conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PRIMO earns its name as one of the finest-crafted boards in the Surfboard Trading Co. lineup, combining \u003cstrong\u003eflawless glassing, timeless styling, and dependable performance\u003c\/strong\u003e. If Just The Tip is our show pony, \u003cstrong\u003ethe PRIMO is the dependable workhorse—ready to perform in just about any condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared with a dedicated noserider, the PRIMO uses a slightly more aggressive rail and narrower nose to improve maneuverability and help the board transition more easily through turns. The result is a traditional-feeling longboard that still allows the surfer to move around the wave rather than simply trim down the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA spooned nose and flat bottom maintain the glide and stability you expect from a classic longboard while supporting controlled time on the nose. A slight entry rocker and continuous rocker provide forgiveness through late takeoffs and changing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're trimming, noseriding, drawing smooth lines, or navigating less-than-perfect surf, the PRIMO is designed to be a \u003cstrong\u003edependable everyday longboard you can keep in your quiver for years.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBEST FOR\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beginner to Advanced\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Everyday longboarding, trimming, noseriding, and smooth turns\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small surf through everyday longboard conditions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSurfing Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, classic, flowing, and versatile\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBoard Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional \/ All-Around Longboard\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRails:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50\/50\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Contour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat Bottom \/ Spooned Nose\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRocker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slight Entry \/ Continuous Rocker\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e EPS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gloss\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVolume:\u003c\/strong\u003e 74.5L–85.3L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWHY THE PRIMO WORKS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBALANCED, SYMMETRICAL OUTLINE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PRIMO uses a balanced, more symmetrical longboard outline designed to provide stability and glide without making the board feel cumbersome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts slightly narrower nose improves maneuverability compared with a wider, more dedicated noserider. This allows the board to transition more smoothly through turns, navigate choppier conditions, and fit more naturally into tighter sections of the wave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a longboard that feels at home trimming down the line but isn't limited to one style of surfing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e50\/50 RAILS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic \u003cstrong\u003e50\/50 rails\u003c\/strong\u003e give the PRIMO the smooth, flowing feel associated with traditional longboarding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rail profile helps the board transition predictably from rail to rail while maintaining the forgiving characteristics that make longboards so enjoyable to surf. Compared with Just The Tip, the PRIMO's slightly more aggressive rail design contributes to a more responsive feel when turning and changing direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSPOONED NOSE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PRIMO's spooned nose is designed to complement its traditional longboard characteristics and provide additional control when moving forward on the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombined with the board's length, volume, and flat bottom, the nose design supports smooth trimming and controlled noseriding while maintaining the versatility needed for everyday surfing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFLAT BOTTOM\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA flat bottom keeps the PRIMO efficient and predictable through the water, helping generate the effortless glide that makes traditional longboards so effective in smaller surf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat efficiency translates into \u003cstrong\u003eeasy paddling, early wave entry, and speed through softer sections\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing surfers to make the most of everyday conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSLIGHT ENTRY ROCKER\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA slight entry rocker provides additional forgiveness when entering waves while maintaining the paddle efficiency and glide expected from a traditional longboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt helps the PRIMO handle steeper or later takeoffs without sacrificing the smooth, easy wave-catching characteristics that define the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCONTINUOUS ROCKER\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PRIMO's continuous rocker creates a smooth curve through the board, helping it transition naturally through turns and fit into the changing shape of a wave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombined with its balanced outline, the rocker helps make the PRIMO more user-friendly and adaptable when conditions aren't perfectly clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEPS GLOSS CONSTRUCTION\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PRIMO is built using \u003cstrong\u003eEPS construction with a gloss finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a board that combines lightweight performance with the polished appearance of a traditionally finished longboard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe attention to glassing and finish is a major part of what separates the PRIMO within the Surfboard Trading Co. lineup. It's designed to look every bit as good under your arm as it feels under your feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSINGLE FIN SETUP\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PRIMO features a \u003cstrong\u003eclassic single fin setup\u003c\/strong\u003e, complementing its smooth, flowing approach to longboarding while allowing surfers to tune the board's feel through fin selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a \u003cstrong\u003emore maneuverable and responsive ride\u003c\/strong\u003e, we recommend a narrower single fin with less surface area. The reduced area allows the board to transition through turns more freely and complements the PRIMO's slightly narrower nose and refined outline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer \u003cstrong\u003esmooth cruising, added stability, and more time on the nose\u003c\/strong\u003e, choose a wider single fin with greater surface area. The additional hold helps stabilize the board while trimming and noseriding, giving the PRIMO a more traditional longboard feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePRIMO SIZES\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eWidth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eThickness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eVolume\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9'2\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22 7\/8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e74.5L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e9'6\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23 1\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 1\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e85.3L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e9'2\" — 74.5L\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e9'2\" PRIMO\u003c\/strong\u003e is the more maneuverable option in the lineup. At 74.5L, it still provides substantial paddle power, stability, and glide while keeping the overall package slightly more responsive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the 9'2\" if you want a traditional longboard feel but place a greater priority on \u003cstrong\u003eturning, maneuverability, and moving around the wave\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e9'6\" — 85.3L\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e9'6\" PRIMO\u003c\/strong\u003e maximizes the board's paddle power, glide, stability, and traditional longboard feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 85.3L, the additional length and volume make it easier to generate paddle speed, enter waves early, and maintain momentum through softer sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the 9'6\" if you prioritize \u003cstrong\u003eglide, stability, wave catching, and noseriding\u003c\/strong\u003e while still wanting the PRIMO's versatile approach to longboarding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBUILT TO BE YOUR EVERYDAY LONGBOARD\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome longboards excel at one specific style of surfing. The PRIMO was designed to be the board you reach for when you don't know exactly what the waves are going to give you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has the paddle power and glide to make small days fun, the traditional characteristics needed for trimming and noseriding, and enough maneuverability to keep surfing interesting when the waves offer more opportunity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe PRIMO isn't intended to be a specialty longboard. It's intended to be the longboard you actually surf.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePRIMO FAQ\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the PRIMO a good all-around longboard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The PRIMO is specifically designed as a versatile, all-around longboard. Its combination of easy paddling, glide, stability, noseriding ability, and maneuverability allows it to perform across a broad range of everyday longboard conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the PRIMO good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The PRIMO's generous volume, longboard length, stable outline, and easy paddling characteristics make it a forgiving option for newer surfers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e9'6\" at 85.3L\u003c\/strong\u003e provides the greatest stability and paddle power of the two sizes, while more experienced surfers can take advantage of the PRIMO's refined rails, rocker, and maneuverability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the PRIMO a noserider?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PRIMO is capable of noseriding, but it isn't designed exclusively as a dedicated noserider. Its spooned nose, flat bottom, and traditional longboard characteristics support time on the nose, while its narrower nose and more versatile outline provide greater maneuverability around the wave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor surfers who want to combine \u003cstrong\u003enoseriding, trimming, and turning rather than focusing exclusively on nose time\u003c\/strong\u003e, the PRIMO offers a more all-around approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the PRIMO and Just The Tip?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJust The Tip is the more dedicated traditional noserider, while the PRIMO is the more versatile everyday longboard.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PRIMO uses a slightly narrower nose, more symmetrical outline, and slightly more aggressive rail to improve maneuverability and make the board more adaptable to changing or choppy conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003cstrong\u003eJust The Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e if traditional noseriding and classic style are your primary goals. Choose the \u003cstrong\u003ePRIMO\u003c\/strong\u003e if you want classic longboard characteristics with greater all-around versatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the PRIMO easy to paddle?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. With lengths of \u003cstrong\u003e9'2\" and 9'6\" and volumes of 74.5L and 85.3L\u003c\/strong\u003e, the PRIMO provides substantial paddle power. Its flat bottom and longboard outline help the board glide efficiently through the water and enter waves early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the PRIMO good for small waves?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The PRIMO's paddle power, volume, flat bottom, and efficient glide make it particularly well suited to smaller surf. It can enter waves early and maintain speed through softer sections where lower-volume boards may struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich PRIMO size should I choose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the \u003cstrong\u003e9'2\" — 74.5L\u003c\/strong\u003e if you want the more maneuverable and responsive PRIMO while still getting plenty of longboard paddle power and stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the \u003cstrong\u003e9'6\" — 85.3L\u003c\/strong\u003e if you prioritize maximum glide, stability, paddle power, early wave entry, and noseriding ability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the PRIMO good for bigger surfers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The PRIMO is a high-volume longboard, with \u003cstrong\u003e74.5L in the 9'2\" and 85.3L in the 9'6\"\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 9'6\" in particular provides substantial flotation, paddle power, and stability for surfers who benefit from additional volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the PRIMO good for older surfers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PRIMO can be an excellent choice for surfers who prioritize paddle efficiency, stability, and wave count. Its generous volume and longboard length reduce the effort required to generate paddle speed and help surfers enter waves earlier, while its refined outline maintains enough maneuverability for engaging longboard surfing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the 9'2\" and 9'6\" PRIMO?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e9'2\" is the more maneuverable option\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the \u003cstrong\u003e9'6\" prioritizes maximum glide, stability, and paddle power\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth share the same fundamental PRIMO design philosophy, so the decision largely comes down to whether you prioritize responsiveness or maximum longboard glide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the PRIMO be my only longboard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor many surfers, absolutely. That's one of the primary reasons the PRIMO exists. Rather than specializing exclusively in noseriding or performance longboarding, it balances \u003cstrong\u003epaddle power, glide, stability, noseriding, and maneuverability\u003c\/strong\u003e to create a dependable board for a broad range of everyday conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLooking for a different longboard feel? 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