LOST DRIVER 3.0

The Lost Driver 3.0 is the high-performance shortboard that the entire Lost team rode to victories on the World Tour — refined over three years to be the sharpest, most capable version of the Driver yet. If you want a board that rewards commitment and unlocks your best surfing in quality waves, this is it.

WHO

The Driver 3.0 was designed for surfers who are ready to push performance shortboarding to its limit.

  • Advanced surfers who surf with power and commitment and need a board that keeps up
  • Competitive surfers looking for the same platform that qualified Cole Houshmand and Kade Matson for the World Tour
  • Experienced intermediates who have outgrown more forgiving shapes and are ready to step into a true high-performance board
  • Surfers who want a board they can grow into — one that rewards technique and improves as your surfing improves

This is a board for surfers who want to drive hard off the bottom, attack the pocket, and feel the difference a pro-level shape makes.

WHEN

The Driver 3.0 is built for waves with shape and power — the days when performance shortboarding actually comes alive. It handles waist-high to well overhead, and finds its best form when the surf has some push and the waves give you something to work with. In Hawaii, it's the board for when the ocean steps up and you want a shape that can match it. It's not a small-wave board, but it won't leave you behind on a good overhead day either — the more generous dims and forward volume mean it paddles efficiently and gets into waves earlier than its race-tuned proportions suggest.

WHAT

The Driver 3.0 is defined by a set of deliberate design moves that work together to generate speed and control in powerful surf. The tail carries more rocker than its predecessor, and the deeper double-to-single concave through the rear half converts that curve into lift and drive. The deck is scooped in the tail section, with lower, boxy rails that follow the bottom contour and engage the water cleanly on rail. A narrower hip between the feet tightens the outline for grip and stability when you're pushing hard into turns.

To balance those performance-oriented tail refinements, the board carries more width and volume in the forward section. The nose outline is slightly wider, and the foil is thicker along the stringer line — which means the paddle is strong and the wave entry is forgiving without softening any of the tail's responsiveness. The round tail is wide and confidence-inspiring under the rear foot, with just enough pull-in at the tip to hold through critical, committed surfing. PU construction gives the board the traditional flex, feel, and weight that high-performance shortboarding has been built on for decades.

DIMENSIONS

Pro Dims

Length Width Thickness Volume (L)
5'0" 17.13" 2.13" 19.15
5'1" 17.25" 2.13" 19.65
5'2" 17.38" 2.15" 20.30
5'3" 17.50" 2.18" 21.00
5'4" 17.75" 2.20" 21.80
5'5" 18.00" 2.22" 22.65
5'6" 18.18" 2.25" 23.55
5'7" 18.38" 2.30" 24.55
5'8" 18.50" 2.33" 25.55
5'9" 18.63" 2.36" 26.50
5'10" 18.75" 2.40" 27.50
5'11" 18.88" 2.44" 28.50
6'0" 19.00" 2.48" 29.50
6'1" 19.25" 2.50" 30.75
6'2" 19.38" 2.53" 31.75
6'3" 19.50" 2.56" 32.75
6'4" 19.75" 2.60" 34.00
6'6" 20.00" 2.63" 36.00

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Bro Dims

Length Width Thickness Volume (L)
5'4" 18.00" 2.28" 23.00
5'5" 18.25" 2.32" 24.00
5'6" 18.38" 2.36" 25.00
5'7" 18.63" 2.40" 26.00
5'8" 18.75" 2.44" 27.00
5'9" 19.00" 2.50" 28.40
5'10" 19.25" 2.53" 29.50
5'11" 19.38" 2.55" 30.50
6'0" 19.50" 2.60" 31.75
6'1" 19.63" 2.63" 32.75
6'2" 19.88" 2.66" 34.25
6'3" 20.13" 2.70" 35.50
6'4" 20.38" 2.75" 37.00
6'5" 20.63" 2.80" 38.50
6'6" 20.75" 2.84" 40.00

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Pro Dims are standard performance sizing. Bro Dims are slightly wider and thicker for more paddle volume and float at the same length.

CONSTRUCTION OPTION

PU (Polyurethane): Traditional polyurethane foam with polyester resin — the standard for high-performance shortboarding.

FIN CONFIGURATION

Thruster (3-fin) setup. Fins not included.

SHIPPING INFORMATION

Surfboard Shipping

We can only ship boards purchased from the shop at this time due to Cargo policy.

Due to handling requirements, surfboards are shipped with specific protocols and fees.

a. Oahu Store Pickup

HAWAII SURFBOARD SHIPPING RATES

NEIGHBOR ISLANDS:

āž¤ Alaska Air Cargo

(All Size Boards)Ā Ā - ETA Usually in two days (Boards can be picked up from the Alaska Air Cargo Airport from 7AM in the morning, a day after the board has been sent out.)

Please ensure we have your correct email address on file. Alaska Air Cargo sends pickup notifications exclusively via email; they do not provide phone alerts

NOTE ON STORAGE CHARGES

  • Stations in the states of Alaska and Hawai'i, operated by Alaska and Hawaiian Air Cargo: Storage fees will be assessed after five days, excluding weekends and holidays. Minimum charge: $40 per day
  • Stations outside of Alaska and Hawai'i, operated by Alaska and Hawaiian Air Cargo: Storage fees will be assessed after 72 hours, excluding weekends and holidays. Minimum charge: $40 per day

JAPAN SURFBOARDS SHIPPING

āž¤ Door to Door

CONTINENTAL USA: SURFBOARD SHIPPING

FedEx Door-to-Door Shipping 🚚

  • Boards up to 6'0": $75 flat rate to any Continental US address
  • Boards 6'1" to 8'0": Contact us for door-to-door quote
  • Delivery: 3-5 business days

Air Cargo Shipping (For boards over 8'0") āœˆļø

2-day delivery to major airports

Important:

  • Airport pickup required within 48 hours
  • Must show government ID for pickup
  • Let us know your travel dates - we'll time the delivery
  • Storage fees apply after 48 hours

West Coast Cities (2-day delivery)

Los Angeles (LAX)

  • Shortboard: $110
  • Mid-Length: $110
  • Longboard: $125

San Diego (SAN)

  • Shortboard: $110
  • Mid-Length: $110
  • Longboard: $125

San Francisco (SFO)

  • Shortboard: $110
  • Mid-Length: $110
  • Longboard: $125

Las Vegas (LAS)

  • Shortboard: $110
  • Mid-Length: $110
  • Longboard: $125

Portland (PDX)

  • Shortboard: $155
  • Mid-Length: $205
  • Longboard: $215

Seattle (SEA)

  • Shortboard: $110
  • Mid-Length: $110
  • Longboard: $125

Salt Lake City (SLC)

  • Shortboard: $155
  • Mid-Length: $205
  • Longboard: $215

Central & Mountain Cities (2-day delivery)

Denver (DEN)

  • Shortboard: $165
  • Mid-Length: $225
  • Longboard: $245

Chicago (ORD)

  • Shortboard: $165
  • Mid-Length: $225
  • Longboard: $245

Minneapolis (MSP)

  • Shortboard: $165
  • Mid-Length: $225
  • Longboard: $245

St. Louis (STL)

  • Shortboard: $165
  • Mid-Length: $225
  • Longboard: $245

Detroit (DTW)

  • Shortboard: $165
  • Mid-Length: $225
  • Longboard: $245

Houston (IAH)

  • Shortboard: $165
  • Mid-Length: $225
  • Longboard: $245

East Coast Cities (2-day delivery)

New York (JFK)

  • Shortboard: $110
  • Mid-Length: $110
  • Longboard: $125

Boston (BOS)

  • Shortboard: $110
  • Mid-Length: $110
  • Longboard: $125

Philadelphia (PHL)

  • Shortboard: $165
  • Mid-Length: $225
  • Longboard: $255

Washington DC (DCA)

  • Shortboard: $170
  • Mid-Length: $220
  • Longboard: $250

Baltimore (BWI)

  • Shortboard: $170
  • Mid-Length: $220
  • Longboard: $250

Atlanta (ATL)

  • Shortboard: $170
  • Mid-Length: $220
  • Longboard: $250

Miami (MIA)

  • Shortboard: $170
  • Mid-Length: $220
  • Longboard: $250

Orlando (MCO)

  • Shortboard: $170
  • Mid-Length: $220
  • Longboard: $250

Tampa (TPA)

  • Shortboard: $170
  • Mid-Length: $220
  • Longboard: $250

South Carolina (CHS) Connecting Flight via SEA

  • Shortboard: $225
  • Mid-Length: $250
  • Longboard: $325

Questions? Contact Us:

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šŸ“§ Email: sales@hawaiiansouthshore.com

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What’s the primary difference between the Driver 2.0 and Driver 3.0?

The Driver 3.0 is a meaningful evolution, not just a refresh. The 3.0 has more tail rocker, a deeper double-to-single concave through the rear half, a narrowed hip, and a scooped-out deck in the tail. These changes make it more responsive and better suited to waves with real power and shape. The 2.0 is more skatey and loose — great for a wider range of conditions. The 3.0 holds in harder and rewards surfers who commit fully to their turns. If you surfed a 2.0 and want more precision in quality surf, the 3.0 is the natural step.

Is the Driver 3.0 too advanced for me?

The Driver 3.0 is a true high-performance shortboard. It's not designed to forgive poor foot placement or lazy surfing — it wants you to drive it. That said, the dims are more generous than most WCT boards (wider nose, more forward volume, more overall float), which means experienced intermediate surfers who surf with purpose can absolutely make it work. If you're surfing performance shortboards confidently and want a board that will push your surfing forward in quality waves, the 3.0 is a legitimate choice. If you're still developing your bottom turn or surf mostly small, soft waves, a more forgiving shape will serve you better.

What skill level are these boards suited for?

Driver 2.0: Ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers seeking progression. Its design forgives minor foot placement errors while rewarding aggressive surfing.

Driver 3.0: Best for advanced surfers due to its demand for precise back-foot control and fin input. It’s less forgiving in small waves but excels in critical sections

What fins work best with these boards?

Driver 2.0: Performs well with medium-to-high rake fins (e.g., FCS II Julian Wilson Large) for drive and pivot.

Driver 3.0: Requires high-rake, performance-oriented fins to leverage its tail rocker and responsiveness. Users report improved control with stiff carbon-fiber fins

How do they handle different wave conditions?

Driver 2.0: 2–6 ft Mushy to steep waves; versatile for small-barrel entry and carves.

Driver 3.0: 4–8 ft Steep, hollow waves; thrives in powerful pockets.

What size Driver 3.0 should I ride?

Sizing the Driver 3.0 correctly depends on your current board, your volume, how you surf, and the type of waves you're surfing in Hawaii. Contact us directly and we'll help you dial it in:

When you reach out, let us know: your current board dimensions and volume, what construction you're considering, whether you primarily surf beach break or reef, how often you get in the water, and your location (this affects shipping options and helps us give you accurate delivery information).