Special T sizing depends on your weight, skill level, the conditions you surf most, and how you want to ride it. Lighter surfers and more progressive riders often lean toward the 8'0" or 8'6", while heavier surfers or those who want maximum glide and paddle power go for the 9'3", 9'6", or 9'9". The right answer depends on the full picture, so contact us directly and we'll help you dial it in:

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When you reach out, include your current board dimensions and volume, how you want to ride the Special T (more traditional noseriding or more all-around surfing), the type of breaks you surf most (beach break, reef break, point break), how often you surf, and your location — location affects shipping options and helps us give you accurate delivery information.

It's built primarily as a noserider, and that's what it does best. The flat rocker, wide nose, scoop nose concave, and wooden nosecap are all designed to stabilize and reward stepping to the tip. What separates it from a pure traditional log is that Dan Mann gave it a tucked edge in the tail and an extra tail flip, which means you can still draw a turn and get the back end to respond when the wave opens up. Compared to a modern performance longboard like a high-performance thruster log, the Special T trades sharp rail response for classic glide and trim. Compared to a heavy traditional log, it's lighter, livelier, and easier to paddle and carry. If your priority is style, noseriding, and smooth flow, this is a board that was designed exactly for you.

Both work, and the setup you choose changes how the board surfs. Taylor Jensen's approach is to run a single fin in smaller, cleaner conditions for traditional trim and noseriding — the pure classic feel — and to add the two side bites for a 2+1 setup when the surf picks up and you want more drive and hold through turns off the tail. A lot of Special T owners switch configurations based on the day. Single fin when the waves are mellow and you want to step forward and cruise, 2+1 when the surf has more size or push and you want the extra bite off the back foot. The board is built to work well in either setup.

The Special T combines the timeless elegance of traditional designs with the performance needs of modern surfers.

It incorporates features like soft 50/50 rails for a smooth ride, a scoop nose concave for enhanced noseriding, an extra tail flip for maneuverability, and a relaxed nose entry rocker to improve tip riding.

Helium Core Technology combines lightweight materials with structural ingenuity for a responsive and speedy experience.

It includes a lightweight EPS core for buoyancy and maneuverability, an I-beam stringer for strength and adaptability to wave conditions, and Paulownia and Balsa rails for controlled flex and better speed generation

TimberTek construction represents a significant step forward towards the holy grail of any product designed and manufactured in today's environmentally conscious world.

Firewire's TimberTek has by far one of the least toxic and smallest carbon footprints of any commercially available surfboard today.

The Special T is perfect for surfers who appreciate the classic style of traditional longboarding but also desire modern performance enhancements.

It's an excellent choice for those who enjoy noseriding and want a board that can handle a variety of wave conditions with ease, suitable for both seasoned longboarders and newcomers

The Special T excels in beach breaks and softer waves, offering a great balance of ease-of-wave-catching and ride stability.

Its design is tailored for smooth, flowing longboarding, making it ideal for surfers looking to enjoy elegant trims and stylish maneuvers