F1 Round Pin Surfboard

Key Advantages

🏆 World Championship Proven - Yago Dora's 2025 world title weapon, winning Trestles on an essentially unproven prototype and cementing the dominance of this modern shape

⚡ Julian Wilson's Legacy Updated - Based on the original AKU file from Julian Wilson's magic Lowers "Clown" board (2010-2011), blended with modern Driver 3.0 elements for the ultimate high-performance round pin

🌊 Built for Powerful Waves - Deep single to double concave with round pin tail delivers extra bite, speed, and lift through all types of turns, from carves to bottom turns

🎯 Progressive Design Refinements - Set back more than the Driver 3.0 with narrower nose, more hip in the outline, thicker centerline with vee deck, and boxy tail rails for enhanced grip and control

🏄 Team Rider Tested - Cole Houshmand rode the updated F-1 to strong finishes in El Salvador and Lowers before winning the Brazil WCT event, beating Griffin Colapinto in the final

Perfect For You If:

✓ You're an aggressive rider who pushes your board to the limit in powerful, hollow waves

✓ You surf overhead waves and need maximum control and flow for progressive surfing

✓ You want a board built for head-high and bigger waves with push—quality surf at spots like Pipeline, Sunset Beach, and Rocky Point

✓ You're looking to clean up your style, return to fundamentals, and build on them with another level of progression

✓ You appreciate world tour-proven performance designed for the type of surfing used in Hawaii

Technology Behind the Magic

The Lost Formula-1 represents Matt Biolos' modern evolution of Julian Wilson's F1 model from 2010-2011—the board Julian used to dominate the world tour. This updated version blends the proven F1 template with modern Driver 3.0 elements, resulting in the latest high-performance round pin from Lost.

Design Innovation:

Round pin shortboards have been a staple of every power surfer's quiver for more than 40 years. Ever since Simon Anderson unveiled his thruster design at pumping Bells Beach in 1981, this tail shape has been the go-to for powerful carves and control in hollow or larger waves—exactly the type of surfing used in Hawaii.

The Formula-1 is set back more than the Driver 3.0 in both outline and rail-line rocker, with a narrower nose at 12" and 24" and the wide point positioned further back with more hip in the outline. This progressive outline is blended with a noticeably deeper single to double concave bottom contour that runs all the way through the rear fin, generating more speed and lift.

The concave setup works with the round pin tail to create a more pronounced rail-line curve under the rear foot and through the fins, delivering extra bite through all types of turns and enabling precise, tight-radius turns. The fairly thick centerline with vee deck tapers to rails that are slightly more full and forgiving than the Driver 3.0, while the thin tail block features boxy rails for improved grip and hold in critical sections.

Added nose rocker ahead of the front foot helps with late drops in steep waves, while slightly reduced tail rocker maintains speed. The result is instant speed, lively lift, and very fast driving turns that initiate from the front foot with a precise, sharp finish under the back foot.

Performance Characteristics:

The progressive outline blended with the deep single to double concave bottom contour generates added drive and speed throughout the entire bottom. The concave setup works with the round pin tail to create a pronounced rail-line curve under the rear foot, delivering extra bite through all types of turns—from carves to bottom turns to tight-radius pocket turns.

The thick centerline with vee deck provides extra volume while tapered rails deliver control and maneuverability. Added nose rocker helps with late drops in steep waves, while reduced tail rocker maintains speed through sections. The thin tail block with boxy rails provides extra grip and hold in critical conditions.

This board provides control and flow for aggressive riders who are pushing their boards to the limit in powerful waves. It's designed to clean up your style and bring you back to the fundamentals—and then build on them with another level of progression.

Pro dims

Bro dims — higher volume option for surfers who want more paddle and float at similar lengths

What Is a PU Surfboard?

Classic Feel. Trusted Build. Time-Tested Performance.

A PU surfboard, short for polyurethane, refers to a surfboard shaped from a polyurethane foam core and laminated with fiberglass cloth using polyester resin. This construction has been the gold standard for decades and remains a favorite among surfers who value that classic board feel. Lost Surfboards and many other leading shapers still use PU for its balanced performance, durability, and smooth flex pattern—especially in everyday conditions and bigger, choppier waves.

Even with the rise of lighter epoxy builds, PU remains a solid go-to for those who want predictable, powerful performance underfoot. Whether you're carving up solid reef breaks or chasing the feel of your first board, PU construction delivers.

Key Characteristics of PU Surfboards

• PU foam combined with fiberglass and polyester resin creates a forgiving flex pattern. This provides a smoother rail-to-rail transition that feels “buttery” and comfortable—especially appreciated in more critical or textured wave conditions.
• PU boards tend to be heavier than EPS/Epoxy models, which many surfers appreciate for added drive and momentum down the line. This weight also helps the board handle well in windy or choppy surf.
• Dings? No big deal. PU/poly boards are easy to repair at home or by any surf shop, with widely available materials and lower costs compared to epoxy builds.
• Most traditional shortboards and performance boards—including many from Lost, Channel Islands, and Pyzel—were originally designed around PU blanks. That legacy continues with refined shapes and reliable performance today.
  

When Should You Choose a PU Surfboard?

A PU board is often the best option if:

• classic surf feel with smooth drive and power.
• overhead surf, reef breaks, or textured ocean conditions.
• a bit of extra weight underfoot for better control on the face.

PU constructions are ideal for surfers who prioritize control and consistency over lightweight responsiveness. From seasoned shortboarders to everyday surfers riding waves across Hawaii, PU boards continue to be a trusted option for a reason.

Why We Still Love PU

At Hawaiian South Shore, we believe there’s no “one-size-fits-all” when it comes to boards—but PU surfboards hold a unique place in surf culture. They’re the go-to choice for reliable performance, time-tested in waves around the world, and especially dialed for Hawaii’s variable conditions.

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:

➤ Alaska Air Cargo

(All Size Boards)  - 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

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