G-4.E [everything]
Over time, the original derivative of this board, the “Groveler IV.p”
became so fine-tuned that it grew up, left home and has started a new
life of it’s own. The new G-4.E has undergone little tweaks to the
rocker here and there, to the point that this design has become so
versatile that it is not fair to call it a groveler any more….it
generates tons of speed in small waves, but it also works so good in
good waves. It is the all-arounder that works the best in the widest
variety of performance surfing conditions. If you need to get just one
performance board to see you through, this is the one to get.
Product Specs:
Dimensions: 6'1" x 18 1/2" x 2 1/4"
Tail Shape: thumb tail
Construction: Proxy custom Flexible Epoxy
Fins: comes with Future Fins
THE PROXY
Proctor Custom Flexible Epoxy version 2.0
- Stronger than before, lighter than before, with an even more responsive/ longer lasting flex memory -
Made from materials designed for the highest performance surfing
possible – utilizes specific flex patterns to increase the board’s
torque through turns.
Stronger than the molded boards (i.e. Boardworks, Surftech, etc…)
Lighter than traditional p/u boards (polyurethane)
Custom designed…no pop-outs.
Now with unlimited custom graphics options.
The Proxy….definition. – Custom epoxy surfboard that matches the
flex and performance advantages of a polyester board with strength that
surpasses the molded pop-out boards.
This is our latest development in the flexible epoxy series.
We begin with an ultra-lightweight epoxy “fusion Core” for the shaped
blank - a uniquely formulated eps that has been fused under higher
pressures to achieve greater compression strength and less ‘worm holes’
(i.e open pores typical with standard eps foams. These open pores, or
worm holes add unnecessary weight due to water or resin absorption into
the blank.) The “Fusion Core” does not suck in water, or bubble or
delaminate over time like other custom epoxy core materials are prone
to do.
I custom shape and design each board on the DSD surfboard cad design program.
This allows me to use my most proven shapes to further customize the
perfect board for each surfer. Through personal discussion and
interaction, I am able to determine each surfers’ height, weight,
experience, the type of waves they surf, and the direction they want to
take their surfing. I have always believed that plain old communication
is an integral part of the design process.
The glassing is done with premium grade S-glass (the best fiberglass
for yielding the highest strength-to-weight surfboards). Strategically
placed flex points, or hinges are added at this stage as well. We are
offering two performance enhancing upgrades to the new PROXY line….I’m
calling this the Titanium Series. Upgrades include: (1) reinforced
carbon-hinge flex tail and/ or (2) Kevlar deck compression patch.
The epoxy resin used in the process is also uniquely formulated to
have more elongation, or flex than is typically characteristic of most
epoxies. This is very important to how a board rides.
The best surfboards flex and recoil back out of turns…..
they flex lengthwise as well as side-to-side along the board….this
is the “spring”, the “life” that you feel in a magic board. No matter
how great the shape of a board may be, you kill it if you build it so
it rides stiff and rigid.
Each board is made from start to finish here in our Ventura factory.
This allows me and the Proctor Surfboards crew to ensure that the
highest level of attention and quality is put into every board.
It’s perfect….it’s a perfect board….
I still have never caught a rail on this thing.
It’s fast. It’s epic. I can do anything I want and it doesn’t catch a rail.
I can tell you’re a perfectionist when you shape a board,
because every board I’ve had from you has been perfect.
Danny Estes, 5′11″, 175 lb., Ventura, CA
6′1″ x 18 1/2″ x 2 1/4″ Groveler IV.p [performance rocker]
Hi Charissa and Todd,
I surfed all weekend and the board was simply unreal. I had two really great surf sessions. The proxy epoxy G4e just feels so good when I paddle and simply incredible when riding. I changed up the tri fins and quads set up and just amazing.
I'm selling two of my old boards, so I can't to wait to get lil rascal 2 for summer. I have the order form that Todd wrote out for me. I'll probably do this sometime soon.
You two are truly a Blessing and happy to have met you both!!
Thank you Jesus!! I'll be keeping in touch.
Blessings,
Ron T, San Diego, CA
Custom Proxy Epoxy Titanium Series Upgrade Option 1.0: Kevlar Compression Patch &
Option 2.0: Carbon-Hinged Flex Tail
G-4.E: 6′6″ x 19 3/4″ x 2 9/16″ rounded squash tail
5 fin install
I hope you have this board saved on the computer because it’s insane. I just got outta the water at the Strand and the board’s super fast, and as soon as I wanna lay it over on rail,it redirects and holds….
and just has super positive drive out of the turns …. really responsive.
Rob Kenworthy, So Cal
Custom Proxy Epoxy Titanium Series Upgrade Option 1.0: Carbon-Hinged Flex Tail
G-4.E: 6′1″ x 18 5/8″ x 2 1/4″ thumbtail
Hey Todd, it’s Jeff, how are you man?
Justin and I are somewhere in Long Beach…and I just had to call to say
thanks again, cuz that was such an epic day. We just had to high-five
the whole drive home, Justin’s givin’ big claps…epic, epic time. Thanks,
the boards were ripping, yeah, we’re just psyching….
talking about how gross the waves are at home and what glorious surf we had out there.
Alright man, Talk to you soon. Bye,
Jeff Baldwin, Oceanside, CA
6′4″ x 18 3/4″ x 2 1/4″ Groveler IV.p (performance), Proctor Custom Epoxy
the “PROXY”
Todd / Charissa,
Sorry it took so long for me to write but it was awhile before we
received some good swell for me to give the board a going over and
since then
I have been having the most fun in my life surfing with it.
But before I get to the board I wanted to thank you for the most
impressive service I’ve seen in awhile. You both were easily
accessible, I never had to wait long for any sort of response to
questions and I felt the service was done with a smile. From Todd
calling me in Spain and taking his time to discuss the board with me to
Charissa keeping me updated on its progress, the service was high class
all the way.
Now about the board….First off it looks totally sick.
The kevlar looks awesome as does the greyish color from the
glassing. Combined with the digital camo that you put on the bottom of
the board it looks totally insane. I received tons of looks and
comments about how incredible it looks and needless to say I love it.
As for the performance,I don’t know what you do Todd but you mustcast a spell or sprinkle magic dust over it or something because thishands down performs better then any other board I have tried.
I thought after reading your testimonials that maybe it was just a
lot of hype but no - the board actually contains the properties of
magic.
It almost feels like it is spring loaded just waiting to be fired. The
best part about it has to be the way it handles turns as this is when
it really shows its quality. The speed you get when coming off of the
top of the lip is incredible.
You can feel the board ’spring’ off of the top and it feels a little like a sling shot.
I can’t stress enough how much better this aspect of the board is
compared to other boards I’ve ridden. I seriously feel like I’m
“flying” coming off the lip and down the face. Since I have had the board I feel like I have taken my surfing to a new level and I’m having way more fun in the water.
I also feel like you listened during our consultation interview to
what I needed. The board is a nice balance for taking my surfing a
level up yet keeping in mind my level of experience and size.
You shaped it spot on.
Anyway I couldn’t have asked for anything more and you can count me
as your customer for life. I’ve attached a photo of the underside of
the board and will send some more when I can get some shots of it in
the water. Keep up the great work and service. If you guys ever head to
Spain or Portugal let me know and maybe we can meet up and ride a few.
Muchas gracias por todo. Mis mejores deseos.
Craig Potsep, 34, Nigran, Spain
6′4″ x 18 7/8″x 2 3/8″ Groveler IV.p [performance] rounded squash tail
Proxy custom epoxy construction with Titanium Series Upgrades: Kevlar Compression Patch & Carbon Hinged Flex Tail
Todd,
I
think you nailed it. This one is alive. Keeping it a bit straight
between the feet really gets it going quickly. It’s almost like I gain
speed in tighter areas and don’t need as much room to drive it, lets me
keep a higher line effortlessly. It compliments the increased tail
rocker perfectly. After hitting the lip I’m going from 12:00 to about
4:00. The first few times caught me by surprise.
There’s nothing like a big hack when you know everyone saw it.
Cutbacks are really tight as well. A minor shift in weight is all it needs.
After 20 or so sessions I’m having a blast with it.
It’s been a while since I’ve been this connected to a board.
Thanks a bunch and God Bless.
Doug Demaret, 36, Ventura, CA
Custom Proxy Proctor Epoxy Groveler IV.p [performance]
6′3″ x 19 3/8″ x 2 9/16″ squash tail
yeah Todd….
The new boards are amazing I just got back from the goldcoast I got some sick waves.
I have only been riding the Blackbird and the groveller so far.
The groveler is like a skate board
so loose and fast,
I have been shredding the Bondi shorey’s on it.
The blackbird held in so good on the more punchy waves
at d' bah and snapper
I could push it as hard as I wanted and it would hold its rail…
EPIC STUFF!
I will let you know how the rest go when I get some more swell…
Im going to go do some whip in airs this week so I should get some nice shots.
Thanks for the boards!!!!!!!
Yew…… Jarrah
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