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HAYDENSHAPES PSYCHEDELIC GERM
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The Psychedelic Germ was designed when Warren Smith said to me he wanted a signature board model that was different and unique. So I took the Shred Sled model and added a displacement hull concept that I had been working with Tom Carroll and Andy Dovell on in a tow board project. I also put in some side cuts (concave outlines) inspired by the “Winterstick Swallowtail”, which are situated from the wide point of the board down to the wing.

The displacement hull softens the water flow through the entry of the board when planing through choppy water, or through the lip of a wave. The side cuts shorten the radius of your turn, meaning the board will draw a tighter arc for how wide the board actually is - resulting in the board feeling more responsive when on rail.

The rocker is flat in the belly, giving the board flowing speed, yet it kicks late in the nose and a little in the tail. The deep single concave in the front end of the board blends into a double vee out the tail behind the front fins.

The Psychedelic Germ is a board that can riden in all conditions up to 4ft. It is fast, responsive and easy to ride.

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  • FutureFlex
    • FUTUREFLEX TECHNOLOGY
      FutureFlex represents the very latest in surfboard technology and design. The construction process combines a stringerless, high-density custom shaped EPS core laminated with biaxial fiberglass, epoxy resin and a parabolic carbon fiber frame.
      The carbon fiber frame within the laminate is the key to the performance of these boards. Designed to maximize speed and drive while minimizing twisting, FutureFlex boards essentially store and release energy as the surfer transitions through a turn. The result is a fast and lively, highly responsive surfboard that's perfectly geared for high performance surfing.

      You can find out more about GSI's surfboard construction on our surfboard technologies page

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Haydenshapes Psychedelic Germ
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LENGTH WIDTH THICK VOLUME FINS APPROX WEIGHT RANGE
5'6'' 18 3/4'' 2 1/8'' 22.35 ltr Future HSS 70kg / 154lb or less
5'8'' 19'' 2 1/4'' 24.63 ltr Future HSM 75kg / 165lb or less
5'10'' 19 1/4'' 2 3/8'' 26.93 ltr Future HSL 85kg / 187lb or less
6'0'' 19 1/2'' 2 1/2'' 29.48 ltr Future HSL 90kg / 198lb or less
6'2'' 19 3/4'' 2 1/2'' 30.88 ltr Future HSL 90kg / 198lb +
6'4'' 20 1/4'' 2 5/8'' 34.52 ltr Future HSL 90kg / 198lb +
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11/21/2012 7:55:00 AM
John Streit from Virginia , USA says:

The Psychedelic Germ was the first Haydenshapes board I had ever rode, and after one session, I became a believer in these shapes as well as Future Flex construction. What I love most about the Germ is how Hayden was able to place volume in the much-needed areas, and take it away in critical areas for high-performance surfing. A look at the board might have a shortboard purist scratching their head, but the parabolic rail above the wing really allows the rider to crank hard turns and makes the board extremely responsive. This board rides much "smaller" than the dimensions would suggest. Being a big guy in surfing terms at 200 lbs, I need all of the volume I can get out of a board while still trying to find ways to keep it light, fast and responsive. It can be a challenge at times, but the Germ is one of those shapes that met and exceeded my needs. Goes great in all types of surf, but really excels in the pocket when the surf is walled-up and punchy. Give this board a go, it's sick!



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