Step Up Surfboards

When the swell spikes and your everyday board starts feeling skittish or under-gunned, it’s step up time. These boards are built for bigger, faster surf, giving you more hold, more paddle power and a lot more confidence when things get serious. They essentially help you handle overhead-plus waves without going full gun. Step up shapes from trusted performance shapers Free expert advice, in-store and online Fast, insured delivery across Australia

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Firewire Spaceship - Proflex Surfboard Firewire Spaceship - Proflex Surfboard
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$1,499.00
Firewire Spaceship I-Bolic 2.0 Surfboard Firewire Spaceship I-Bolic 2.0 Surfboard
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$1,399.00
Channel Islands Goldie PU Surfboard Channel Islands Goldie PU Surfboard
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From $1,099.00
Firewire Boss up Volcanic IBolic Surfboard Firewire Boss up Volcanic IBolic Surfboard
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From $1,449.00
Firewire S Boss IBolic Volcanic Surfboard Firewire S Boss IBolic Volcanic Surfboard
S Boss IBolic Volcanic SurfboardFirewire
$1,350.00
Firewire Boss Up IBolic Surfboard Firewire Boss Up IBolic Surfboard
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Firewire Volcanic Houdini Surfboard Firewire Volcanic Houdini Surfboard
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Channel Islands M23 PU Surfboard Channel Islands M23 PU Surfboard
M23 PU SurfboardChannel Islands
From $1,099.00
Pyzel Surfboards Ghost PU Surfboard Pyzel Surfboards Ghost PU Surfboard
Ghost PU SurfboardPyzel Surfboards
From $1,179.00
Pyzel Surfboards Padillac PU Surfboard Pyzel Surfboards Padillac PU Surfboard
Padillac PU SurfboardPyzel Surfboards
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Channel Islands Happy Traveler PU Surfboard Channel Islands Happy Traveler PU Surfboard
Happy Traveler PU SurfboardChannel Islands
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DHD Black Diamond EPS Surfboard DHD Black Diamond EPS Surfboard
Black Diamond EPS SurfboardDHD
From $995.00

Why Choose Our Step Up Surfboards

A step up is designed for waves with push. More face, more speed, steeper drops.

Compared to your daily shortboard, they usually feature:

  • Extra length for paddle speed and earlier entry

  • Pulled-in tails for hold in powerful surf

  • More rocker for steeper take-offs and control at speed

That extra control matters when the wave has consequences. Where a regular shortboard can feel loose or twitchy, a step up feels composed and reliable. They also fill an important gap in the quiver. You don’t need to jump straight from everyday board to full gun. A step up covers that sweet spot of overhead to double-overhead surf, where you still want performance but need more confidence under your feet.

We stock trusted step up models from DHD Surfboards, Pyzel Surfboards, Sharpeye Surfboards, Channel Islands Surfboards and JS Industries.

Shop Step Up Surfboards With Expert Advice From Real Surfers

Getting a step up right is all about balance. Enough foam to paddle confidently, enough rocker to fit the curve and enough control when things get quick. 

That said, not many people are used to choosing a step up. If that sounds like you, don’t sweat. We’ll point you in the right direction. Reach out online or come see us in-store. Bigger days deserve better board choices.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Step Up Surfboards

What is a step up surfboard?

A step up is a performance surfboard designed for bigger, more powerful waves. It offers more hold, paddle power and control than a standard shortboard.

How do I choose the right step up surfboard?

Look at your current shortboard dimensions, the size of waves you want to surf and how much extra paddle power you need. Most step ups run slightly longer with added volume.

What’s the difference between a step up and a gun?

A step up is more versatile and performance-oriented. A gun is designed for much larger, more extreme surf with maximum hold and paddle speed.

When should I ride a step up instead of my regular shortboard?

When waves are overhead plus, faster, steeper or more powerful than your everyday board feels comfortable in.

What are the available delivery options?

We offer fast, insured delivery across Australia. Every board is packed securely and arrives ready to surf.

 

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