I am very excited to order 2 new Blackbird IIs in Proxy epoxy and

wanted to give Todd props on not only the best

and most versatile boards I have ever ridden,

but the durability and consistent liveliness of the Proxy material.

I would recommend getting the Proxy epoxy upgrade to anyone who wants an incredibly flexible, fast, and durable board!  Unlike competitors’ epoxies that have a less lively feel than their poly counterparts, the spring and tensile flex of the Proxy epoxy is actually more noticeable and faster than the traditional polyurethene blank by a long shot.

Plainly put, Proxys builds speed,

hold it and slingshot you into your next maneuver.

This was evident on the very first ride at D Street in Encinitas, a fast and punchy (usually walled) beachbreak.  I clearly remember taking off and flying past a section that I normally wouldn’t have made, then wafting the tail free on several hits all the way to the beach. The speed the Proxy material and board design generates has changed my outlook on what is makable and not.

This board has been through 2 successful competitive seasons 07/08 and 08/09 and is still going strong and riding like the day I got it two years later.

I can’t remember the last time I’ve had boards that long!

In the summer of 2008, it went with me to Kandui in the Mentawaii Island chains.  I broke 2 leashes while riding this board and the board washed across DRY REEF on both losses, the second time across the reef at HEAVY Rifles.  The boat guys tried several times in vain to get it, but it was too dangerous with the surge. I put on tennis shoes (that’s how much I love this board) and walked out in treacherous conditions to retrieve it expecting to find the board smashed to smithereens.  Part of the leash was caught around a coral head really adding to the tension! The collateral damage was a couple of spider cracks along the rail and they came out after a very light sanding.

Still looked like new! Everyone, boat guys

and other surfers, couldn’t believe the board wasn’t destroyed.

I have 2 Greased Pigs, 2 Accelerators, 2 SR71s, a 4-Leaf Clover w/ tri fin setup too, Blackbird II, Falcon, and an Ante Up.  All are Proxy epoxy and I ride and absolutely love every one of them.  I welcome ANY questions and feedback on how they all ride to my email below. If you’re on the fence about trying one of Proctor’s Proxy epoxy boards, don’t be. You’ll never look back!  See you in the water.

God Bless and Aloha,

Paul Pence, Cardiff by the Sea, California
ppence@hotmail.com

Charissa board arrived o.k. no damage…

absolutely stoked with it.

First custom board ever that came out the way I wanted it to.

U guys should be marketing ur boards over here… Thanks heaps!

Customer service is second to none

will let u know how it go’s.Taking it to the mentawis next week.

Regards, Nigel        Australia
Proxy Epoxy construction with Titanium Series Upgrade
Option 1.0: Kevlar Compression Patch &
Option 2.0: Carbon-Hinged Flex Tail

Greased Pig: 6′2 x19 1/2 x 21/2 swallow tail

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Surfed the board at Beacon (13th Beach) ….went great!

raised a few eyebrows with the technology involved in the production of it.
Thanks again.
Nigel

Hey Todd the greased pig I got – the titatanium series,
surfed it in solid six foot waves at 13th beach today.
seems the bigger the waves with more push the better it goes.
I’m stoked.

It has raised some eyebrows, surf has pumped for 6 weeks here.

Nigel

Charissa,

Charissa board arrived o.k. no damage…

absolutely stoked with it.

First custom board ever that came out the way I wanted it to.

U guys should be marketing ur boards over here… Thanks heaps!

Customer service is second to none

will let u know how it go’s.Taking it to the mentawis next week.

Regards, Nigel        Australia
Proxy Epoxy construction with Titanium Series Upgrade
Option 1.0: Kevlar Compression Patch &
Option 2.0: Carbon-Hinged Flex Tail
Greased Pig: 6′2 x19 1/2 x 21/2 swallow tail

Hey Todd:

Been awhile since I picked up the boards, but I wanted to let you know that they both work unreal.

I have never had boards that are so light and responsive as this. Especially like the Pig and have surfed it in head high waves.

Been on that board alot. Waiting for a little more juice to get the Accelerator going, but so far I am totally satisfied. I think you dialed in exactly what I needed in both boards and it feels like my surfing has gone to the next level. The rest of my boards are just collecting dust right now!

And thanks for the personal service. Best custom service I have had.

You have a great operation and I like that fact that you treat everyone with equal respect and attention. I will be coming back for more, if these Proxy’s ever give out!

Off to Costa Rica next month and will send you some photos. Wanted to check to make sure there
are no issues with the Proxy’s when traveling or in the heat. Let me know if they require any special
care.

Best to you and Charissa.

Richard Stoner, Venice, CA

Custom Proxy Epoxy Greased Pig
5′10″ x 19 1/4″ x 2 5/16″ single wing swallow tail

Custom Proxy Epoxy Accelerator [Parabolic]
6′0″ x 18 7/8″ x 2 1/4″ rounded squash tail

The beach break here is often mushy  so I want something that will go in that.

I want something that has good float but can also go vertical? I am just an average surfer and sometimes have trouble making my own speed. Can you help?

PS -

Love the epoxy. I have been surfing both boards for the past 1 1/2 years and they are holding up wonderfully!

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Hi Chris,
Thanks….still hurting a bit from this bug, but I think I’ve rounded the major corner.
It is up to you….the Rascal is going to be similar to your Twin Fang in that it holds the same speed, but it is mucy quicker rail-to-rail and surfs more progressively.

I think the Greased Pig is more up your alley since it fills the gap in your boards best. It has

more of the performance characteristics of the Groveler you said you liked in better waves, but it also fuels speed much quicker than the Groveler.

If you go with the Rascal it will be different from you Twin Fang for sure, but it will not be similar to the Groveler you have as far as fitting tight in the pocket.

You can set up the board with a five fin set-up to work as a thruster or quad….I recommend going with f.c.s. to do this since  the open  plugs  (depending on your fin setup)  will not create drag.
Best Greased Pig dims for you would be 5′9″ x 18 3/4″ x 2 3/16″.

Please feel free to ask any other questions you may have.
Looking forward to your reply,

Aloha,

Todd