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Byrne


Team Riders: Tom Carroll

The Byrne Brothers phenomenon developed along with the pro surfing breakthrough. Dave glassed, Phil shaped and Critta was let loose to surf. In the late 70’s their surfboard company was the base for traveling and competition. An important stop was Hawaii for inspiration and the gained knowledge was put back into the surfboards.

Byrne Surfboards became world class, attracting many surfers to use them, including Shawn Thompson and Larry Bertleman. At the same time that Critta was enjoying success on the circuit, a young surfer named Tom Carroll developed a keen interest in the Byrne boards and ordered some of his own.

The history is well documented and Tom went on to win two world pro titles riding Phil Byrne’s shapes.

Byrne is about surfing performance at the hardcore level. The name and logo are recognized around the world and are associated with the pinnacle of surfboard technology.

Surftech is proud to offer the entire line of Byrne shapes in the unparalleled TUFLITE
technology.

5'5" - TCMB
5'5" - TCMB

N : 13 3/4

M : 19 1/2

T : 15 1/2

Th : 2 1/2

FINS

Centre : FCS TC White

Side : TCS TC White

Board Review
A real fun board for those looking for something small to play with in little beach breaks. The template has a wider nose flowing into a slightly wider diamond tail. The bottom has a slight concave throughout.
Shaped for a more experienced surfer, by Byrne's U.S. shaper Michael Baron.
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5'10" - HPMB
5'10" - HPMB

N : 11 1/8

M : 18 1/2

T : 13 1/2

Th : 2 1/4

FINS

Centre : FCS M5

Side : FCS M5

Board Review
This is a really high performance board. It has a concave bottom, slightly deeper around the fins with soft to square blocky rails in the tail.
The 5'10" is designed for surfers up to about 155lbs.
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6'0" TC Swallow Tail
6'0" TC Swallow Tail

N : 13 1/2

M : 19 5/8

T : 15 1/4

Th : 2 1/2

FINS

Centre : FCS TC White

Side : FCS TC White

Board Review
This is a small wave board for waves up to 4'.The template has a fuller nose flowing into a wider fishtail. The board is super responsive and fast over dead sections.
This board will handle slightly bigger waves with a larger fin arrangement.
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6'1" - HP
6'1" - HP

N : 11 1/8

M : 18 3/8

T : 13 7/8

Th : 2 5/16

FINS

Centre : FCS M5

Side : FCS M5

Board Review
Basically the same board ridden by Phil Macdonald on the WCT. It is definitely for above average surfers.
The board is very fast and loose, has a mild concave bottom and squashtail. The 6'1" is best suited to surfers from 130lbs to 170lbs, and designed for surf from 2’ to 6’.
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6'1" - HP2
6'1" - HP2

N : 11 1/8

M : 18 3/8

T : 13 7/8

Th : 2 5/16

FINS

Centre : FCS M5

Side : FCS M5

Board Review
Basically the same board ridden by Phil Macdonald on the WCT. It is definitely for above average surfers.
The board is very fast and loose, has a mild concave bottom and squashtail. The 6'1" is best suited to surfers from 130lbs to 170lbs, and designed for surf from 2’ to 6’.
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6'1" - TC Rounded Pin
6'1" - TC Rounded Pin

N : 10 7/8

M : 18 1/4

T : 13 5/8

Th : 2 1/8

FINS

Centre : FCS TC White

Side : FCS TC White

Board Review
This is a duplicate of Tom Carroll's most used board. Fairly refined with a light concave throughout, it has a small roundtail and fairly thin rails.
Designed for waves from 2' to 6', suits surfers up to 155lbs.
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6'2" - 6 Channel
6'2" - 6 Channel

N : 11 1/4

M : 18 3/8

T : 13 1/2

Th : 2 3/8

FINS

Centre : FCS M5

Side : FCS M5

Board Review
A state of the art performance surfboard. 6 channel boards are very fast and allow you to draw a long deep turns particularly on hollow waves. The bottom has a slight concave going into 6 deep channels through to the small fishtail.
Best in 3’ to 6’ long walled waves and point breaks, with a surfer from 145lbs to 170lbs.
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6'3" - Mullet
6'3" - Mullet

N : 12 1/4

M : 20 1/2

T : 15

Th : 2 5/8

FINS

Centre : FCS M5

Side : FCS M5

Board Review
A great small wave groveller design for bigger guys or entry level surfers. The template is wide and has a lot of volume for its size. Great in poor quality waves where getting over those dead sections is a must. Features a wider nose with little nose rocker flowing down to a concave bottom and half moon tail.
Shaped by Laurie Byrne for surfers weighing 165lbs to 190lbs.
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6'3" - Mullet 4+1
6'3" - Mullet 4+1

N : 12 1/4

M : 20 1/2

T : 15

Th : 2 5/8

FINS

Centre : FCS M5

Side : FCS M5

Board Review
A great small wave groveller design for bigger guys or entry level surfers. The template is wide and has a lot of volume for its size. Great in poor quality waves where getting over those dead sections is a must. Features a wider nose with little nose rocker flowing down to a concave bottom and half moon tail.
Shaped by Laurie Byrne for surfers weighing 165lbs to 190lbs.
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6'3'' TCMB
6'3'' TCMB

N : 11 1/8

M : 18 1/2

T : 13 1/2

Th : 2 1/2

FINS

Centre : FCS TC White

Side : FCS TC White

Board Review
This is a mid range bigger wave board for good surfers from 135lbs to 160lbs.It has a concave bottom flowing into a slightly tighter tail for a bit bigger wave .Ideal for that heavy beach breaks or full on point break up to 8'.
A great board to take on that special trip where you know the waves are going to be pumping.
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6'4" - 6 Channel
6'4" - 6 Channel

N : 11 1/8

M : 18 1/8

T : 14 1/8

Th : 2 1/2

FINS

Centre : FCS M7

Side : FCS M7

Board Review
A state of the art performance surfboard. 6 channel boards are very fast and allow you to draw a long deep turns particularly on hollow waves. The bottom has a slight concave going into 6 deep channels through to the small fishtail.
Best in 3’ to 6’ long walled waves and point breaks, with a surfer from 165lbs to 185lbs.
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6'4" - HP2
6'4" - HP2

N : 11 1/2

M : 18 7/8

T : 14

Th : 2 1/2

FINS

Centre : FCS M5

Side : FCS M5

Board Review
Basically the same board ridden by Phil Macdonald on the WCT. It is definitely for above average surfers. The board is very fast and loose, has a mild concave bottom and squashtail.
Best suited to a larger surfer weighing 170lbs or more, in surf from 2' to 6'.
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6'4" - HPMB
6'4" - HPMB

N : 11 1/4

M : 19 1/2

T : 14 3/8

Th : 2 1/2

FINS

Centre : FCS M5

Side : FCS M5

Board Review
This is a really high performance board. It has a concave bottom, slightly deeper around the fins with soft to square blocky rails in the tail.
Shaped is for guys from 165lbs to 185lbs, by Byrne's U.S. shaper Michael Baron.
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6'5" - TC Rounded Pin
6'5" - TC Rounded Pin

N : 11 1/4

M : 19

T : 14

Th : 2 1/2

FINS

Centre : FCS TC White

Side : FCS TC White

Board Review
This is a duplicate of Tom Carroll's most used board. Fairly refined with a light concave throughout, it has a small roundtail and fairly thin rails.
Designed for waves from 2' to 6', suits surfers up to 185lbs.
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6'6" - 6 Channel
6'6" - 6 Channel

N : 11 1/4

M : 19 1/4

T : 14

Th : 2 9/16

FINS

Centre : FCS M7

Side : FCS M7

Board Review
A state of the art performance surfboard. 6 channel boards are very fast and allow you to draw a long deep turns particularly on hollow waves. The bottom has a slight concave going into 6 deep channels through to the small fishtail.
Best in 3’ to 6’ long walled waves and point breaks, with a surfer up to 190lbs.
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6'6" - HPMB Swallow Tail
6'6" - HPMB Swallow Tail

N : 12 3/4

M : 21 3/4

T : 14 3/4

Th : 2 7/8

FINS

Centre : FCS M5

Side : FCS M5

Board Review
A real good performing board for the bigger surfer. Plenty of volume but not at the expense of performance. The board is fast and loose but stable because of its extra width. Will suit surfers up to 200lbs.
Shaped by Byrne's U.S. shaper; Michael Baron.
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6'6" - Mullet
6'6" - Mullet

N : 12 1/2

M : 21

T : 15 1/2

Th : 2 3/4

FINS

Centre : FCS M5

Side : FCS GX

Board Review
A great small wave groveller design for bigger guys or entry level surfers. The template is wide and has a lot of volume for its size. Great in poor quality waves where getting over those dead sections is a must. Features a wider nose with little nose rocker flowing down to a concave bottom and half moon tail.
Shaped by Laurie Byrne for surfers weighing up to 200lbs.
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6'6" - Mullet 4+1
6'6" - Mullet 4+1

N : 12 1/2

M : 21

T : 15 1/2

Th : 2 3/4

FINS

Centre : FCS M5

Side : FCS GX

Board Review
A great small wave groveller design for bigger guys or entry level surfers. The template is wide and has a lot of volume for its size. Great in poor quality waves where getting over those dead sections is a must. Features a wider nose with little nose rocker flowing down to a concave bottom and half moon tail.
Shaped by Laurie Byrne for surfers weighing up to 200lbs.
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6'8" - Easyrider
6'8" - Easyrider

N : 11 3/4

M : 19 3/4

T : 14 1/2

Th : 2 3/4

FINS

Centre : N/A

Side : N/A

Board Review
This is exactly what it's called. An easy to ride board for the bigger surfer. It is wide and stable has a slight concave vee bottom running into a fairly standard squashtail.
Although an excellent board for the beginner it will also perform well for the heavier surfer in most waves up to 6'. A great paddler, good for the older guy who still wants a bit of performance will suit surfers up to 220lbs.
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6'10" - Easyrider
6'10" - Easyrider

N : 12

M : 19 3/4

T : 14 1/4

Th : 2 3/4

FINS

Centre : FCS

Side : FCS

Board Review
This is exactly what it’s called. An easy to ride board for the bigger surfer. It is wide and stable has a slight concave vee bottom running into a fairly standard squashtail.
Although an excellent board for the beginner it will also perform well for the heavier surfer in most waves up to 6’.A great paddler ,good for the older guy who still wants a bit of performance.
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6'11" - Mullet
6'11" - Mullet

N : 13

M : 21 1/2

T : 15 1/4

Th : 3

FINS

Centre : FCS M7

Side : FCS M7

Board Review
A great small wave groveller design for bigger guys or entry level surfers. The template is wide and has a lot of volume for its size. Great in poor quality waves where getting over those dead sections is a must. Features a wider nose with little nose rocker flowing down to a concave bottom and half moon tail.
Shaped by Laurie Byrne for surfers weighing up to 280lbs.
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6'11" - Mullet 4+1
6'11" - Mullet 4+1

N : 13

M : 21 1/2

T : 15 1/4

Th : 3

FINS

Centre : FCS M7

Side : FCS M7

Board Review
A great small wave groveller design for bigger guys or entry level surfers. The template is wide and has a lot of volume for its size. Great in poor quality waves where getting over those dead sections is a must. Features a wider nose with little nose rocker flowing down to a concave bottom and half moon tail.
Shaped by Laurie Byrne for surfers weighing up to 280lbs.
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7'0" - Easyrider
7'0" - Easyrider

N : 12

M : 20 3/4

T : 14 1/4

Th : 2 22/25

FINS

Centre : FCS M5

Side : FCS M5

Board Review
This is exactly what it's called. An easy to ride board for the bigger surfer. It is wide and stable has a slight concave vee bottom running into a fairly standard squashtail.
Although an excellent board for the beginner it will also perform well for the heavier surfer in most waves up to 6'. A great paddler, good for the older guy who still wants a bit of performance will suit surfers up to 265lbs.
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7'1" - TC Pin Tail
7'1" - TC Pin Tail

N : 11 3/8

M : 18

T : 11 3/8

Th : 8 3/4

FINS

Centre : FCS TC White

Side : FCS TC White

Board Review
This is a board for serious surfing. It is a duplicate of what Tom rides when the waves are pumping.
A good travelling gun, it is suited to the fit smaller surfers (155 lbs or less) who want to charge! Aimed for 12' barrels. Great for Indo or similar locations.
The board features a thin narrow nose flowing back to a tight roundtail. The bottom has a subtle concave.
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