Loading... Please wait...The FCD Huevo Ranchero is another example of the versatililty that Fletcher Chouinard imparts to a surfboard. The FCD Huevo Ranchero, like all FCD surfboards, is made using extruded polystyrene blanks and epoxy resins. This combination of materials makes strong, lighweight and sensitive surfboards that are a joy to ride.
(From Fletcher Chouinard Designs)
Not retro, not a “funboard” crutch. Semi-beginner riders can order it oversized, advanced/expert surfers can surf it as a tiny, low-effort shortboard alternative. The round tail makes for easy rail-to-rail transitions; whether you pick up a 2+1 or a 5-fin setup you will be equally prepared for full-rail cutbacks or carving high-speed lines. Designed with input from Devon Howard, Ben Lemke, Mary Osborne and the Malloy brothers, this board will guide you to a new level of style.
The Huevo has a great rail line, so if you are an experienced surfer and you want some small wave performance, don't be deterred by it's "egg" like shape, this is a board built to perform. And if you are a novice, be assured that you are buying a very high quality board that you can learn on, and then progress for years and years.
Posted by Vin on 31st Aug 2011
I've had this board now for about a month -- I bought it for those better-than average east coast days where duck diving is preferred (or necessary). My other board is a 9'0 performance longboard, so I was worried I would have a tough time. But -- it floats and paddles real well, and I was up on the first try. Stance and technique adjustments are required, but it is a wave catching machine -- leave ordinary shortboards out of breath and in the dust.
Posted by Vin on 27th Jul 2011
Rob (and his staff, including Allen) were terrifically helpful and responsive. I had this board shipped all the way to NY -- it was packed flawlessly and arrived in perfect shape.
Thanks for the service, and for carrying FCD/Patagonia products!