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This was supposed to be the “Alaia and Paipo” episode… but then I fell deep into the Paipo rabbit hole, and I’m not ready to come out.
In this episode, we dive (prone-style) into the ancient world of the Paipo—one of surfing’s earliest and fastest planing totems. Made from koa, breadfruit, or wiliwili wood and ridden mostly lying down, these sleek, finless boards were all about speed, control, and wave intimacy (yes, really).
From ancient wave riding to $600 modern reboots, this is your all-access pass to one of surfing’s most overlooked icons.
Tempted to try one? Same. Especially if it means skipping the pop-up and still getting barreled.
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By Zuz WilsonThis was supposed to be the “Alaia and Paipo” episode… but then I fell deep into the Paipo rabbit hole, and I’m not ready to come out.
In this episode, we dive (prone-style) into the ancient world of the Paipo—one of surfing’s earliest and fastest planing totems. Made from koa, breadfruit, or wiliwili wood and ridden mostly lying down, these sleek, finless boards were all about speed, control, and wave intimacy (yes, really).
From ancient wave riding to $600 modern reboots, this is your all-access pass to one of surfing’s most overlooked icons.
Tempted to try one? Same. Especially if it means skipping the pop-up and still getting barreled.