The result of extensive research alongside nose master Jai Lee, the Ursula is a top-of-the-range noserider, combining solid anchoring and surprisingly fluid maneuvers. This is the board Ursula Andress would have if she were surfing: elegant, fierce when needed, and undeniably charismatic. On the nose, it behaves like a real perch - it sticks and holds in the curl almost automatically, even in critical sections. And yet, thanks to a few shaping tricks, it manages to turn better than most big noseriders: you can put it back in the pocket or change direction with more squirt than you'd expect from a log like this. The user benefit is clear: no need to choose between endless hang ten and manoeuvrability - the Ursula offers a rare balance between these two worlds. In short, it's a noserider for demanding surfers who want it all: performance without sacrificing the soul of classic logging.
| Length | Width | Thickness | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9'4" | 22 7/8" | 2 7/8" | ~67,5 L |
| 9'6" | 23" | 3" | ~72,2 L |
| 9'8" | 23 1/8" | 3 1/8" | ~76,9 L |
| 9'10" | 23 1/4" | 3 3/16" | ~80,3 L |
| 10'0" | 23 3/8" | 3 1/4" | ~83,4 L |
Jai Lee collaboration: Hybrid rails: 50/50 at the front for smooth flow, evolving to a more downward 60/40 in the middle, then finishing with a tucked-in edge on the last 6 inches of the tail. This gradual transition gives hold in front and release behind - clever. Tail with inverted step deck (on the rear deck): reduced rail volume on the tail to free up turns, and added tail flex to maintain speed in the wave during nose rides. Smoothed rocker, with a hair of lift accentuated on the final 12″ of the tail to aid turning without detracting from the noseride. Nose: moderate single concave occupying the front third, fading in the middle giving way to a flat and then a very slight vee on tail exit. Outline in classic noserider style with wide but not excessive nose (Jai likes noses a little tapered for control). Slightly rounded tail (not a pure square), combined with the edge for an effective pivot. The result is a complex but devilishly effective shape combining maximum nose hold and improved turn response.
Designed for advanced to expert longboarders who focus on nose riding but want a high-performance, high-end log. Competent surfers (Duct Tape/WSL type) will love its nose/turn versatility. Intermediates could try it out, but it will only reveal its full potential with a good noseride technique already acquired. If you're a fan of California noseriders but regret their lack of maneuverability, the Ursula is for you.
Excellent in clean waves from 0.8 to 1.5 m, especially point breaks with hollow sections where its edge and step tail help you get back into position (e.g. Noosa, Raglan, J-Bay small). It holds the pocket in medium hollows without stalling. In very small slack (<50cm), she'll work, but it's not her forte (prefer Malibu/Moose). And in very big waves, its wide nose will limit drops a little. But on "longboard perf" waves (like 1m glassy that opens fast), she excels at combining nose and turns.
Thin single recommended (US case). A slightly tapered 10″ pivot (like Farberow Flex) will do - Jai Lee himself surfs his logs in single only. The edge tail and step tail already play the role of side-bites, so there's no need to add any more. Incidentally, we often keep the fin a little forward in the housing for extra maneuverability, without compromising nose rides thanks to the concave and front rails.
