ExoFlex Technology - How Campbell Designed Is Changing The Game
Campbell Designed Surfboards is a father-son duo of surfboard shapers and former professional surfers based in Noosa, Australia. Stuey & Ryan Campbell have introduced an innovative breakthrough in surfboard construction called Exo Flex Technology. This internationally patented system has replaced traditional wooden stringers with a composite-fibre mechanical spring mechanism designed to enhance surfing performance through harnessing the kinetic energy of both the surfer and wave more efficiently.
What Is ExoFlex Technology?
ExoFlex is a revolutionary advancement in surfboard construction. By utilizing the properties of an EPS epoxy core and enhancing it with a multilayered leaf spring carbon system, the Campbell Designed Surfboard team has optimized the energy transfer capability of the modern surfboard. Their design allows the surfboard to flex and release energy more effectively, resulting in increased acceleration, speed, responsiveness, and projection through turns.
Each Campbell Designed Surfboard is fitted with two finely tuned, hand-built carbon fibre leaf springs tailored to the board, the surfer's weight, and the typical surfing conditions, ensuring optimal performance.
Performance Benefits
- Enhanced Speed and Responsiveness: The ExoFlex system stores and releases energy efficiently, providing surfers with a noticeable boost in speed and projection.
- Custom-Tuned Flex: Springs are adjusted according to the board length, surfer size, and preferred wave conditions, offering a personalized surfing experience.
- Improved Durability: The inbuilt dampening system spreads loads effectively, reducing the risk of breakage and increasing the board's lifespan.
- No Chatter: The ExoFlex system also solves the issue of board chatter in large or wind-affected surf.
Scientific Validation
Unlike many surfboard innovations that rely solely on anecdotal evidence, Campbell Designed has subjected ExoFlex to rigorous testing. They developed specialized equipment to measure flex characteristics and strength, comparing ExoFlex boards to traditional PU/poly and stringer-less EPS epoxy boards. Results indicated that ExoFlex boards are up to 30% lighter and significantly stronger than traditional PU/poly surfboards.
Real-World Feedback
Surfers who have tested ExoFlex boards report a lively and responsive feel with an X-factor that enhances their performance. Michael Ciaramella of Stab Magazine noted that the board "It was super electric & stuck to my feet" while Nick Carrol of SURFLINE referred to it as “tech of the century”, highlighting its exceptional performance.
Not Just a Spring
Drawing on years of experience as former professional surfers, Stuey & Ryan bring an intimate understanding of how a surfboard should feel and perform underfoot. With countless hours spent testing boards in a wide range of conditions around the world, they know exactly what surfers of all skill levels need—from effortless paddling and smooth wave entry to precise control on the face of a wave. This deep connection to surfing allows them to design shapes that are not only highly user-friendly but also capable of delivering high-end performance. Each board model in their range strikes the perfect balance between user-friendliness and cutting-edge performance, giving surfers the tools to excel in any lineup.
Conclusion
ExoFlex Technology by Campbell Designed Surfboards represents a significant advancement in modern surfboard engineering. By combining innovative design with scientific validation, it offers surfers enhanced performance, durability, and a tailored experience. Whether you're a seasoned pro or an enthusiastic beginner, ExoFlex boards provide a competitive edge in the water that cannot be matched.
At Campbell Designed Surfboards we know surfing and we know our surfboard technology is second to none. We are so confident in our surfboards that we're offering a MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE if you don't love your new surfboard.
Head over to our SURFBOARD page or reach out to us for a free on-site consult to help you choose your next magic board.
