Gato Heroi 9'9 Playboy Clear

Hot Generation tribute with wide point set back and knifey 50/50 rails. Requires commitment but offers rocket-like turns off the tail. Designed for advanced surfers who want high-speed rail surfing and dynamic turns. Construction: Square tail with Pinched, knifey rails. Hipped vee to roll bottom contour and Flat, tail kick rocker. Fin Pairings: C Fin, OP Fin, P Fin, RK Fin, T Fin, Speed Fin

Robin Kegel started Gato Heroi with a focus on 1960s–70s surf aesthetics and modern performance. Now based in Europe with outposts in Australia and Japan. Known for calico abstract glasswork and hand-signed shapes.