Roach

6'4"–6'10" lengthSingle finHand-shaped · Gato Heroi

In Stock

$1,215

Speed; small wave performanceIntermediate–Advanced

The Board

Influenced by MP's Kirra stubbies, the Roach offers flat rocker, wide tail, and speed for days. It excels with a 7½"–8½" upright or flex fin, accentuating planing speed and sharp pivot turns.

Board Details

Shape

Tail Shape

Wide square

Rail Type

50/50 to hard edge

Bottom Contour

Flat to rolled

Rocker Profile

Flat

Setup

Fin Setup

Single fin

Design Era

Transition Era

Year Introduced

Approx. 2013

About the Shaper

Robin Kegel founded Gato Heroi in the early 2000s with a deep appreciation for 1960s–70s surf culture. Originally based in California, now in France, he travels to Gato Heroi outposts in Australia, Italy, and Japan. Known for innovative "calico abstract" glasswork and volan glassing. Early collaborators included Alex Knost, Cody Simkins, and CJ Nelson. His shaping philosophy emphasizes boards and fins as an integrated system, not separate components.

Shaped by Robin Kegel. Produced in Australia, Europe, and Japan.