Acid

7'0"–8'6" lengthSingle fin or 2+1Hand-shaped · Gato Heroi

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$1,599

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Rail surfing; hull-like speedIntermediate–Advanced

The Board

Morocco-tested. Rail surfing at speed.

The original Acid is a rolled-bottom mid-length with fine rails that excels at rail surfing and long drawn-out turns at high speed. Tested on Moroccan points, it favors a hull-style flexy single fin in the 9”–10” range for that locked-in, down-the-line feel. This isn’t a forgiving board—it rewards surfers who commit to their rail and hold a line.

How It Rides

The rolled bottom entry transitions into a hull-like feel through the middle—there’s a directional pull that makes it want to trim, not turn. When you do engage the rail, the tapered 50/50 rails and pin tail hold cleanly. At 7’9” it has enough length to glide through flat sections while staying responsive enough for open-face carving.

All surfboards ship from our shop at 4051 Judah St in the Outer Sunset. Contact us for a shipping quote.

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Board Details

Shape

Tail Shape

Pin tail

Rail Type

Tapered 50/50

Bottom Contour

Rolled entry to hull

Rocker Profile

Moderate; continuous

Setup

Fin Setup

Single fin or 2+1

Design Era

Modern Classic

Year Introduced

Approx. 2011

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.