The Equalizer, from the tiny yet fiery freckle faced grommet turned pro World Champion surfer from Bondi Beach. Pauline learnt to surf on the hectic city beach break on half a snapped foamie and understands exactly what it’s like battling for waves on equipment that’s not ideal for the conditions.
The Equalizer, designed by Pauline, is a fun all-round board that has increased width for extra stability along with volume under the chest for easy paddling and to help get into waves without compromising performance. This shape is not only forgiving for the entry level surfer, but it maintains the flow and drive to enable surfers to keep progressing, and for more experienced riders, to push through more critical manoeuvres without hesitation. Medium to low entry rocker helps with paddle power and glide while allowing the board to trim exceptionally well and carry over flatter sections with minimal effort. The subtle single to double concave on the underside combined with the five fin option, gives you the ability to tailor this model to the conditions whether it be a quad, thruster for more drive, or a twin fin set up for a looser approach.
Pauline’s concept for the Equalizer was always on her mind, however the name had to be something meaningful. Pauline ran a competition to see who could come up with a title that encompassed what she believes in and represents. A young Bondi gal named Marley McCallum nailed her vision with this entry. “The Equalizer – because you helped fight for equal recognition for women in surfing and sport. Your board could help girls like me be equal to all the doubting guys out there! It might give me special powers”. This statement perfectly reflected how Pauline feels about inclusivity and all the years of hard work to eliminate the gender stereotype within the surfing world.
The Equalizer empowers girls and women of all ages and ability levels to give it a go. It cultivates confidence and self-belief and encourages the rider to feel 100% worthy of their place in the line-up.
If you are looking for a versatile, forgiving all-round shortboard that offers stability for the beginner rider and glides into subpar conditions with ease, while also excelling in pumping waves, then the Equalizer by Pauline Menczer will be your go to.
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