BIC Surfboard Review

The BIC Paint surfboard is BIC’s egg board shape and model. It’s still a soft top, but it’s much shorter than your average foam surfboard and is designed more as a way for young kids to learn or for more advanced surfers of all ages to have a fun board to take out and shred weak summer waves. 

The Paint board ranges in dimensions from 4'11" x 19.86" x 2.38" x 30  to 6’6” x 19” x 2.75” and is made of an EPS (expanded polystyrene) core, has an IXPE (Cross Linked Polyethylene) deck and rails for added durability, two stringers (wood or composite) a full layer hard-slick skin for the smoothest glide possible, and soft fins.

The biggest downside to the Paint board is that the use of IXPE on the deck, while adding durability, makes it extremely slick and slippery. For a board that’s intended to be a ripping summer shred stick, the lack of grip on the deck can be a bit of a bummer. You will absolutely need to use wax with this board and you still might find yourself looking for more. There is also no leash included so take note of that when purchasing this board.

The G-Board EVO series is one of the classic, tried and true BIC Soft to Surfboard models.

The G-Board EVO is a simple and effective Mini Malibu shape.

The board ranges all the way from 5’6 to 8’0 and is composed of a PE (polyethylene) closed cell foam core, EVA (ethyl-vinylacetate) deck, two reenforced composite stringers, and a thruster fin set up (with three soft fins included and twin fins for the 5’6 model respectively). ()

The G-Board EVO is a “what you see is what you get” soft top and this is both its strength and its weakness. You’ll have a durable, easy to use soft top that will help you catch waves, but after that don’t expect too much in ways of performance. This is a great board for beginners and surfers looking for a reliable and durable board to take out in summer surf. Intermediates looking for more out of a soft top should beware and consider a more advanced model ()

The Natural Surf is one of BIC’s signature DURA-TEC construction softboards.

DURA-TEC combines an ultra-durable polyethylene outer shell with a full polyurethane foam core. Think about the outer the durability of the shell of a kayak, but with the light weight of a typical fiberglass surfboard and that’s DURA-TEC.

The Natural Surf is 7’9 and has a weight limit support of up to 220 lbs. for riders. It is an excellent choice for beginners and intermediates alike.

Perfectly balancing out the stability and durability of a traditional longboard foamie with the versatility and maneuverability of a fun board, the Natural Surf does everything it can to live up to its name!

For surfers brand new to the sport or still very green, this board is slightly more difficult than a traditional 8ft or larger longboard to catch small mushy waves. It will perform better in waist high + but don’t let it deter you if this is the board you like, you’ll learn fast enough to more than make up for the initial struggle. However, if you’re only going to be headed to the beach once or twice a year, consider a more traditional (larger) option.

The Magnum was specifically designed to help novice surfers gain confidence and progress as fast as possible! () The beauty of the Magnum is that the board offers this ease of progression and increase in skill throughout all early phases of learning.

It’s not going to just help you catch waves as easily as possible. Once you’ve figured that out, you’ll learn how to catch and ride the line with as much effortlessness as leaning to catch waves. After you’ve figured out how to hold your line, you’ll find learning how some basic carves just as rewarding and as quick as your previous lessons. The Magnum continuously delivers an exceptional advancement through the early learning curve of surfing.

The BIC Magnum is another DURA-TEC construction board and delivers a superior balance of durability and maneuverability!

The BIC ACE-TEC 9’4” Longboard is the ultimate in classic longboard surfing!

The ACE-TEC construction makes BIC boards up to 30% stronger than a traditional fiberglass longboard! An ASA composite skin covers an epoxy resin wrapped around a polystyrene core produces the most lightweight and durable fiberglass possible.

At 9’4” x 22 3/4 weighing only 16.5lbs, the ACE-TEC longboard from BIC sticks to the traditional and proven longboard shape with a focus on more traditional nose riding, old-school style of surfing.

This board is a perfect mix of lightweight, durability, and performance. It’s a must buy for any longboard enthusiast!