All blanks are stringered at customer request from Ecuadorian Cedar, which accepts resin more consistently than redwood. All Rhino Balsa wood is cabinet grade, kiln dried wood with the lowest defect ratio attainable.
Balsa wood requires less resin and fiberglass to finish.
The final balsa board not only has characteristic riding qualities, but is a piece of surfing history that will last for generations. Balsa in the Water Able to dampen vibration from chop, balsa's strength and solid feel will always make it the superior big wave riding board and be the choice of riders who surf less than perfect conditions. Control and stability of a balsa wood board are unmatched. Rain Forest Preservation Rhino Balsa blanks are crafted of lumber from balsa plantations. Plantation grown trees are only harvested at maturity.