Ono Performance Shortboard Surfboard – Carbon BPT Construction, Swallow Tail & Forgiving High-Volume Design

Overview

The Ono is designed to deliver a combination of fun, forgiveness, and performance for surfers who want a board that can generate speed and catch waves easily without feeling oversized or sluggish.

Its swallow tail adds useful float and hold through softer sections, while extra volume through the nose improves wave entry and paddling without sacrificing maneuverability. A subtle single-to-double concave bottom provides refined contouring that feels understated beneath the board but noticeable underfoot.

Built with Carbon Bomb Proof Tech (BPT) construction, the Ono combines vacuum-bagged carbon fiber with strategically oriented carbon cloth to create a durable performance construction with a responsive flex profile.

Key Features

• Fun & Forgiving Performance — Designed to make everyday surfing easier while retaining the responsiveness needed for performance riding.

• Swallow Tail — Adds float through weaker sections while maintaining a performance-oriented outline.

• Increased Nose Volume — Helps with wave catching and paddling while preserving maneuverability.

• Single-to-Double Concave — Subtle bottom contours are designed to support speed, control, and smooth transitions.

• Carbon BPT Construction — Vacuum-bagged carbon fiber is strategically oriented to balance durability and flex.

• High-Durability Design — Built for surfers who want a performance board capable of handling frequent use.

• Twin + Stabilizer Compatible — Designed to pair particularly well with STCO's custom Twin + Stabilizer setup.

• Four Size Options — Provides flexibility for different rider weights, preferences, and wave conditions.

Why This Product Stands Out

The Ono combines characteristics that are often difficult to balance in a shortboard: extra volume for easier wave entry and softer conditions, with a shape that remains performance oriented and maneuverable.

The BPT carbon construction adds another major advantage. Rather than relying solely on conventional PU or EPS construction, the vacuum-bagged carbon layout is designed to provide a durable board with controlled flex characteristics for repeated sessions.

Specifications

• Board Type: Performance Shortboard

• Construction: Carbon Bomb Proof Tech (BPT)

• Core: EPS

• Tail: Swallow

• Bottom Contour: Single to shallow double concave

• Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced

• Wave Range: 3' to slightly overhead

• Recommended Setup: STCO Twin + Stabilizer

BPT Carbon Construction

The Ono uses Carbon Bomb Proof Tech (BPT) with vacuum-bagged carbon fiber inlays. Carbon cloth is positioned at different angles to provide a balance of flex and structural durability.

The manufacturer describes the BPT construction as offering substantially greater durability than standard PU or EPS construction and states that if a BPT Carbon board buckles, it will be replaced free of charge, subject to the manufacturer's applicable terms and conditions.

Who This Is For

The Ono is ideal for intermediate to advanced surfers who want a versatile performance board that remains forgiving in weaker surf. Its additional volume and swallow tail make it particularly appealing for surfers looking to catch more waves and maintain speed through softer sections without giving up maneuverability.

Note: Board selection should consider rider weight, ability, preferred volume, and local wave conditions. Surf within your ability level and use appropriate safety equipment.