General
groveler
What does groveler mean?
A type of surfboard with a short, wide shape designed to perform in small, mushy waves.
"On knee-high days the groveler is the only board that keeps it interesting."
Origin
Surf slang for a board built to 'grovel' in poor, small surf.
Frequently asked questions
What is a groveler surfboard?
It's a short, wide board shaped to catch and hold speed in small, weak, mushy waves that a normal shortboard would struggle in.
When should you ride a groveler?
On small, poor-quality days, knee- to waist-high mush, when you want to keep surfing fun rather than sit and wait for size.
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