The Gem

Firewire Surfboards – The Gem: A Pinnacle of Longboard Engineering

The Gem is a remarkable collaboration between renowned surfboard designer Dan Mann and three-time World Longboard Champion Taylor Jensen, aimed at longboarders seeking versatility without compromising performance. Measuring 8'3" x 21 3/4" x 2 3/4" and featuring a volume of 54.6L, this board embodies an ingenious blend of shortboard concave profiles and a longboard outline, ensuring that riders can both trim confidently on the nose and carve effectively on rail. Tailored for the discerning surfer, The Gem is aptly named for its value as a 'one board in the trunk' option, capable of excelling across a range of conditions and styles typical of 9-foot plus longboards. Its diamond tail further enhances the design, delivering quick responsiveness and fluid maneuverability without sacrificing stability, allowing surfers to experience the best of both worlds.

Constructed with state-of-the-art Helium Core technology, The Gem utilizes a lightweight EPS core combined with variable flex I-beam stringers and sustainable balsa and Paulownia wood in the rails, promoting an optimized flex pattern for enhanced speed and agility in everyday wave conditions. The new wooden nose cap featured in its latest iteration ensures maximum compatibility for noseriding, marking a significant advancement for the modern longboarder. Additionally, Firewire's Timbertek Lamination technology not only solidifies its commitment to sustainability but also contributes to the board's durability and performance. Each ride on The Gem promises an exhilarating blend of elegance and efficiency, making it a quintessential addition to any longboarder's quiver.