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Chopstix CSE

High-Performance like no other!

The Chopstix CSE is a collaboration between NSP and some of its top riders requesting an all-around high-performance shortboard that would allow them to surf at the top of their game when the surf is absolutely firing.


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Bottom: Single concave
Rider:
Intermediate – pro
Wave type:
1ft – triple overhead


Design:
The Chopstix features a clean, rounded tail with a thruster fin setup, combined with a single concave running the length of the board and a unique low-forward rocker allowing you to get into waves early and providing massive acceleration and speed control once surfing.

The essence of the Chopstix is an absurdly predictable board for critical moments and a solid platform for driving off the tail, while giving snaps and gouges a powerful feel.

Additional carbon stringers on deck- and bottom provide additional strength.

NSP’s Dual Band Carbon Technology ingeniously integrates dual carbon bands into the core of the board, strategically positioned where a traditional surfboard stringer would be. This innovative approach allows for a stringer-less blank and enhances flex, delivering superior drive and responsiveness. By optimising the flex pattern, these boards offer an exhilaratingly lively feel, providing surfers with unmatched performance and agility on the waves.


Fins:
Comes with FTU fin boxes and compatible with Futures® Fins (fins not included) – Scroll to the bottom of this page for high-performance NSP fins and accessories that complement the Chopstix CSE.



 

Size Chart

LengthWidthThicknessVolumeWeight +/- 5%
5'4"18"2 ³/¹⁶"23 Liters2.02 Kg
5'6"18 ¹/¹⁶"2 ¹/⁴"24.2 Liters2.06 Kg
5'8"18 ⁹/¹⁶"2 ¹/⁴"25.7 Liters2.17 Kg
5'10"19 ¹/⁸"2 ³/⁸"28.1 Liters2.41 Kg
6'0"19 ¹/⁴"2 ¹/²"30.5 Liters2.49 Kg
6'2"19 ¹/²"2 ¹/²"32.7 Liters2.57 Kg
6'4"19 ⁷/⁸"2 ⁵/⁸"36.3 Liters2.78 Kg

Description

Who’s the Chopstix CSE for

Compared to the Tinder-D8, which is another high-performance shortboard in the NSP line-up, the Chopstix is the uncompromised shape of the two. Designed for hard surfing in critical conditions, the Chopstix does away with excess volume and offers its riders a rapid build-up in speed and the tools to slash away at anything from one foot to triple overheads monsters.

Chopstix options

Chopstix CSE
Chopstix Dual Band Carbon CSEChopstix CSE

We decided to build the Chopstix CSE in Shaper’s Union Custom Surf Epoxy construction (CSE), which is our most premium construction method and usually reserved for specific designs with a unique glassing schedule.

Established to bring new energy and high performance to the surf line-up, Shapers Union is NSP’s way to showcase the incredible skill and talent of some of the most accomplished shapers in the world.

What’s unusual about this design is that it wasn’t created by one shaper necessarily. Instead, NSP teamriders refined an existing shape as a collective and with the performance parameters we had in mind for the Chopstix CSE, we simply couldn’t choose any other construction than Shapers Union.

Shapers' Union Thunderbolt logo

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Chopstix Dual Band CSE construction

Built with custom surf epoxy lay-up with a clear UV-stable resin and satin rub finish and combined with a CNC-cut EPS core.

The Chopstix CSE is laminated with a full 220g biaxial 4oz deck and 6oz bottom, 4oz patches around the fin boxes, a 6mm wood stringer, a bottom carbon stringer, and a carbon-reinforced tail.

The Chopstix CSE now features an additional carbon stringer on the deck and bottom for additional strength, giving you a durable shortboard with great flex and performance, that feels light and responsive.

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Chopstix testimonials

1) “To me man, this is what it’s always been about. To get people stoked about what they are riding. Goes back to my snow days and I just get stoked on people finding things that work outside of their normal thinking/routine. Especially in the surf.”

“NSP boards have made huge steps in producing ripping boards, that work! I’m back on the 6.2 Chopstix. That board rips man.”
Monty Roach, Surftech and NSP Sales Rep, California

2) “The Chopstix is one of the best boards I’ve ever had. The ability of this board to adapt to the type of waves is incredible. The combination of the control and the speed is amazing and the rail of this board allows us to connect maneuvers with the flow. It is a super versatile board, I can use my 5’10 from one- to two meters and when the waves get bigger I get my 6’0.

This is my favorite board for rail maneuvers, progressive maneuvers and for barrels.”
Tomás Lacerda. NSP Team Rider Portugal

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    Bag details

    Bag NameDimensionsDesigned for
    Board sock 6'6" 6'6 x stretchyFits all Chopstix
    Surf Day Bag 9'6" 4mm191 x 62 cm5'4", 5'6", 5'8", 5'10" and 6'0"
    Surf day bag 7'0 4mm218 x 64 cm6'2" and 6'4"
    Surf travel bag 6'0 8mm191 x 62 cm5'4", 5'6", 5'8", 5'10" and 6'0"
    Surf travel bag 7'0 8mm218 x 64 cm6'2" and 6'4"

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