The Dakine The Lineup Surf Traction Pad is your ticket to confident, locked-in board control—built for surfers who want consistent rear-foot placement and dependable grip in everyday to high-performance conditions. With a 3-piece layout, a tapered center arch, and a vert wedge tail kick, this pad helps you load up turns, push harder off the lip, and stay planted when the wave gets punchy.
Performance You Can Feel Underfoot
Dakine’s traction is made for surfers who surf with intent. The Lineup grid pattern delivers reliable traction without feeling overly sticky, while the 7 mm arch gives you a clear reference point for your power stance. Add the 25 mm vert wedge tail kick and you’ve got the leverage needed to drive through rail turns and release with control.
Key Features
- 3-piece pad: Easier placement and customizable spacing to match your stance and tail width.
- Tapered center arch: Helps guide your foot into the sweet spot for repeatable positioning.
- Vert wedge kick: Built for added leverage and confident push through turns.
- Beveled edges: A cleaner feel underfoot with reduced edge catch.
- EVA logo plug: Finished with a Dakine rail logo detail.
Eco-Minded Materials, Marine-Grade Hold
The Lineup pad uses Dakine Friendly Foam—a molded lightweight EVA made from 100% low impact EVA—for a more responsible build without sacrificing performance. It’s backed with 3M® high-grade peel-and-stick adhesive designed for durable, long-lasting hold when installed on a properly prepped deck.
Tech Specs
- Foam: Dakine Friendly Foam molded lightweight EVA (100% low impact EVA)
- Pattern: Lineup grid
- Pieces: 3-piece traction pad
- Center arch: 4.1 cm tapered; 3 mm to 7 mm height
- Tail kick: 25 mm vert wedge tail kick with beveled edges
- Branding: EVA foam plug Dakine rail logo
- Adhesive: 3M® high-grade peel-and-stick
Who It’s For
- Surfers who want a defined arch to find the power zone fast
- Performance shortboard riders looking for extra leverage from a wedge kick
- Anyone upgrading from a flat pad and wanting more control and consistency
Rider Shack Note
Picking up the Dakine The Lineup Surf Traction Pad from Rider Shack supports a small business and a core surf shop run by surfers. Thanks for keeping the stoke local.
FAQ: Dakine The Lineup Surf Traction Pad
Will this traction pad fit most shortboards?
Yes. The 3-piece design lets you adjust spacing to fit a wide range of performance shortboard tail shapes and stance widths. Position the arch and kick where your back foot naturally lands for best results.
What does a vert wedge tail kick do?
The 25 mm vert wedge kick gives you leverage—helping keep your back foot anchored when you’re driving hard through turns, snapping off the lip, or pushing for release.
Is the 7 mm arch too aggressive?
The arch is noticeable in a good way: it provides a reference point so your rear foot lands in the same spot every time. If you’re coming from a flat pad, expect a brief adjustment period before it feels natural.
How do I install it for the best hold?
Remove wax and residue completely, dry the deck, and test placement before peeling the backing. Once applied, press firmly across all sections (especially edges and the kick) and let the adhesive set before surfing for maximum durability.
What is Dakine Friendly Foam?
Friendly Foam is Dakine’s molded lightweight EVA made from 100% low impact EVA, offering a more eco-friendly approach while staying light, grippy, and responsive underfoot.