Firewire Machado Seaside 3-Piece Surfboard Traction Pad - Grey
The Firewire Machado Seaside 3-Piece Surfboard Traction Pad is designed to complement Rob Machado's Seaside-style boards with a low-profile, performance-focused platform that adds grip without making the tail feel bulky. Its three-piece layout gives you flexibility when positioning the pad and works especially well on wider fish-inspired tail shapes. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
This updated Seaside pad features a flat profile, a 27mm tail kick, and a diamond groove tread pattern for secure rear-foot traction. The narrower and slightly shorter design keeps the pad streamlined while still giving your back foot a dependable reference point for driving through turns and controlling the board at speed. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Firewire builds the pad with BLOOM foam, a flexible material made using algae biomass harvested from freshwater sources. Firewire says the material offers improved durability, shock absorption, and reduced weight compared with conventional foams. A 3M adhesive backing helps keep the pad securely attached to your board once properly installed. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Why You'll Love It
- Designed to pair with Rob Machado's Seaside-style surfboards
- Three-piece configuration allows flexible placement on wider tails
- Flat profile keeps the underfoot feel clean and low profile
- 27mm tail kick provides a solid rear-foot reference
- Diamond groove pattern delivers dependable traction
- BLOOM foam construction is lightweight and shock absorbing
- 3M adhesive backing provides secure attachment
Product Features
- Brand: Firewire
- Model: Machado Seaside Pad
- Color: Grey
- Pieces: 3
- Profile: Flat
- Tail Kick: 27mm
- Tread: Diamond groove
- Material: BLOOM foam
- Adhesive: 3M adhesive backing
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