This used Firewire Gem 9'5 is a versatile performance longboard developed by Dan Mann and World Longboard Champion Taylor Jensen. Measuring 9'5" x 22 1/2" x 3" at 70.3 liters, this board features Thunderbolt construction and a Futures 2+1 fin setup. It is in great overall condition with a Rider Shack rating of 4 out of 5 and is water tight.
Used Firewire Gem 9'5 Specs
- Brand: Firewire
- Model: The Gem
- Surfboard Type: Longboard
- Length: 9'5"
- Width: 22 1/2"
- Thickness: 3"
- Volume: 70.3L
- Construction: Thunderbolt
- Fin System: Futures
- Fin Setup: 2+1
- Condition: Used – Great Overall Condition
- Used Rating: 4/5 Stars
- Water Tight: Yes
Condition and Repair Details
This Firewire Gem is in great overall condition and has been rated 4 out of 5 by Rider Shack. The board is currently water tight.
- Three professional repairs on the bottom
- One tiny Sun Cure home repair on the deck
- Board is water tight
- Overall Rider Shack condition rating: 4/5
The professional repairs and small deck repair are disclosed so you know exactly what to expect from this pre-owned board. Review the product photos for the best look at the repaired areas and overall cosmetic condition.
About the Firewire Gem
The Gem was developed as a collaboration between Dan Mann and Taylor Jensen. The goal was a versatile longboard that could combine traditional trim and noseriding with the ability to carve and turn more aggressively when the waves offer more power.
Firewire positions the Gem between traditional longboard characteristics and modern performance. The result is a board intended for surfers who want one longboard capable of covering a broad range of surfing styles.
9'5 x 22 1/2 x 3 – 70.3 Liters
This 9'5 Gem measures 22 1/2" wide and 3" thick with 70.3 liters of volume. These dimensions match Firewire's documented 9'5 Gem sizing.
The 9'5 length provides the glide and rail line expected from a full-size longboard while the Gem's design incorporates performance-oriented features intended to make the board more responsive when turning from the tail.
Designed for Trim, Noseriding and Turns
The Gem uses a deep single concave through the nose transitioning into a deep double concave through the tail. Firewire designed this bottom contour to support water flow and speed while balancing the different demands of surfing from the nose and turning from the tail.
A diamond tail shortens the effective rail line through the rear of the board, helping the Gem pivot while maintaining hold and drive. Firewire also incorporates a hard edge into the design for a more performance-oriented feel.
Futures 2+1 Fin Setup
This individual Gem features a Futures 2+1 setup. The Gem is designed to offer different approaches depending on conditions: a single-fin configuration can emphasize traditional trim and noseriding, while adding side bites for a 2+1 setup provides additional control for more performance-oriented surfing.
Thunderbolt Construction
This individual used Gem is identified as being built in Thunderbolt construction. Because Firewire has produced the Gem in different technologies over time and current versions use different construction, this listing retains the Thunderbolt construction information for this specific board rather than substituting specifications from current production.
Who Is the Firewire Gem For?
The Gem is worth considering for a longboarder who wants to combine traditional trim and time on the nose with more progressive rail surfing and turns. Its 9'5" length and 70.3-liter volume provide substantial longboard paddle power and glide, while the diamond tail, bottom contours, and configurable fin setup give the design a more performance-oriented side.
Surfboard sizing depends on the surfer's ability, fitness, body size, preferred waves, and surfing style. Volume is a useful comparison point, but it should not be the only factor when deciding whether this 9'5 Gem is the right board.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dimensions of this Firewire Gem?
This used Gem measures 9'5" x 22 1/2" x 3" with 70.3 liters of volume.
What condition is this board in?
The board is in great overall condition with a Rider Shack rating of 4 out of 5. It is water tight and has three professional repairs on the bottom plus one tiny Sun Cure home repair on the deck.
Is the Firewire Gem designed for noseriding?
Yes. The Gem was designed to combine traditional trim and noseriding with more performance-oriented turning, giving longboarders versatility within a single design.
What fin setup does this Gem use?
This individual board has a Futures 2+1 setup. The Gem design can be configured to emphasize either traditional single-fin surfing or the added control of a 2+1 setup.
Is this Firewire Gem water tight?
Yes. Despite the disclosed previous repairs, Rider Shack has confirmed that the board is currently water tight.
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