Where it fits
This model is classified as Performance Mid Length Step-Up. Use the documented family, selected size and intended conditions to decide whether that direction matches the surfer's brief.
Performance Mid Length Step-Up
Album Townsend
A hybrid mid length/stepup that works in a wide variety of waves, with added efficiency from the asymmetrical tail. Has the appearance and paddle...
Official manufacturer informationTypical surfer profile
Progressing to Expert surfer seeking a performance mid length step-up.
Wave direction
The available board information associates this model with point break, reef break, hollow waves. Confirm the intended wave range with the manufacturer.
Where it sits in the design range
The Townsend sits in the Performance Mid Length Step-Up family with a Performance Mid Length Step-Up direction. Related models may solve a different design job even when their volume is similar.
Dimensions and volume
Available size range
6'4 to 7'4, 33.5L to 48L across the reviewed board specifications. The table below shows the complete available size range.
| Length | Width | Thickness | Volume | Construction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6'4 | 19.25 | 2.44 | 33.5L | Standard |
| 6'6 | 19.5 | 2.5 | 36.5L | Standard |
| 6'8 | 19.75 | 2.63 | 39.5L | Standard |
| 6'10 | 20 | 2.68 | 42L | Standard |
| 7'0 | 20 | 2.7 | 43.1L | Standard |
| 7'2 | 20.25 | 2.75 | 45.5L | Standard |
| 7'4 | 20.5 | 2.8 | 48L | Standard |
Board design direction
- Public family
- Mid Length
- Detailed category
- Performance Mid Length Step-Up
- Also suits
- mid_length, performance_mid_length, alternative
- Ability guidance
- progressing, intermediate, advanced, expert
- Fin configuration
- Thruster
- Wave intent
- point break, reef break, hollow waves, powerful, average
- Strengths
- drive, hold, projection
- Trade-offs
- release, forgiveness
Guidance describes board characteristics, not a guaranteed performance outcome.
Board DNA
A compact view of how this board is designed to behave. Live stock and sizing remain the main purpose of this page.
- Paddle
- 6 / 10
- Speed
- 7 / 10
- Drive
- 9 / 10
- Release
- 5 / 10
- Hold
- 9 / 10
- Forgiveness
- 5 / 10
- Sensitivity
- 7 / 10
- Outline
- narrow
- Rocker
- medium high entry / high tail
- Rails
- refined
- Quiver role
- step up, travel, reef
Quivrr Board DNA is derived from current manufacturer design information and governed Quivrr classification.
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Quivrr Board Intelligence is generated from governed Board DNA, current board range information and manufacturer source information. Board information updated 2026-07-16. Confirm final specifications with the manufacturer or retailer.