Infinity Surfboard Co. 5F InfinFLEX Tech vs Infinity Surfboard Co. Hook Rail

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Both boards come from Infinity Surfboard Co.: the 5F InfinFLEX Tech is a groveler & hybrid and the Hook Rail is a groveler & hybrid. Documented lengths run 5' 2"–6' 2" for the 5F InfinFLEX Tech and 5' 6"–6' 2" for the Hook Rail.

5F InfinFLEX Tech by Infinity Surfboard Co.

5F InfinFLEX Tech

Infinity Surfboard Co.

Groveler & hybrid

Groveler & hybrid

No reviews yet

5F is our staple groveler shape that has been in our lineup since 2011! high volume short performance board. 5 fins to have some versatility and fine tuning to different conditions. It's a proven shape that has lasted the test of time. We always seem to keep going back to the 5F when looking for a tried and true everyday surf shape! The "InfinFLEX" version is an EPS core which is vacuum bagged with a Carbon Fiber a

Wave size

Waist → Head-high

Wave power

Moderate

Length
5' 2"–6' 2"
Hook Rail by Infinity Surfboard Co.

Hook Rail

Infinity Surfboard Co.

Groveler & hybrid

Groveler & hybrid

No reviews yet

The Hook Rail is an archived model from the 80's era originally designed by Steve Boehne and Terry Senate. The "hook" described the unique bottom rail shape that grips through turns and rail transitions at the tail wing. This model was a team favorite and one of our most popular boards in the early thruster era. For 2022 Dave Boehne took the original templates and spec'd out one of his original boards from his wall

Wave size

Knee → Head-high

Wave power

Moderate

Length
5' 6"–6' 2"
Width
18.88"–21"
Thickness
2 1/4"–2 1/2"
Volume
25.5 L–35.9 L

Size ranges describe each model's documented stock sizes, not a specific board. Compare every spec side by side.

Quick answers

What is the difference between the Infinity Surfboard Co. 5F InfinFLEX Tech and the Infinity Surfboard Co. Hook Rail?

The Infinity Surfboard Co. 5F InfinFLEX Tech is a groveler & hybrid and the Infinity Surfboard Co. Hook Rail is a groveler & hybrid.

How do surfers rate the 5F InfinFLEX Tech and the Hook Rail?

The 5F InfinFLEX Tech has no reviews yet, and the Hook Rail has no reviews yet.

Should I buy the 5F InfinFLEX Tech or the Hook Rail?

Choose on the waves you surf most and the size that suits your weight. The 5F InfinFLEX Tech is a groveler & hybrid and the Hook Rail is a groveler & hybrid; each model page lists its documented stock sizes and reviews from surfers who ride it.

Are the 5F InfinFLEX Tech and Hook Rail made by the same shaper?

Yes. Both are Infinity Surfboard Co. models.

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