Stamps Surfboards Grinder vs Stamps Surfboards Shadow

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Both boards come from Stamps Surfboards: the Grinder is a shortboard and the Shadow is a shortboard. Documented lengths run 5' 6"–6' 2" for the Grinder and 5' 7"–6' 1" for the Shadow.

Grinder by Stamps Surfboards

Grinder

Stamps Surfboards

Shortboard

Shortboard

No reviews yet

An overall lower rocker and a wider outline characterizes this model. Great for everyday conditions, yet works when it gets good as well. The outline is based on some of the very functional curves of the 80's with a fuller template and 'hip' to break up the outline for looseness. All the modern conveniences of contemporary rocker, foil, and contours. One of the most versatile, user friendly shortboard designs.

Wave size

Waist → Head-high

Wave power

Moderate

Length
5' 6"–6' 2"
Width
18 3/4"–20 1/4"
Thickness
2 1/8"–2 5/8"
Volume
26.2 L–34.8 L
Fin setup
thruster/quad
Shadow by Stamps Surfboards

Shadow

Stamps Surfboards

Shortboard

Shortboard

No reviews yet

A high performance smaller wave design with a lower rocker line with a wider, more balanced outline. Bottom contours are a single concave running into a slight vee off the tail. The fin area features an inset blended double concave. The wing in the outline reduces tail area behind the back foot as well as creating a 'breaking point' in the outline for release and pivot.

Wave size

Knee → Waist-high

Length
5' 7"–6' 1"
Width
19 1/4"–20"
Thickness
2 1/4"–2 1/2"

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 Stamps Surfboards Grinder and the Stamps Surfboards Shadow?

The Stamps Surfboards Grinder is a shortboard and the Stamps Surfboards Shadow is a shortboard.

What fin setup do the Grinder and Shadow use?

The Grinder is listed as thruster/quad, and the Shadow does not list a fin setup.

How do surfers rate the Grinder and the Shadow?

The Grinder has no reviews yet, and the Shadow has no reviews yet.

Should I buy the Grinder or the Shadow?

Choose on the waves you surf most and the size that suits your weight. The Grinder is a shortboard and the Shadow is a shortboard; each model page lists its documented stock sizes and reviews from surfers who ride it.

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