SLATER DESIGNS 3 PIECE ARCH TRACTION PAD | 3-PIECE REAR SURF GRIP WITH ARCH

SLATER DESIGNS 3-PIECE ARCH SURF TRACTION PAD: CHAMPION GRIP, PLANET CONSCIENCE

When the most decorated surfer in history makes a request, the industry listens. The Slater Designs 3-Piece Arch Traction Pad is the result of a process that began with a specific demand from Kelly Slater—to add an extra cutout to the arch—and the surfing community asking for a rear grip with a square texture for better hold. The result is a three-piece surf pad that redefines what a grip can offer: millimeter-precise control in every turn, exceptional lightness, and the strongest environmental commitment on the market.

FUNCTIONAL DESIGN CONCEIVED IN THE WATER

Every cutout, every section, and every millimeter of texture on this grip responds to a real performance need. It is not design for design's sake: it is geometry at the service of high-level surfing.

• Rear-third cutouts: positioned to execute sharp, fast turns from the bottom, with the foot well-locked and without losing traction.
• Circular and parallel cutouts on the front two-thirds: allow for pumping with the front foot on the pad, optimizing speed generation on long sections.
• Additional arch cutout: the distinguishing feature requested by Slater himself. It provides tactile sensitivity and a clear reference for foot positioning at all times.
• Square tread: larger contact surface and multi-directional grip, even in cold water conditions or with the board in motion.

BLOOM FOAM: ALGAE TECHNOLOGY FOR CLEANER SURFING

The Slater Designs 3-Piece Arch Traction Pad is made with BLOOM foam, a high-performance material obtained from algae biomass harvested from freshwater sources around the world. This is not a marketing claim: it is patented technology with verifiable environmental impact.

• Improves water quality: harvesting excess algae frees aquatic ecosystems from uncontrolled growth that harms plants, animals, and human communities.
• Recirculates freshwater: the process returns clean water to the natural habitat after treatment.
• Captures CO₂: actively contributes to the reduction of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
• Reduces oil dependency: by replacing conventional foams derived from fossil fuels with a material of natural and renewable origin.
• Greater durability and lower weight: algae technology produces foam with better impact absorption that is more durable and lighter than conventional EVA.
• 100% sustainable packaging: packaging made from post-consumer recycled materials, vegetable-based (soy) inks, and biodegradable wrap.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Construction: 3-piece
• Dimensions: 31.75 cm wide × 32.4 cm high (12.5" × 12.75")
• Arch: yes, with additional cutout designed by Kelly Slater
• Texture: square tread
• Adhesive: high-strength 3M
• Material: BLOOM algae biomass foam (patented technology)
• Packaging: post-consumer recycled, soy inks, biodegradable wrap

CORE SURFING TEAM TIP

"The arch cutout makes a difference when surfing gets serious. With this pad, you know exactly where your foot is without having to look at the board, and in waves that require fast, powerful turns, that’s a priceless advantage. If you also surf in freshwater spots or care about your gear's impact on the planet, BLOOM foam is the definitive argument for choosing it." — Core Surfing Team

SLATER DESIGNS GUARANTEE: SURF BETTER, LEAVE LESS

Slater Designs was born from the collaboration between Kelly Slater—11-time world champion and the most decorated surfer in the history of the sport—and Firewire Surfboards, a global benchmark in surfing material innovation. Officially founded in 2017, the brand channeled decades of Slater’s competitive experience along with Firewire's R&D to create products that do not compromise performance for sustainability: they demand both. Under the implicit motto that better surfing and cleaner surfing are not opposing concepts, Slater Designs has developed boards, grips, and leashes that have become a benchmark for high-level surfers who also understand the responsibility that comes with practicing a sport in the ocean.

GRIP CARE AND MAINTENANCE

• Rinse the grip with fresh water after each session, especially in areas where salt accumulates.
• For stubborn dirt, use a soft brush with soap and water.
• Avoid solvents or abrasive products that could degrade the BLOOM foam.
• Before applying the pad, thoroughly clean and dry the board surface: a surface free of wax and dust ensures maximum adhesion of the 3M adhesive.
• Press each piece firmly for at least 60 seconds after placement and allow to set for 24 hours before your first session.

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