POD® Bodysurfing Handboards – The Original Shape, Refined Over 37 Years
Where It All Began
Since 1988, POD® has shaped the evolution of bodysurfing handboards – a legacy built in the waves, tested by time, and refined through real-world performance. What began as an experiment in handboard hydrodynamics has evolved into a signature range trusted by bodysurfers worldwide.
Each board in the POD® line carries the same philosophy: form, flow, and function working together to Protect Our Destiny in the ocean.
The Evolution of a Signature Shape
From our first-handcrafted prototypes in the late '80s to today's streamlined, high-performance range, POD handboards are more than just equipment; they're a connection between rider and wave.
Our shapes have been perfected and refined through decades of testing across Australia's most demanding surf. Every curve and contour in a POD® handboard is designed for natural lift, control, and glide, with little to no splash back that flat boards cannot deliver, allowing you to harness the ocean's power with ease and confidence.
Whether you're discovering bodysurfing for the first time or chasing the perfect pocket, the POD® handboard range delivers the balance, buoyancy, and speed every bodysurfer deserves.
Meet the WOW 13" – Compact Power, Precision Control.
Introducing the WOW 13" POD Handboard, a bold step forward in bodysurfing performance. This ultra-responsive model is precision-shaped for riders who demand maximum speed and manoeuvrability in compact surf conditions.
- Compact 13" design – for fast takeoffs and tighter control in punchy waves
- Bodysurfing formulation – purposefully formulated, sustainable polyurethane construction for superior buoyancy and flow, best suited to bodysurfing
- Refined concave base – channels water for lift and speed while maintaining a smooth, predictable glide
- Ergonomic hand strap system – secure comfort and adjustable fit for long sessions
- Craftsmanship – every WOW made with care, precision, and POD® heritage
Engineered for body surfers who live for clean takeoffs, fast transitions, and deep pocket rides, the WOW 13" is proof that less board can mean more performance.
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Cedar and Walnut POD Handboards Series
Three sizes of bodysurfing boards crafted in Cedar and Walnut; just like a surfer wants the best size surfboard for his height and weight, we shaped 9, 12 and 15-inch handplanes to do precisely the same, best suited to the bodysurfer's height and weight to offer the best upward hydrofoil planing surface for the best bodysurfing experience wave after wave.
The EGO 225mm 9-inch
The POD handboard's tiny Ego shape is a true testament to the unparalleled craftsmanship that goes into each piece. This scaled-down version, 225 mm/9 inches, is crafted from solid Cedar and Walnut. This great-sized board suits upwards of 80 kgs. These handboards have unique grain characteristics and colours, unlike any other board shape in the bodysurfing world.
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WOO 300mm 12inch
Woo hoo! Indulge in the unparalleled artistry of our 300 mm/12-inch solid, the most popular size and suit bodysurfer up to 90 kgs; the hand is positioned and strapped into the natural swimming position directly above the board's pivot point and keel fin, with palm hold and support for even better comfort and hand grip.
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FLO 375mm 15inch
Experience the unbeatable artisanal quality of our big cruiser, FLO 375 mm 15-inch, for bodysurfers weighing over 90 kg. Its 37.5 cm x 21.8 cm planning surface area provides extra lift. It has all the unique features of the Ego and Woo handplanes.
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DIY Model - POD Handboard Hand Body Soul®
Now, for the very first time in bodysurfing! The POD versatile body surfing experience - You can ride the Hand Body Soul® 380mm or 15" POD handboard either way! Includes the new POD 316-grade stainless steel webbing hand-strap bridge retainers.
The wood is laminated to the correct thickness and bent to the exact concave/convex shape, almost identical to the handcrafted wooden POD Handboard and the solid plastic POD handboard.
Every handplane is hand-sanded and undercoated. It requires light sanding and further coats, by brush or spray in clear or a colour of your choice.
- Left: Long Bodysurfing Handboard Position
- Right: Short Bodysurfing Handboard Position
- Laser cut POD® and HAND BODY SOUL® trademarks.
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POD Handboards - Original Classic Handplane
The POD Bodysurfing Handboard Classic retains all the original elements that have stood the test of time, a sustainable, solid, built plastic board designed to pass down to future body surfing generations, featuring a hand strap that complements the body surfer's hand natural swimming position, directly above the board's pivot point and keel fin when applied. With this innovative strap positioning, you'll enjoy lift, speed and greater control for an unparalleled body surfing experience.
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POD Handboards Solid Timber - Where It All Began
The POD Limited Edition Wood Model is a testament to our commitment to handcrafted quality. Each board is meticulously crafted from select-grade Australian Cedar, ensuring a luxury and exclusivity unmatched in the bodysurfing world.
These solid timber body surfing handplanes are best suited for the dedicated and experienced body surfer who also appreciates the beauty of wood characteristics.
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From the first wave to the next, POD® handboards deliver performance, precision, and the heritage you can trust. POD® Chase It® WE Do!