EGO 225mm 9inch Wood POD Handboards - Bodysurfing Handplanes

EGO 225mm POD Wood Handboard - Cedar and Walnut Bodysurfing Handplane

The EGO 225mm is a solid cedar and walnut POD® bodysurfing handboard, shaped for agile precision and a deeply connected feel through the wave. At 225mm x 200mm, the compact planing surface moves with the body rather than against it, making it well suited to tight sections, barrel riding, and rapid directional changes.

Once you are in position, the difference is how well you hold it. The EGO supports that connection, helping you stay higher, move cleaner, and keep your line through the wave.

Each EGO handplane is an individual piece. Natural variations in grain and colour mean no two boards are identical.

Who the EGO Suits

The EGO suits smaller hands, youth, and experienced bodysurfers who favour technical movement and refined control. Its compact scale makes it nimble through critical sections where a larger handboard would resist rather than respond.

For riders exploring freestyle bodysurfing or seeking balanced propulsion across both hands, the EGO is also available as a Duo POD Handboards set, supporting symmetry and stroke efficiency.

Cedar and Walnut - POD Wood Construction

Like all POD wooden handplanes, the EGO reflects decades of refinement in both design and construction. A solid walnut centre acts as a structural stringer, delivering strength and stability, while lighter cedar wings contribute responsiveness and controlled flex.

This combination balances durability with sensitivity, allowing the board to respond naturally to movement in the water rather than feeling rigid or disconnected.

Each handboard is produced through CAD design, precision CNC machining, laser engraving, and careful hand finishing. Natural variations in grain and colour ensure no two boards are identical, reinforcing the EGO as both a functional bodysurfing handplane and a crafted object.

Palm Support, Strap System, and Bottom Shape

Every POD wooden handboard is shaped to support a natural swimming position and efficient transfer of force.

• Ergonomic palm support: A convex deck with integrated palm hold supports the natural curvature of the hand, reducing fatigue associated with flat-deck handplanes. The hand sits directly above the pivot point and keel fin, allowing the board to work with your movement rather than against it.
• Purpose-built strap system: Custom 50 mm hand strap retainers secure a wide 65 mm double-padded neoprene strap. This distributes load evenly across the hand, improving comfort and maintaining a stable connection without over-tightening.
• Hydrodynamic bottom shape: A deep 16 mm concave with an integrated keel fin works with water flow to support lift, directional control, and cleaner movement across the wave. This helps you stay higher in the water and maintain speed once engaged.

EGO 225mm Handboard Specifications

• Volume: 485 cm³ / 485 ml / 0.1281 US liquid gallon
• Lifting Force: Up to 70 kg / 154.3 lb
• Size: 225 mm × 200 mm × 41 mm (9" × 7.87" × 1.61")
• Weight: 250-280 g (varies with timber grain density)
• Deck: Convex with ergonomic palm hold and support
• Bottom: Deep 16 mm concave with keel fin
• Strap System: Natural swimming hand position above pivot point, custom POD 50 mm retainer, 65 mm double-padded neoprene strap, adjustable 50 mm webbing
• Wrist Leash: Adjustable, reversible for left-handed use
• Finish: Laser engravings, satin protective coating

Care and Longevity

Proper care ensures your wooden handboard continues to perform and age naturally.

• Strap adjustment: Set the strap snugly once. For regular use, slide your hand between the strap and palm support to preserve Velcro longevity.
• Protective storage: Supplied with reusable packaging foam and hemp drawstring cover offering impact, moisture, and water resistance.
• Avoid excess heat: Do not leave the board in hot cars or direct sunlight. Heat affects timber and protective finishes.
• Inspect and maintain: Check for grain separation or surface dulling. Recoat with marine-grade satin when required to maintain water resistance.

Your Partnership with the Board

This handboard moves with you in the surf. It responds to your position, your timing, and how you engage with the wave. Rinse it after use, protect it from excessive heat, and maintain its finish when needed.

In return, your POD® original will continue to support flow, control, and connection over years of use.

A Legacy of Bodysurfing Design

Since the 1980s, POD founder and designer Shane Vassallo has shaped and refined handboards - bodysurfing handplanes, hand planes, and handboards across cedar, walnut, and limited timber species. That design lineage spans over 35 years of hands-on experimentation in real surf conditions.

Learn More

• Choosing the right handboard: Explore sizing and design principles in How to Choose a Bodysurfing Handboard.
• Technique and use: Read How to Bodysurf with a Handboard for practical guidance.