FLO 375mm 15inch Wood POD Handboards - Bodysurfing Handplane

The FLO 375mm 15inch Cedar Walnut POD® Handboard - Built for Powerful Wave Riding

The FLO 375mm (15-inch) POD® handboard is the largest model in the wooden handboard range, designed for bodysurfers who ride stronger, more demanding conditions.

When wave energy increases, control becomes the difference. The FLO is built to work with your position, trim, and timing, helping you hold speed, stay stable under pressure, and maintain your line through powerful sections.

Crafted from solid Cedar and Walnut, each board is shaped for riders who want maximum surface area, dependable hold, and a composed, predictable feel when conditions demand commitment.

Maximum Planing Surface - Stability and Hold Under Load

The FLO 375mm handboard provides the largest planing surface in the POD range, offering increased stability and earlier engagement when entering more powerful waves.

Rather than forcing performance, the additional surface area supports cleaner entry, improved balance, and sustained hold as pressure builds. This allows the rider to stay composed and maintain control across open faces and critical sections.

Its scale makes it best suited to bodysurfers who are already comfortable positioning themselves in stronger conditions and want a board that supports that level of commitment.

• Experienced and advanced bodysurfers riding larger or more powerful waves.
• Increased stability when wave energy builds
• Consistent hold through open faces and critical sections
• Maximum surface area for control under load

Signature POD Wood Craftsmanship

Like all POD wooden handboards, the FLO reflects decades of refinement in both material selection and structural design. A solid walnut centre acts as a structural stringer, delivering strength and resistance to torsional load, while lighter cedar wings contribute controlled flex and responsiveness.

This combination allows the board to remain stable under pressure while still adjusting cleanly as conditions change.

Each handboard is produced through CAD design, precision CNC machining, laser engraving, and careful hand finishing. Natural variations in grain and colour ensure every board is unique.

Comfort, Control, and Hydrodynamic Design

Every POD wooden handboard is shaped to work with a natural swimming position while managing load efficiently through the water.

• Ergonomic Palm Support: A convex deck supports the natural curvature of the hand, reducing fatigue and maintaining a relaxed swimming position. 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 retainers secure a wide 65 mm double-padded neoprene strap. This distributes pressure evenly across the hand, improving comfort and maintaining a secure, stable connection during higher load situations.
• Hydrodynamic Bottom Shape: A deep 20 mm concave with an integrated keel fin is designed to work 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, without forcing performance.

FLO 375mm Handboard Specifications

• Volume: 953 cm³ / 953 ml / 0.2517 US gallon
• Lifting Force: Up to 110 kg / 242 lb
• Size: 375 mm (15") × 218 mm (8.25") × 45 mm (1.77")
• Weight: 460-480 g (varies with timber grain density)
• Deck: Convex with ergonomic palm support
• Bottom: Deep 20 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 webbing
• Wrist Leash: Adjustable, reversible for left-handed use
• Finish: Laser engraving, satin protective coating

Longevity and Care

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 for impact and moisture protection.
• Avoid Excess Heat: Do not leave the board in hot cars or direct sunlight, as heat can affect timber and finishes.
• Inspect and Maintain: Check for signs of wear and recoat with marine-grade satin when required.

Your Partnership with the Board

The FLO is built for moments when the wave has more energy and less margin for error. It responds to your position, your timing, and how you engage with the water.

In return, your POD® original will support control, stability, and consistent flow through more demanding conditions.

A Legacy of Bodysurfing Design

This design lineage is documented in our long-form article, "Successful 30 Years," which traces the development of POD handboards through decades of hands-on experimentation. Read more.

Learn More

• Choosing the Right Handboard: Human Hydrofoil
• Technique and Use: How to Bodysurf with a Handboard
• Freestyle or Assisted Riding: Bodysurfing with or without a Handboard