What skill level is the Sweet Potato for?

The Sweet Potato is designed for All levels surfers.

What kind of waves is the Sweet Potato best in?

The Sweet Potato works best in Small and Soft Conditions.

What wave size does the Sweet Potato suit?

The Sweet Potato performs best in 1-3ft waves.

What fin setup does the Sweet Potato use?

The Sweet Potato has a 5 Fins set up.

What type of surfboard is the Sweet Potato?

The Sweet Potato has a Groveler outline.

What volume does the Sweet Potato come in?

The Sweet Potato is available in a 31–57.1 L volume range.

Sweet Potato

Name: Sweet Potato
Brand: Firewire

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The Sweet Potato, designed by Dan Mann, is a high-performance groveler perfect for small waves. Known for its wide, flat, and thick shape, this board excels in weak, fat, and flat conditions. The board features a swallow tail and deep double concave, enhancing maneuverability and drive. With a low entry and exit rocker, it offers easy paddling and effortless takeoffs. Ideal for 1-3ft surf, the Sweet Potato turns otherwise unrideable waves into fun sessions, making it an essential board to keep in your trunk for all conditions.

Specs Overview

Outline: Groveler

Ability Level: All levels

Wave Height: 1-3ft

Wave Type: Small and Soft Conditions

Fin Type: 5 Fins

Concave: Double Concave

Entry Rocker: Low

Exit Rocker: Low

Overall Rocker: Low

Rail Type: Low/Medium

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	Sweet Potato FirewireThis board	Astro Pop Pyzel
Dimensions
Wave Height	1-3ft	1-6ft
Concave	Double Concave	Double to Vee
Entry Rocker	Low	Low
Exit Rocker	Low	Moderate
Rail Type	Low/Medium	Medium

Silhouettes are normalized to the same nose-to-tail length, so this is a shape comparison rather than a true-scale view. Outlines are generated automatically from product photos, not CAD files, so minor inaccuracies can occur.

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Frequently asked questions

What skill level is the Sweet Potato for?: The Sweet Potato is designed for All levels surfers.
What kind of waves is the Sweet Potato best in?: The Sweet Potato works best in Small and Soft Conditions.
What wave size does the Sweet Potato suit?: The Sweet Potato performs best in 1-3ft waves.
What fin setup does the Sweet Potato use?: The Sweet Potato has a 5 Fins set up.
What type of surfboard is the Sweet Potato?: The Sweet Potato has a Groveler outline.
What volume does the Sweet Potato come in?: The Sweet Potato is available in a 31–57.1 L volume range.

Firewire

Firewire Surfboards, founded in 2006, is renowned for its innovative designs and sustainability. Based in Carlsbad, California, Firewire focuses on reducing environmental impact using eco-friendly materials and processes. Collaborating with surfing legends like Kelly Slater and Rob Machado, and iconic shapers like Dan Mann and Tomo, Firewire integrates advanced technologies like Volcanic, Ibolic, Helium, TimberTek, and LFT into their products. The company's surfboards are celebrated for performance and durability.

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