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Good Wave High Performance Shortboard / Step Up

Chilli FAD3R review

The FAD3R is a refined evolution of the original Fader, blending its predecessor’s smooth glide and versatility with enhanced performance and paddle power. This...

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Good Wave High Performance Shortboard / Step Up

FAD3R

The FAD3R is a refined evolution of the original Fader, blending its predecessor’s smooth glide and versatility with enhanced performance and paddle power. This...

Chilli FAD3R board-family silhouette; an exact verified model image is not currently available
Primary categoryGood Wave High Performance Shortboard / Step Up
Also suitsstep_up, good_wave
Fin intentThruster
Best suited forprogressing, intermediate, advanced, expert
Quiver positionStep-up

Behavioural profile

Quivrr Board DNA

Paddle
10 / 10Exceptional
Speed
8 / 10Strong
Drive
8 / 10Strong
Release
8 / 10Strong
Hold
7 / 10Strong
Forgiveness
8 / 10Strong
Sensitivity
8 / 10Strong
Weak waves
7 / 10Strong
Powerful waves
6 / 10Moderate
Beach
9 / 10Exceptional
Point
7 / 10Strong
Reef
6 / 10Moderate
Outline
balanced
Rocker
medium low entry / medium tail
Rails
medium
Tail
squash
Bottom
single, double, vee
Fins
thruster, five fin
Style
versatile, balanced, easy performance, fast, drivey, forgiving, stable
Quiver roles
daily driver, one board quiver

Quivrr Board DNA is derived from current manufacturer design information and governed Quivrr classification. It does not imply manufacturer endorsement.

What it was designed to do

The FAD3R sits in the Good Wave High Performance Shortboard / Step Up board family and follows a Good Wave High Performance Shortboard / Step Up direction. This describes design intent; it is not a score, award or claim that the model suits every surfer.

What it does well

FAD3R follows a Good Wave High Performance Shortboard / Step Up direction within the Good Wave High Performance Shortboard / Step Up family. Its low paddle support and Thruster fin setup help define where it may fit; the final result still depends on size, construction, rider and conditions.

Check the current manufacturer details →

Best suited for

Available board information associates this model with beach break, open face, point break. The available rider guidance includes progressing, intermediate, advanced, expert.

Riding feel

Fin options: Thruster. Paddle support: low. The final feel depends on size, construction and conditions.

Where it sits in your quiver

This model most naturally sits in the step-up position. Its actual role depends on the selected size, your existing boards and usual conditions.

Things to keep in mind

  • glide
  • turning radius

Board guidance is kept separate from live inventory. A model may be documented without being available in a specific size or region.

Sizing guide

25.5L to 40.5L in the available board specifications. Use litres alongside length, width, rails, outline and foam distribution. Confirm current specifications before choosing a size.

Design details

Available specifications place the FAD3R in the Good Wave High Performance Shortboard / Step Up family, with a Good Wave High Performance Shortboard / Step Up design direction, Thruster fin options and low paddle support. Use the linked manufacturer source to confirm current construction and dimensions.

Bodhi's Board Notes

Ask Bodhi to relate this design to your ability, preferred volume, current board, quiver and usual waves.