Let your pup let off steam and perform like a pro surfer. The Alpha Dog 4'5 is the perfect size and fit for your young pup looking to improve their surfing. The contour of the shape encourages a lightweight surfer to surf with smoother and more powerful moves in any type of wave. A little friendly advice: this board is for the more experienced young dogs with a lot of progression in mind and not for the very first waves.

5-Fin setup

This is definitely the cherry on the cake. With 5 futures fins you always have all the options when it comes to fin positioning in different wave types. A quad setup, 2 fins on each side, for more speed and looser for maneuvers. A thruster setup, 2 side fins + 1 center fin, for more carving and grip on bottom turns. The choice for a specific fin setup can be very personal and depends heavily on the surfer's personal preferences. But don't worry, you have all the options!

Futures fin boxes

Futures is a universal fin system used by all leading surfboard brands. The Futures fin system is the lightest and strongest system in the world. Softdog has chosen this system because it is a proven, uncomplicated and very durable solution. This system is compatible with all fins that carry the Futures adapter. They come in all the colors, shapes, sizes and setups you've ever dreamed of.

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The topside of the board, the Soft Skin IXPE, is always groovy :) Like a lizard skin, the eco-friendly IXPE material has a nice and deep texture that offers plenty of grip.

Do I need to wax my board? Yes and no :) Basically you don't need to wax your Softdog, but if you want to ride it a bit more radically... a little extra wax is your dog's best friend! Waxing is also a form of meditation and a cool thing to do. If you want to surf with booties, waxing becomes less important. So it's entirely up to you whether you need waxing or not.

Specs

Length: 4'5"

Width: 18"

Thickness: 2 5/16

Volume: 22L+

Fin-Set-up: 5 Fin

Color: White/Grey