NSP's Tinder-D8 Protech 2 is an easy-to-surf all-round shortboard designed by Marcie O'Neill to perform in a wide variety of conditions.
Fast, responsive and versatile, the Tinder-D8 combines down-the-line speed, maneuverability and control, making it an ideal choice for intermediate to advanced surfers looking for a reliable everyday board.
🌊 Wave type
- Performs in virtually all kinds of conditions
- Ideal in waves from 1 to 6 feet
- Perfect for surfers looking for a fast and fun shortboard for both beach breaks and point breaks
🔥 Shape and feel
The Tinder-D8 features:
- Rounded square tail for a balance between control and release
- Fin setup compatible as:
- Thruster
- Quad
- Single concave through the center evolving into double concave between the fins
- Relatively flat rocker for easy speed generation
This design allows for:
- Plenty of down-the-line speed
- Excellent control in the pocket
- Quick transitions and smooth maneuvers
🏄 Protech 2 construction
The Protech 2 technology offers the ideal balance between custom board performance and the durability of advanced manufacturing.
Features:
- 36 g Secure Cell EPS core
- Reinforced lamination:
- Deck 6 + 4 oz
- Fin area reinforcement 6 + 4 oz
- Carbon reinforcements in the tail to better transfer power to the fins
- Tinted resin finish resistant to UV rays
- Elegant, lightweight satin rub finish
🎨 Unique finish
NSP's tinting process gives each board a unique visual finish, with a handcrafted, custom look.
🔧 Fin setup
- System with 3 FTU fin boxes compatible with Futures®
- Includes an MFC-designed thruster fin set
The NSP Tinder-D8 Protech 2 is a fast, versatile and super fun shortboard, perfect for surfers who want modern performance and ease of use in a single board.









