Checkmate Longboard 9'6" - Longboard Surfboard

The Wayne Rich The Checkmate 9'6" is a performance longboard designed for surfers who want to push their limits without sacrificing the authentic sensations of traditional longboarding. Created in the 80s by the renowned shaper Wayne Rich for legends Donald Takayama and Dewey Weber, this board quickly became a benchmark in the world of longboard competitions.

Its name says it all: Checkmate. This board is designed to dominate the waves with a fast, precise, and incredibly versatile shape. With its 9'6" length, 23 inches width, and 75.9 liters volume, it allows for both elegant noserides and powerful, committed turns.

Its balance between tradition and innovation makes it a board that satisfies both classic surf enthusiasts and modern longboarders seeking performance.

Features

• Brand: Wayne Rich
• Model: The Checkmate
• Dimensions: 9'6" x 23" x 3.13"
• Volume: 75.9 L
• Length: 9'6"
• Width: 23"
• Thickness: 3.13"
• Program: Performance longboard
• Level: Intermediate to expert
• Ideal conditions: Point breaks, reef breaks, beach breaks
• Type of waves: Up to head height and slightly above

A longboard designed for performance

The Checkmate is a true competition board capable of executing maneuvers with fluidity and precision.

Quick on the bottom turn, lively in transitions from rail to rail, and very powerful during take-offs, it allows for dynamic surfing while maintaining the elegance inherent to longboarding.

Its shape offers a perfect balance of speed, control, and maneuverability, ideal for exploiting the full length of the wave.

The best of classic longboarding… with a touch of modernity

Beneath its timeless lines lie several modern design elements that make all the difference.

The evolving hull pairs with traditional 60/40 rails, providing a smooth and natural glide. At the back, a pronounced edge enhances grip and provides more propulsion during tight turns.

At the front, a slight concave under the nose generates more lift and speed, facilitating noserides and the famous hang five or hang ten.

The result is a longboard capable of trimming perfectly, accelerating easily, and responding instantly to the rider's demands.

An ideal board to enhance your surfing

The Wayne Rich The Checkmate is aimed at surfers who want to develop a more complete surfing style.

It allows for:

• performing long and stable noserides;
• accelerating in the pocket of the wave;
• executing powerful bottom turns;
• linking cutbacks smoothly;
• maintaining excellent speed throughout the length of the wave.

Originally designed for the long rights of Santa Barbara, it excels in long, well-shaped waves while remaining effective on reef breaks and beach breaks.

The craftsmanship of Wayne Rich

For over 40 years, Wayne Rich has been shaping surfboards renowned for their precision, quality of craftsmanship, and innovation.

A double winner of the prestigious Boardroom Show, he is recognized for his unique approach that blends respect for classic shapes with modern technologies. His boards are now considered benchmarks by demanding longboarders worldwide.

Why choose the Wayne Rich The Checkmate?

• Historic shape developed for Donald Takayama
• High-performance longboard that is fast and maneuverable
• 60/40 rails providing classic glide
• Slight concave at the nose favoring noserides
• Rear edge providing power and acceleration
• Excellent speed in long sections
• Versatile on point breaks, reefs, and beach breaks
• Ideal for perfecting a technical and elegant surf style