SURFBOARDS BY JT

Justin Ternes, the mastermind behind Dark Arts Surf, began his glassing career as an eighteen-year-old kid, flipping through the yellow pages in search of a job in the space he loved most. Surfing had become an essential part of life. In the peripheral, he was a punk-rock bassist in the rural environs of Jamul, a country suburb on the outskirts of San Diego.

In 1990, he walked into Fiber Glass Works, a glassing shop near Mission Beach, with grit and a hungry heart. Before long, Justin’s natural ingenuity brought his hands in contact with every part of the surfboard making process. He worked with industry-leading brands like Rusty and Channel Islands. He dove deeper into the surfboard-making-world, rubbing shoulders and resin-stained skin with crafting greats Stu Kenos, Hank Warner, and Chris Christenson. The overflow of new knowledge, ability, and a desire to offer the surfing world a missing puzzle piece birthed JT Shapes in 2001. 

While continuing in production and shaping, FireWire recognized Justin’s skill in 2006 upon opening their new factory in San Diego. They hired him as their production manager. Justin’s eyes grew wider, and his expertise twofold as they explored alternative and creative ways of making a surfboard. After a few years, to cut costs, FireWire moved production to Thailand. This change forced Justin to solve surfboard production and shaping problems and improve on industry offerings.

Justin then soon built a 600 square foot functioning factory plus two shipping containers, on his land in Jamul. Here he put his nose to the grindstone further still and perfected the Carbon vacuum EPS surfboard. Meanwhile, shapers and riders alike continued to request his talents as respect for the quality of his work grew in Southern California and out into the World Surf League. In 2018, Dark Arts Surf rose for the masses from a journey seeded in finding answers and missing parts with a single-visioned goal of shaping and producing world-class surfboards.

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JT's newest performance shortboard. Good in a wide range of conditions and its versatility makes it very user friendly. Comes with a 5 fin configuration. Shaped with a single to double concave with a rocker profile that keeps it lively and fast. 

Note:
In Stock Surf Boards will be shipped within 2-5 business days of purchase.
Custom surfboards will be shipped within 6-8 weeks of purchase.

JT JAWNT
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JT JAWNT

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Known as JT’s high performance speed egg, this sleek midlength outline, low rocker board with vee, allows you to take the wheel and fully engage with the wave. This is a great “all around” surfboard for beginner to advanced surfers. The tri-fin setup lends to added maneuverability, drive and control through turns so you can cover more face on the wave. The “JAWNT” has a refined foil for optimum paddling and is a nice option for longboarders for when the surf bumps up to head high-plus. Usually ridden a foot longer than you are tall.  Pair it with our new Dark Arts Futures Fins. 

 

Note:
In Stock Surf Boards will be shipped within 2-5 business days of purchase.
Custom surfboards will be shipped within 6-8 weeks of purchase.

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JT Vegan Fish
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JT Vegan Fish

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The Vegan Fish is based on that classic “San Diego Fish” template that started with Steve Lis and was popularized from Skip Frye to Chris Christensen to Ryan Burch and so many more San Diego craftsmen. With the width and thickness remaining similar to the old school, the Vegan Fish has more of a shortboard style rail and very slightly pulled in tail. The Vegan Fish will have you gliding in the epic 70’s fashion while still being able to do contemporary turns.

The Vegan Fish is wide, thick, and stable which makes it great for Beginners/Intermediate surfers to enjoy and is always a blast for Advanced surfers looking for alternative surfcraft. Due to the ease of paddle and increased speed generation, Advanced/ Intermediate surfers usually ride the Vegan Fish 6-8 inches shorter than their height, while Beginners may opt for a bigger size. The Vegan Fish combined with the Dark Arts vacuumed carbon fiber attributes, flex-back, durability, and supreme weight, has made this JT’s bestselling custom shape over the years.

Designed to be Twin Fin, but always customizable.

Note:
In Stock Surf Boards will be shipped within 2-5 business days of purchase.
Custom surfboards will be shipped within 6-8 weeks of purchase.

JT Vegan Fish - Blue Patina

JT Vegan Fish - Blue Patina

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The Vegan Fish is based on that classic “San Diego Fish” template that started with Steve Lis and was popularized from Skip Frye to Chris Christensen to Ryan Burch and so many more San Diego craftsmen. With the width and thickness remaining similar to the old school, the Vegan Fish has more of a shortboard style rail and very slightly pulled in tail. The Vegan Fish will have you gliding in the epic 70’s fashion while still being able to do contemporary turns.

The Vegan Fish is wide, thick, and stable which makes it great for Beginners/Intermediate surfers to enjoy and is always a blast for Advanced surfers looking for alternative surfcraft. Due to the ease of paddle and increased speed generation, Advanced/ Intermediate surfers usually ride the Vegan Fish 6-8 inches shorter than their height, while Beginners may opt for a bigger size. The Vegan Fish combined with the Dark Arts vacuumed carbon fiber attributes, flex-back, durability, and supreme weight, has made this JT’s bestselling custom shape over the years.

Designed to be Twin Fin, but always customizable.

Note:
In Stock Surf Boards will be shipped within 2-5 business days of purchase.
Custom surfboards will be shipped within 6-8 weeks of purchase.

JT Vegan Fish - Green Patina

JT Vegan Fish - Green Patina

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The Vegan Fish is based on that classic “San Diego Fish” template that started with Steve Lis and was popularized from Skip Frye to Chris Christensen to Ryan Burch and so many more San Diego craftsmen. With the width and thickness remaining similar to the old school, the Vegan Fish has more of a shortboard style rail and very slightly pulled in tail. The Vegan Fish will have you gliding in the epic 70’s fashion while still being able to do contemporary turns.

The Vegan Fish is wide, thick, and stable which makes it great for Beginners/Intermediate surfers to enjoy and is always a blast for Advanced surfers looking for alternative surfcraft. Due to the ease of paddle and increased speed generation, Advanced/ Intermediate surfers usually ride the Vegan Fish 6-8 inches shorter than their height, while Beginners may opt for a bigger size. The Vegan Fish combined with the Dark Arts vacuumed carbon fiber attributes, flex-back, durability, and supreme weight, has made this JT’s bestselling custom shape over the years.

Designed to be Twin Fin, but always customizable.

Note:
In Stock Surf Boards will be shipped within 2-5 business days of purchase.
Custom surfboards will be shipped within 6-8 weeks of purchase.

JT Coffin
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JT Coffin

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The Coffin is JT’s take on the classic “Mini Simmons” shape developed by San Diego legend Bob Simmons. The Coffin has a bit more pulled in tail and nose than the traditional shape, with shortboard style rails, which makes for easier turning in critical sections. The Coffin’s thickness, width, and flatter rocker make it easy to paddle and increases speed generation. 

A favorite of Florida legend Sterling Spencer who rides a 4’11. Sterling named this board the Coffin and can be seen going absolutely nuts on. Its unique glide makes it hard to pass up.  @sterlingspencer. 

Beginners can utilize this shape by ordering the same as their height or above, while Intermediate/Advanced surfers should ride this as short as comfortable. The Coffin is a wonderful craft for drawing classic lines while modernly maneuvering. Combined with Dark Arts vacuumed carbon fiber attributes, flex-back, durability, and supreme weight, The Coffin is a crowd favorite. 

Designed to be a quad fin, but always customizable.

Note:
In Stock Surf Boards will be shipped within 2-5 business days of purchase.
Custom surfboards will be shipped within 6-8 weeks of purchase.

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JT That Hitter

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That Hitter is designed by JT for a maximum amount of fun in small waves. It’s wide outline and thickness, combined with its flatter rocker, makes this board absolutely fly. On small waves or on the flats, it never loses its speed. Originally made for those days that are for longboarding or passing altogether, That Hitter will have you enjoying any ripple of a wave. 

That Hitter has shortboard style rails that allow it to turn as good as a regular board, yet with more ease in the smaller stuff. The added width within the tail helps generate speed but doesn’t hinder your approach. 

That Hitter can be ridden 6-8 inches shorter for Intermediate/Advanced surfers, while Beginners may want it closer to their height. Advanced surfers will fly on every wave and be able to unload their bag of tricks, while Beginners will find this board user-friendly and a great way to shed board height. Combined with the Dark Arts vacuumed carbon fiber attributes, flex-back, durability, and supreme weight, That Hitter is truly our most user-friendly offering. 

Designed to be a Quad Fin + nubster, you can try any setup with the 5 fin box setup, and always is customizable.

Note:
In Stock Surf Boards will be shipped within 2-5 business days of purchase.
Custom surfboards will be shipped within 6-8 weeks of purchase.

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JT That Hitter - Dipped

JT That Hitter - Dipped

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That Hitter is designed by JT for a maximum amount of fun in small waves. It’s wide outline and thickness, combined with its flatter rocker, makes this board absolutely fly. On small waves or on the flats, it never loses its speed. Originally made for those days that are for longboarding or passing altogether, That Hitter will have you enjoying any ripple of a wave. 

That Hitter has shortboard style rails that allow it to turn as good as a regular board, yet with more ease in the smaller stuff. The added width within the tail helps generate speed but doesn’t hinder your approach. 

That Hitter can be ridden 6-8 inches shorter for Intermediate/Advanced surfers, while Beginners may want it closer to their height. Advanced surfers will fly on every wave and be able to unload their bag of tricks, while Beginners will find this board user-friendly and a great way to shed board height. Combined with the Dark Arts vacuumed carbon fiber attributes, flex-back, durability, and supreme weight, That Hitter is truly our most user-friendly offering. 

Designed to be a Quad Fin + nubster, you can try any setup with the 5 fin box setup, and always is customizable.

Note:
In Stock Surf Boards will be shipped within 2-5 business days of purchase.
Custom surfboards will be shipped within 6-8 weeks of purchase.

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JT Dad Bod
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JT Dad Bod

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    The DadBod is a condensed shortboard design based off of a design JT shaped in early 2000. This board is wider and thicker but has contemporary shortboard rails. Flatter entry rocker, double to single concave, and a wide tail help the DadBod excel in knee to head high waves, soft or punchy. One of our most versatile models considering its range. Ridden 4-6 inches smaller than your average shortboard, allows it to fit in tight places on a wave, while the extra float helps for engineering speed and enhancing paddle power.

    The Dad Bod helps maintain fun in less than ideal conditions while still being progressive in decent waves. A favorite of JT team rider Kyle Knox, who named the board for its diversity. It has become one of his mainstays for small to medium size days. The DadBod is always there for a good time!

    Great board for Beginner / Intermediate level surfers to take it to the next level and Advanced level surfers to maximize fun. The DadBod is made as a thruster, but all Dark Arts surfboards are customizable. The DadBod, combined with the Dark Arts vacuumed carbon attributes, flex-back, durability, and supreme weight, make this model a sure shot! 

    Note:
    In Stock Surf Boards will be shipped within 2-5 business days of purchase.
    Custom surfboards will be shipped within 6-8 weeks of purchase.

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