Video: Christenson Surfboards
The Cafe Racer has been a staple in the Christenson lineup since 2004, and the 2.0 refines the formula. In this CC Board Breakdown, Chris explains what makes it special.
The design
The Cafe Racer's signature is its bottom contour: a spiral-vee blended with double concave, paired with Chris's low, foiled rails. The spiral-vee lets the board roll smoothly from rail to rail, while the concave adds lift and drive.
How it rides
The result is a board that planes gracefully through flat spots, then lights up the moment it is set on rail, shooting off sparks out of turns. It is an alternative shortboard that rewards a flowing, rail-to-rail style without feeling stiff.
Who it's for
The Cafe Racer 2.0 is a great everyday alternative shortboard for surfers who want speed and glide with performance bite. See it among our alternative shortboards alongside the Lane Splitter and Easy Wind, learn how fin setups change the feel, then shop in stock or order a custom.