Jamie O’Brien, a professional surfer revered for his audacious approach to wave riding, has carved a niche in the surfing world with his fearless exploits and innovative surf craft experimentation. Raised amidst the formidable waves of Pipeline, Jamie’s upbringing undoubtedly instilled in him a profound comfort with challenging conditions and a penchant for pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the sport.
Despite the inherent dangers of his endeavors, Jamie’s infectious enthusiasm and exuberant personality have endeared him to fans across the globe. Central to Jamie’s allure is his willingness to explore unconventional surf equipment, ranging from traditional boards to unconventional options like soft tops and inflatables. Among his eclectic quiver, the Carver surfskate holds a special place.
Jamie’s association with Carver transcends mere sponsorship; it reflects a genuine affinity for their boards’ performance and how they amplify his surfing experience.
The 31″ J.O.B. Aqua Tiger stands as Jamie’s pro model surfskate, a vibrant reflection of his personality and a testament to high-performance design. Crafted with a classic squash-tailed shape using Carver’s innovative Hyperspoon mold, this surfskate offers a unique carving experience, thanks to its design that embraces the rider’s front foot, enhancing control and maneuverability. Specs of the J.O.B. Aqua Tiger include a C7 truck option, available exclusively in raw color, paired with 69mm 78A Smoke Concave wheels and built-in bearings.
The deck features a deck pad with black laser-cut grip tape, while stainless steel hardware ensures durability. With dimensions of 31″ in length, 10 1/4″ in width, and a wheelbase of 17″, the Aqua Tiger is crafted to cater to a diverse range of riders, inviting them to experience the thrill of surfing on land.
Endorsed by Jamie O’Brien, the J.O.B. Aqua Tiger embodies the spirit of adventure, innovation, and above all, fun. It serves as a testament to Jamie’s relentless pursuit of excitement and his unwavering commitment to spreading the joy of surfing to enthusiasts worldwide.
CARVER J.O.B AQUA TIGER SURFSKATE:
- Width: 10.25″
- Length: 31″
- Wheelbase: 17″
- Front Truck: 6.5″ C7 Surf Skate
- Back Truck: 6.5″ C2
- Griptape Style: Black Lazer Cut
- Carver Roundhouse 69mm 78a Mag
- Carver Built-In Bearings
- Hardware: Stainless steel
- J.O.B Pro Model
CARVER C7 TRUCK:
The Carver C7 Truck is Carver’s Patented front truck which is designed to create the same fluid dynamic for a skateboard that a surfboard has in the water. What gives it this ability, is the extra axis of movement provided by the truck’s rotating arm. As a result, this gives the nose of the board lateral thrust, in addition to the usual rail-to rail turn.
The C7 dual-axis truck set is very fluid, like riding a single fin surfboard and replicating the lateral sway you feel as you pump for speed. The dual axis allows the rider to adjust both axis independently for fine tuning. It’s a bit heavier than the CX truck, but the internal spring system allows for a wide range of adjustment. The trailing arm and wide adjustment range make this truck better for faster speeds and fluid surfing.The arm rotates smoothly on precision industrial thrust bearings, and is dampened by a fully adjustable, heavy-duty internal die spring. This allows each rider to customize the feel of their board. But at its core, the C7 is still a skateboard truck, with a traditional hanger and standard new-school mounting hole pattern ( 2.1”, or 2 3/32” long).
