Bob Purvey extending the noseride on The Ugly at San Miguel contest. 1967
The Ugly “Ultimate” noserider publicity in Longboard Magazine.
The Ugly® Hybrid
Hand Crafted in the USA
The Ugly Hybrid is the contemporary version of The Ugly shape that originated in 1966. The “Hybrid” incorporates all the latest technology in its construction, including state-of-the-art composite materials to keep it light and durable.
The new elemental rail and bottom shape make it float better, turn more effortlessly, and enhance stability. The Hybrid has all the basic features of The Ugly noserider shape that provide long nose rides, but now it’s lighter and faster to make it turn easier on the sweet spot of the tail or the nose. The rails are angled to create lift along the hips and tail, so it’s more responsive in the turns and snappier off cutbacks. Of course, The Ugly nose and tail shapes still heighten those long nose rides that The Ugly is known for, without compromising for improved turn-ability.
Whether you’re ready to take on the challenges of noseriding or a beginner just starting to walk the length, the Hybrid will make it easy for you to get up onto the nose and give you the thrill of being out front for a while. Plus, overall, it’ll age well.
The starting price of $1,650 for 8′ 5″ to 9′ 6″ includes a lightweight polyurethane foam blank, center foam wedge with 2 – 3/16″ wood stringers, fin box, 12 ounces (6 oz. + 6 oz.) “E” glass on the deck, 6 ounces “E” glass on the bottom, leash-connect, and sanded finish (no gloss coat) to make it even lighter.
