About the brand

Our partner Grow Blanks Ltd uses a sustainable business model to offer an alternative to traditional foam surfboard blanks since 2020. They are based on one of the worlds' largest agave farms in Kenya, harvesting their material from a sustainable sources. The blanks are made from organically-grown agave. Their concept is to utilize the organic waste from large-scale sisal farms to create a product that is unique, renewable and eco-friendly, while simultaneously empowering the local community by training them to manufacture such a product and giving them an income. All products as well as any waste material is 100% organic and biodegradable.
The Founder of Grow Blanks and Director Daniel Treloar was born in Zimbabwe, and has lived in several countries in Africa and beyond. He has a passion for sustainable living, and for the ocean. A kite surfer himself, he has tests all of Grow Blanks products personally. He recognised the enormous potential of turning an industry that is polluting our planet into one that has minimal negative impact. Daniel employs a small team of Kenyans, all of whom he has trained on the job.
Daniel and Adrian met in 2021 and quickly became friends and partners. This is the reason why the "Eco Surf Supply" Shop is now the 1st europe-wide distributor of the most eco-firendliest agave surfblanks by Grow Blanks.

Sustainability  

Why is this product a market-leading eco-solution for protecting the enviroment?  

The Agave Blank from Grow Blanks is the first 100% biodegradable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly surf blank available at a large-scale to the surf industry. Crafted from the sisal agave, these blanks use only the waste product of the actual harvest of the farm. Among materials, agave wood is close in weight and density to polyurethane foam, making it the exclusive completely sustainable surf blank for profitable production. Grow Blanks creates jobs for local people, teaches them the trade and creates security for their families.

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OTHER AGAVE BLANKS

OTHER AGAVE BLANKS

Agave Big wave Gun 10'5 Blank
>10 Blanks = 10% discount From 10 agave Blanks in the shopping cart (can also have different sizes and weights), you will automatically receive a 10% discount.The Big Wave Gun is designed with an appropriate standard rocker for gun-style boards and is complemented by its versatile thickness, suitable for any gun design you wish to craft. It also comes in separate parts that can be hollowed out to achieve a lighter weight if needed. You can connect these parts using double-sided tape, shape them manually, or utilize CNC cutting. Following this, the board can be dismantled again and further hollowed out using tools such as a router, handsaw, or drill.Size 10'5 /26 /4,2 / 167.0l

From €462.91*
Agave Foil Kite/Pump 4'0 Blank
>10 Blanks = 10% discount From 10 agave Blanks in the shopping cart (can also have different sizes and weights), you will automatically receive a 10% discount.The Foil Kite / Pump blank is designed for robust Kitefoil or Pumpfoil boards. Thanks to its adaptable thickness, you can shape any board you desire. It also comes in separate parts, allowing you to hollow it for a lighter foil surfboard if desired. You can attach the parts using double-sided tape, shape them manually, or employ CNC cutting. Afterward, the sections can be reassembled and further hollowed out using tools such as a router, handsaw, or drill.Size 4'0 / 23 / 3,1 / 53.0l

From €201.11*
Agave Foil Wing 6'0 Blank
>10 Blanks = 10% discount From 10 agave Blanks in the shopping cart (can also have different sizes and weights), you will automatically receive a 10% discount.The Wing Foil Blank is specifically designed for mid-sized Wingfoil boards ranging from 90 to 120 liters. With its adaptable thickness and versatile shape, you have the flexibility to create any Foilboard you desire. It's provided in separate parts that can be optimized for weight reduction. You can join the parts using double-sided tape, shape them manually, or employ CNC cutting. Following this, the board can be dismantled again and further hollowed out using tools such as a router, handsaw, or drill.Size 6'0 / 26 / 5,4 / 152.0l

From €391.51*
Agave Funshape Versatile 8'6 Blank
>10 Blanks = 10% discount From 10 agave Blanks in the shopping cart (can also have different sizes and weights), you will automatically receive a 10% discount.The Funshape Versatile is created for fantastic wave-catching funshapes, minimalibus, or smaller guns. With its standard rocker curve and versatile thickness, it serves as the perfect blank for all the shapes you aspire to craft within this size.Size 8'6 / 25 / 4,2 / 130,5L

From €332.01*
Agave Kite Flatrocker 6'0 Blank
>10 Blanks = 10% discount From 10 agave Blanks in the shopping cart (can also have different sizes and weights), you will automatically receive a 10% discount.The Kite (flat) blank is designed for crafting freeride kiteboards with a flatter rocker line, as well as larger riversurfboards, which are suitable for smaller river waves.Size 6'0 / 20 / 2,5 / 49.5l

From €201.11*
Agave Longboard Flatrocker 9'5 Blank
>10 Blanks = 10% discount From 10 agave Blanks in the shopping cart (can also have different sizes and weights), you will automatically receive a 10% discount.The Flatrocker Longboard is carefully crafted using the finest single poles from the farm. It's intended for handshaping due to the reduction in glue lines through the use of uniformly consistent poles stacked on top of each other. This method requires a lower thickness, which supports shaping thin, old-school, and dance longboards by hand.Size 9'5 / 25,4 / 2,9 / 109L

From €343.91*
Agave Longboard Versatile 9'8 Blank
>10 Blanks = 10% discount From 10 agave Blanks in the shopping cart (can also have different sizes and weights), you will automatically receive a 10% discount.The Versatile Longboard blank is created for all imaginable longboard shapes. Thanks to its adaptable thickness, you can shape anything from classic old-school to high-performance longboards with ample rocker. This is the ideal longboard blank for those working with CNC machines or if you're uncertain about the specific longboard design you wish to craft.Size 9'8 / 25,4 / 4,3 / 126L

From €415.31*
Agave Midlenght Flatrocker 7'8 Blank
>10 Blanks = 10% discount From 10 agave Blanks in the shopping cart (can also have different sizes and weights), you will automatically receive a 10% discount.The Midlength Flatrocker is crafted for those slightly flatter, old-school shapes. With its reduced thickness, it's easy to handshape. The blank is adaptable for a wide variety of designs, including fun shapes and mini malibus.Size 7'8 / 25 / 3,5 / 110,7L

From €308.21*
Agave Midlenght Versatile 7'3 Blank
>10 Blanks = 10% discount From 10 agave Blanks in the shopping cart (can also have different sizes and weights), you will automatically receive a 10% discount.The Midlength Versatile is designed to encompass all the surfboard opportunities you can imagine within that size range. With its versatile thickness and standard rocker line, it's the ideal blank for crafting your dream wave-catcher, funboard or step-up. Size 7'3 / 24,9 / 3,7 / 100,7L

From €284.41*
Agave Riversurf/ Grom 5'8 Blank
>10 Blanks = 10% discount From 10 agave Blanks in the shopping cart (can also have different sizes and weights), you will automatically receive a 10% discount.Our smallest surfboard blank is a perfect choice for crafting river surfboards or shaping shortboards for kids to surf in the ocean. With it's flat rocker and small dimensions, it's an ideal option.Size 5'8 / 22 / 2,8 / 54.0l

From €201.11*
Agave Shorty/Kite Vesatile 6'0 Blank
>10 Blanks = 10% discount From 10 agave Blanks in the shopping cart (can also have different sizes and weights), you will automatically receive a 10% discount.The Shorty Versatile Blank is perfect for creating a variety of shortboard shapes that are under 6'0 ft. With its standard rocker line, it's designed for every surfboard shape you desire in this length.Size 6'0 / 23 / 2.9 / 66.0l

From €211.82*
Agave Standard Versatile 6'4 Blank
>10 Blanks = 10% discount From 10 agave Blanks in the shopping cart (can also have different sizes and weights), you will automatically receive a 10% discount.The Standard Versatile Blank is crafted for any standard shortboard or fish shape that is under 6'4. With its standard rocker line and adaptable thickness, it's the ideal blank for shaping anything you have in mind within this size range.Size 6'4 / 24 / 3,3 / 73.0l

From €224.91*
Agave Stepup Versatile 6'8 Blank
>10 Blanks = 10% discount From 10 agave Blanks in the shopping cart (can also have different sizes and weights), you will automatically receive a 10% discount.The Stepup Versatile is designed to let your creativity run free. Due to its versatile thickness and standard rocker line it can be transformed into a wide range of shapes. It's one of our all-in-one blank, perfectly suited for wave-catching boards like 6'6 stepups.Size 6'8 / 24 / 3,1 / 73.0l

From €236.81*
Agave Sup in Parts 10'5 Blank
>10 Blanks = 10% discount From 10 agave Blanks in the shopping cart (can also have different sizes and weights), you will automatically receive a 10% discount.The Sup in parts is designed to accommodate all the SUP shapes you intend to create. We provide it in separate sections, allowing you to hollow them either before or after shaping, in order to achieve the lightest possible result. These sections can be assembled using double tape, shaped manually, or cut through CNC machining. Following this, the sections can be detached again for further hollowing using tools such as a router, handsaw, or drill.Size 10'5 / 32 / 5,0 / 230.3l

From €510.51*

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YOU MAY ALSO NEED

Sei Whale Biobased Epoxy
All-purpose Biobased Epoxy System. Sei Whale is a clear, all-purpose epoxy system with high UV resistance and a choice of hardener speeds to suit your working time. It is good for hand lay-up, coating and filling, among other applications. This is a bio-based epoxy system that helps to reduce the environmental impact of our customers' end products, while maintaining or improving product performance. The R*Concept range of epoxy systems have been developed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by replacing some of the petroleum-based components with bio-based renewable materials. As a concept dedicated to respect for the environment, each epoxy system in the range is named after a species threatened with extinction. Sei Whale epoxy has a low viscosity which makes for easy saturation of fibreglass reinforcements. It also has a wide working temperature range that makes it convenient for many end users. Its high UV stability makes it ideal for applications that require clear, low yellowing finishes. Like most epoxies, this resin has a slight tint, so is not suitable for clear casting. The Sei Whale epoxy system includes the Sei Whale epoxy resin and can be purchased in two different hardener options: slow & fast. Mix Ratio: 2:1 by Volume  Fast hardener 100:50 by weight  Slow Hardener 100:46 by weight  Working temperature range: 10-35°C  Slow Cure: 45-55 minute pot life at 25°C.  Fast Cure: 12-17 minute pot life at 25°C.

Content: 6 Liter (€41.07* / 1 Liter)

Variants from €35.20*
€246.40*
Squeegee 150 x 90 mm
This is a laminating card with rounded corners for laminating fibre mats or for filling or spreading epoxy resins, polyester resins and other filler coats. 

€5.50*
Soft rubber squeegee 8 x 12cm
Highly flexible squeegee for laminating or sealing surfboard rails. With its smooth surface, the squeegee glides effortlessly over the shape of the rail to ensure an even seal and minimize air bubbles. Fits the rails perfectly and is easier to clean afterwards than any brush. Perfect for sealing blanks with resin and silica. For even smaller rails and more flexibility we have the super soft rubber squeege. You can use the soft squeegee for very sensitive lamination processes, e.g. with gold leaf or colors.

€5.50*
Super soft rubber squeegee 8 x 12cm
Extremely flexible squeegee for laminating or sealing surfboard rails. With its smooth surface, the squeegee glides effortlessly over the shape of the rail to ensure an even seal and minimize air bubbles. Fits the rails perfectly and is easier to clean afterwards than any brush. Perfect for sealing blanks with resin and silica. For even smaller rails and more flexibility we have the super soft rubber squeege. You can use the soft squeegee for very sensitive lamination processes, e.g. with gold leaf or colors.

€4.40*
Mirka Abranet Ø 200 mm Grip 50 pieces
Abranet sets new standards in sanding technology and offers unique, almost dust-free sanding. The Mirka product is the most advanced abrasive available. Mirka was the first to introduce this type of net sandpaper to the market. It is even cheaper than the alternativ products that we have experienced. The product is particularly recommended for many types of wood, paint and varnish. Because the cool air is sucked through the net, there is much less epoxy burning (the dust does not get hot and therefore does not stick). The many holes and net structure provide optimum dust extraction and an extremely long service life. (up to 10 times longer than standard products). The dust can and should be blown out and removed from the net. If you clean it well, you can use it even longer. Mirka's special manufacturing process means that you have more effective abrasive grains at your disposition. Due to its structure it has a cutting effect and is perfect for wood and anything with fibres (agave) and is highly efficient. It is suitable for all sanders - regardless of hole configuration.

€91.72*
Mirka Abranet Ø 150 mm Grip 50 pieces
Abranet sets new standards in sanding technology and offers unique, almost dust-free sanding. The Mirka product is the most advanced abrasive available. Mirka was the first to introduce this type of net sandpaper to the market. It is even cheaper than the alternativ products that we have experienced. The product is particularly recommended for many types of wood, paint and varnish. Because the cool air is sucked through the net, there is much less epoxy burning (the dust does not get hot and therefore does not stick). The many holes and net structure provide optimum dust extraction and an extremely long service life. (up to 10 times longer than standard products). The dust can and should be blown out and removed from the net. If you clean it well, you can use it even longer. Mirka's special manufacturing process means that you have more effective abrasive grains at your disposition. Due to its structure it has a cutting effect and is perfect for wood and anything with fibres (agave) and is highly efficient. It is suitable for all sanders - regardless of hole configuration.

€60.23*
Ebony Mini Planes, 5-Piece Set
This set of 5 tools will help you shape your board to perfection. The wooden hand planes are crafted with vibrant, grained Macassar ebony bodies and polished brass caps, and feature HSS blades (64 HRC). Their flat, concave, convex, boat-shaped and round designs help you work precisely and meticulously on the rails, nose, rails and stringers of your board. The basic design of the Chinese plane is similar to that of the Japanese Kanna. The main difference is that the Chinese plane can be used for both push and pull strokes, whereas the Japanese Kanna can only be used for pull strokes. The slightly wavy plane bodies are made from Indonesian redwood - the untreated surfaces are worked and polished with scrapers. Blades are made from wear-resistant HSS (approx. 64 HRC) or forged carbon steel (approx. 58 HRC) for special models, making Chinese planes visually attractive and sturdy, versatile tools.

€152.99*
Block Plane, Redwood
Indonesian redwood planer in a compact rectangular shape. This Indonesian redwood planer features an HSS blade with chipbreaker, making it a versatile tool for a variety of applications. It is perfect for finishing your shaped surfboard blank before lamination, allowing precise adjustments and fine work on glued areas. It can also be used in between the machine sanding process.

€41.89*
Flat brush EcoEzee 76mm
The Flat Brush from EcoEzee is a versatile and sustainably manufactured brush that is ideal for a variety of applications. Made from high quality and eco-friendly materials, this brush offers premium performance while being an environmentally conscious choice for DIY enthusiasts and professionals alike.  We have the brushes in the sizes 50mm, 76mm and 101mm for you.

€11.90*
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Mirka DEROS 650CV EU Ø 150 mm 5.0 mm orbit
The Mirka® DEROS sander is developed for effective and dust-free sanding of all kind of surfaces. The smallest and most ergonomic sander on the market is equipped with a brushless motor, which maintains constant speed even under heavy load. With the lowest vibration values in its class and the unique symmetrical design guarantees that the tool can be used for long periods without fatigue. Mirka® DEROS 650CV direct electric random orbital sander is equipped with a 150 mm (6”) pad and has a 5 mm oscillation, and features an integrated vibration sensor and Bluetooth low energy technology.

€499.00* €598.45* (16.62% saved)
Mirka Dust Free Roundy Kit
The Mirka Roundy is ergonomically designed to fit into the palm and is suitable for multiple operations from paint stripping to lacquer & paint sanding. The Roundy features 34 dust extraction holes making it a versatile and practical hand block that accepts both Abranet® abrasives and 15-hole 6" discs, which wrap around its sides to help with corners and other hard to reach areas. The Roundy kit includes the ergonomic hand block + hose + 15 Abranet strips (5 each of P120, P180, and P240 grits).

€88.06*

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Customer questions

Yes, we are sharing our many years of experience with you on our YouTube channel. For more information on agave shaping, we also have different types of workshops available. Please visit our workshops page for more information.


Grow Blanks is based in Kenya, on one of the worlds’ largest sisal agave farms. Have a look on Instagram and YouTube to get more insights.


The agave plant is not a tree but actually a succulent. At the end of the plant's life span the plant produces a pole. Depending on the plant's variety and ecological conditions this only happens once in 6-10 years. Grow Blanks harvest these poles, dry them, and cut them into pieces that form the blanks. The blanks are glued together under no tension using non-toxic wood glue. These blanks are uniquely crafted as similar densities are separated to form a consistency in the blank that makes it easier to shape and perform better as a final product. Each blank is hand-made and unique!

Our standard is about 100-300g heavier than a standard PU foam if we dont hollow it out, otherwise it could be the same. It is important to note that there is more to the weight of a finished surfboard than just the core material. We’ve got 14 different sizes and for every size, 3 different densities:

  • 50-65 kg/m3
  • 60-80 kg/m3
  • 80-95 kg/m3

The Agave Blanks are manufactured using standard wood glue, which is a mixture of melamine, urea, phenol and formaldehyde. The glue is solvent free (VOC free), organic and 100% biodegradable. As it is pH neutral, there is no discolouration with difficult woods. The wood glue is diluted with ⅔ water and then applied very thinly so that the glued surface is not felt when sanding.

There are several ways and materials to make a surfboard waterproof. Unfortunately, in our opinion, none of them are 100% ecological. However, we are always open to progress and have tried many things over the years, which we will discuss in more detail in future videos. Personally, we have always opted for bio-epoxy glassing because the best sustainable solution is not only about the materials used, but also the longevity of the end product. We support any current method that moves in the direction of progress and will continue to share our knowledge with you so that you know what to look for when buying your next surfboard or shaping it.

Agave behaves like any other wood when exposed to water. As long as it can dry out well, there are no problems. Similar to certain types of foam, the structure of agave is absorbent. We therefore recommend that you use one of our primers before laminating or covering the board with other woods. If you do get a ding, we recommend either using our quick fix tape to continue surfing or allowing the board to dry out properly and to seal it again.

Agave is a very foam-like material and surf similarly. A fundamental aspect that other types of wood do not really offer is the flex that agave, like foam, allows.

After we have discussed which material and which constructions you would like to have for your surfboard, we design your dream board together on the computer to get the right dimensions for you. Then you create your real board together with us, this can take about 3-7 days depending on the construction and material you choose. You will get more information on our workshop page.



We offer surfboard shaping workshops in which we explain the individual work steps in detail. If you want to try it all yourself, we offer different kits that give you everything you need to build your own eco surfboard.

If you are not from Europe, you are welcome to order your blanks directly from Grow Blanks. Feel free to drop them a message.

If you want a cnc pre-shaped agave blank, we can still send it to you. Feel free to write us an email: info@ecosurfsupply.com

Any questions?

Come and visit us at our office

Josefstraße 23
Halle 50 a, 82178 Puchheim
Germany
Write us via mail

info@ecosurfsupply.com
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+49 (0) 1732054799