Any time you order a surfboard from JS online, you have a 30-day period from the day of delivery to make sure that board is right for you before use.
As long as the board is in “as new” condition, you can return it to us free of charge and we’ll exchange it! This means completely unridden, no wax, no grip, no dings, no extra stickers etc.
Consider it an extra invitation for whatever JS you order to pass the test once you feel it in person - the crucial under arm assessment of its rails, outline, and anything else you might want to be 100% certain it’s the board for you.
For example, if something’s not quite what you were expecting once received, send it back to us and we’ll exchange it for a different board as soon as your request is in stock.
All you have to do is follow the steps detailed below – “Return Instructions”.
Once the board is waxed up and ready to take out into the ocean, it’s yours, no return.
Please carefully assess your product choice before applying grips, wax, or any other accessories, as we will only accept returns of a board in “as new” condition.
If your JS weapon is purchased through any other outlet, you will need to review that outlet’s return policy as those terms will govern your rights.
Australia & USA - exchanged boards will be sent as soon as possible depending on stock availability. Once in stock, it will ship to you within 3-5 business days!
• Any JS surfboard ordered online in Australia or the USA from jsindustries.com is eligible. All other means of purchase are not.
• This return policy is for a period of 30 days from the date of delivery. If that period has expired since you received your board, unfortunately you can not exchange.
• Incorrectly chosen boards may be exchanged for a different board. If you believe that the board is faulty (before or after use), that is a different question and the board will be assessed by the JS production team as a separate matter. .
• To return an unused “as new” product, please email JS Industries at info@jsindustries.com for shipping details. Please provide the following details:
• Full name and address;
• Preferred method of contact and contact details;
• Proof of purchase (i.e. copy of receipt/order);
• Order & board number;
• A photo of the board you wish to exchange; and Specifications of the “new” board you would like to be delivered to you.
• Boards must be repacked using the box and bubble wrap it was originally shipped in.
• JS will then organise for the board to be returned to us, and your new board to be delivered (once we confirm the condition of the returned board upon its receipt).
Whether there’s no one else around and you just want to triple your wave count, or it’s a wave that requires a ski for access, this is the exact board we’ve refined to use for step offs. Our team riders, ambassadors and friends have requested it more and more in the last two years, and after constant refining, we’re making it available for custom order.
Its rocker is very close to the FMNII, with a medium entry and exit curve designed to fit in quality, hollow waves. But the similarities end there. The Step Off’s outline is narrow and straight, for incredible speed down the line and extra hold. This is designed to help you fit into the barrel easier, withstanding shockwaves, chandeliers or whatever else is thrown your way.
The concave is a shallow single throughout, as the Step Off is designed to harness the power of the waves you’ll be surfing and maximise control, rather than generate any unnecessary lift. Recommended glassing is 6x6x6 (two layers of 6 ounce on the deck and one layer on the bottom). This of course provides plenty of strength and durability, but also gives extra momentum that you want in powerful, bumpy, or windy conditions.
We also recommend a smaller fin than usual – so if you’d normally ride a large template, go with a medium in your Step Off. This is due to all the hold coming from the outline, which is best complemented by smaller fins to hit max speed and retain some manoeuvrability. During R&D, fin set ups have varied between quad just for tubes, or thruster if you’re likely to be turning as well.
Compared to your regular shortboard, like the Monsta 2020, ride the Step Off 1/4” to 5/16” thinner and 1” to 1 3/8” narrower.
For reference, see our team riders dimensions below:
Dean Morrison // Height: 5’6” (168cm) // Weight: 68 kg - 150lbs
5’8” x 17 ¾” x 2 1/16” x 21.3L
(Monsta 2020 std 5’9” x 18 3/8” x 2 ¼” x 25L)
Joel Scott // Height: 5’10” (178cm) // Weight: 80 kg - 176lbs
5’9” x 17 7/8” x 2 1/8” x 22.2L
(Monsta 2020 std 5’11” x 18 ¾” x 2 3/8” x 27.8L)
Joel Parkinson // Height: 6’0 (183 cm) // Weight: 87 kg - 192 lbs
5’10” x 18” x 2 3/16” x 23.2L
(Monsta 2020 std 6’0” x 19” x 2 7/16” x 29.5L)
Luke Egan/Jason Stevenson // Height: 5’11 (180 cm) // Weight: 90 kg - 198 lbs
5’11” x 18 1/4” x 2 ¼” x 24.7L
(Monsta 2020 EasyRider 6’0” x 19 7/8” x 2 5/8” x 33L)
Step Off Performer is best suited for waves between 6 and 12 foot plus. From long walls and fun sized tubes, to the biggest and heaviest days of the year.
Rocker |
Step Off Performer has a medium rocker that is perfectly suited to hollow, powerful waves. The entry point is high enough to prevent any catch on the front edge yet quickly balances out to make sure speed is maintained. The exit rocker mixes enough curve to allow tight pocket turns and down the line speed. |
Fin setup |
We recommend a 5 fin set up to alternate between quad and thruster. |
Glassing specs |
We recommend 6x6x6 glassing which gives the right momentum in a variety of conditions. Please select your intended glassing in the custom order tab. |
Rail type |
The Step Off Performer has low rails. Allowing you to turn at high speeds without unwanted resistance. |
A shallow single throughout, minimising any unnecessary lift and maximising control.
As seen below, we've compared the Step Off outline with the Forget Me Not 2. A more pulled in tail gives the Step Off Performer greater hold when you need it most.