Phase 5 Diamond CL Wakesurf Board - 2027The 2027 Phase 5 Diamond CL pairs Drew Danielo's proven skim-style shape with durable Composilite construction. Its diamond tail adds surface area for speed, push, and pop, while a pulled-in nose supports responsive carving and technical maneuvers. A single 2-inch skim fin provides dependable tracking and control, making the Diamond CL a practical choice for riders developing their tricks on a performance-oriented shape.Best For Skim-style progression: Riders developing turns, technical maneuvers, and aerial tricks.; Speed and pop: A diamond tail provides added surface area for push and launching off the wave.; Controlled riding: A single 2-inch fin supports dependable tracking.; Durability-focused buyers: Composilite construction brings an established performance shape to a durable molded build.; Shape & Riding PerformanceThe Diamond CL's diamond tail has more surface area than a traditional pin tail. That added area generates speed, push, and pop, making it relevant to riders working on carrying momentum into tricks and getting airborne off the wave.The pulled-in nose complements the tail by moving cleanly through carves and maintaining responsive handling during technical riding. Together, the nose and tail balance maneuverability with a strong platform for progression.Both sizes use a 3/4-inch continuous core, maintaining the same thickness from nose to tail. Phase 5 describes this profile as offering more float and less responsiveness than its thinner 5/8-inch core. This gives shoppers a useful distinction when weighing additional flotation against the sensitivity of a thinner board.The single-fin setup comes with a 2-inch skim fin for dependable control and tracking. Phase 5's single-fin configuration minimizes drag to emphasize speed and agility, complementing the Diamond CL's performance-focused shape.Composilite ConstructionComposilite is Phase 5's durable molded construction process, developed in the USA for its entry-level wakesurfers. On the Diamond CL, it brings Drew Danielo's established performance shape to a build that emphasizes durability.Multiple layers of high-density woven E-Glass add strength, while polyester resin provides strength and durability. TuffCoat gloss protects the individually hand-painted graphics, and the HD PROPEL bottom graphics system produces sharper details and images.Features Diamond tail: Added surface area generates speed, push, and pop compared with a traditional pin tail.; Pulled-in nose: Supports clean carving and responsive technical handling.; Composilite construction: Durable molded build developed by Phase 5 in the USA.; E-Glass wrap: Multiple layers of high-density woven glass add strength.; 3/4-inch continuous core: Consistent thickness from nose to tail, offering more float than Phase 5's 5/8-inch profile.; Polyester resin: Provides strength and durability.; Single 2-inch skim fin: Provides dependable tracking and control.; P5 Techno Grip V2 Deluxe Skim pads: Mid-density EVA combines horizontal grooves and dimple dots for traction and connection to the board.; TuffCoat gloss finish: Protects the individually hand-painted graphics.; HD PROPEL bottom: High-definition graphics system produces sharper details and images.; Specifications & Size GuideCompare rider weight and height with the suggested ranges below when selecting a Diamond CL. The 57-inch board offers greater length, width, and volume than the 54-inch board. Both retain the same 3/4-inch thickness and single 2-inch skim fin.LengthWidthVolumeSuggested Weight LimitRider Height54"20.5"10 L200 lbs.5'4"6'2"57"20.75"11 L225 lbs.5'7"6'4"Sizing assumes average fitness and ability. Experienced riders may prefer smaller boards; beginners may need larger sizes.