Creatures of Leisure Mick Eugene Fanning Lite EcoPure Traction Pad
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Mick Eugene Fanning Signature Tail Pad, Built Lighter
Three-time World Champion Mick Fanning designed this traction pad specifically for small wave boards and softboards, where feel and footwork precision matter most. The Lite EcoPure version refines the formula with the THERMO-LITE texture applied over Creatures' Square Loc pattern, cutting weight by 15% without sacrificing grip or board feel.
The result is a tail pad that disappears under your feet in the best way: firm engagement when you drive, light enough that you never notice the extra grams. Whether you are threading tight sections or drawing out small-wave carves, the Square Loc diamond structure locks your back foot in place and translates pressure directly into the board.
THERMO-LITE Square Loc Construction
The Square Loc pattern is Creatures' high-grip geometry engineered for reliable traction across wet and dry conditions. Combined with the THERMO-LITE foam compound, the pad is 15% lighter than standard EVA pads of the same footprint. The three-piece design lets you position each section precisely to match your stance width and the board's tail shape, keeping the pad flush to the deck and eliminating dead zones.
Arch Bar and Kick Tail Specs
The 10mm Diamond Arch Bar provides a subtle but tactile reference point for your heel, helping you find your position without looking down. The 30mm Alpine Kick at the tail gives your back foot a positive stop and an aggressive leverage point when you need to drive through a turn. Both are sized to work across a wide range of tail widths, making this pad as practical on a performance shortboard as on a softboard.
3M Adhesive and EcoPure Packaging
Each pad ships with 3M adhesive backing for a clean, permanent bond to the deck. The EcoPure designation covers the packaging: it is fully recyclable and biodegradable, part of Creatures of Leisure's ongoing push to reduce the environmental footprint of surf accessories. The product itself comes from a company with 30 years of manufacturing experience across offices in Western Australia, the Gold Coast, France, and California.
Small Wave Performance, Signature Pedigree
Mick Fanning built his reputation on an aggressive, precise back foot. This pad is drawn from real session feedback on small, punchy surf, the conditions where grip consistency and low-weight foam compound make the most perceptible difference. It carries that competitive intent into an accessible, everyday tail pad built to outlast a season of regular use.
Available at Island Water Sports
Shop the Creatures of Leisure Mick Eugene Fanning Lite EcoPure Traction Pad in store at Island Water Sports in South Florida or online. Questions? Call us at 954-427-4929.
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Specifications
- Brand
- Creatures of Leisure
- Model
- Mick Eugene Fanning Lite EcoPure
- Pad Type
- 3 Piece Tail Pad
- Traction Pattern
- THERMO-LITE Square Loc
- Weight Reduction
- 15% lighter than standard EVA
- Arch Bar
- 10mm Diamond Arch Bar
- Kick Tail
- 30mm Alpine Kick
- Adhesive
- 3M Adhesive
- Pad Dimensions
- 320mm x 320mm (12 5/8" x 12 5/8")
- Designed For
- Small wave boards and softboards
- Packaging
- EcoPure: Recyclable and Biodegradable
- Gender
- Unisex
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Mick Eugene Fanning Lite EcoPure traction pad designed for?
- Mick Fanning created this tail pad specifically for small wave boards and softboards, where a lightweight, high-grip pad helps you drive precisely through punchy, smaller surf.
- What does THERMO-LITE mean on this Creatures traction pad?
- THERMO-LITE refers to the foam compound Creatures uses over the Square Loc traction pattern. It reduces pad weight by 15% compared to standard EVA while keeping the same grip and durability.
- What is the kick height on the Mick Fanning tail pad?
- The Alpine Kick measures 30mm, giving your back foot a firm, positive stop and a leverage reference for driving turns.
- What is the arch bar on this Creatures pad?
- The Diamond Arch Bar sits at 10mm, providing a tactile heel reference point so you can consistently find your back-foot position without adjusting mid-ride.
- How does the 3-piece design benefit your surfing?
- Three separate pieces let you adjust the gap between sections to match your exact stance width and the tail outline of your board, getting a flush, precise fit rather than a one-size compromise.
- What adhesive does the Creatures Mick Fanning Lite EcoPure pad use?
- It uses 3M adhesive backing for a clean, permanent bond. Prep the deck surface by cleaning and drying it thoroughly before application for the best long-term hold.
- What does EcoPure mean on Creatures of Leisure products?
- EcoPure indicates that the product's packaging is both recyclable and biodegradable, reflecting Creatures of Leisure's commitment to reducing the environmental impact of their accessories.