Creative Army Huevo SLX Retro Egg
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The Creative Army Huevo SLX is the surfboard that refuses to pick a side, and that is exactly the point. Blending the best traits of the longboard and the shortboard into one clean, flowing outline, the Huevo (Spanish for "egg") has earned a loyal following as one of the most approachable, versatile, and flat-out fun mid-length shapes on the market.
Retro Egg Shape, Modern Performance
The Huevo SLX starts with a generously rounded nose that sets the egg silhouette apart from anything in the shortboard rack. That round nose feeds into wide, carrying rails through the midsection, giving the board exceptional surface area underfoot and a buoyant, forgiving feel that makes paddling into waves significantly easier than on a traditional shortboard. The outline then draws in toward a fuller, round-pin tail that keeps water engaged through the turn and provides a stable pivot point when you want to redirect.
Beneath the deck, Creative Army shapes a relaxed, low-entry rocker that keeps the nose close to the water for early, effortless pop into waves. The bottom contour transitions from a subtle single concave through the midsection into a light vee off the tail, generating speed on the way down the line while allowing smooth, rail-to-rail transitions through turns. The result is a board that generates speed easily, holds a trim line gracefully, and responds quickly when you press through the back foot and commit to a turn.
The 2 + 1 Fin Setup
The Huevo SLX runs a 2 + 1 fin configuration: a center single-fin box flanked by two smaller side fins. This setup is central to what makes the Huevo feel so distinct. When you lean on the center fin, the board draws long, arcing lines and connects each section of the wave with a flowing, classic feel. The side fins add hold and drive, preventing the tail from sliding out when you push harder through a carve. Together, the three fins give the Huevo a lively, engaged feel that sits between the glide of a single-fin longboard and the bite of a twin or thruster, tuned for surfers who want expressiveness without stiffness.
Who the Huevo SLX is Built For
The Huevo SLX is genuinely one of the best boards for a wide range of surfers. Intermediate surfers looking to graduate from a foamie or a large beginner board will find the Huevo's forgiving outline and generous float give them room to grow without babying their surfing. Advanced surfers who want a fun, wave-count-maximizing mid-length for smaller, mushier days will find the Huevo matches their expectations, responding to subtle weight shifts and precise footwork. It is also a strong choice for heavier surfers or those returning to surfing after time away, because the outline carries volume efficiently without feeling like a log.
In the water, the Huevo SLX excels from waist-high to a few feet overhead, particularly in punchy beach break and softer point or reef waves where drawing clean lines matters more than radical vertical surfing. It is not optimized for powerful, hollow surf, but in the conditions where most surfers actually spend their sessions, it delivers a level of enjoyment that is hard to match in its size range.
Creative Army Craftsmanship
Creative Army was founded by Beau Young, a former World Longboard Champion, and the brand's philosophy is woven into every board they make: honor classic templates, then build them with contemporary materials and precision shaping so the modern surfer gets the best of both eras. The SLX construction reflects that commitment, combining a responsive, lightweight feel underfoot with the durability needed for regular surf sessions. The clean, minimal graphic treatment on the Huevo, visible in the images above, lets the outline and construction quality speak for themselves.
Check the variant selector on this page for the size on the water at Island Water Sports. Questions? Call our store team at 954-427-4929.
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Specifications
- Brand
- Creative Army
- Model
- Huevo SLX Retro Egg
- Shape Category
- Mid-Length Hybrid / Retro Egg
- Nose Shape
- Round
- Tail Shape
- Round Pin
- Rocker
- Low Entry
- Bottom Contour
- Single Concave to Vee
- Fin Setup
- 2 + 1 (Single Center + Two Side Fins)
- Shaper
- Creative Army (Beau Young)
- Best Wave Range
- Waist-High to a Few Feet Overhead
- Skill Level
- Intermediate to Advanced
- Gender
- Unisex
Size & Dimensions
| Length | Width | Thickness | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6'10" | 21 1/8" | 2 3/4" | 44.4 L |
| 7'6" | 21 7/8" | 2 3/4" | 50.9 L |
| 8'1" | 22 1/8" | 2 7/8" | 59.1 L |
Full manufacturer size chart. Sizes available to order are shown in the selector above.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What kind of surfboard is the Creative Army Huevo SLX?
- The Huevo SLX is a mid-length hybrid surfboard in the retro egg style. It combines a rounded nose and fuller outline from longboard design with the shorter, more responsive length of a shortboard. The result is a board that paddles easily, trims smoothly, and still allows for snappy turns, all in one shape.
- Is the Creative Army Huevo good for beginners?
- The Huevo SLX is best suited to intermediate surfers who are confident paddling and catching unbroken waves and want to develop their turns, as well as advanced surfers looking for a fun, high-volume option on smaller days. True beginners typically do better starting on a wider, thicker foam board before stepping into the Huevo's performance range. That said, the Huevo's generous outline and low rocker make it one of the more forgiving shaped boards in its size class.
- What fins does the Creative Army Huevo SLX use?
- The Huevo SLX runs a 2 + 1 fin configuration: one center single-fin box and two smaller side fins. This setup gives the board a blend of classic single-fin glide and the added hold and drive of a three-fin arrangement. Fin choice in the center box lets you tune the feel from looser and drifty to more controlled and driven. See the variant selector on this page for the specific fin box standard used in the size we carry.
- What size Creative Army Huevo SLX should I get?
- The right size depends on your weight, fitness level, and the wave conditions you surf most. A general guide: lighter and fitter surfers who surf regularly can often go to the smaller end of the range, while heavier surfers, those who surf less frequently, or anyone who wants extra float for smaller waves benefit from stepping up in length. The complete dimensions and volume for each size are in the size chart above. Our store team is happy to help you decide; call us at 954-427-4929.
- What waves is the Creative Army Huevo SLX designed for?
- The Huevo SLX is designed for everyday surf conditions: waist-high to a few feet overhead, particularly in beach break and softer point or reef waves where speed generation and line drawing matter more than radical top-to-bottom surfing. Its low rocker and rounded outline make it excellent in mushier surf where a shortboard would struggle to generate momentum. It is not designed for heavy, hollow barrels.
- How does the Creative Army Huevo SLX compare to a regular shortboard?
- The Huevo SLX sits between a shortboard and a traditional longboard in design intent. Compared to a shortboard, it has significantly more volume, a fuller outline, a rounder nose, and a more relaxed rocker, all of which make it much easier to paddle and catch waves on. It sacrifices some vertical snap and tight pivot radius in exchange for flow, speed in small surf, and a much higher wave count. Surfers who ride both often describe the Huevo as their "fun board" that they reach for on days when the shortboard would feel like work.
- Is the Creative Army Huevo SLX a good retro egg surfboard?
- Yes. The Huevo SLX is one of the most recognized shapes in the retro egg and mid-length category. Creative Army founder Beau Young, a former World Longboard Champion, designed the Huevo around classic egg outlines refined for contemporary surfers and modern construction. Its round nose, fuller body, and 2 + 1 fin setup are the defining traits of the egg genre, and the SLX build quality reflects the brand's attention to performance shaping.