Lost Surfboards OG Puddle Jumper
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The Lost Surfboards OG Puddle Jumper is the board that defined the modern groveler category and continues to set the standard for small-wave performance more than a decade after its debut. The 2025 Remaster by Matt "Mayhem" Biolos is not a nostalgia trip, it is a precision re-calibration using current shaping technology applied to the outline and rocker curves that made the original legendary.
Design and Outline
The OG Puddle Jumper is built around a wide, full outline drawn from the Bottom Feeder, with the rocker and bottom contour logic deliberately reversed to unlock a completely different performance envelope. The wide nose carries volume far forward, giving the board early paddle entry and a buoyant, forgiving feel underfoot. The outline stays wide through the midsection before tapering to a wide planing squash tail that keeps speed locked in even when the wave flattens out.
The rocker is kept low and continuous from nose to tail, which means the board sits flat on the water at rest and planes through the water at speed with minimal drag. This is the geometry that makes the Puddle Jumper feel fast before the surfer even begins pumping for speed.
Bottom Contours and Wave Range
A single-to-double concave runs from the entry through the center of the board and transitions to a subtle vee off the tail. The single entry concave channels water into an accelerating line toward the fins, generating drive and forward momentum out of the paddle. As the concave splits into double channels toward the tail, it separates and redirects water under each rail, creating lift and making the tail feel light and pivoty on turns. The vee off the tail then releases that water cleanly, reducing drag and allowing the tail to swing freely in tighter arc carves.
The OG Puddle Jumper is built for small to medium surf, from knee-high beach break to head-high punchy peaks. It rewards surfers who want to generate speed in conditions where a standard shortboard would bog and stall. The wide point placement and low rocker make it especially effective on soft, crumbly waves where maintaining trim speed is the entire game.
Fin Configuration and Drive
The OG Puddle Jumper is set up as a quad, with four fin boxes positioned to maximize drive through the bottom turn and deliver a looser, higher-line feel off the top. A quad setup on a wide-outline groveler like this works by eliminating the center fin drag that slows a thruster in small surf, while spreading the drive load across two fins per side. The result is a board that generates speed effortlessly in weak conditions and allows the surfer to stay high on the wave face and redirect quickly in the pocket. Fin selection within the quad layout shifts the feel from a tighter, more controlled drive to a looser and more skatey response. Refer to the variant selector on this page for the fin system this board is fitted with.
Construction
The variant on this page is built in a traditional PU (polyurethane foam) and polyester resin construction. PU remains the preferred construction for surfers who value a direct, responsive feel underfoot and a flex pattern that generates energy through the turn. The board has a clean white deck with a green fade on the rails, finished with the classic ...Lost Mayhem logo and the signature Mayhem script graphic. The 2025 Remaster badge on the deck signals this is the current production shape, not a legacy stock piece.
Who Rides the Lost Puddle Jumper
The OG Puddle Jumper is one of the most versatile boards in the Lost lineup because the wide outline and extra volume make it accessible to a wide range of surfers. Intermediate surfers who have outgrown longboards but find standard shortboards unforgiving in everyday beach break conditions will find the Puddle Jumper gives them the speed and flow they need to progress. Advanced surfers reach for it as a dedicated small-wave board when conditions call for extra paddle power and planing drive. At the performance level, the quad drive and responsive squash tail mean the board does not give anything up to a standard shortboard in terms of snap and vertical attack when the surfer has the fitness and technique to push it.
If you surf South Florida beach break regularly, whether at Deerfield, Pompano, or Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, the OG Puddle Jumper is designed exactly for those conditions: small, fast, often crumbly, and punchy. It is the board that goes out on the days when everything else stays on the rack.
Questions about which size is right for your height, weight, and experience level? Call or stop in at Island Water Sports: 954-427-4929. Our team surfs these waters and can dial in the right fit before you buy.
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Specifications
- Brand
- Lost Surfboards by Mayhem
- Model
- OG Puddle Jumper (2025 Remaster)
- Construction
- PU (polyurethane) / polyester resin
- Fin Setup
- Quad
- Tail Shape
- Wide squash
- Bottom Contour
- Single to double concave with vee off tail
- Rocker
- Low, continuous entry to tail
- Wave Range
- Small to medium (knee-high to overhead)
- Skill Level
- Intermediate to advanced
- Category
- Groveler / small-wave shortboard
Size & Dimensions
| Length | Width | Thickness | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5'2 | 19.50" | 2.40" | 27.25 L |
| 5'3 | 19.75" | 2.42" | 28.30 L |
| 5'4 | 20.00" | 2.45" | 29.75 L |
| 5'5 | 20.25" | 2.50" | 31.00 L |
| 5'6 | 21.00" | 2.54" | 32.75 L |
| 5'7 | 21.25" | 2.56" | 34.25 L |
| 5'8 | 21.50" | 2.63" | 36.00 L |
| 5'9 | 21.75" | 2.70" | 38.00 L |
| 5'10 | 22.00" | 2.70" | 40.00 L |
| 5'11 | 22.10" | 2.70" | 41.25 L |
| 6'0 | 22.25" | 2.80" | 42.25 L |
| 6'1 | 22.38" | 2.82" | 43.50 L |
| 6'2 | 22.50" | 2.85" | 44.75 L |
| 6'3 | 22.63" | 2.88" | 46.00 L |
| 6'4 | 22.75" | 2.90" | 47.00 L |
| 6'6 | 22.88" | 2.92" | 49.00 L |
| 6'8 | 23.00" | 2.96" | 51.50 L |
Full manufacturer size chart. Sizes available to order are shown in the selector above.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What waves is the Lost Puddle Jumper best for?
- The OG Puddle Jumper was designed for small to medium conditions, from gutless knee-high days to punchy head-high beach break. Its low rocker and wide planing outline generate speed and flow in soft, crumbly surf where a standard shortboard would struggle to stay on plane. It is not a big-wave board, but in everyday South Florida surf it excels.
- How does Puddle Jumper sizing work and which size should I choose?
- The Puddle Jumper runs wider and more voluminous than a standard shortboard of the same length, so most surfers ride it shorter than their regular board. The size chart on this page lists every size the model is produced in, with full dimensions and volume in liters. A good starting point is to match the volume to your body weight and surf fitness using the standard volume-per-kilogram guidelines, then cross-reference with the variant selector on this page. If you want a personal recommendation based on your weight, height, and local conditions, call us at 954-427-4929.
- Is the Lost Puddle Jumper good for intermediate surfers?
- Yes. The wide outline and extra volume relative to its length make the Puddle Jumper one of the most accessible performance shortboards on the market for surfers who have a solid foundation but are not yet surfing high-performance boards in gutless conditions. The paddle power and early planing let intermediate surfers catch more waves and start working on turns without the board stalling under them. The wide squash tail is forgiving and predictable, which builds confidence without sacrificing the ability to progress.
- What is the difference between the Lost OG Puddle Jumper and the Puddle Jumper HP?
- The OG Puddle Jumper uses the outline rooted in the original Bottom Feeder shape with a low, continuous rocker and the single-to-double concave designed for maximum speed in weak surf. The Puddle Jumper HP (High Performance) is a trimmed-down, slightly higher-rocker variant aimed at surfers who want more rail-to-rail response and can generate their own speed in slightly better conditions. The OG is the volume-first, speed-first choice; the HP suits those who want groveler paddle power with a more shortboard feel underfoot.
- Does the Lost Puddle Jumper work as a quad or can it be ridden as a twin?
- The OG Puddle Jumper ships with quad fin boxes. Riding it as a quad (four fins, no center) is the intended setup and delivers the drive, speed, and loose-pivot combination the shape was built for. Some surfers experiment with a twin-plus-trailer or twin-only setup using the front two boxes for a looser, skateier feel, though this is a personal preference adjustment. Refer to the variant selector on this page for the fin system this board is configured with.
- Is the Lost Mayhem Puddle Jumper the same as the OG Puddle Jumper?
- Yes. Lost Surfboards operates under the full brand name ...Lost Surfboards by Mayhem, referring to shaper Matt Biolos whose nickname is Mayhem. The board sold as the Lost Mayhem Puddle Jumper, the Lost OG Puddle Jumper, and the Original Puddle Jumper '25 all refer to the same shape produced by the same brand. The 2025 Remaster designation indicates this is the current digitally re-mastered version of the original outline.
- Where can I buy the Lost Puddle Jumper near Fort Lauderdale?
- Island Water Sports carries the Lost Surfboards lineup and serves the Fort Lauderdale, Deerfield Beach, and Pompano Beach surf community. You can order directly from this page, or call 954-427-4929 to speak with someone on the team about availability and sizing before you come in.