
Visit Magic by Bob Mitsven** embodies the most modern vision of his work: a midlength board designed to offer the ideal compromise between the maneuverability of a shortboard and the fluid glide of a classic egg. Heir to the famous Magic from Skip FryeThis San Diego revisited model reflects fifty years of expertise in a design capable of excelling in a wide variety of conditions. Hand-stitched by Bob in his historic workshop, each Magic is the fruit of a meticulous balance between tradition and innovation, where technical precision is at the service of pure feeling.
The Magic is distinguished by its refined outlineslightly more tapered than that of a classic egg, and by a progressive rocker which promotes rail-to-rail fluidity. Sound pronounced V-bottom at the tail improves responsiveness in transitions and allows powerful turns without loss of control. This ingenious design gives the board a unique ability: it remains smooth and stable in small waves, but gains in bite and precision as soon as conditions become serious. The Magic retains the glide characteristic of Mitsven shapes while adding a dose of edginess and modernity that set it apart from the rest.
Designed for surfers looking for both ease and performance, the Magic is incredibly versatile. It paddles efficiently, starts early on the wave and maintains consistent speed even on soft sections, while allowing tight turns in fast passages. Mounted in single fin or in 2+1It adapts perfectly to the surfer's style: more flowing and fluid in single-fin configuration, more precise and lively in multi-fin configuration. Its length, generally between 7'0" and 7'10"This is a handy, reassuring, high-performance midlength, capable of accompanying its rider in almost all conditions.
Each Magic is hand shampooed by Bob Mitsven with the rigorous craftsmanship for which it is renowned: no automated jigs, no CNC, just the eye, the hand and the memory. Visit rails are carefully crafted to provide a perfect balance between grip and release, and each rocker is adjusted to match the desired feel. This craftsmanship gives each board its own soul, remarkable consistency and impeccable finish, true to the heritage of Californian shaping.






Bob Mitsven is a Californian shaper renowned for his precise, authentic work. Based in San Diego for over fifty years, he has crafted thousands of boards by hand, without the use of machines, in keeping with local tradition. His experience and rigor have made him a worldwide reference for top-of-the-range gliders, eggs and fishs.
His arrival at the Shapers Club is an exceptional opportunity. Usually, a Mitsven board imported from California costs much more because of transport, taxes and scarcity on the European market. By ordering directly from his home in Marennes, you save several hundred euros and gain in speed of delivery - without compromising on quality or customization.
Beyond the financial aspect, it's also a rare opportunity to meet Bob, discuss your surfing style and help design your board. You can define every detail with him: dimensions, fin configuration, finish, tint, logo...
A unique experience, reserved for a few passionate surfers, that allows you to own a custom 100 % board, handcrafted by one of San Diego's most respected master shapers.
