Description
Phase Five VIPER Wakesurf Board
The 2026 Phase Five Viper is a high-performance surf style wakesurf board developed with World Champion Sammy Goncalves for riders chasing exceptional speed, pop, and technical precision. Phase Five says its aggressive rail contour creates a sharp leading edge from nose to tail for maximum speed and effortless release, while the sleek, nimble outline helps support advanced maneuvers. Built with Flightlite V2 Pro Select construction and a Twin Fin FCS system, the Viper is designed to feel lightweight, responsive, and performance-driven on the wave.
Features
- Developed in collaboration with Sammy Goncalves.
- Built for riders seeking speed and pop.
- Aggressive rail contour for a sharp leading edge and fast release.
- Sleek, nimble outline for advanced technical maneuvers.
- Built with Flightlite V2 Pro Select, V.R.T. Technology, Reflex Speedrail, Epoxy Resin, Texture Finish, EPS Core, FCS Fin Boxes, Flexspine Carbon Stringer, and High-Def PROPEL Bottom. These construction details are based on the product information you supplied and align with the current official product description.
Build Material
The Viper uses Flightlite V2 Pro Select, which Phase Five describes as its surf style construction for ultimate performance. The brand says this is now its lightest build with a 20% weight reduction, designed to get the most out of the surf shape and provide riders with ultimate feel. Your supplied construction details add that the layup uses a full Innegra bottom sheet with a carbon stringer and a full Innegra top sheet with carbon tape reinforcing the tail.
Fin Setup
Twin Surf Fin Setup
- 49" / 52" — 3.7" Twin Fin
- 55" — 4.3" Twin Fin
The current official product page confirms the Viper uses a Twin Fin FCS system, and your supplied specs provide the size-specific fin breakdown.
Traction
- P5 Techno Grip Traction v2
- Deluxe Surf Pad
These traction details are based on the product information you supplied.
Board Specs
- 49" — Width: 17.8" | Volume: 17.8L | Fin Size: 3.7"
- 52" — Width: 18.5" | Volume: 18.5L | Fin Size: 3.7"
- 55" — Width: 19.25" | Volume: 19.4L | Fin Size: 4.3"
Current 2026 Phase Five lineup pages list the Viper in 49", 52", and 55" sizes in the performance surf style category.
Why You Should Buy
The Phase Five Viper is a strong choice for riders who want a surf style board that feels fast, sharp, and highly reactive. Its aggressive rail line and twin-fin setup suggest a board that favors quick release and precise control, while the Flightlite build keeps the feel light and lively underfoot. That combination makes it especially appealing for advanced riders looking to push speed and technical surf-style performance. The second and third sentences are inferences based on the official shape description and construction details.
Best For
- Advanced surf style wakesurf riders
- Riders wanting maximum speed and pop
- Technical riders looking for a nimble, responsive board
- Buyers wanting a lightweight performance surf style shape
FAQs
Who developed the Phase Five Viper?
It was developed in collaboration with World Champion Sammy Goncalves.
What style of board is the Viper?
The current 2026 lineup places it in the performance surf style category.
What fin setup does it use?
The Viper uses a Twin Surf Fin Setup with 3.7" fins on the 49" and 52" sizes and a 4.3" fin on the 55" size, based on the specs you provided. The official product page confirms the board uses a Twin Fin FCS system.
What makes the Viper unique?
Its aggressive rail contour and sleek outline are designed to create maximum speed, quick release, and better control for technical maneuvers.
What sizes are available?
The 2026 Viper is available in 49", 52", and 55" sizes.