ETHAN EWING’S SITD WINNING BOARD.

The DarkNoiz, crowned the winning board in the 2026 Stab In The Dark by Ethan Ewing, is our most refined round tail performance shortboard, designed for maximum control, speed and flow in wave faces from 3-12ft. In this breakdown, Hayden walks through the design features that led Ethan Ewing to select the DarkNoiz as the winning Stab In The Dark board.

 
The DarkNoiz features a responsive rockerline that generates speed and drive, while the round tail provides control through powerful turns and smooth rail-to-rail transitions. Built in PU Polytech construction, the DarkNoiz delivers a lively yet composed feel in powerful conditions.