# Shaper

> A craftsperson who shapes surfboards.

**What "shaper" means in surfing:** A craftsperson who shapes surfboards.

**Example:** "Go see a local shaper for a custom board."

**Category:** People

## Related words

- [Quiver](https://surfslang.com/quiver): A surfer's collection of surfboards, chosen for different waves and conditions.
- [Stick](https://surfslang.com/stick): Slang for a surfboard.
- [Stringer](https://surfslang.com/stringer): A thin wooden spine glued through the core of the foam that keeps a board from snapping or flexing too much.

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Source: [Shaper](https://surfslang.com/shaper) on Surfslang.com, the surf slang glossary. Full glossary: https://surfslang.com/llms.txt