SEATTLE RENTALS FIELD GUIDE
Walking the Nose on a PNW Longboard: Urban Surf's 9'2" Lil Buddy
Short-term rentals of the Takayama-inspired 9'2" Lil Buddy—hand-shaped by Dan Murdey and offered from Urban Surf in Seattle—are available in 1-to-3 day options; this guide explains pickup, gear and fit.
Walking the Nose on a PNW Longboard: Urban Surf's 9'2" Lil Buddy.
The 9'2" Lil Buddy is a slightly slimmed-down take on the Bells and Whistles model: a Takayama‑inspired nose rider with a nose patch, belly and V‑bottom concave, thinner rails and a pulled‑in square tail. Built to be responsive rail‑to‑rail and able to accommodate nose walking, the Lil Buddy is a versatile longboard hand shaped and glassed by PNW shaper Dan Murdey and offered through Urban Surf’s Seattle rental program.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Takayama‑inspired Nose Rider
The Lil Buddy’s profile—nose patch, belly and V‑bottom concave, thinner rails and a pulled‑in square tail—makes it a responsive longboard that can be ridden rail to rail and walked to the nose when conditions allow.
Hand‑Shaped by a PNW Shaper
Each Lil Buddy is hand shaped and glassed locally by Dan Murdey, a Pacific Northwest shaper—an attention to craft that shows in the board’s trimmed volume and refined rail work.
Fleet Options for a Range of Conditions
Urban Surf’s rental selection spans soft tops for beginners to high‑performance boards for seasoned surfers, intended for everything from calm Port Angeles waters to the more challenging breaks at Westport.
What the day feels like
What the experience feels like
Renting the Lil Buddy is a simple, focused exchange: collect a finely shaped longboard from Urban Surf in Seattle, head to a nearby break that fits your level, and enjoy a responsive, walkable longboard that blends stability with enough trim to play the nose. The board’s reduced volume and thinner rails give it a livelier feel than a full‑volume cruiser, while the nose patch and concave make nose riding and rail work accessible when conditions cooperate.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits—and who should check details with the shop.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Boards come with fins, a leash and wax included; if you need to transport the board on a vehicle roof, ask the shop for pads and straps.
If the board won’t fit inside your car, be prepared to strap it to the roof and request pads and straps from Urban Surf.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Does the board come with fins, leash and wax?
Yes — all boards come with the necessary fins, leash and wax. Check that all items are included before heading to the coast.
Will this board fit in my car?
Maybe — be prepared to strap the board to the roof of your vehicle if it does not fit inside. Ask Urban Surf for pads and straps if needed.
Is this board fun?
Yes — the shop selects rental boards for maximum fun; the Lil Buddy is chosen for its versatility and nose‑riding ability.
What rental durations are available?
Urban Surf offers 1 to 3 day rental options.
When can I pick up and return a rental?
Renters may pick up the day before at noon and return the day after at noon; every daily rental includes this half‑day buffer. For special accommodations, call the shop.
Where do I pick up the board?
Pick up and return take place at Urban Surf, 2100 North Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98103.