La Phase Five Diamond CL The Diamond shape, designed with Drew Danielo, world wakesurfing champion, is now available in a more accessible CL version. This skimboard style offers the speed, pop, and control of a competition shape without the daunting learning curve, and is one of Phase Five's best-selling shapes.

📏 Size/weight chart — Is the Diamond CL suitable for your body type?

⚠️ Good to know: These recommendations are for a rider of average build and skill level. If you weigh over 102 kg or are under 170 cm tall, contact us: we'll advise you based on your body type.

The diamond tail: speed and pop

Le diamond tail It offers more surface area than a classic pin tail. Combined with Phase Five's fast rocker, it keeps the rider on their back foot and makes the board very fast, for more pop and higher airs. This is the design that allowed Drew Danielo to gain height and amplitude.

A narrower nose for easy carving

Le narrowed nose It allows you to carve effortlessly from the top to the bottom of the wave. A board that remains easy to position, even when the rider starts seeking more commitment.

A unique 2-inch fin: clean and responsive feel

The Diamond CL is built with a single-fin setup and a thin (drift) 2-inch skim at the tail. It offers a clean and responsive feel, perfect for tricks and progression. You can replace the original fin with a smaller one to get a freer skim feel.

CL Construction: Composilite™, robust and affordable

The range CL Phase Five is based on the construction Composilite™, a proprietary, highly durable molding process, developed and manufactured in the United States. It combines a winding E-Glass™, a continuous 3/4 inch core, polyester resin and a finish TuffCoat™ Gloss. A pro shape at an affordable price, built to last.

Traction: comfort and grip

The standard skim pad with P5 Techno Grip™ v2 offers reliable grip on long sessions, even with wet feet.

Handmade in Florida

Each Phase Five deck is handcrafted at the factory in Venice, Florida. Graphics may vary from one deck to another; the images on the website are for illustrative purposes only.

Technical specifications

For which rider?

The Diamond CL is for you if:

• You're progressing in skimboarding and want a pro-inspired shape, without a daunting learning curve.
• Are you looking for speed and pop for spins, shuvs, and big airs?
• You weigh up to 102 kg and are between 170 and 193 cm tall
• You want a pro shape at an affordable price, with a robust construction

The Diamond CL is not ideal if:

• You're a beginner and prefer a smoother, more forgiving, rounded pin tail → check it out Prop CL
• Your rider is a lightweight → head towards the Scamp or the Shrimp
• Looking for an ultra-lightweight premium construction for advanced tricks? → See the Phase Five premium range (Diamond Turbo, MVP)

FAQ

What is the Five Diamond CL Phase? The Phase Five Diamond CL is a 57-inch (144.8 cm) skim wakesurf board, the CL version of the Diamond shape designed with Drew Danielo. It features a diamond tail for speed and pop, a narrow nose, a unique 2-inch fin, and Composilite™ construction.

What rider height is suitable for the Diamond CL 57 inch? The Diamond CL 57 inch (11 L) is suitable for riders up to 102 kg (225 lbs) and 170 to 193 cm tall. For riders taller than this, please contact us for advice.

Is the Diamond CL suitable for riders who are progressing? Yes, it's a pro-inspired shape that delivers speed and pop without a daunting learning curve. It's suitable for beginner to intermediate riders who want to progress towards spins and airs.

What is the difference between the Diamond CL and the Prop CL? The Diamond CL has a diamond tail designed for speed, pop, and airs, and is offered here in a 57-inch size (up to 102 kg). The Prop CL (54-inch) has a rounded pin tail that prioritizes smooth turns and is suitable for riders up to 86 kg.

Why a diamond tail? The diamond tail offers more surface area than a classic pin tail, resulting in a faster board with more pop. It allows you to achieve more height and amplitude in the air.

Is a fin (drift) included? Yes, the Diamond CL comes with a 2-inch skim fin at the tail and 1.25-inch screws. You can replace it with a smaller fin for a freer feel.

What is a skim style board in wakesurfing? A skimboard is a thin and responsive board, without the thick shape of a surfboard. It glides easily on the water, making it ideal for spins, slides, and surface tricks.

What does CL mean in Phase Five? Phase Five's CL range uses the Composilite™ molded construction, which is very resistant and more accessible than premium constructions, while retaining the shapes that have made the brand famous.