For two years, our team put countless prototypes through their paces across the diverse conditions of Hood River, New Zealand, and La Ventana Mexico. From our initial exploration of two-piece boards with interlocking carbon frames to three-piece configurations with removable foot pads, each iteration refined our vision: a mid-length board that combines superior performance with revolutionary portability. The breakthrough came when we moved beyond conventional hinges, which posed challenges with weight and environmental exposure to salt and sand, drawing inspiration instead from aerospace technology. The result is the Waka Glide - featuring our patent-pending carbon-kevlar living hinge, a sophisticated system that delivers mechanical strength beyond the board's expected lifespan while maintaining the perfect balance of structural integrity and weight. We didn't just create a folding board; we engineered a legacy of innovation that will transform how you experience the water.