The magic series has a long tradition in the JP range. The Magic Move complements this category with the long-established modelsMagic Ride (Freeride) and Magic Wave (Wave) in the manoeuvre-oriented all-round group right in between. As an easier-to-surf alternative to the JP Freestyle Wave, so to speak. The "Magic" boards always aim for easy, early planing and the most forgiving manoeuvring characteristics possible - from wave boards to freeriders. However, you will probably wait in vain for a "Magic Race", a racing board with air suspension and autopilot.
On land, the Magic Move's flat deck with a lot of flat surface is immediately noticeable. You can almost do a may dance around the base plate, and the deck is hardly rounded "domed" between the loops, unlike the Freestyle Wave, for example. In theory, this board shape already promises particularly good tipping stability. The sufficiently large, firm pads are finely structured, with a rather rubbery surface and very non-slip. Comfortable straps ensure a comfortable hold. In all the strap positions provided, you stand predominantly on the flat deck area. The only fin option is a single fin - which suits the concept well - with a robust 33 mm G10 fin as standard. The planing surface is comparatively long, with a very harmonious curve towards the bow and no significant rocker at the tail. A continuous, very clear V at the front runs double concave from the bow to the tail. The trailing edge is quite sharp from the tail to the mast track.
Stable gliding position and true to track in the jibe
Despite its nominally smallest volume, the JP-Shape is more stable and safer in the water before planing than a Starboard Kode or We One, for example. The board pushes itself over the planing threshold very effortlessly on the long planing surface, even with little sail pull, and maintains its particularly stable planing position throughout the entire wind range. You can also switch to autopilot for a short time or adjust the harness without making unwanted hooks. Even in the outside positions, you are more on the deck than on the side of the rail, which underlines the manoeuvre orientation of the board compared to a small Magic Ride, for example. The Magic Move feels like it glides rather flat over the water - and is visually supported by the slight bend of the deck towards the nose - but pleasantly cushions the contact under the heels. The board glides quickly even without a lot of body tension and is one of the high-performance shapes in the group, but the strap position is less suitable for hard full-throttle heating than a JP Super Ride, for example.
The JP Magic Move shows its bonus in medium and wide planing manoeuvres. Like the Patrik F-Cross, it glides particularly stable on the rail through various radii, stable on track, does not cut off the turn unintentionally, but still remains controllable and comes out of the turn with a lot of speed. Carving through the jibe with the sail down and lots of speed? The Magic likes to work its magic. However, if you want to get a taste of the wave or try out jumped manoeuvres, perhaps a front loop, you are better off with the Freestyle Wave, which also planes well and quite easily. The Magic Move can also handle a 7-power sail and still pulls up well, and you can always rely on the large single fin.
Conclusion on the JP-Australia Magic Move 110
The Magic Move competes in-house in this size more with the smallest JP Magic Ride than with the JP Freestyle Wave. It is a more agile, light-footed board than a Magic Ride, but is also particularly suitable for freeriding and for fluid gliding manoeuvres - with good suitability for lighter gliding climbers.
planing, power jibing, easy surfing; controllability
Wide, flat deck with plenty of space; single fin only
Wave riding and jumped manoeuvres
Technical data JP-Australia Magic Move Wood Pro 110
- Weight: 7.05 kg*
- Price: 2499 Euro
- Info under jp-australia.com
*surf measurement
JP-Australia Magic Move: Available sizes and data
| Volume | Width | Length | Weight** | Fin |
| 90 | 61,5 | 231 | 6,4 | 29 |
| 100 | 63,5 | 235 | 6,7 | 31 |
| 110 | 66,5 | 237 | 6,9 | 33 |
**Manufacturer information
This board is part of the big Freemove Test 2026, which also includes Duotone Freewave, Goya OneJP-Australia Freestyle Wave and Magic Move, Patrik F-Cross, Severne Dyno, Starboard Kode, Tabou 3S+ and We One We Freewave. Further test articles from this group will be published on surf-magazin.de and in surf 3/2026 from 14 April.
