# Surfboard doubles as 10-liter beer tap with built-in pressure chamber Innovative design lets you drink beer while surfing. - **Source:** [design archives | designboom | architecture & design magazine](https://brifing.si/source/11868f8d-1e20-41ac-bc2d-8c5af32d721b) - **Published:** 2026-07-15 - **Topic:** [Product Management](https://brifing.si/c/product) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/ae08be68-ea34-4b48-9b13-b40967fdc963 ## Design merging surfing and beer Developed by Chris Garrett in collaboration with Gage Roads Brew Co., the Beerboard combines surfboard and beer tap functions. The custom design holds 10 liters of beer, offering surfers a fun new experience in the water. ## Technical challenges and solutions Integrating a 10-liter pressurized chamber presented waterproofing and structural challenges. The design team created multiple prototypes to balance beer dispensing functionality with surf performance. ## Tested by professional surfers Olympic medalist Jack Robinson and pro surfer Brendan Margieson tested the Beerboard at full capacity. Trials evaluated both its surfing performance and beer dispensing functionality in real conditions. ## Fresh take on surf culture The project literally interprets surfboard volume measurements (in liters), bringing humor to traditional surf design. This innovative concept bridges surf and beer cultures in a unique way. ## Pushing product design boundaries Beerboard expands the limits of engineering and product design. Maintaining the surfboard's form while adding functionality demonstrates the team's creative problem-solving approach. ## Inspiration for the entertainment industry This project creates new market opportunities at the intersection of sports equipment and consumer products. Its innovative approach appeals to both surf enthusiasts and beer lovers alike. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.designboom.com/design/10-liter-surfboard-beer-tap-built-in-pressurized-chamber-beerboard-chris-garrett-phantom-surfboards-gage-roads-brew-co/ — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._