Bigger shortboard or smaller midlength for intermediate?
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Glad you're amusing yourself.
FWIW I don't have anything against the design of the 7S, but think the one you've chosen is WAY too big for him.
Same with most of the other boards you posted.
FWIW I don't have anything against the design of the 7S, but think the one you've chosen is WAY too big for him.
Same with most of the other boards you posted.
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Yeah well... They're all "bigger shortboards or smaller mid lengths" and he's a self confessed intermediate level surfer. So "nair-nairny-nair-nair" etc...
And, that 7S model's smallest IS the 7'2
But yeah, for sure he could prob tone down the size of what I suggested. But from what he's stated it sounds like foam would be his friend
And, that 7S model's smallest IS the 7'2
But yeah, for sure he could prob tone down the size of what I suggested. But from what he's stated it sounds like foam would be his friend
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Id be a bit wary of 7'2" at 50ltrs if your 78 or whatever kilos.
The problem is the rocker on a board of those dimensions.
There are a lot of experienced shapers who can even do an 8' or 9' gunny shape
with a low rocker that rides well but there are far more blown up shortboards
that would really need a giant surfer of normal build to make them work.
Think about a grommet on a 6'6" board. Same problem.
Don't know where that one stands but Im 80 or so kilos and it would be a nice length but too fat in that shape.
The problem is the rocker on a board of those dimensions.
There are a lot of experienced shapers who can even do an 8' or 9' gunny shape
with a low rocker that rides well but there are far more blown up shortboards
that would really need a giant surfer of normal build to make them work.
Think about a grommet on a 6'6" board. Same problem.
Don't know where that one stands but Im 80 or so kilos and it would be a nice length but too fat in that shape.
Put your big boy pants on
I mean, tastebuds? WGAF?
I mean, tastebuds? WGAF?
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Kind of the problem. I like the length but most midlengths are 2 3/4" - 3" thick with full rails. Something like that rabbidge shape but only 2 1/2" thick with a little less rail volume would suit better I think??. But they're hard to come across as standard shapes.
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what about a purcho 2+1 - you can find them second hand at solace and sunhouse occasionally - or you can go a custom!
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Yeah, if ur looking at 2.5 as a thickness then ur prob gonna have to get a custom for a big shorty - small midlength. As off the rack u'd be hard pressed finding much under 2.75. Rabbidges boards are nice too.
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Actually, what about one of those Trex Hybrid shapes by Maurice Cole?
Comes off the rack in a 6'6 x 20 x 2.5/8
http://www.ripcurl.com.au/shop/index/t- ... -blue.html
*EDIT*
Actually, what about one of those Trex Hybrid shapes by Maurice Cole?
Comes off the rack in a 6'6 x 20 x 2.5/8
http://www.ripcurl.com.au/shop/index/t- ... -blue.html
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Ok, we've got a plethora of suggestions on the table.
What say you Mark?
My apologies I've just watched multiple episodes of Game of Thrones.
And why not, with the relentless ESE winds shredding the swell we've had for 2 weeks.
What say you Mark?
My apologies I've just watched multiple episodes of Game of Thrones.
And why not, with the relentless ESE winds shredding the swell we've had for 2 weeks.
Only a rat can win the rat race.
Re: Bigger shortboard or smaller midlength for intermediate?
Some great suggestions though I'm going to buy second hand so I'll have less choice really. The simon anderson boards all seem to have a lower volume rail, which I think will suit, especially if I'm getting a bigger board. The mollusc looks like a good blend of hybrid but the nice pulled in tail looks like it could work in decent waves. Need to get out and hit the 2nd hand racks.
Still raising funds at the moment so when I get something I'll update.
Still raising funds at the moment so when I get something I'll update.
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Beery, to figure out this dilemma you've got to figure out how you want to surf and what waves you'll be riding.
two different approaches here.
two different approaches here.
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That's something I'm wrestling with. I'm most comfortable and surf more natural on midlengths in decent waves. I think I suit them and Im happy with how they go for me. However, since getting on Josh's light weight and lively boards I like to do more turns, and even on the fish I find myself rushing things to do sharper turns, rather than flowing more. It's addictive.
So do I stick with what works for me, or try a board type I'm not really used to, and haven't had that much luck with?. It's also confidence too, as it's easy to just suit up and go when you know the board works for you.
So do I stick with what works for me, or try a board type I'm not really used to, and haven't had that much luck with?. It's also confidence too, as it's easy to just suit up and go when you know the board works for you.
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I'm in a similar dilemma to you at the moment Beery.
Looking for something to use on the 2'-4' days.
The range of different design ideas around these days is what's doing my head in, we've probably never had so much choice, from traditional, to right out there.
If I could afford it, I would just go to the guy that made my 7' board and ask for a smaller wave board, and leave it in his hands because he got it right. I haven't narrowed my search enough to lash out yet.
EDIT I like the look of the Mollusc too, chances of me finding a second hand one in the right length would be nil.
Looking for something to use on the 2'-4' days.
The range of different design ideas around these days is what's doing my head in, we've probably never had so much choice, from traditional, to right out there.
If I could afford it, I would just go to the guy that made my 7' board and ask for a smaller wave board, and leave it in his hands because he got it right. I haven't narrowed my search enough to lash out yet.
EDIT I like the look of the Mollusc too, chances of me finding a second hand one in the right length would be nil.
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Hi Matticus, not wanting to hijack Beerfans thread but I was watching your Sweet Potato with interest and considered buying but potential for a bidding war and purchase of fins made me think that total cost would be upwards of $600. I am also considering a 6'4"Potatonator for that price (all inclusive)Matticus Finch wrote:That Annesley board went for $310! I felt bad for the guy, I threw in an old legrope. Not much more I could do. You would have got yourself a bargain.
It wasn't skittish at all, but it was 6'6" and didn't really have those big thick rails that float the board on top of the wave. I had it in everything from knee high to double overhead. It was wide though and that's why I got rid of it, too close to a few other boards I have. I never really gelled with the board, but I didn't end up using it much. I quite liked the thinned out tail. I think it's another board made with fat waves and summer slop in mind, not geared for the hollow stuff, though it went perfectly OK for me, getting me in early.
Sweet Potato went for $366. No last minute bids at all.
I reckon plan on trying 2 to 4 boards in that time frame, use em for a bit and sell them. Then try something else. If you can get yourself in the water a bit more often you might surprise yourself, don't go too big, push yourself a bit. I think the tomo thing is worth considering, just look at what JD has to say about them, stable, easy to get into waves, good for the wobbly old man take offs. But start with a stock standard shorty all rounder and go from there.Beerfan wrote:The plan is to eventually get another JD so it's kind of a 12-18 month deal, and I'll be using the next board as a reference.
3 boards sold this weekend, I've started to get the hunger myself.... Must spend money on plane ticket.
I haven't ridden either of these types of boards but my research tells me they may assist me in wanting to get back into my surfing. Live near the Bra 94kg. 5'11" intermediate ability and fitness and really want something to get me into the waves easily
Firewire's volume calculator suggests something well over 50 litres (6'8" Potatonator and 6'3" SP) and both these boards I've been looking at are around 47 litres. a couple of salespeople have suggested that would be plenty for me but I really don't want to be bogged down paddling around the typically crowded local lineup.
Advice from all much appreciated
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This could become the Iggy scale of wave heights but I rate myself as intermediate:
Comfortable in up to 6 foot surf (fitness depending)
Able to read the surf and generally get to the best takeoff spots
Able to link 3 - 4 turns together either forehand or backhand
Can't do an air (intentionally), don't intend to do an air
Struggle with a vertical forehand top turn
Able to pull in to, and exit, tubes depending on conditions
Never the best surfer in the water, but never the worst, hold my own.
Comfortable in up to 6 foot surf (fitness depending)
Able to read the surf and generally get to the best takeoff spots
Able to link 3 - 4 turns together either forehand or backhand
Can't do an air (intentionally), don't intend to do an air
Struggle with a vertical forehand top turn
Able to pull in to, and exit, tubes depending on conditions
Never the best surfer in the water, but never the worst, hold my own.
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Beery. Have u checked Carabine surfboards out in Wollongong ? I've seen a few mollusc-esque shapes of his out in the line up down there before. He might have something 2nd hand or off the rack ?
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6'6" Black Beauty.
When it gets to this level of self important stupidity I lose interest.
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Hatchnam wrote:Beery. Have u checked Carabine surfboards out in Wollongong ? I've seen a few mollusc-esque shapes of his out in the line up down there before. He might have something 2nd hand or off the rack ?
That will be the first place I look mate. Great little surf shop too.
As an aside, as I was in the doctors waiting ( as you always do ) I flicked through the magazine collection and in amongst all the better homes and gardens and caravan mags was a solitary pacific longboarder. Bloody hell haha
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Black Beauty is a great board. Fantastic for bowly or barreling waves. Though as an all rounder I reckon they've got too much rocker, as by definition of an all-rounder u'd have to factor in fatter and sluggish waves along with the good. Sorry to discount ur advice there Spork, but just speaking from experience having owned one and surfing it in a broad spectrum of conditions. Mollusc et al. are a great trade off, sitting comfortably in the steep, and planing thru the flats etc
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