Rusty x Torq Egg Not Surfboard Review

The brand new colab between Torq and Rusty in the excellent EPS epoxy TEC construction has landed. The first model in this colab is the Torq X Rusty Egg Not surfboard. The Egg Not is a squash tail version of Rusty's Egg mid-length board which has been super popular. With the increasing popularity of mid-lengths, Rusty decided it was a good idea to offer a squash tail mid-length board.
The Tec epoxy construction used by Torq in this model is as good as any other epoxy build out there, the finish and quality is unrivalled. We see a lot of surfboads and the build on this has blown us away, especially at this price point. Epoxy means faster surfing, a more responsive ride and life long retention of that performance, this particular epoxy is tough too compared to standard PU boards. Glassing is 4/4oz & 4oz under 6' 0 and 6/4oz & 4oz on any board over 6' 0.
The Squash tail adds a little more area, lengthens the rail line, and has a more pivoty feel compared to a roundtail. The Egg Not is a great board to have in your quiver. When the surf is average, you’ll have plenty of wave catching ability and it will carry through sections but the board will still be loose enough to turn with ease. As a plus, when the surf gets a bit bigger, it still works surprisingly well too. The Egg Not features a relaxed rocker on the front end of the board which helps with paddle speed, wave catching, and overall glide. The curve is a bit above average which translates to helping tighten the arc of your turns without giving up speed. The thickness of the board is a little thinner than you might expect for a board this size but that's what keeps it lively and responsive. The rails are more thinned out, this makes the board easier to turn and also helps it hold better in bigger surf. Fin setup here is your call. For a higher performance feel go for a 4-fin setup. If you’re looking for something a little cruisier or more traditional feel do a 2 + 1 one setup.
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[@keno1069]

Thanks for posting this!

[@tbaart4428]

In terms of performance, where does this sit when compared to other popular mids (ie CI Mid, CI M23, Slater Boss Up, and Seaside and Beyond).

[@BoardshopUK]

The CI Mid is your more classic, cruisy mid which is happy on ankle biters but loves a larger open face. Great trim and glide with this classic mid. the Boss Up is your more sporty, performance based mid length - take the S Boss and scale it up, this is a mid you can surf aggressively and vertically. The SSB sits inbetween the two, a mid which offers great turning lines and glide with that cruisy approach but can still be pushed in the better surf. The Egg Not sits somewhere in-between the CI Mid and the SSB , cruisy but fast, something you can still push hard and get great response from and has a wide wave range.

[@Gdleon6]

Where does the ci m23 fit between these boards?