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CI's New Dane Reynolds "Neck Beard 2" Surfboard Review by Noel Salas Ep. 69
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In this episode I thoroughly test out Dane Reynolds new pro model called the Neck Beard 2 by Channel Islands Surfboards.
CI sent down three custom boards with the exact same dimensions (5’5” x 19 1/8 x 2 ¼ liters 25.9) and in three different constructions. One board is EPS with a set of medium glass on fins, another EPS in CI’s new technology called Spine-Tek, and the last board is PU. (Polyurethane)
The Neck Beard 2 goes GOOD in 1-6’ surf and it exceeded my expectations for performance surfing. From the very first session in 2-4’ surf there was a special connection with this model. It has incredible speed, good flow, and it enabled me to be more progressive in my surfing. At times it felt magical… like I could do no wrong, maneuvers that I would normally fall I was making.
I was having so much fun in the 1-4’ surf that I didn’t want to get off of it. The waves jumped to 4-7’ and I continued to push the limits looking to find this boards ceiling and it continued to impress me. With this being said the Neck Beard 2 is the first board in my opinion that deserves to be called a “One Board Quiver.”
I highly recommend this board for 1-6’ surf for intermediate to pro level surfers. If this board is not on your radar…. it should be!!
My height: 5’9”
My Weight: 160 lbs or 72.57 kg
Bought my first NB back in 2014. Bright green haha. Well I have gone thru about every grovely board made. From All of Lost’s newer shapes and the CI Pod Mod etc, and I ended up back on the NB2 and it’s my favorite board hands down. Also rode the nb3, but I still like NB2 best. I like the original nb better than the 3 honestly. Thanks for the great review man!!
Hey man. Have you ridden the rocket wide. How does it compare
Glad to hear you liked it! I ordered a custom one last week and I'm even more stoked to get it under my feet now!
Noel is a great surfer and he has valid insight on his boards. Everyone is different though and I just wanted to add my 2 cents here if anyone is looking at the NB2 for a potential new board. I'm 5'9 170 and am LOVING my 5'9 stock Spine Tek (31L). I wouldn't be worried about going too big on this board to be honest. If you're surfing quality waves you probably don't need the foam. If you're surfing your average SoCal beach break through the year, and don't mind the extra foam for paddling and getting on plane a little quicker. My thought is that it's better to have too much speed than too little. This board absolutely flies and if I need to burn speed, it isn't that much of an issue. It pivots nicely off the chop tail when you need it, but also the longer rail line (matching your height) makes it a great daily driver when the surf is waist to a bit over head. The board works great in knee high stuff, but feels the best between chest high to about 2ft overhead. I'm sure it would work great in bigger stuff but haven't had the opportunity. Riding in the AM2 Tech Flex Future fins. The NB2 has the straight outline and flat rocker which will feel very different than a conventional short board. You'll be trading some maneuverability for speed and flow , which should go without saying. Highly recommended board and would recommend it in your standard length without question.
i would encourage anyone buying the board manufactured at the Australian factory to order a custom with extra glass, the extra light glassing on the stock boards dings and pressure dents extremely easily, my board is covered after 2 months of use its pretty damn fragile, even dents from duckdiving....apart from that i love the board, cant believe how well it paddles!
You're the best noel! Every review you make is so good! Also a great surfer🤙🏻
Quality content. Keeps getting Better dude. Thanks.
Would love to see Noel take out 3 additional favorite surfboards of 2018 to see if they can handle 8ft+ like the NeckBeard2. Having that one board quiver is such a rarity and great find, especially for those of us on a budget or often travel.
Wesley Chapman I agree... a 1 board quiver is rare. I don’t think any other board that I have reviewed can handle the range the NH2 did.
Just ordered a NB2 in spine-tek after watching your video a couple of times... You should definitely be in CI's payroll... Thank you for the great reviews.I alway look forward for new episodes. cheers
How is the nb2?
Nice break down of lots of different options (fins and construction) looks fun as.
Just got the NB2 in PU standard glass 5' 9" standard dims - wanted more durability and weight in choppy/textured conditions at my local break (El Porto). After a few sessions I can confirm that at 31 liters this board paddles and catches way easier than my last board at 34 liters (Tomo Evo) which is strange and cool. Those CI guys definitely know how to make a well balanced instrument. Thanks for all the great reviews! So hard to choose!
I'm looking for the same size nb2 PU board. Can I ask your body height and how weight too?
probably the best turn ive seen you do @ 21.5 seconds
I think I saw some secret RW footage snuck in the middle there. lol. Epic review yet again Noel! The Spine-Tek looks spicy under your feet. Great break down on the fin choices like always. Gotta get me some of those betas once they are back in stock. Yew!
For the community: been riding the NB2 in spinetek as a DD and has taken my surfing to the next level. I've never landed an air but this board will make you try. I'm 6'4 and 190lbs and ride the 5'11 stock dims. Paddles better than my hpsb and spinetek is a lot more durable than PU. For Mr. Salas -- going to Nica soon and was wondering how'd you like the nb3? I have the Two Happy and wanted a second board in case it snaps, but the nb2 doesn't do so well in hollow Beach breaks or size. Was thinking the nb3 would be a good idea with the rounded tail to keep things calmer for bigger/hollower waves. Thanks! And feel free to ask questions anyone here about the NB2.
This is the best ive ever seen Noel surf!
Great review as usual. Thanks Noel you're the best!
Board looks sick!!! Probs the best I've seen you surfing too!
Amazing review !! that chopped tail works as an extra fin in cutbacks!! now I really want one!!
flakoman27 Epic board for sure... showed me how good it goes.
The board made your surfing seem really sharp...your rail cuts through the water like a razorblade (0:36) !
Great review as always Noel,
Thanks a lot!
I totally didn't need another board. But I couldn't help myself after watching this a couple of times. Thanks, Noel!
Emilio Carrasco Yewww!! Let me know how it goes
Best surfboard reviews out there. Noel rips
great stuff mate - blessing from hossegor France - when im back in town im off to get one of these - the first one i owned was the best board ever - super stocked to see it back - catch you in the water in 2019 - God bless from me and the family - Rich
Richard Ellerington Yeww Thanks Rich. Merry Christmas and blessings to you too.
It could be selective memory, but it seems like I haven't seen you surf better than you are on the Neckbeard. And as a fellow guy getting older, that speaks volumes about that board.
GeniusUnleashed I agree...
Thanks for the review Noel. Inspiring surfing. How old are you?
We evaluated square tails and found they pivot turn well. The reason for a square tail is to ride a shorter board with more parallel rail line. It rail turns like a longer board but pivots off the top. Everyone in my group preferred a swallow tail because the tail sinks more in a rail turn. The board you are reviewing was ridden by Corky Caroll at pipeline in the 1970's.
Another great review Noel, appreciate how in depth u go with these boards. Surf n Show is my goto when buying a new board. Noel which board floates and paddles better the neckbeard 2 or the OG flyer?
I’ve seen all your surfboard reviews and initially came to the conclusion I was always riding the wrong board for the day. Now I know I’m just riding the wrong waves. we spend all this money on expensive equipment when really all I wanted was an average board with average fins and awesome waves. Great revews Noel 👍🏼
JVA Excellent waves with long rides make it easier to fine tune equipment and dial in your surfing. Technique and good surfing habits take a while.... so getting on a wave that allows multiple maneuvers will help. Find a good wave and pair it with the right equipment equals happiness and better surfing over time. Cheers
This is the best board you’ve had under your feet. Making it the best surfboard ever made.
Tom Fletcher I agree... looks and felt amazing
Got one last week. Get's up and goes right away. Good planing speed but surprisingly responsive.
After riding twins, quads, and twinzers for several years I'll need some more time but looks to be a possible all time fave.
Another good recommendation fron S n S
have you ridden in 5 foot surf? what do you think of it in that size surf? cheers
@@MrB1019 yes
Legit 5 foot Oside north side of the pier. The city made an incredible sand bar by dredging. A good South pushed in by a lesser West made for 4 days of some of the most legit slabs in years. I'm pretty big. And I found that my NB2 was really hard to paddle in early. I always felt late. I'm sure it has a lot to do with riding chunky fishes for years. But it held in on solid overhead barrels. Super responsive and drivey. Not even a little sketchy in solid barrels. Except for paddling, one of my all time favorites.
yeah noel! ripping! definitely you will sell some of those boards hehe
Heya Noel, just wondering what fin you would now call for the NB2, a raked fin like the MF fin to tame the square tail during turns or a real upright fin to counter the boards propensity to surf horizontal? My guess is a construction with a little less flex would hold better and perhaps not an AM2 type fin where the back fin is smaller (so it doesn't slide too much). Some friends and me are keen to hear your thoughts on this, particularly: upright vs raked for the NB2, and having the same size back fin (not a smaller one) so it holds. Cheers!!!
Yo quiero cualquiera de esas tablas!! 🌊🏄🏻♂️ surfeas muy bien amigo! 🙌🏻
Your surfing looks so alive with this board, feels like you really enjoying it!
Pablo Fernández I had a blast... sorry the review is over.
when surfing you look like Slater's doppelganger and you pretty much surf like him too!
Surfing looks so good on this board Noel...cheers.
Christian69James The NB2 is legit!!!
@@surfnshowreviews7777 I can see...ripping. Also, good call on the fins you told me about for the Lost PJHP...threw in the large Reactor fronts and medium rears... Boom..!! So good..!!
Hi Noel, thank you for the awesome channel. I have learned so much from you!
I am curious about one thing: the NB2 would do good with a big twin + trailer fin setup? I'm thinking the MR's here.. what do you think?
yewww! Just when I thought I has done buying boards and thought I was happy with what I have......now I have to have a NB2! damn you!
you'll need the voltaren after that sesh noel! Shredder!!!!!
Great review of this new model Noel! Comparing the same board in the different construction variations gives an honest perspective of what will suit the best for everyone. I'm 5'10, 195 lbs; I surf as much as I can, but I make it a point to get in the water every week, this last month I've put on a lot of hours in the water with all the great swells and conditions we've got in SoCal; what dimensions and construction would you recommend me for surfing around here? I really like the normal PU construction with the Large fins, as it feels like home under my feet, but the Spine-Tek construction looks like it would spice the quiver!
Juan Sebastián Lozano Spinetek is sick and I recommend it in 1-4’ surf.
I have a 6'2 pyzel shadow that I love and ride in 3-6'. Do you think a 5'10 NB2 would complement my shadow for smaller surf (1-4')?
Love the reviews Noel! Have you considered trying different spots on the same boards? I think allot of boards would work well at 2-4 foot lowers but put the same board on a fatter face or hollower wave elsewhere and it would be a different story. For example the neck beard in 5 foot soft lowers holds well but might struggle in a 4 foot punchy spot.
ron stuff We will try boards at beach breaks over the winter time. When we shoot beach breaks we don’t usually get much footage in a day and we try to drop a review every two weeks. In the Summer time we were dropping a review weekly. Your point is valid but we might get less footage and less board reviews done.
thanks great review :)
Hmmm trying to determine the most air friendly board review I’ve seen you do. For small waves it seems you had more release/pivot off the untitled?
Noel’s backhand attack is 👌🏼
I appreciate the breakdown of how the same fin template can have different personalities and ideal conditions depending on flex and construction. I also found your interview with Britt pretty insightful and a cool behind the scenes look to a piece of surf history that's now evolved into a surprisingly refined and versatile board (despite that bit of an eyesore tail hehe)
Daniel Perlaky Cheers for the kind words. The tail is a bit strange looking but incredibly functional. Britt made that interview fun..., had a great time hanging with him.
Noel, Excellent Reviews! You should be on payroll for CI, Lost, Pyzel, Futures, FCS, etc... because your reviews are giving them incredible sales spikes! Your audience will be stoked for you to make a living doing what you do so well. The integrity of your reviews will not be tainted by the funding because the proof in your reviews is always in the pudding ( the video footage). Plus, the reason that you are such a great asset to surf companies and the public is that everyone knows that you tell it straight (and from knowledge/testing). CI or Lost should at least collaborate with you to create a signature Noel Salas board-- they can call it the "Favorite Drink" model. And have you tried the Stretch Quads? They are some of my all-time favorite fins. Please get 'em in a review
caleb odam Thanks for the kind words!!! I just got the Stretch Quads... we will get them going ASAP
Great review
Thinking about custom
5’7” X 19 1/2 X 2 7/16
I’m 5’6” 170lbs
Will it still be able to do quick turns and bury the rail? (Worried about how full the rails will be)
My black baron by JS is 5’6” and works perfectly..
Thank you always taking the time and answering my questions.
Michael Ono Might be to thick... check out the Weirdo Ripper.... insane one 3-8’ surf and loaded with foam.
great vid!
Sick board !
Aloha Noel,
How does the spine-tek compare to varial foam in terms of resistance to pressure dents on deck and discoloring of foam/glass; also performance of course.
Mahalo nui for all u do for da community!
Your surfing looks sharp! How would you compare to the pyzel gremlin? I’m looking for something to surf in 1-4 that is fast and still high performance.
Kris Rasmussen Both boards are sick... the Gremlin paddles a little better and might be a little more user friendly. However the NB2 promotes progressive surfing in the pocket and above the lip.
Another great review brother! I’m so conflicted now bc after your Slater Designs review of the Cymatic, I thought I found my next board. After this, I’m wondering if the Neck Beard 2 might be better. Thoughts between the two? Thanks for the awesome knowledge as always 🤙🏼
Tomek Kosalka You have real problems... deciding between two sick boards. The Cymatic is so fun to ride such a short board with a HPSB feel. The NB2 has progressive surfing all over it for me. If you want to surf more progressive in 1-6’ surf then I would go NB2. If Tomo’s Designs are a mystery to you and you want to give his boards a go then the Cymatic is a blast. Maybe try to demo both and then pull the trigger.
I got a demo on the cymatic coming up so I need to a demo with the NB2. Thanks for you insights, all the best! 🙌🏼
Holy shit Salas, you're ripping!
Really enjoy your videos! I have been surfing all my life and have ridden many many different boards. I just recently got a Aloha Jalapeño in their linear carbon technology LCT by Aloha Surfboards out of Australia. This board is mental I would love it if you got your hands on one and did a comprehensive review for me it's magic I would love to see what you think.
Cheers
Tyler
Tyler Killeen Stoked you found a magic carpet!!! I will look it up... not sure about a review. Cheers
Hey Noel, I know that this review is a year old, but as someone with lots of CI experience, I think your design idea of shortening the carbon strips in the tail will lead to a potential buckle point where the central strip and the rail/tail strips are supposed to overlap.
I've seen spine-tek break just above the center strip (toward the nose) before and I would be worried that a back footed surfer would buckle it at the tail just above where you cut short the carbon strips. My working theory is that the spine tek transfer the stress along it's length and once beyond it's length that's a potential weak spot.
It's a great construction, but I think that interplay on the tail keeps the board strong.
Curious if you ever got Britt to make you one the way you proposed and what your experience was?
Josh Ellis Nope.. they did come out with the Blue Patch shortly after my time with Britt. Not saying they got the idea from me either... however the blue patch on the toe side works good enough.
Final got a neck beard 2 Noel. Had it in two great sessions already . Beach breaks around head high. Really exciting board to surf. I find myself pushing my turns more and generally surfing different on this board ( in a better way ). I hear there’s a neck beard 3 about to be announced. Very excited to see it .
So stoked for you!!! Check out my new fins... they go so good in the NB2. www.shopsurfnshow.com/collections/fins/products/surf-n-show-thruster-rakes
@@surfnshowreviews7777 was trying to get them but not available in the UK yet. So far just your twin set is available.
@@RyanVailMusic True that... ask the folks at Down The Line surf to order them custom for you on their next shipment.
@@surfnshowreviews7777 already chatting to them 😉. Going to have to get a fishbeard to get those twins lol
For the spine-tek EPS construction with this board, would you recommend CI's stock ultra light glassing layup (4oz/4oz & 4oz) or their standard stronger one (6oz/4oz & 4oz)? Do you think that little extra weight added from the thicker standard glassing could be beneficial to the spine-tek board for the 2 ft - 6 ft wave range? Thx
Mitchell Wilkinson A little more weight will be a little better in bigger surf. It will also take less pressure dents and last a little longer. In 1-2’ surf you might feel the weight a little and have a little less pop though.
Noel first of you are ripping on that board wowser. Great review as also. Well I am dead set on getting a NB2 but I am a taller lanky guy so dims on a board like this can be tough. I am 6'2'' and weight 175-180 lbs. and an average/intermediate surfer. Any guidance on stock dims would be awesome, looking for this to function as my daily driver and when needed grovel as well. Thanks Noel!
what did you end of going with?
I’m trying this board out in the morning (memorial day ) the CI truck is at RC Trestles so I asked myself why not stay one more night here being that they have this board in my dims and in spine tek
Miguel Marquina Epic... let me know how it goes
Thanks Noel for the deep insights and analysis. I think this is on my list, I am just doubtful as CI in Europe outsources to Olatu (Pukas) and I have bad experience with boards' durability; but spinetek may be a solution to it. I was wondering, which other SWPBoards with a medium exit rocker have you tried and would recommend, from any shaper? Cheers
Ch CI out The Medina by Cabianca. It’s epic…
@@surfnshowreviews7777 cool, they are here in spain already. Thanks!
Hi noel . Really love your surfing.
Did the eps core feel more “chedery “, then the spine tek ?.
I was thinking of giving a chance to the fever spine tek.
I surf waves that could be choppy .what do you think?
Thanks a lot 🙏🏾
jacob shemer The Spinetek EPS has less chatter... but if your surfing choppy waves often then I would go PU.
Another amazing review with amazing surf. Just one question. i am at al merricks site and the dims of your board don`t match the dims of the neckbeard2 at all merricks site. Am i wrong? Keep up the amazing reviews and surf. Thank you.
Ricardo Laranjeira My DIMS are Custom because the Stock DIMS were not there for me to choose from. Ordering this NB2 again I would go Stock 5’5”.
Hi Noel, I have the RW and the board is sick on 1-3 ft surf. Would you think NB2 would be a good options as a step up for 3-6 ft ? Keep rocking on the reviews, it is outstanding. Best in the web for sure. Cheers!!
Rafael Athia The NB2 is a sick Daily Driver for 1-6’ surf. So yes... shred it in 3-6’ surf.
@@surfnshowreviews7777 Thanks Noel, see you in the water!!
Feelin it !
Man tryin airs an ting.
Noel right now I ride a 5’7 monsta box absolutely love it but I kinda outgrew it so I’m looking for a new one board quiver would u go with the NB2, the Holy Grail, or the Pyzel phantom I’ve seen all your reviews and love them.
Noah Stone NB2 Spinetek for sure
great review! if you had to compare the neckbeard 2 to any of the current lost mayhem boards that you have reviewed... which would it be?
Michael Shroads No comparison to any Lost board at this time. This NB2 is pretty unique and I haven’t surfed anything like it before. Cheers
Hey Noel, would you go as short as 6" inches under your height if this was mainly a small wave board? I'm 6' + 150lb (rail skinny) looking at a 5'6 standard dims. Thanks man, your videos are so helpful!
Keith Putnam Yes, I think that’s fine for 1-3’ surf. If it gets bigger you might need a little more rail in the water on your bottom turns.
I’ve been looking at the NB2 for awhile now but before I decide to purchase it, I have 2 questions: Is it worth the extra money to buy it in spine trek in terms of durability and overall feel? And also what fins do you recommend for best performance on this board? Thanks!
P Garnier Yes I recommend the Spinetek over PU for 1-4’ surf. More pop, last longer and a bit more durable.
Great review!! I'm 5'6 and 152lbs, intermediate surfer, looking for a One Board Quiver, what dims on the nb2 Spine-Tek would you recommend? Cheers
Bruno Bittar the Same liters of your favorite small wave performance board.
Hi Noel, Just got my NB2 a couple weeks ago. Here it is my review (to all of you also), and notice I am just coming out from a Lost Psychokiller (PK), both with 29L, and 5.9. I do prefer Lost Carbon Wrap over the SpineTek, mostly because the Spinetek gets the board to stiff (at least for me), also I do believe Spinetek floats a bit more, PK paddles a bit better and its easier to catch waves (in my first 2 days it was quite difficult to catch waves on my new NB2...). Now, the NB2 is much more looser, I love it in the pocket (it is really fun the way the tail gets released), and goes over flatter sections much better (PK used to stop). Surprisingly, NB2 handles bigger waves better (I already surfed from 1 to 7 foot waves with it). Overall, NB2 is a great board, but would be even better in Carbon Wrap :)
Hey Noel. Nice review. You can really see the difference between the honeycomb AM1 and tech flex AM1 in the
spine-tek. I'm riding a bunny chow right now with the Dane large captain fins and love it, but at times it feels a bit too
loose for me. I was wondering if riding the AM2s would tighten it up due to the increased sweep in the template. Have you tried the tech flex AM2? Wondering if they would give me more hold and allow me to push harder in my turns
without sliding the tail.
I am 6 foot 3 and 200 pounds. Roughly Jordy size.
Andrew Ratchelous Absolutely... the AM2 will tighten it up a bit. More rake, surface area, and more fin depth. The Tech Flex Large felt really stiff to me though. They felt good in bigger surf with more power. You might want to just try the AM2 in Honeycomb.
Hi Noel, I am intermediate , 176 pounds, 5'11" tall, 53 years old. What would be my size in Spin Tek as a groveller? 6'0 (35.7 liters) or 6'2" (38.2 liters) ? Which FCS fins? Thanks a lot. Very goods vids. Super style.
Hello Noel
i'm on the fence here between this board and the udxl
which one do you find more forgiving and versitile as a daily driver in chest to overhead surf?
nb2 looks great but might be little too loose for me
thanks
Sam Norrad NB2 is loose, fast, and radical. If that sounds to exciting for you then go UD XL
Seems like you steered CI towards the new blue “happy patch” on their new happy model with your tail flex discussions. Well done!
@Sullivan Leighton fuck off
Hi Noel. Thx for a great review. How do you think the Machado Pivot Blackstix fins will work on the NB2?
Too much pivot… it will be hard to control. Maybe fun in 1-2’ Beachies for quick pivot for top to bottom surfing. In 2-5’ surf in will lack drive on rail and be hard to control
Hey Noel, what would the NB2 go like with an upright fin like the Reactor, have you tried, would it project in the pocket?
Kapukataumahaka Owheo I have not tried it... the NB2 pivots quick with a raked fin. No need for a pivot fin... maybe go with a Neutral fin like the Performers or JJF in Futures.
Hi noel.
Thanks for the great revews!
Im a intermediate,front foot sufer (5'7. 75kg)and I would like to learn big carving,deep bottom turn and powerful surfing (like dane's style)with 2 to 6日ft range waves at beach break.which board n dim do you recommend for me?
Yuichi Inada NB2 or Black n White.
Aloha Noel, awesome review again!
Quick question, I have a pod mod (minus dims 5'2") and have heard good things about the rocket wide, what would you recommend is the better of the 3? Mahalo
Whitney Haraguchi All 3 models are my favorites in the CU lineup. The NB2 has the best wave range out of the 3. I would be torn too but if you don’t switch boards much in different sizes then go NB2. Once you get in it you won’t want to get off.
@@surfnshowreviews7777 You the man Noel, love the show!
Good stuff Noel, so what medium futures fin do you recommend for the nb2 for 1-4 ft surf?
Sunglowz Al Merrick Medium... AM1’s.
I'm calling this the POP without the Spring
I took this board out on Monday, Memorial day where the waves were shoulder high on the bigger sets. One thing I like to do is take a board out on crappy days to see how well it performs under less than desirable conditions. I caught fun waves on this board but it was nothing of what I expected, let me explain, With a board being that wide I like to see that get up and go right out the gate and this board didn't have that for me. The board honestly felt clunky. When a good section did come through and I got a chance to experience it in the pocket, the board came alive at the top of the wave with good pop and can be thrown around pretty easy, however it lacked the spring that something like the cymatic or even the rocket wide had infused into it's design. If the wave didn't offer much punch then the board was slow edge to edge and tended to bog fairly easy. However, if the wave had some kick to it then you got to experience how fun it could be. Right now I'm surfing the Holy Grail by Hayden Shapes cause I took a trip up to Huntington, were the waves can very easily amplify so I wanted a board that can handle that so that's why I selected the Holy Grail. Sadly, I think I would have had more fun on the grail than on the NB2
Board Wars Holy Grail vs NB2
The Grail bends over and goes booboo on the NB2
thumbs down on the NB2
Pros: fun when the waves have punch and are clean
Cons: in my experience: not an all rounder and most def not a quiver killer, missing that spring on the bottom turn(better on the backside), tail feels too stiff, too much carbon on the tail, lacks get up and go, does not help you catch waves early enough being that it's so wide, rails tend to bog easily if wave doesn't have much punch to it.
Hi Miguel, great report. In reading all the comments I think I might be the only person who doesn't like how Noel surfs on this NB2. I am considering a holy grail. Can you please tell me how is the HG paddling ability?
@@goog646 Sure Glad you liked the report, Okay so here are the nuts and bolts of your question, The board can be a surfed on smaller days if you're mid intermediate over above because the board is whippy and can get into those small crevices of a wave really fast and it will allow you to get those quick turns in smaller waves. The paddling can go either way, In my opinion, I would rather grab another board on smaller days unless I was surfing somewhere punchy like snappers or Blacks. It's not the best paddler because of the pointy nose although there is ample foam upfront, again if you're already a good paddler then you should be fine but a lot of times I find myself riding the wide point because everywhere else is thin and I have heard this from other surfers as well, meaning riding the board more up towards the front on smaller flatter days,
hope this helps
M.
@@dkilla01 thanks so much. I have surfed for 43 years and I surf 5 to 6 days per week, so I surf reasonably well. I have ridden only short boards (and that's all I want to ride). My current board is a Baby Buggy (all time favourite) but at age 55 I would like to paddle into waves sooner. Do you know if the Holy Grail paddles better than the Baby Buggy?
Hi, Noel great video as usual. I was looking at the CI website and I don't think you mention it in your video but the options are of some considerable extra costs, spine tek +$130. Flex bar +$190 . Do you feel these options are value for money and have you tried and varial foam boards as that is a $295 upgrade!
krusher74 I know I do not mention the cash upgrade but to surfers who want a little more pop in their turns, more flotation, or more durability then The extra $ is worth it.
krusher74 Yes I have used the Varial foam and it’s pretty sick but not worth the extra cash from my perspective. It doesn’t hold up much better compared to EPS or PU.
Go to our website and watch the construction review I did a couple years ago. Under the “construction” tab. I surf the CI Sampler model in 5 different constructions and one of them is Varial Foam. I also did a separate review on Varial vs PU.
How Noel, I just bought an OG flyer as my daily driver. Would the NB2 be a good complement to use in 1-3 foot surf or is there a lot of overlap between the 2 models?
I think they compliment each other well. NB2 in 1-3’ and the OG in 3-6’ surf
Hi Noel ripping as always. Have you ridden the NB2 as a quad with the square tail (as it comes in 5 fin set-up)? Would the swallow tail be a better set-up for a quad than a square tail? I'm going through a Bobby Martinez phase at the moment riding quad swallows. I ran a swallow tail design through the custom set-up on the Channel Islands web page and the outline looked sick. Waiting to pull the trigger based on your advice. Cheers Legend!!
Corey Middleton Dang... that sounds fun but no I have not tried the NB2 as a Quad. Mine were only Thruster set ups so no Quad options. It sounds like a good time and I am super curious to how it would go too. Sorry
Wow - great example of a magic board , electric surfing Noel!
swooshcdl Yewww! Cheers
Surf n Show Reviews - @Noel, looking for some perspective choosing between the cymatic , phantom, and neckbeard 2 as a go to board for California waves. Seems like the neckbeard might have the largest range (never would have thought that with the tail shape) with the playfulness in small waves. But your reviews of the cymatic/phantom show that they are quite versatile as well. Seems like you couldn’t wrong with any but curious if you’d have any subtle thoughts on differentiation between the 3? Thanks 🙏
Bro 13:36 !!! That board was dripping with spice for you!!!
Zenfire Trading Cheers
NB2 - best board ever!! Love mine in spinetek
Can nb2 can handel 4/5 fit?
Noel, (1) whats your preference the Neckbeard 2 or the Sampler for 2-4 foot average and pumping waves? (2) Also, which board feels more high performance? Thanks
Kapukataumahaka Owheo I prefer the NB2. It has more hold and it can handle more wave. The Sampler is really fun in 1-4’ surf and the NB2 is epic in 1-6’ surf.
Hi Noel,
I am thinking about getting NB 2 in epoxy, but surf where rocks are and get a lot dings. Do you like the XTR or your thoughts, I never see much on it from you vs. the Spinetech which I know you love?
Thinking XTR since closed cell.
R Watty I like XTR foam.. sounds like a good call. Get the closed cell foam... it will last longer too
Hey noel. Do you suggest getting more volume for groveler boards? Usually ride boards around 28l.
matt3082 I like my Grovelers in EPS and PU roughly the same liters as my HPSB.
What do you think the NB2 would ride like as a round tail? Perhaps it would drift less out of top turn? It could then be surfed more aggressively. There must be the odd guy around SoCal that rides it with a round.
Kapukataumahaka Ōwheo It should offer more hold in theory but I never tried one or seen one in Round Tail
Noel, do you thé difference between fever and Neck beard 2 tail carbon patches please? Do you think new blue patch for happy model could be thé answer to your half carbon tail patch custom nb2 order? I like futurflex and lft and wouldn't toi stiff on nb2
Yannick Haddouche Yes, I think the new blue patch CI is doing could be a good answer to more tail flex in boards. The big question for me is will it keep the board from cracking under my toe side bottom turns? For years the Carbon tail hits saved my boards from destruction on the tail. I would be curious to do some testing on CI’s new blue tail patch. I will check in with CI and see if they want a review on this new patch they are doing.
Hey mate, almost ordered a rocket wide after the last review, now I don't know lol.. is that tail user friendly or could it be hard work for a lesser surfer who isn't always on rail through turns?.
ben clarke Both boards are mental!!! The NB2 is very easy to surf and has speed to burn. Maybe get to a demo day and try a RW first.
@ben clarke good question!
Hi Noel, any plans to review the NB 3 or Rocket Wide Squash coming up? Be awesome to see how the new versions compare to the old.
Absolutely... I will be doing both boards. Stay tuned
Hey Noel difficult to tell from pics and videos but is the nose shape top 3rd of the nb2 full-ish/hybridy or sharp/pointy?
Ryan The Rock Sharp/Pointy
Hi Noel hope your well. I just picked one of these up but need to dial in some FCS fins. I just had my first Surf on it in 2 foot junk but I only had the Mick Fanning FCS 1 fins in Large which was'nt working at all. I'm quite abit heaver then you so would you say I should stick with large fins for this board?
Peace Soup Large Al Merrick fins....
@@surfnshowreviews7777 Thank you bro keep up the great work.
Great reviews as always. What dims do you rekon for me: I’m 5”11 and 154lbs.
I’m having a really hard time trying to decide which dims would suit me. I’d be surfing this board in 3-6ft conditions.
Thanks a lot from Aus, and keep up the good work
Marley Mondzheyovsky What are the DIMS and liters on the board that you have now for those size waves?
Thanks for the reply
I’ve been surfing a hand shaped 5’9 x 19 3/4 x 2 5/16 twin fin, which I believe is based off the CI Twin Fin.
Not sure on the liters but probably close to around 30 as that’s what the CI Twin Fin it was based off is
Marley Mondzheyovsky I think 30 liters might be a little much for your weight to turn this board quickly. The Twin Fin your riding now I am sure feels fast and loose because it’s a Twin Fin. Maybe your range should be roughly 28-29 liters on this NB2.
Great, thanks so much for the help. Love your reviews
Hey there Noel. Did Dane’s NB2 have large or medium fins glassed on? I’m 80 kgs and the medium fins in air core felt good but lacked drive to me. I’ve got the spine tech stock 5’8.
I put in the performance core lge AM and the board felt mental. Way more speed off the bat and a lot more control.
Richard Embery I am not sure on the size fins Dane has on his board but I am pretty sure his were large. He is a pretty big guy and he pushes with a lot more power then most. If your lacking Drive then a Large fin will fix that....
Surf n Show Reviews Had another surf with the large fins and the board feels amazing. For me it feels way better wiith large fins.
Noel, I have the FCS II Reactor fins in my NB2, looking to switch up and test some find out to see what else this board can do. Do you recommend the Felipe Toledo, AM, or AM Aircore?
Jason G I like the AM fins in the NB2, another raked set I Love are the Kolohe Andino’s.
@@surfnshowreviews7777 Mahalo Noel!
Thanks Noel, for the neckbeard 2 a lot of reviews except you say they prefer it in bigger surf , do you agree and what do you think about that?
Sunglowz I like the NB2 best in 1-5’ surf... beyond 5’ it can slide out a bit.
If your were choosing one small wave performance board for 1-4 surf at your local break what would you chose?
Sunglowz NB2
Noel!! whats up I haven't seen any of the boards we spoke about reviewed yet. What's up man where you been. My buddy is checking out a Firewire double agent, any thoughts? I've been checking out the Superbrand Fling, Firewire Vader, neckbeard 2, sci-fi, rocket wide, and one model I'm not sure if you remember the Sharp Eye GL-1. what do you think is the best for an NJ surfer coming off an awful injury that really needs to surf? I know its a lot Noel but your the best in the business. Thank you. Scott
scott cuttre I have a Sci Fi coming for review. Super doesn’t want to send two board for each board review, and I won’t do it for one board. We request two board for multiple reasons. The NB2 is amazing....
Great review Noel, shredding mate!! How would you compare NB2 to the phantom as an all rounder in weaker waves?
djconeuk NB2 better in 1-3’ surf 4-7’ Phantom is better. NB2 1-6’ surf unmatched on any other model tested to date.
@@surfnshowreviews7777 Cheers Noel! I've just ordered a phantom custom dims. I think the square tail of the nb2 put me off a little. (just checking when you say 6ft are relating to 6ft faces or 6ft being double overhead?)
djconeuk I say 6’ Cali style... maybe 2’ overhead. I think a couple waves on got on the NB2 might have been a tad bigger than 6’ but the NB2 handled it very well. It’s not the ideal wave size for that board and that’s why I said the NB2 shocked me with it’s versatile wave range. The Phantom would go mental in the bigger stuff.
Hi Noel, Excellent review!
In a review of the Rocket wide you Declaration that it is the best surfboard in 1-3 waves.
beyond the fact that the neck bird fits higher waves, what is more suitable for 1-3 fit waves?
and why?
(both in spine tek).
Amir Shahar Not sure the RW is more suitable for 1-3’ waves now after riding the NB2. I will say that the RW can do tighter turns in a small wave. The NB2 gets vertical faster due to pivot off the square tail. If I had to choose between the two I would go NB2 so if it gets bigger than 3’ the NB2 excels there compared to the RW.
Pat Gs clip is also amazing , there must bd something magic about this board