Great review. I stumbled upon this and pulled out my yellowed og epoxy neckbeard from the back of the shed. I was feeling creative and threw a Tyler Warren twin + trailer set in it. It finally surfed how I wanted to when I ordered it. Super super loose and fun. Thanks for the inspiration.

We def need more reviews from you and Craig, solid work

@Comparesurfboards

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Gavin!

Mate this was one of the best board reviews I've ever watched.

I am a big fan of the original Neckbeard. This is a completely different board. I think the original is more user friendly, more of a groveler. Has a larger sweet spot. It gains speed faster on a flatter wave, but does not turn in the pocket that great. It still is one of my favorites from CI. The 2 is a great board for stronger waves and surfs vertical , and more maneuverable. Defiantly a smaller sweet spot. I really like mine, daily driver. Your review is right on.!!

@Comparesurfboards

4 жыл бұрын

Great to hear your feedback Lambisi and thanks for watching!

@sdaqss

4 жыл бұрын

lambisi buto I love the NB1 as a small wave performance board and was a bit disappointed with the NB2 at first. So different! Even peddling it felt a bit off at first. But then I had a great session on it on a chest high day, great turns, felt fast, I think the single concave did something special. At the same length and about the same volume as my NB1, somehow the NB2 feels more bulky. I still feel weird about it but had one great surf and does seem to handle a bit more size

@poppiiiii

4 жыл бұрын

Totally agree, the NB1 was the real deal. The nb2 fell very bulky compared to my 5 10. I think when brands try to create new version of other successful model it s rarely successful. Dont buy a NB2 if you loved the NB1.

Great review Benny. I have the Uber Xl, which I recently reviewed. I'm a similar size to you at 105kg. My uber xl is 43L and I think am riding it in similar conditions to your Neckbeard2. Do you not find 38L is a bit low on volume for catching and riding Sydney junk?

Great review Ben! I have 5-9 spinetek and after some travel can say best board I’ve ever owned! From 1-2’ in Florida to solid 6’ Portugal...now 3-4’ Costa Rica, clean to messy this board does it all. First thruster I’ve ever enjoyed after 8 years of twin fun fish. This board is a keeper and spinetek is best epoxy I’ve ever felt and I’ve owned most flavors!

@Comparesurfboards

4 жыл бұрын

Great of you to share your feedback on the board Rob and thanks for watching!

@video1critic

4 жыл бұрын

Which fins do you use with your NB2?

@video1critic

4 жыл бұрын

Rob

Great to hear from you again Benny. Another very helpful review. How would you compare the NB2 to the Rocket Wide for Sydney waves?

@Comparesurfboards

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Roger! I like the CI Rocket Wide for the more typical, 'average' conditions we get in Sydney so often. It's a little less nimble versus the NeckBeard 2 but flatter and faster for our weak waves. I think of the NB2 as more of an all rounder shortboard for slightly bigger, better waves. Make sense?

@rogerpye1865

4 жыл бұрын

@@Comparesurfboards Yep. Did you try it in Spine tek?

The internet needs more Benny

@Comparesurfboards

4 жыл бұрын

I need more you Waxfoot...thanks for your kind words :)

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Hi! Really great review! Do you have the dimensions of the rocker, and total width of the tail please??

Benny do yourself a real favour and get a Seaside you will absolutely love it. Would really like to hear your opinion. Helium is a major breakthrough in surfboard technology especially for your average to very good surfer. Try one about 5-10 it is just over 39ltrs

@Comparesurfboards

4 жыл бұрын

Have one on order Graham! But that was in March...Firewire are not quick :) Can't wait!

@cwr8618

4 жыл бұрын

@@Comparesurfboards they definitely are not fast haha

@cwr8618

4 жыл бұрын

agreed. i got the woolite one and like it so much i'm probably going to get the all white

As always great reviews. Question: i need your advice and thoughts on a board. I’m looking at the CI Sampler.I am in my 50’s and used to surf better than average but work, injuries and family commitments limited my time in the water. I am trying to get back at it and would like to get some of my ability back. I think I may need more foam now. I used to stay in the 33 liters area. Do you think If I go with the sampler I should go with more liter? I appreciate your thoughts.

@MrB1019

3 жыл бұрын

Did you buy? They sick boards

Hey Benny! Awesome review mate! I am 6ft, 77-78kg, would you recommend 5'7 or 5'8 ? Cheers

@nicoeastcoast

4 жыл бұрын

Wondering for the same dims..

Hi, have you tried the voodoo child yet?

What FCS fins would you recommend ?

Hey, nb2 vs sampler??

Could you review a misfit bull dove please?

@Comparesurfboards

4 жыл бұрын

Would love to! Thanks for watching!

I’d love to get this one if it comes in larger sizes. I’m 125kg 6”3. Does it come in larger sizes

@Comparesurfboards

4 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, not at this time. I would also like something with a little more volume!

Benny where have you been!

@Comparesurfboards

4 жыл бұрын

Busy my friend!

Are you going to review the CI Bobby Quad!?!??!?!??!?!!?

I don't think you're an average surfer, you just have more potential to improve that others. :^D

@Comparesurfboards

4 жыл бұрын

I don't know what that means...but thanks?

whats a good board thats sort of a hybrid between a long board and a performance board thats about 7 ft 6 in that would suit an advanced beginner?

@Comparesurfboards

4 жыл бұрын

That's a very specific ask - perhaps a Firewire Dominator? Can anyone else help?

@9soccerplayr

4 жыл бұрын

@@Comparesurfboards i started surfing in april on a 9 ft foamie and have had an 8 ft foamie since june and im looking to make the next step into something a little more maneuverable

Can I ask how heavy you are mate? You look about my size and all I surf are shortboards but trying to find one for my 90kg can be challenging because I don't like anything over 6'2.

@Comparesurfboards

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Kane, I'm about 115kgs!

@brutismaximus1

4 жыл бұрын

@@Comparesurfboards Thanks!

@Comparesurfboards

4 жыл бұрын

It's a pleasure, thanks for watching Kane!

Hey Ben are you going to do the new Occy models?

@Comparesurfboards

4 жыл бұрын

I'd like to - love the original JS Occy!

@hughjarman4783

4 жыл бұрын

@@Comparesurfboards yeah I'm thinking of getting a bullseye for Syd

@Comparesurfboards

4 жыл бұрын

Nice Hugh, report back here!

Those fins are my favorite fins, they discontinued them do you know what the closest set in fcs 2 fins is?

@Comparesurfboards

4 жыл бұрын

Hey, I don't know the FCS2 range well but I believe they're similar to the Performers?

@technoskill

4 жыл бұрын

Hey man, 9 months late but I believe the closest FCS2 fin template is the Accelerators, not the Performers.

@harrykenneth7807

3 жыл бұрын

i realize Im kind of off topic but do anybody know a good website to stream new tv shows online ?

@jamesondexter1761

3 жыл бұрын

@Harry Kenneth i would suggest flixzone. You can find it by googling =)

@terrycamdyn2375

3 жыл бұрын

@Jameson Dexter yea, I have been watching on flixzone for years myself :D

I'm 6'4" and 225 lbs. What size do I need?

@Comparesurfboards

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Kirk, I would definitely go for the largest size - like my board here. I would go larger if they had another size up available!

@up4air534

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Benny. I'll check it out. Cheers from Oceanside, CA

Nobody surfs like dane

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A door goes on rail better than this board. Loved the older model and hate this one.