Thanks Noel, I just rode my Modern 2 for the first time. I’m running the Merrick twin plus 1 setup. I held them up to the MR twin fins and they are very similar but the slimmer tip on the Merrick’s really lets you load up more quickly when you’re pumping for speed in sub par conditions. The V in wider boards is key which I why I went with this over the Merrick Twin but I got it two inches longer for float - this is the magic board at 6’2- I’m 200 lbs in a wetsuit. You are hands down the best board reviewer, THANK YOU!
Hey Noel. Just wondering if you'll ever do a review on the Modern 2.5? Would love to hear the comparisons between the Modern 2 and the 2.5 and how different they surf. Love your reviews! Cheers
Hey Noel, I was stoked to revisit this review and much appreciate the detail. I ended up snatching one of these up this afternoon via Craigslist at a great price - 5'6" size (I'm 5'9" 155lbs) and I'm gonna run either the MR Twin plus trailer or my much loved Tyler Warren twin plus trailer. I know it's meant to be a small wave board and I intend for it to be mostly for that around SD and OC but I'm also looking forward to seeing how it goes in the overhead range, too. Sometimes during a session the average waves can be chest/shoulder high but those standout sets come around every so often and can push a foot or two overhead so I'm hoping this can handle that. Obviously Filipe rides it overhead in the videos but I'm hoping a layman can too. Thanks for the great detail in your reviews, really helped me make a decision on this as well as the 5'9" Holy Grail I picked up earlier this year (again via Craigslist) that's been my daily driver and favorite board I've ever owned - been running it with Twin plus trailer in all types of waves from reefs to beach breaks 3-9 foot faces and felt like there was still more headroom on the board though at the higher end I'd go thruster or quad. I'm hoping this Modern 2 will be that 2-7 foot faces daily driver and still be doable up to 9 foot faces.
Glad you liked this review and thanks for the props on the edit. The Fusion E2 has great flex and feel so if you like the TLPC then you will love this board and construction. Cheers
One of the best review. tnx. wating for feedbak for the JS fins setup on shortboard and the review for LOST driver. bothe together will be great. cheers
daniel vb He is a really nice guy... and talked a bunch about boards and fins. He rides a Large fin too.... all the time and he weighs 20lbs less then I do.
Quick question. How is the board in regards to durability. I find that I pressure dent my PU boards quite easily comparing that to my Firewires, they are rock solid. Is the Fusion e2 closer to PU or Firewire.
Thom Ye The FireWire LFT and HE constructions are pretty durable. The Fusion E2 is in between the PU and the FireWire LFT. PU’s are pressure dent pretty easy and I think a regular EPS foam blank is roughly 20-30% stronger when it comes to pressure dents. The HE by FireWire is the most durable and has the best flex compared to anything else I have tested.
Awesome review. If I have a 6'1" Rocket Wide PU at 38 liters and I want a Modern 2, would you recomm2nd the 6'0" at 36.4 or the 6'2" at 38.5 liters? Both options would be in E2 construction. Thanks
hey noel, quick question- I find twin + trailer is great for smaller mushier surf. With this type of shape, when the surf picks up, and when I want more control does a set of thruster fins help give me a little more control and slow it down a little? I know the fin placement is slightly different for these two and if there are any drawbacks to having this type of shape be an all around board just by switching out fins. thanks
The BB grovels a little better and it’s a true Twin Fin. The M2 offers more hold and pivot so better in the pocket due to the little trailer. My first choice of these two sleds is the BB.
This Modern 2 feels like a true groveler and the Untitled has hidden foam and feels like a small wave performance board. The Untitled is way more progressive in the pocket. The Modern 2 has a performance feel for a Twin Fin and goes good in 1-3' surf. I would not choose to ride this Modern 2 in surf over 4' but I would have no problem surfing the Untitled in waves up to 6'. I hope this helps.
I have this board. Got it brand new and the glassing on the tail is coming apart. Not sure if it's a one off but I'm pretty disappointed. Anyone else with this board seeing something similar? Was looking to get the Maguro soon but my first Sharpeye board is making me reluctant.
It's definitely epic and I ride it with MR's as well. BUT, totally different bottom contours. RNF is single to double to vee. That convex all the way through looks interesting. A few of my Stretch boards start with vee but then go concave thereafter.
Patrick Cummings This is the first board I have ever ridden with a Vee bottom like this one too. I heard from the guys at Lost that the Redux is a good seller for them.
@@soulsurfer3102 The M2 will paddle better and carry a bit more speed due to it being a little wider. The Sampler will out perform the M2 in the pocket due to its HPSB outline. If I had to choose one for 1-4’ shredding fun waves I would go Sampler. If your surfing 1-3’ mushy slow waves then I prefer the M2.
Gregg Sakowicz It’s worth a try... might be a bit to much fin with a trailer or not. I would even try it with the Power Twins and no trailer, maybe a nubster if needed.
Hey Noel, Im wondering what the difference is between a rounder template compared to a board with more parallel rails. Perhaps you could start a video series about some of the different board characteristics i.e. tail shape, rockers, fin configurations, and so on. I think they would get a ton of views. Anyhow thanks for sharing your knowledge and expertise, it's greatly appreciated.
A rounder template will have an easier time getting in the pocket compared to a board design with more parallel rails. The board with more parallel outline or rails will be faster down the line though. I hope this makes sense.
The Modern 2 paddles better, it’s faster, and grovels better. The RW offers more performance in the pocket. The RW will do sharper turns and surf more vertical with less effort.
What Channel Islands board would you recommend for the following conditions? An outside peak with 4-5 ft. faces that are slopey to medium steep that breaks into a flat spot, then reforms into 1-2 ft. face that is slopey to medium steep. I have a 5'2"x18 3/4"x2 1/4" squash tail, high-performance, small-wave board and my weight varies between 150-160 lbs. I may be too heavy for this board. It works best for me on reef breaks and it paddles into waves best for me under the lip. I have to pump hard and plenty to get through flat spots and this board pivots in a very short space. When I frontside cutback to rebound, it happens very fast as though it happens in the same space. I like to feel the rail engage a bit more. I also have to back off a bit when doing backside snaps because it feels like it's going to fly out if I go vertical.
UniqueStranger You could go with the Pod Mod. It will go good in the wave types your talking about and it can surf in the pocket really well to. You could also go with a custom B&W. Low entry rocker with aggressive tail rocker for progressive surfing. This 3 are my favorite.
Surf n Show Reviews Thanks! The B & W has similar qualities to the fever. Why don't more Channel Islands pros use it in contests? Zeke switched to the b & w from the rook 15. However, Adriano did win his championship mainly with rook 15s.
Great review,hell i just like to watch u surf ! Those bigger MR's did the trick! U surfed it great Noel,and Felipe oh my god ! that guy can turn an ironing-board into a magic-stick ! great review keep em coming ! :)
Hi, sick review... I bought a Pod Mod a year ago and I love it.. its still pretty much intact as I only surf it at mushy pointbreak like waves. However I want to give it a twist, ¿How do you think a Pod Mod would work with the Twin plus small trailer setup?
Carlos A Ramos S S Pod Mod is epic for sure. Not sure why don’t you try it and report back to all of us. You be the test pilot in this one... cheers!!!
Miguel Marquina The Rocket 9 feels more like a performance short board compared to this board. This board is a true groveler... tins of volume under the chest. You should check them both out and you will see what I am saying.
Hey Noel, in a comment on the BSR results video I compared this to the Astropop since they seemed so similar to me in outline and foam distribution and their intended surf conditions. You mentioned they're quite different so I'd love to hear a bit more about your thoughts on that and maybe it'd help those watching this video possibly comparing boards. If not Astropop what other board would you compare modern 2 to? I rode it today in really bumpy overhead crossed up SD reefs with MR twin plus trailer and it was insane at making sections, so fast. I would have ridden my holy Grail normally but I wanted to test this board in it's upper range of wave size and bumpy to see if it works at all and I was really pleasantly surprised. My main quiver now is 5'6" Modern 2 for 2-7 foot faces, 5'9" Holy Grail for 4-9' faces, and 6'1" Pyzalien as my step up for 6-10' faces. (I'm 5'9" 150lbs). Thanks for all your help to the community!
Daniel Perlaky That Modern 2 has a ton of Vee from what I remember.. and that convex bottom really separates it from a lot of other Groveler type boards in comparison. It does hold well in a little bigger surf but the ride is unlike the Astro Pop due to it having a single to double concave on the bottom with a little Vee out the tail. The concave is faster causing the board to have lift and skip across the water. The Modern 2 with a convex bottom will do the opposite... as it picks up speed it will sit down a bit in the water and help the board roll over on rail and give it good hold.
@@surfnshowreviews7777 awesome that's super helpful distinction. Compared to the Holy Grail (in one session so far but same find) the Modern 2 has a lot more speed, but then the Astropop would have even more and world shine in the lower gutless range. The Modern 2 has the versatility then that I needed cause it's got plenty of ability to clear weak sections while turns and hold at speed were there too and for me a single session could have the need to make both weak and stronger waves. Thanks.
Tony Howell This construction is as good as all the EPS boards I have been testing including the Lost Carbon Wrap. Now the flex and feel is not the same but the quality is there for sure. Each new EPS construction has a little different feel but their strength and quality has been very good for my testing process.
Surf n Show Reviews I totally love your channel and I had a question for you. I have been riding the channel islands pod mod (5' 10 and about 38 liters of volume) as my first shortboard for the last year. It works great in little waves but is a little slow when it gets into bigger surf. By the way I am 5 foot 11 and 145 pounds at 13 yrs of age (still growing). I am looking for a board that I can take out in bigger surf more towards the 5-8 foot range. Do you think the channel islands fever would be a good board for that? If so what dimensions would you reccomend. If not do you know of any other boards that would be good for me? (I like Channel islands because I get a 40% discount on boards because my cousins are team riders).
Earthling of the Sea So stoked you like our show. The Pod Mod is so good and yes I think the Fever would be great for you. One thing concerns me is the volume at 38 Liters on your PM is a lot. When you get on a Fever your gonna have to work hard paddling and the Fever is going to be very loose and responsive compared to your PM. I suggest the 6’1” if this will be your first HP board or a little bigger. Maybe you should consult with your cousins who are team riders to help you too.
I dont think ive ever seen a convex bottom on a performance shortboard before. Im shaping (or trying to shape) a performance twin fin like this board but i was just gonna do a single to double to v out the tail but maybe i'll give the convex a try. Most of the twin fins ive ridden felt a little sticky going rail to rail so i could see why he did that.
ryan rowe So Sick.... I would love to hear how that goes for you. Maybe you could shape one and tell me how it goes after you shred it a bit? If you shape it with a convex bottom please snap a shot of the board and email it to me. Noel@surfnshow.com. Cheers
The Modern 2.5 is epic in 1to 3+ft waves! Lot of speed and drive and very easy rail to rail transitions. Good on the pocket also. I can tell you is my best groveler board ever!!! (I have a 5´4" in Dual Core and I use AM 2+1 twin fins setup). Cheers.
Noel. I'm on the fence between the 5'8 (31.6L) and the 5'10 (34.2) modern 2. I usually ride around 33L. Do you recommend I go with more or less volume?
djpipe1 The Modern 2 is more of a Groveler and super fun in 1-3+. The Rocket 9 feels more like a short board and goes good in 2-6’+ surf. When you see both of these two boards in person side by side they look and feel completely different. The volume in the nose and chest area on the Modern 2 makes it a legitimate small wave board.
Thanks Noel, I just rode my Modern 2 for the first time. I’m running the Merrick twin plus 1 setup. I held them up to the MR twin fins and they are very similar but the slimmer tip on the Merrick’s really lets you load up more quickly when you’re pumping for speed in sub par conditions. The V in wider boards is key which I why I went with this over the Merrick Twin but I got it two inches longer for float - this is the magic board at 6’2- I’m 200 lbs in a wetsuit. You are hands down the best board reviewer, THANK YOU!
David Valdes Yewww So stoked for you. I love hearing comments like this. Magic carpet!!!
Hey Noel. Just wondering if you'll ever do a review on the Modern 2.5? Would love to hear the comparisons between the Modern 2 and the 2.5 and how different they surf.
Love your reviews!
Cheers
Wow FIRST tube ever I've seen of you!
Yeewwwww!!! Toledo sounds like a nice guy!
Board looks super fun. You had good flow on that board, looked good under your feet.
bushkey Yew!! Thanks.... super fun board!!!
Hey Noel, I was stoked to revisit this review and much appreciate the detail. I ended up snatching one of these up this afternoon via Craigslist at a great price - 5'6" size (I'm 5'9" 155lbs) and I'm gonna run either the MR Twin plus trailer or my much loved Tyler Warren twin plus trailer. I know it's meant to be a small wave board and I intend for it to be mostly for that around SD and OC but I'm also looking forward to seeing how it goes in the overhead range, too. Sometimes during a session the average waves can be chest/shoulder high but those standout sets come around every so often and can push a foot or two overhead so I'm hoping this can handle that. Obviously Filipe rides it overhead in the videos but I'm hoping a layman can too. Thanks for the great detail in your reviews, really helped me make a decision on this as well as the 5'9" Holy Grail I picked up earlier this year (again via Craigslist) that's been my daily driver and favorite board I've ever owned - been running it with Twin plus trailer in all types of waves from reefs to beach breaks 3-9 foot faces and felt like there was still more headroom on the board though at the higher end I'd go thruster or quad. I'm hoping this Modern 2 will be that 2-7 foot faces daily driver and still be doable up to 9 foot faces.
Thanks for another great review. Maybe you can start reviewing dirt bikes and basses too so I can just get all my info from your channel!
Philip Kelly Classic... dirt bikes scare me bro.. I have only done that once and hit my face on the handle bars going a micro jump. Classic... cheers
Great honest feedback on the different fin setups! Wish you could get the MR Twins in Futures...
Valdo van Zyl That would be epic if the MR Twin Fins were in Futures.
Wow. Dig my TLPC new flyer and love twin fins - will definitely check out the M2. Silky backside 360 Noel! Great video and edit. Thanks.
Glad you liked this review and thanks for the props on the edit. The Fusion E2 has great flex and feel so if you like the TLPC then you will love this board and construction. Cheers
One of the best review. tnx. wating for feedbak for the JS fins setup on shortboard and the review for LOST driver. bothe together will be great. cheers
Cheers... glad you liked the review. I don't have a set of the JS Fins yet. I will try to get my hands on some. The Lost Driver review is up next!!!
Great review
Do you recommend putting screws with the fcs 2 MR template?

Yes… sometimes the fins pop out
wow sick that you found Filipe there to try out the board
daniel vb He is a really nice guy... and talked a bunch about boards and fins. He rides a Large fin too.... all the time and he weighs 20lbs less then I do.
he uses a thruster setup or a twin fin with the small center fin?
daniel vb He uses the MR Twin Fin + a small trailer just like i did.
Quick question. How is the board in regards to durability. I find that I pressure dent my PU boards quite easily comparing that to my Firewires, they are rock solid. Is the Fusion e2 closer to PU or Firewire.
Thom Ye The FireWire LFT and HE constructions are pretty durable. The Fusion E2 is in between the PU and the FireWire LFT. PU’s are pressure dent pretty easy and I think a regular EPS foam blank is roughly 20-30% stronger when it comes to pressure dents. The HE by FireWire is the most durable and has the best flex compared to anything else I have tested.
Have you tried reversing the fins by using a larger fin in back and smaller fins on the side? The large back fin tends to give more drive.
UniqueStranger I have not tried that... sounds interesting though. I will check it out. Thanks
I have, your pivot is farther back than pivoting off the front fins. But, it has tremendous amount of hold for really big hard driving bottom turns.
I have done it on a Stretch quad. I placed the larger fins in the rear for more drive and it worked.
UniqueStranger Epic.. thanks for tip...
Awesome review. If I have a 6'1" Rocket Wide PU at 38 liters and I want a Modern 2, would you recomm2nd the 6'0" at 36.4 or the 6'2" at 38.5 liters? Both options would be in E2 construction.
Thanks
How much do you weigh? How does your 38L vomit float you? Does your board feel responsive or sluggish and hard to turn?
Gday Noel. Hey just wondering if the fins are clustered on the modern 2 or if they are positioned as a standard thruster.
Good question… it’s been a while since I reviewed that board…. Can’t remember. Shoot the folks at SharpEye for that answer
hey noel, quick question- I find twin + trailer is great for smaller mushier surf. With this type of shape, when the surf picks up, and when I want more control does a set of thruster fins help give me a little more control and slow it down a little? I know the fin placement is slightly different for these two and if there are any drawbacks to having this type of shape be an all around board just by switching out fins. thanks
Nice thinking on suit + fin set up combo.
Stoked you like that little idea.... trying to keep it simple. Cheers
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Did you notice the difference?
What construction do you like more, the Dual-Core or the E2 by Surftech?
pirateunder40 E2
It will work with the asher pacy 2+1 set up?
Not sure… give it a try
Hi, how would compare the modern 2 to the misc Hayden shapes?
The Modern Two offers more performance.
Hey Noel how would you compare this to the Black Baron Js?
The BB grovels a little better and it’s a true Twin Fin. The M2 offers more hold and pivot so better in the pocket due to the little trailer. My first choice of these two sleds is the BB.
Thanks for adding the Toledo experience. I was gonna get a 5'6" but now I know I need a 5'10" 180lbs. Which you liked better? 5'4" or 5'6"?
go check your stats on volume calculator that Sharp eye has on their website
Hi, what's the main feeling difference in between this board and the Haydenshapes Untitled one?
This Modern 2 feels like a true groveler and the Untitled has hidden foam and feels like a small wave performance board. The Untitled is way more progressive in the pocket. The Modern 2 has a performance feel for a Twin Fin and goes good in 1-3' surf. I would not choose to ride this Modern 2 in surf over 4' but I would have no problem surfing the Untitled in waves up to 6'. I hope this helps.
Heye champ.littel advice.what is rhe difference between m2.0 to m2.5? please
Sorry not sure… I never tried the 2.5
I have this board. Got it brand new and the glassing on the tail is coming apart. Not sure if it's a one off but I'm pretty disappointed. Anyone else with this board seeing something similar? Was looking to get the Maguro soon but my first Sharpeye board is making me reluctant.
Emilio Carrasco Talk to the folks at SharpEye. See if they can help you out before you get to bummed out.
If you were to pick one would you go with this SharpEye Modern 2 or the CI Twin? Also picking for smaller SD waves.
Eric Disque Modern 2 Paddles better... both sick. Tough one... I would go Modern 2
Surf n Show Reviews thanks. It sounded like sizing up for you didn’t really hurt performance either.
What do you like better as a pure twin, This or the CI Twin, in the dual core?
Johnny Ferreira I like this one better. A little more performance for sure.
Looks like it flys
I'm lookinf for one to surf in small waves on summer 1-2 foot. Is the monsta box hify epoxy good in small wave like the modern 2 ? Whith is bether?
Felipe Segatto do Carmo I would say the Modern 2 is better in 1-3’ surf... the Monsta Box is more of a daily Driver in 3-5’ surf.
Thanks for help
Sick board! looks a lot like the RNF Redux from Mayhem.
Shannon Essers I heard the RNF Redux by Lost is EPIC too!!!
Surf n Show Reviews it is!
It's definitely epic and I ride it with MR's as well. BUT, totally different bottom contours. RNF is single to double to vee. That convex all the way through looks interesting. A few of my Stretch boards start with vee but then go concave thereafter.
Yeah I almost got one but ended up getting the Short Round from Lost. The fish outline with that wing and swallow tail just looks really good!
Patrick Cummings This is the first board I have ever ridden with a Vee bottom like this one too. I heard from the guys at Lost that the Redux is a good seller for them.
Hey Noel thanks for the awesome content, have you had the chance to ride the modern 2.5? How does it differ from the modern 2? Thanks 🤙
No sorry
Noel.i know you've surfed the lost retro rnf. Have you ever surfed the redux?i was wondering if you were able to do a comparison? Thanks Jon
Jon Kennard Sorry I have not ridden the Redux
Thanks for the video! How do you think this board would go in Poly instead of E2?
Can this board Handel 4_to5 weakness wavs?
Yes
@@surfnshowreviews7777 just from curious I can't decide between m2.and the sampler.what the difference ?eave range?prefomns?pleas
@@soulsurfer3102 The M2 will paddle better and carry a bit more speed due to it being a little wider. The Sampler will out perform the M2 in the pocket due to its HPSB outline. If I had to choose one for 1-4’ shredding fun waves I would go Sampler. If your surfing 1-3’ mushy slow waves then I prefer the M2.
Can you compare this with a Lost Puddle Jumper HP or a Lost UberDriver XL?
Great review, convinced me to buy one. How do you think the FCS2 Power Twin (with a trailer) would go on this board (particularly for a bigger rider)?
Gregg Sakowicz It’s worth a try... might be a bit to much fin with a trailer or not. I would even try it with the Power Twins and no trailer, maybe a nubster if needed.
Hey Noel, Im wondering what the difference is between a rounder template compared to a board with more parallel rails. Perhaps you could start a video series about some of the different board characteristics i.e. tail shape, rockers, fin configurations, and so on. I think they would get a ton of views. Anyhow thanks for sharing your knowledge and expertise, it's greatly appreciated.
J-Rock Sounds like a good idea... I will consider it moving forward. Cheers
A rounder template will have an easier time getting in the pocket compared to a board design with more parallel rails. The board with more parallel outline or rails will be faster down the line though. I hope this makes sense.
Surf n Show Reviews That makes perfect sense. Similar to board length.
Hey coach! Thank you again for the great reviews !
How would compare the modern 2 to the rocket wide ?
The Modern 2 paddles better, it’s faster, and grovels better. The RW offers more performance in the pocket. The RW will do sharper turns and surf more vertical with less effort.
@@surfnshowreviews7777 thank you so much for the quick response coach ! 😀
Do you think the Merrick 2+1 twin fin setup would be better than the MR twin fins on the Modern 2 on the waves you tested the board in?
b navarrete I like the MR’s better in that board. The AMt’s are a bit to upright and make that board too loose.
Surf n Show Reviews awesome, i’m gearing up for the small waves here in San Diego. Very helpful, cheers!
What Channel Islands board would you recommend for the following conditions? An outside peak with 4-5 ft. faces that are slopey to medium steep that breaks into a flat spot, then reforms into 1-2 ft. face that is slopey to medium steep. I have a 5'2"x18 3/4"x2 1/4" squash tail, high-performance, small-wave board and my weight varies between 150-160 lbs. I may be too heavy for this board. It works best for me on reef breaks and it paddles into waves best for me under the lip. I have to pump hard and plenty to get through flat spots and this board pivots in a very short space. When I frontside cutback to rebound, it happens very fast as though it happens in the same space. I like to feel the rail engage a bit more. I also have to back off a bit when doing backside snaps because it feels like it's going to fly out if I go vertical.
UniqueStranger I would go Fever!
Are there other Channel Islands boards with similar qualities?
UniqueStranger You could go with the Pod Mod. It will go good in the wave types your talking about and it can surf in the pocket really well to. You could also go with a custom B&W. Low entry rocker with aggressive tail rocker for progressive surfing. This 3 are my favorite.
Surf n Show Reviews Thanks! The B & W has similar qualities to the fever. Why don't more Channel Islands pros use it in contests? Zeke switched to the b & w from the rook 15. However, Adriano did win his championship mainly with rook 15s.
UniqueStranger it’s all a personal preference. They all surf so different too.
Great review,hell i just like to watch u surf ! Those bigger MR's did the trick! U surfed it great Noel,and Felipe oh my god ! that guy can turn an ironing-board into a magic-stick ! great review keep em coming ! :)
AmirVechter So stoked you like the show. Filipe was blowing my mind on this board!!!
Hi, sick review... I bought a Pod Mod a year ago and I love it.. its still pretty much intact as I only surf it at mushy pointbreak like waves. However I want to give it a twist, ¿How do you think a Pod Mod would work with the Twin plus small trailer setup?
Carlos A Ramos S S Pod Mod is epic for sure. Not sure why don’t you try it and report back to all of us. You be the test pilot in this one... cheers!!!
Hey Noel
How does board feel under your feet as apposed to the rocket 9?
Miguel Marquina The Rocket 9 feels more like a performance short board compared to this board. This board is a true groveler... tins of volume under the chest. You should check them both out and you will see what I am saying.
Hey Noel, in a comment on the BSR results video I compared this to the Astropop since they seemed so similar to me in outline and foam distribution and their intended surf conditions. You mentioned they're quite different so I'd love to hear a bit more about your thoughts on that and maybe it'd help those watching this video possibly comparing boards. If not Astropop what other board would you compare modern 2 to? I rode it today in really bumpy overhead crossed up SD reefs with MR twin plus trailer and it was insane at making sections, so fast. I would have ridden my holy Grail normally but I wanted to test this board in it's upper range of wave size and bumpy to see if it works at all and I was really pleasantly surprised. My main quiver now is 5'6" Modern 2 for 2-7 foot faces, 5'9" Holy Grail for 4-9' faces, and 6'1" Pyzalien as my step up for 6-10' faces. (I'm 5'9" 150lbs). Thanks for all your help to the community!
Daniel Perlaky That Modern 2 has a ton of Vee from what I remember.. and that convex bottom really separates it from a lot of other Groveler type boards in comparison. It does hold well in a little bigger surf but the ride is unlike the Astro Pop due to it having a single to double concave on the bottom with a little Vee out the tail. The concave is faster causing the board to have lift and skip across the water. The Modern 2 with a convex bottom will do the opposite... as it picks up speed it will sit down a bit in the water and help the board roll over on rail and give it good hold.
@@surfnshowreviews7777 awesome that's super helpful distinction. Compared to the Holy Grail (in one session so far but same find) the Modern 2 has a lot more speed, but then the Astropop would have even more and world shine in the lower gutless range. The Modern 2 has the versatility then that I needed cause it's got plenty of ability to clear weak sections while turns and hold at speed were there too and for me a single session could have the need to make both weak and stronger waves. Thanks.
Noel how would you compare the lost carbon wrap to this construction? I'm skeptical about a pop out board but the price is right.
Tony Howell This construction is as good as all the EPS boards I have been testing including the Lost Carbon Wrap. Now the flex and feel is not the same but the quality is there for sure. Each new EPS construction has a little different feel but their strength and quality has been very good for my testing process.
Hi Noel, just watched Craig's review and come to check yours again, which did you prefer the 5'4 or 5'6?
ttv74 I liked the 5’4” better
@@surfnshowreviews7777 Thanks Noel
Surf n Show Reviews I totally love your channel and I had a question for you. I have been riding the channel islands pod mod (5' 10 and about 38 liters of volume) as my first shortboard for the last year. It works great in little waves but is a little slow when it gets into bigger surf. By the way I am 5 foot 11 and 145 pounds at 13 yrs of age (still growing). I am looking for a board that I can take out in bigger surf more towards the 5-8 foot range. Do you think the channel islands fever would be a good board for that? If so what dimensions would you reccomend. If not do you know of any other boards that would be good for me? (I like Channel islands because I get a 40% discount on boards because my cousins are team riders).
Earthling of the Sea So stoked you like our show. The Pod Mod is so good and yes I think the Fever would be great for you.
One thing concerns me is the volume at 38 Liters on your PM is a lot. When you get on a Fever your gonna have to work hard paddling and the Fever is going to be very loose and responsive compared to your PM. I suggest the 6’1” if this will be your first HP board or a little bigger. Maybe you should consult with your cousins who are team riders to help you too.
Aweso,e thanks so much, Will do! Also I was wrong about the volume it is actually 34 not 38 but its still a lot and. im super stoked thx so mucn
Looks good under your feet. Like a mix between a Lost RNF Redux and a CI Rocket 9. What's your height and weight?
Jason Hines I am 5’9” and 170. Stoked you like the review. Super sick board.
Noel Thx alot! will u make more review about sharpeye surf?
whats about game changer or disco?
Valentine Emelyanov I will be doing the SharpEye Disco and Disco Cheater.
will be waiting ! thx
Can you ride this thruster?
Yes, get a pivot Thruster set…. I am sure it will go good
Hii, how is this board to compare with lost rnf96?
96 offers more performance and it can shred bigger waves too. I like the 96 better and it’s super fun as a pure twin fin
@@surfnshowreviews7777 thank you!
I dont think ive ever seen a convex bottom on a performance shortboard before. Im shaping (or trying to shape) a performance twin fin like this board but i was just gonna do a single to double to v out the tail but maybe i'll give the convex a try. Most of the twin fins ive ridden felt a little sticky going rail to rail so i could see why he did that.
ryan rowe So Sick.... I would love to hear how that goes for you. Maybe you could shape one and tell me how it goes after you shred it a bit? If you shape it with a convex bottom please snap a shot of the board and email it to me. Noel@surfnshow.com. Cheers
any chance a review on modern 2.5 sharpeye
Chris Mast Not sure... I have the Storms and Twin Fin coming from Marcio at the moment.
The Modern 2.5 is epic in 1to 3+ft waves! Lot of speed and drive and very easy rail to rail transitions. Good on the pocket also. I can tell you is my best groveler board ever!!! (I have a 5´4" in Dual Core and I use AM 2+1 twin fins setup). Cheers.
@@filipevicente774 How is the dual core? Can you feel the PU rails? Does it carve a bit more like a PU? less chatter? Thanks
Noel. I'm on the fence between the 5'8 (31.6L) and the 5'10 (34.2) modern 2. I usually ride around 33L. Do you recommend I go with more or less volume?
Brent Travis I say go more on this model... I could’ve went a little more and been good too.
Noel can you do a review of the lost pocket rocket?
Joseph McGinity I have 3 new boards coming from Lost that will be introduced in 2018z the PR might be something I can do soon.
what all around surfboard would you recommend
Lew Manning The Holy Grail by Haydenshapes in the Future Flex Technology. EPIC board!!!
If Noel recommends it... It's as good as in my quiver.
Where can I get this board?
SharpEye Surfboards website
Mahalos Noel. Is the modern2 from sharpeye website the same construction as the one from surftech?
@@erniegray3664 No… these are two different constructions that I am aware of. I suggest contacting the folks at Sharpeye to be sure
How u compare the modern2 and the rocket9?
djpipe1 The Modern 2 is more of a Groveler and super fun in 1-3+. The Rocket 9 feels more like a short board and goes good in 2-6’+ surf. When you see both of these two boards in person side by side they look and feel completely different. The volume in the nose and chest area on the Modern 2 makes it a legitimate small wave board.