18 thoughts on “Channel Islands Black Flag Whip Surfboard Review”
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@LongboardBC I suppose you could say the stringer is convex but we are
talking about the two indentions (concave) running parallel to the
stringer. Convex usually means like a domed sort of deck.
They are very different boards…the biscuit is better for smaller waves,
it’s thick, very little rocker and wide. The Whip is more of a hybrid
performance board…it’s a better all around / versatile board. But if you
are just learning, the biscuit could be more stable and catch more waves.
What board are you riding now?
I’m looking at this board vs the biscuit, I pretty much suck so what board
do you think would be more versatile? I usually surf chest to head high
waves, usually closing out. Could use some more paddle power too. Thanks!
Is this board good for airs? I’m between something like a dumpster
diver/neckbeard and a whip. Also, is it possible to get a 5’6″ whip or a
5’2″ neckbeard. I’m 5’6″ and it seems like people are only selling boards
that are slightly too big for me.
You might want to get a bigger Biscuit if you are having trouble on that
size fish. We have a 6’0, 6’2 and 6’4 right now (and smaller ones). They
are all over 21″ wide and 3″ thick so you would be getting a lot more float
and paddle power and stability. At these sizes they are almost like a fun
shape but squashed down. You can ride them smaller but it sounds like you
might want to err on the side of too big rather than too small based on
your past experiences.
Yeah, I’m thinking the biscuit might be the better option? Currently have a
6’1 WRV fish, It’s 19 1/2 x 2 3/8. I’m 5’10 around 155lbs. My biggest
problem seems to be catching waves so I’m thinking more paddle power is
needed but I would think that my current fish Is already wide and thick
enough for that?
@LongboardBC the deck does have two areas of concave in it. You know how
after you surf a while on a board, you get indentions where your feet
always land? They went ahead and shaped these into the board so it already
had that feel for placement
Cool thanks man, I think I want one! The Black Flag looks like it could
handle well overhead surf as well. Seems like it would paddle fast and get
you into a wave easier. Can you eloborate a little on that Moon Tail? As in
difference between that and a Squash or a rounded pin??? I think I’m going
Black Flag for sure but I’m still waiting to check out the Semi-Pro. Have
you reviewed that yet?
@LongboardBC I suppose you could say the stringer is convex but we are
talking about the two indentions (concave) running parallel to the
stringer. Convex usually means like a domed sort of deck.
Preeettttty sure it’s convex on the top but whatever. Sick board. Sick
reviews. Nice work!
They are very different boards…the biscuit is better for smaller waves,
it’s thick, very little rocker and wide. The Whip is more of a hybrid
performance board…it’s a better all around / versatile board. But if you
are just learning, the biscuit could be more stable and catch more waves.
What board are you riding now?
what board would you recomend for a begginer?
I’m looking at this board vs the biscuit, I pretty much suck so what board
do you think would be more versatile? I usually surf chest to head high
waves, usually closing out. Could use some more paddle power too. Thanks!
@SurfStationReports ohhh thats pretty cool.. i get it now thanks
Any 6’0 Biscuits instock? Thanks.
Is this board good for airs? I’m between something like a dumpster
diver/neckbeard and a whip. Also, is it possible to get a 5’6″ whip or a
5’2″ neckbeard. I’m 5’6″ and it seems like people are only selling boards
that are slightly too big for me.
@SurfStationReports oh i thought you said the top deck was concave, sorry!
You might want to get a bigger Biscuit if you are having trouble on that
size fish. We have a 6’0, 6’2 and 6’4 right now (and smaller ones). They
are all over 21″ wide and 3″ thick so you would be getting a lot more float
and paddle power and stability. At these sizes they are almost like a fun
shape but squashed down. You can ride them smaller but it sounds like you
might want to err on the side of too big rather than too small based on
your past experiences.
Yeah, I’m thinking the biscuit might be the better option? Currently have a
6’1 WRV fish, It’s 19 1/2 x 2 3/8. I’m 5’10 around 155lbs. My biggest
problem seems to be catching waves so I’m thinking more paddle power is
needed but I would think that my current fish Is already wide and thick
enough for that?
@LongboardBC the deck does have two areas of concave in it. You know how
after you surf a while on a board, you get indentions where your feet
always land? They went ahead and shaped these into the board so it already
had that feel for placement
this board is good for it all!!!!!!!1 small waves big
waves….airs…..barrle i have it-it is the best ever!!!!! you will not
regret it
what song was that in the back ground??
no we’ve got a 6’2. We can order one for you though either off the stock
lists or custom. Let us know!
@ready2goready1 Depends on the size, but these are usually 689 which
includes fins at surfstationstore. com
Cool thanks man, I think I want one! The Black Flag looks like it could
handle well overhead surf as well. Seems like it would paddle fast and get
you into a wave easier. Can you eloborate a little on that Moon Tail? As in
difference between that and a Squash or a rounded pin??? I think I’m going
Black Flag for sure but I’m still waiting to check out the Semi-Pro. Have
you reviewed that yet?
How much?