In the first instalment of our 2022 SUPboarder PRO Head To Head Longboard Surf SUP Test, we ride the Sunova Casey Revolution 10′ x 28″ @ 127L. If you missed the introduction video, we are doing the 2022 Head To Head Surf Tests a little differently. Because of shipping delays due to COVID, we will […]
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jjma
3 years ago
Thanks for the review. I surf the Sunova Style 10′ * 28 which has the US box and a squarer nose. It’s great for nose riding with a big center fin and a couple of small thrusters. Although, I do find my-self using a nubby center fin most of the time for a better turning experience, so maybe a move to the Casey Revolution is on the cards.
I have a custom revolution 10”8 x 32. It’s a amazing board to get in early, as it’s so flat and at 10”8 long it picks up ripples but is still very easy to throw around from the tail.
Good pick up! Yes it can, but on a custom order with with Sunova.
SauceMan
2 years ago
I had a really good look at one a guy on holiday here had brought with him. He raved about it, best board he has and all he rides……. I noticed he had 3 FCS centre plugs like my JP pro has but when I asked how much difference moving the fin around is making he just pulled out a big single fin with 3 fcs tabs on it and stuck that in. Turns out he added the extra plug and made himself a custom fin for the more traditional style longboarding. Seemed to work well though, when he was… Read more »
Sorry for the delay! We have all been taking a bit of time off over the festive period. If you’re looking for the Casey Longboard, I’d suggest the 28″ wide. You have that 10ft of length to help with stability too and if you are searching for performance, then it’s a no brainer. Plus, if you are on an 8’6 @ 113L of volume – the longboard will feel more stable in comparison at 127L. Yes, the 30″ would offer you greater stability and be much easier to paddle but I’d say you feel like the board is holding back… Read more »
amirizal ishak
2 years ago
hi Beau, I notice that most of board reviews are very much cover on top and bottom of a board such as its contour. How about the railing? Would it be useful to know too; just like you mentioned, some of good points from this board must have come from the shaping including the railing.
That is so true! The rails do change the way a board feels when surfing. We will spend a bit more time talking about the rails in future reviews. As for the Sunova Casey, the rails are quite thin as the deck really rolls off toward the rails. The makes it slightly lower volume so you can engage the rails. Thanks for the question.
Craig
2 years ago
Hello, I have the 9x30x127 Revolution. I love this board. Truly a one-board quiver for me. Super stable between waves, I can stand in any chop, wind, and current. For me, it turns great lines, from knee high to 1.5 overhead. It seems to accel ion steeper waves. The performance on drops, bottom, and top turns are smooth. I am not much of a nose rider. I am 6’2″ and 95kg. It Do you think there would be a big difference in performance between the 9x30x127 and the 9x28x115 Revolution? I am thinking to add 9x28x115 Revolution to my quiver?… Read more »
Hi Craig. Glad you enjoy riding the Sunova Revolution! It certainly is a great board. There would be a pretty big difference in performance when dropping to the 28″ width. Reducing width means the board is going to turn faster and the board feels much more responsive. However, it reduces stability and balance when paddling. You mentioned you have absolutely no problem paddling the 30″ wide in chop – I would say that you could paddle the 28″ wide Revolution at your size no problem in calm waters. As soon as there was some bumps though, it would become much… Read more »
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Thanks for the review. I surf the Sunova Style 10′ * 28 which has the US box and a squarer nose. It’s great for nose riding with a big center fin and a couple of small thrusters. Although, I do find my-self using a nubby center fin most of the time for a better turning experience, so maybe a move to the Casey Revolution is on the cards.
Sounds like the Casey Revolution might be what you are after. Glad you have been enjoying riding the Sunova Style.
I have a custom revolution 10”8 x 32. It’s a amazing board to get in early, as it’s so flat and at 10”8 long it picks up ripples but is still very easy to throw around from the tail.
Sounds like a weapon of a board! Very Cool and nice pic too!
According to a video of James Casey on the Sunova site, the board can be specced with a US box.
Good pick up! Yes it can, but on a custom order with with Sunova.
I had a really good look at one a guy on holiday here had brought with him. He raved about it, best board he has and all he rides……. I noticed he had 3 FCS centre plugs like my JP pro has but when I asked how much difference moving the fin around is making he just pulled out a big single fin with 3 fcs tabs on it and stuck that in. Turns out he added the extra plug and made himself a custom fin for the more traditional style longboarding. Seemed to work well though, when he was… Read more »
Sorry for the delay! We have all been taking a bit of time off over the festive period. If you’re looking for the Casey Longboard, I’d suggest the 28″ wide. You have that 10ft of length to help with stability too and if you are searching for performance, then it’s a no brainer. Plus, if you are on an 8’6 @ 113L of volume – the longboard will feel more stable in comparison at 127L. Yes, the 30″ would offer you greater stability and be much easier to paddle but I’d say you feel like the board is holding back… Read more »
hi Beau, I notice that most of board reviews are very much cover on top and bottom of a board such as its contour. How about the railing? Would it be useful to know too; just like you mentioned, some of good points from this board must have come from the shaping including the railing.
That is so true! The rails do change the way a board feels when surfing. We will spend a bit more time talking about the rails in future reviews.
As for the Sunova Casey, the rails are quite thin as the deck really rolls off toward the rails. The makes it slightly lower volume so you can engage the rails. Thanks for the question.
Hello, I have the 9x30x127 Revolution. I love this board. Truly a one-board quiver for me. Super stable between waves, I can stand in any chop, wind, and current. For me, it turns great lines, from knee high to 1.5 overhead. It seems to accel ion steeper waves. The performance on drops, bottom, and top turns are smooth. I am not much of a nose rider. I am 6’2″ and 95kg. It Do you think there would be a big difference in performance between the 9x30x127 and the 9x28x115 Revolution? I am thinking to add 9x28x115 Revolution to my quiver?… Read more »
Hi Craig. Glad you enjoy riding the Sunova Revolution! It certainly is a great board. There would be a pretty big difference in performance when dropping to the 28″ width. Reducing width means the board is going to turn faster and the board feels much more responsive. However, it reduces stability and balance when paddling. You mentioned you have absolutely no problem paddling the 30″ wide in chop – I would say that you could paddle the 28″ wide Revolution at your size no problem in calm waters. As soon as there was some bumps though, it would become much… Read more »