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Max Strömung - 6 years ago

I'm 6'1 at 185lbs and recently got the 5,10 HK. Was a bit in doubt about the size but especially at shoulder to head height and clean conditions it's a machine. Gets a bit challenging when it's choppy though due to the little weight. In small conditions at 2-4 ft I find it hard to catch waves although I have strong paddle power. As there was no word about the EA blackstix, do you think they would help? Got some Redz-Fins at the moment.

Evan Howard - 7 years ago

This is the board for you if you're an advanced/intermediate surfer but just not at a level of launching airs and continuous laybacks. Just had it in Costa Rica for four months, got so much better and I surfed everything under double overhead barrels. Allows an easy paddle, tons of speed for really impressive turns and fast out-ahead cutbacks. Huge fan

ZJFilms - 7 years ago

Great float, great wave catching ability, but I don’t like how it turns (doesn’t flow the way I like). I’ve tried JJF fins and Black stix f8. Haven’t hit the sweet spot in it yet.

I think I prefer boards with more moderate to extreme tail rocker boards as my custom shaped board feels better at turning than the HK.

Max Monterumisi - 7 years ago

I tried this board on a 80cm/1m wave on Adriatic sea last Sunday and..it's super super super. The board start more quickly than I never see, and on the wave face it's fast, stable and response very quickly at every back foot pressure.

JwarnerLA - 7 years ago

The best way to get a Hypto is to custom order one. Im 6'1 185lbs from Malibu and i bought a 5'10 off the rack. The board is amazing... in good surf. It is way too stiff and drivey for smaller or weaker waves. I Try to stay around 33 liters on my boards and if i had a hypto that was 5'7 or 5'8 but 33 liters it would probably be amazing.

Andrew Jacka - 7 years ago

Great video. I am strongly considering the HK. I surf a HP longboard mostly but am wanting a shortboard for variety. At 6'1 and 185 pounds we usually have 1-4 foot weakish waves with the odd strong push only when a storm rips through. Im thinking that the 6'2 (although big) would be perfect considering it's my first shorty + our weaker waves. I competently surf logs, a high performance firewire 9'0 and a 7'4 thingy that I find rather boring as its too in-between.

Thoughts on sizing of the HK would help. Thanks :)

lashclone clonebeard - 8 years ago

mate I live on the south coast of nsw. and this board goes good in everything. even the hollowest waves you can find. surf it at minz all the time. I reckon its worst in fat waves.

Greg Colin - 8 years ago

I've heard some really bad reviews about these boards when they are made by Global Surf Industries. Does anyone have much experience with this, yay or nay?

dabrazillionaire - 8 years ago

Very good review!

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Patrick Dayot - 8 years ago

Great review i went to your link as well and read the stuff about the board. I'm 5'8 and 160lbs, I've been riding a 7s super fish in 6'0. But I've gotten better rides and control with my fiancé's 5'6 biscuit from al merrick. Thinking of getting a HK. We mostly surf 4ft waves in our spot in the philippines. But sometimes it gets well over head, will this board work on 10ft waves?

Patrick Dayot - 8 years ago

I meant im 5'8 150lbs

ernsto polanco - 9 years ago

yo benny, watch your show down in tj cool stuff. I have a question for you , they say your supposed to order a hypto krypto 4-6 inches shorter than your height, but im a little iffy about that, im an intermediate surfer and i ride 29 liters of volume if i get a shorter board id probably get the 5'4" and thats like 26 liters of volume is there a huge difference or what should i do ?

Matt Correia - 9 years ago

Man really bummed on the hypto krypto, did not live up to the hype at all for me. I surf mostly fishes from Steve pendarvis and Christenson. I'm from San Diego.I'm 510 160 and surfed it at sunset cliffs, blacks, cardiff reef and swamis. I'm a life long avid surfer. I started with a 5'4 and traded it for a 5'6. 5'4 was way too small, I was getting clipped at blacks and my back foot stepped clear off the tail. The 5'4 paddled like crap, felt like I was swimming. Given my love for the fish I thought this thing would be a dream for more performance oriented waves. I found it to be a horrible groveler, and more suited for bigger hollow days....and that's because of the tail. The thruster set up makes it really slow all around, I can't make sections on it, which is why I stick with quads mainly. The tail is really pulled in too so if you do a hard bottom turn or cut back, it's going to sink and you'll lose all your speed in waves of all sizes. Really hard to connect ur turns on it. Don't surf it off the tail for that reason, in fact you watch Craig ride it his back foot is super far forward. So don't bother putting a stomp pad on it. So if u can't push off the tail doing cut backs is weird, you'll prob dig rail, the sweet spot is really hard to find. I'm tempted to try a 5,8 next and convert it to a quad to get the speed I need. Thrusters suck. Overall surprisingly the slowest board I've ever ridden in waves of all sizes. Perhaps a quad setup would unlock the hidden potential. It's an average wave catcher....and that's been my experience with all boards that are marketed as versatile all arounders, the just work mediocre at best in everything. It's like shooting the same golf club on every hole. Enough griping from me laters

wef 0909 - 7 years ago

@Matt Correia thanks for your feedback. I'm going to demo the board this weekend but will most likely get the CI Sampler.

Matt Correia - 7 years ago

oh and im riding these other boards at 5'5 x 2 3/8. these boards would smoke any hypto

Matt Correia - 7 years ago

update, got a sick looking grayed out 5'8 hypto krypto quad. rides a bit better but still a pos overall for surfing around san diego. Looking for a dope board, try a rusty fish quatro or a christenson monarch, they have been giving me the sensation the hypto just cant provide and work in the same range of waves.

wef 0909 - 7 years ago

@matt Coreia thanks for your feedback. I surf Sunset, Blacks & Wind N Sea and I am the same height and weight as you. I'm debating between this board , a 5'10" CI Sampler or customizing a CI Fred Rubble. Were you able to ride the 5'8"? If so, what are your thoughts? If not, what did you choose instead? Interested to see what you ended up with as I am in the same boat as you were 2 years ago.

Greg Maselli - 9 years ago

HS Hypto Krypto or Lost V3 for day-in day-out Uppers?

leopard gecko - 10 years ago

Hi Benny, love your reviews, short, sweet and to the point.

I know u get asked this all the time, but here goes man...... my weight varies between the seasons, 68- 72kgs. Im at intermediate level i guess, I can put in a few carves here and there, and I do some check stalls when barrel hunting, I mostly ride waves in the 2-6ft range, and up into the 8ft range when jbay is firing. Im amped on getting one of these HKs shaped for me here by a local shaper, due to the exchange rate mostly, and I cant find any HS HKs here to test out myself, what would you recommend? Im hung up between a 5'4 and the 5'6, epoxy or poly?..... My main concerns are with getting in early, taking the drop and finding my slot.... also do you know where i could find the the all the exact dims and measurements of the HK to give my shaper? Much appreciated .

SHAKA!

Michael Ibbotson - 10 years ago

These boards go so sick. Biggest thing I've learned is to not surf this thing too hard. The harder I try to surf the worse a time I have on it. Just get on it with the mindset you are out for a fun playful surf and you will be rewarded with one because the board does all the work for you. I've surfed this in small fat waves, big fat waves, small hollow waves and big hollow waves and it goes sick in anything. Surprisingly good barrel board! Just point and shoot and it'll do mach 10 with no effort. Not really the board for ripping on. I bought a JS blak box 2 for really throwing around but if you're in the mood for flying down the line or need extra foam for fatter slower waves then this is the go.
Peace

Kenneth Lee - 6 years ago

Thanks for the heads up mate.

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

@Michael ibbotson Thanks mate, appreciate it! Other surfers will, too

Michael Ibbotson - 10 years ago

Yeah no worries mate!

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

@Michael ibbotson Great take on the Hypto Michael, thank you for sharing! If you don't mind, I'll add this cool feedback to the Hypto Krypto review at CompareSurfboards.com so other surfers will benefit from your experience.You can see it here: http://bit.ly/HSHyptoKryptoReviewAll the best,Benny

Cameron Cagle - 10 years ago

Supp broo. I live in South Florida usually smaller weaker waves but some waves to maneuver on. Im about 5'10 and 150lbs. Im a novice surfer, can ride and do some bottom and top turns but nothing hardcore, what size hypto krypto would you suggest?

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

@Cameron Cagle Hey Cameron, have you seen this guide to help you with surfboard sizing? http://bit.ly/knowyourvolume

piner74 - 10 years ago

Hi Benny
Thanks for the review. I'm 6'0, 82 kg. I'm an average surfer from Switzerland, surfing approx. 5 weeks a year. Which one would you recommend...the Hypto 5'10 with 33.8l volume compared to the 5'8 with 32.3l? I want to ride this board in 1-5 ft beachies and catch a lot of waves but still have a board which would not be too stodgy to turn. I'm not sure if the 5'10 would be a little to fat for me?! I know, you usually recommend to have a little too much volume ;-) Cheers, André
PS. In December I will be in Sydney and check out the Northern beaches. Which ones are your favorites?

Josh Carmine - 10 years ago

Hey, Im 5'8 And looking at boards and I weigh 63kg and intermediate skill level. Im currently surfing a billabong 6'4 fish but im finding it way to slow and chunky. Ive been told i want something like this with a wider nose for speed and around 30-35 litre board? What would you recommend based on this? I surf in New Zealand so looking for a more versatile board, Thanks in advance!!

Daniel McCarthy - 10 years ago

Yo nice channel keep up the good work ... I ride the HS psychedelic germ 6'0. What size should I ride this 5'6 or 5,8? the germ is about 29 litres and I love it so want to get one of these to complete the quiver

Im 6,2 and about 12 stone / 168 pounds ... thanks for the help

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Isaakt5 - 10 years ago

heyyyy. i am 5'7" and 165ish pounds pretty advanced surfer. my main board is 5'6" and its roughly 26 to 27 liters of volume (regular PU construction) and i like the way it floats. i cant decide between 5'4" or 5'6" hypto krypto. im leaning towards the 5'4" just because the hypto krypto is epoxy and floats better. any suggestions? thanks

Isaakt5 - 10 years ago

@CompareSurfboards.com thanks a bunch!!

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

@RealCheddarPB The epoxy does add a touch of extra buoyancy but the Haydenshapes team have done a great job of making this construction feel less 'corky'. I talk about this in more detail in the full review here: http://bit.ly/HSHyptoKryptoReview

Regardless, if you're an advanced surfer, I think you're right to go with the 5'4.

If you're keen, we have them available in the shop here: http://bit.ly/BuyHSHyptoKrypto

Hope this helps you!

All the best,
Benny

Bernardo Lamarca - 10 years ago

Sup bro. I live in Rio de janeiro, Brazil and do u think that the Hypto Krypto would work on our beachbreaks(maximum 4ft wav)? Here the waves are pretty hollow so what Haydensurfboard should be good for Rio? I'm 1,68m and 60kg moderated level

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

@Bernardo Lamarca Hi Bernardo, I haven't surfed in Brazil but my Brazilian mate reckons it would be perfect for Recreio & Prainha...or any beach break in Rio!

Marcello Quarta - 10 years ago

Benny,
I've just got a Hypto 5'8 and I so stoked!!!
What fins would be the best to use on it considering that most of time I surf beach breaks. (FCS 2 FINS)
Tks!!

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

Great Marcello! My favourites in the Hypto were the Futures EA Blackstix. I'm not sure what that will translate to in FCS 2 but your local surf shop will be able to help you!

sam johnstone - 10 years ago

HI im 5,8 55kg and intermediate im not sure weather to go for the 5,4 or 5,6.
Do you think you could help?

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

Hi Sam, thank you for your question. Have you read this: http://bit.ly/knowyourvolume ?

I always prefer to have a bit more volume versus not enough!

Jack Jacoby - 10 years ago

Hi, im 5'11 and 145 lbs and i live in san fransico. i usually surf steep waves at my local beachbreak (fort cronkhite) but because we are pretty far north it gets small during the summer. I was trying to decide which summer board to get, any suggestions?

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

Hey there, for that range, my favourites right now are the Lost V3 Rocket and the Haydenshapes Ando. Between the two, the V3 Rocket is more of an all rounder while the Ando is a user friendly high performance shortboard. Check out the full reviews!
http://bit.ly/V3Rocket
http://bit.ly/HaydenshapesAndoReview

Jack Jacoby - 10 years ago

@CompareSurfboards.com Thanks for the reply. I need a board for waves around shoulder to 1.5 times overhead, which are fairly standard wave heights for fall and winter around here.

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

Hi TheAlbinoblacksheep1, what size waves will you surf most of the time (please use waist/shoulder/etc.)?

joe b - 10 years ago

Im about 5'10-5'11 and weigh around 150 lbs... I have the 5'8 and wish I got the 5'6! if youre going to be surfing a smaller flatter wave go a size up from haydenshapes sugguestions... If not and youre surfing shoulder to over head, get the sugguested size!

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

@joe b It's great to hear your perspective, thank you Joe B! All opinions and experiences are valuable here.

All the best,
Benny

joe b - 10 years ago

Hey, just helping someone out who may see the comment and had as much of an epiphany as I did! These things are way to expensive to mess up and get the incorrect size.

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

Great suggestions, thanks Joe B!

surfer dudes - 10 years ago

Hi I'm 170cm and 50kg would a 5"6 hypto suit
Cheers

Jared Klein - 10 years ago

V3 or this. Can't decide?

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

Really tough call Jared. I personally prefer the Lost V3 Rocket as I found it has a broader wave range but you can't go wrong either way.

Cheers,
Benny

123TheStatus - 10 years ago

hey bro,
i'm looking at buying a hypto krypto soon. i've been riding a 7''2 size 7S fishboard and would probably now be at an intermediate level in terms of skill.
i had a trial on a 5'10 size hypto but it was far too small for me to handle.
would 6'2 be an ideal size? (im 82kg and 179cm).

thanks

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

No worries, happy to help!

123TheStatus - 10 years ago

thanks heaps man! legend

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

Hi 123 The Status,

First, dropping down a foot is always going to be jarring - you almost have to re-learn how to surf. I encourage you to stick with whatever shorter board you choose. Persistence!

Second, the 6'2 is a bit big for your in terms of volume but, given you didn't feel comfortable on the 5'10, I don't think it's a bad option!

I hope this helps you.

Cheers,
Benny

Alessandro Sozzi - 10 years ago

Hi! I'm 1.83m (6ft) and i'm around 83kg(182pounds) and i live in Italy, i'm not a great surfer but i think this board could fit me and help me grow. i was wondering, should i get a 5'10", or a 6'00. I should mention that i'm in a good fit, because 83-82kgs is my weight limit, since i've already lost 74 pounds...Thanks in advance!

gio mel - 10 years ago

io avevo lo stesso tuo dubbio 5;10 è perfetta peso 80

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

Hi Alessandro, there isn't a huge difference between the 5'10 and 6'0 but, given your description and where you live (I understand the waves in Italy are generally quite small and weak?), go for the 6'0!

And many, many congratulations for losing 74 pounds - that is an achievement!

All the best,
Benny

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Max Stone - 10 years ago

Im 6'0 ; 190 lbs ; was advanced at one point but everyday i am getting more and more intermediate (I probably would be on the 5'8 if I was buying a year ago). I have a hard time believing that I can't ride little boards anymore.. I am considering the 5'10 HK with all the other dimensions stock as listed on the website. Most often waves are 2-4 ft around here in malibu.. Do you think 6'0 is too big?

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

Hi Max,

It happens - life and age catch up to us - but, regardless, the best surfer is the one having the most fun!

I always prefer to have a bit too much volume versus not enough but I think the decision between the 5'10 and the 6'0 will come down to the waves you intend to ride.

If you're going to surf mostly small, weak waves, the 6'0 won't hurt. If you're going to surf the Hypto Krypto as an all rounder for small to medium size waves, perhaps the 5'10 would be better, especially as an advanced to intermediate surfer.

Remember, too, that the construction of the HK will float a bit more versus a traditional PU boards.

I hope this helps you!

Cheers,
Benny

Mi - 10 years ago

I just surfed the Maldives with HK, early season shoulder to head high with Machado fins. Great board. One thing I have done is put a full Mat-black sticker on the top nose of the board until the HS logo. I did this because of the strong reflection from the sun off the white board. It does help. The maldives sun is punishingly shiny and also where I live. Normally I am surfing this and a Baked Potato.

Christian Smith - 10 years ago

*five feet six inches /I'm six feet two inches

Christian Smith - 10 years ago

I got mine as a gift in 2013 its 5'6 im 6'2 , I live in north east Florida we get surf 2-6 feet year round and its by far been the best short board ive had , it looks new and ive been ripping with it for over a year , I also ride a 6'5 and switching from the two I've become tuned with two styles ,big carves ,turns , aerials , and so on with my short board and then sitting out the back waiting for the set waves and just riding with my longboard

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

Hi Christian,

Apologies for the belated response! It's great to hear what you think of the Hypto Krypto by Haydenshapes! It's a great little board and you are not the first person to say it's the best board you've had.

All the best,
Benny

Gianpb83 - 10 years ago

hi im 5' 8'' and 70 kilos, just 3 years surfing (novice- intermediate i think) . what sizes do you recomend for me?
thanks!

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

@Gianpb83 Hi Gianpb83, yes, the 6'2 is too large for you! I ride those dimensions and I am 35kg's heavier.

Cheers,
Benny

Gianpb83 - 10 years ago

@CompareSurfboards.com NOW IM RIDING A 6,2 X 21 X 2 3/4 i feel it to big for me (anyhow i learned whit a used classic shorboard 6,1 X 18 3/8 X 2 3/8 hot rat of hot buttered)

of my current board i like the ability to catch waves and the smothy glide ride.
the things i dont like is that sometimes its like driving a truck or something

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

Hi hi Gianpb83, thank you for your question! What are you riding today and what do you and don't you like about it?

Based only on your weight and experience, I would recommend a Hypto Krypto at 5'10 or possibly a 5'8.

Cheers,
Benny

Ryan Nguyen - 10 years ago

where do you live?

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

Hi Ryan, in the Northern Beaches of Sydney, Australia.

Cheers,
Benny

Teo de Castro - 10 years ago

i'm 5'11 and 80 kls advanced surfer thinking to get a 5'8 20 21/2 is that good?

CompareSurfboards.com - 10 years ago

Hi Teo, thank you for your question. A 5'8 Hypto will work but, at your level, you can probably afford to drop down to the 5'6, especially if you buy an epoxy HK, which may feel slightly more buoyant.

Still, in my opinion, foam is your friend so I don't think the 5'8 is a bad call!

Please let me know how you go on the Hypto, it's a great board.

Cheers,
Benny

CompareSurfboards.com - 11 years ago

Thanks for your good feedback Robert; these are important factors. The wave type, size and period you surf are important, too, as is your fitness. I focus on volume as an equalizer; I've added a link to a volume guide on the CS site. Regardless, I'm 6' tall, intermediate and weigh 105 kg's (230 lb's). After trial & error, my volume sweet spot is ~36CL's for a good wave board, ~37-41CL's for an average wave board and 45CL's+ for tiny,weak waves. My HK is 6’2 and has 38.4CL’s of volume.

Robert McKinley - 11 years ago

Would be good to know the size of the board as well as your height, weight, skill level... Sounds a bit cheesy but helps to put stuff in to perspective... Or add it into the description.. My 2 American cents

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