Lost Surfboards V3 Rocket Review no.43 | Compare Surfboards
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Mine’s a 6’2” and ride it mainly in 3ft to 6ft. Didn’t find it so good for grovelling and a bit loose over 6ft for me.
Obviously everyone will have their own personal preference but for me, firstly, I found this better as a thruster than a quad. I’ve run am1 blackstix... a little loose for me and the board is super fast on decent waves so wanted something with a little more control. Ran F8s which were okay but didn’t make me love the board still and so left it on the rack and opted for other boards instead. Then I ran it will large JJF fins and, for me, it was a perfect blend of control and looseness. Hope that’s at least helpful to someone.
10. comment for Lost Surfboards V3 Rocket Review no.43 | Compare Surfboards
I am a 5'8'' 160 lb (72kg) advanced surfer in above average shape and i am looking for a board to fit my quiver in between my fish and HP shortboard (to replace my CI new flyer).
I usually ride 25-26 L boards and want to add a little volume and thinking about a 5'6'' V3 rocket for small to medium days.
I never rode any of the rocket family and wanted to know what you think and if the V3 rocket will fit my quiver as I hope ?
thanks a lot
How would you compare the V3 rocket to the Chilly rare bird ?
and what would you say is the buoyancy difference between same board in PU and EPS or the new Epoxy tech (for example a 5'6'' pu V3 vs. a 5'6'' carbon wrap or eps V3)?
thanks a lot
Rode in double overhead Honolua as a thruster and handled like a dream. Stable, easy turns, super fast : )
Awesome even on waist high days as a quad.
Great review! I'm currently looking at 2 boards. The rare bird and the lost V3, what would you recommend? I'm currently riding the lost Rv for the small Sydney summer surf but am looking at something that I can get on its rails. I'm around 87kgs & 6'3 tall. I generally surf short board that are 5'11 or 6'0 ft long. What's the major difference between the rare bird and the v3? And what do you reckon would suit me best for Sydney northern bleachers surf?
Regards.
Love the show.
Cheers, Warren.
20. comment for Lost Surfboards V3 Rocket Review no.43 | Compare Surfboards
I would like to get a board that is very responsive and still can handle small and mushy surf...
I was looking at CI number 4 and lost v3 Rockt...
Which one do you suggest? Or any other...
P.S: I have a C.I Semi Pro 12 6,1 for better waves
Really appreciate your thoughts! Keep up the good show!
Quick question: What is the best way to custom order a new Lost V3? I want to get a board that has less volume and more agility. The V3 looks like a winner. I look on their website but don't see a phone number?
Thanks man.
30. comment for Lost Surfboards V3 Rocket Review no.43 | Compare Surfboards
Great vid
Just had my first session on the 5'6" (stock) V3 Rocket today as a thruster in peaky, somewhat sloppy high-tide El Porto. Paddled really well and felt really responsive, but I need to get a couple more sessions in to really feel it out. Definitely looser and more high performance than my 5'7" Motorboat (which I love as a groveler, but takes more effort to turn). I also have a 5'10" Whip that I've loved for average+ surf up to a few feet overhead, but I'm kind of trying to bridge the gap btwn the Whip and the Motorboat. I keep looking at the #4 and this V3 and while they have a similar outline, the contours and rockers are very different.
The V3 is actually a buddy's board and I'm considering buying it (brand new, just not enough volume for him), but I have yet to get on the #4 and I'm really curious to ride it before committing.
1. What are the key differences between the #4 and the V3?
2. If you had to choose one board for all-around Cali surf, primarily ranging from the South Bay to Malibu to Ventura, which of these would you go with?
Kick-ass show, thanks so much for all the insight!
Brooks
Thanks for the sound review!
Go Bolts!!!
I live in NY and surf mostly beach breaks but occasionally will surf some points/reef breaks
I want a board that will perform well when we get some heavy overhead barrels, but that I can also paddle out with and have some fun when its waist high. I am 5'11 and weigh 155lbs.
Could you recommend a good dimension for me for this board?
It should help you with dimensions.
Also, you will always make tradeoffs with one board covering waist high up to heavy overhead barrels but the V3 Rocket is one of the best all rounders out there in my opinion.
Cheers,
Benny
I agree with other comments about rail thickness -- that almost stopped me from buying it when feeling the 6'1" and 6'2", but I like 6'2" boards. I am considering ordering a 6'2" with the 6'1" thickness, or thin out the 6'2" rails.
Cheers!
Does anyone have suggestions for fin setups for their Lost V3 Rocket?
Cheers,
Benny
This is a very tough question! The Chilli Rare Bird and Lost V3 Rocket are both great boards. Both very versatile, fast and fun to ride.
While they will both handle a broad range of wave sizes and conditions, in my experience, the Rare Bird worked better at the smaller end of the range (say, waist to head high) while the V3 Rocket could handle more solid, powerful waves. Simply put, I would take the V3 Rocket to Indonesia as a step-down board but I wouldn't take the Rare Bird.
I hope this helps you!
All the best,
Benny
All the best,
Benny
What board did you end of grabbing? I too am looking at those two boards + the Chilli Rare bird. I live in WA and was looking for a progressive board obviously still learning the ropes but something that will surf most of the waves here...
I don't (can't) do airs so I don't know if I'm qualified to answer your question but, based on my experience, I wouldn't take the Hypto to Indo - I find it really fun, fast and playful but worked best for me in smaller, less powerful waves. Whereas I would take the new V3 Rocket to Indo and surf it in bigger, more powerful waves.
I hope this helps you!
Cheers,
Benny
Thanks for watching!
All the best,
Benny
Thanks for your question!
While I find they share a similar wave range, the feel of these two boards is quite different. Overall, I find the SPV fast, precise and good for technical surfing - probably suited for more advanced surfers. The SPV
The V3 Rocket works effortlessly in a broad wave range but is slightly more forgiving.
I hope this helps you!
Cheers,
Benny
Cheers,
Benny
Cheers,
Benny