The Ultimate Wakesurf Board Review Thread

[boardjnky4]

Mucus isn't bad. Nice board for intermediate rider. I prefer other shapes but if you're just getting into nicer surf style boards and it's inexpensive then I'd try it out.

[wakemitch]

Found an Inland Mucus locally for really cheap. What's the word on it?

If it is under $300 it is a really good introduction to surf style. Most boards below $500 even if they advertise as surf style dont really have a surfy feel to them.

[saxton15]

Its up for $350 and I can pick it up. I'd definitely offer less.

Is it compression molded or epoxy infused?

I think its a 2013.

Edited August 11, 2015 by saxton15

[shawndoggy]

they are compression molded (like most inland stuff). It's an OK board. For $350.... I'd look for a used/demo "real" surf style board for just a bit more. If it were like $175, it would be worth it... but at $350... personally I'd keep looking. But that's me.

[saxton15]

Yeah I'm holding off. It's a 2012 it turns out. I think I'll hold out and try to pick up a close out from this year.

[wakemitch]

Inland Surfer boards are not compression molded. Only the Tako is compression molded.

Everything else is built using a sandwich construction. The Mucus is built the same as the other boards but just doesnt have the wood veneers which stiffens up the board (wood-lock is what inland calls it)

[shawndoggy]

I stand corrected!

[wakemitch]

I remember first riding inlands and thinking that they were the highest performing boards out there. Other brands have step it up a ton and now I barely hear about Inland. But Inland still sells way more boards because they sell to shops.

[boardjnky4]

I'd offer him $300 for it and try to get it for $325. It's really not a bad board for that price.

[shawndoggy]

I'd offer him $300 for it and try to get it for $325. It's really not a bad board for that price.

I'm pretty sure I bought mine in 2011 as a blem for $299.

[saxton15]

$350 Canadian. Board prices here are ridiculous. Especially now with the exchange.

[boardjnky4]

2012 is the same year Mucus I had. They ran that shape exactly the same for at least several years after and might still be using the same shape.

[REHinH20]

I had promised a review of the kids surf board from Victoria - the Grom Debut. I have a 9 year old and a 13 year old (85 and 100lbs) We got this board because my board was too big for the 9 year old to get up on, and was really too much for the older one also, although he did get up once last year.

The board was super easy for each of them to start on, both got up their first time. They both have wakeboarded, so this may have helped with this. We had an 8 year old that had never wakeboarded, and it tool him about 3-4 tries before he got up. My 9 year old never got to go ropeless, but below is the video evidence of the 13 year olds progress. to be honest, I was really surprised he took to it so quickly. I guess I have to give the board a positive rating - it accomplished exactly what we had hoped - gave the kids a chance to do what they have been watching. And at $200 was reasonably priced.

[wakemitch]

Make sure they put their back foot all the way back against the kick pad. Their stance is so far forward they are close to burying the nose. It should be plenty fast with their foot in the back. Ive had a 180lbs guy ride the Small Debut with no issues.

The first recovery at the end was awesome!

Edited August 11, 2015 by wakemitch

[augie09]

I just got rid of my Phase 5 Razz. Looking at IS Sweep Spot. There is no Sweet spot pro this year, just sweet spot and the ultra. Did the pro become the ultra or did the pro become the regular and the ultra is new?

[boardjnky4]

Same shape. The Ultra is a full carbon model. The regular is Classic Construction. Again, appears to be the same shape.

Last year's Sweet Spot Pro does have carbon rails.

[augie09]

Same shape. The Ultra is a full carbon model. The regular is Classic Construction. Again, appears to be the same shape.

Last year's Sweet Spot Pro does have carbon rails.

yeah, there's carbon on the sweet spot, down the middle and the edges, just a wrap though. It says 'classic construction' on it.

I picked it up, the local store had it for $579 and had 100% satisfaction return policy, even if we ride it. Hard to beat that policy from a local shop.

[boardjnky4]

yeah, there's carbon on the sweet spot, down the middle and the edges, just a wrap though. It says 'classic construction' on it.

I picked it up, the local store had it for $579 and had 100% satisfaction return policy, even if we ride it. Hard to beat that policy from a local shop.

that price is a steal!

[saxton15]

I wish all boards came with a 100% satisfaction guarantee even if you ride it.

[nutoz]

Make sure they put their back foot all the way back against the kick pad. Their stance is so far forward they are close to burying the nose. It should be plenty fast with their foot in the back. Ive had a 180lbs guy ride the Small Debut with no issues.

The first recovery at the end was awesome!

wakemitch, I need your input. after reading all the threads on this subject . My head is swimming and I am more confused and scared to buy a new board.

my wife and I am 5'4'' /150lb she is less . we both can surf without a rope for couple of years. we have surfgate boat and have been riding only on Doum 54" that was thrown in with the boat purchase

we are trying 360 but have not got it. I am looking to get a new board but confused on whether another skim style or surf style. no experience on surfstyle.

what is the major difference ? is this board good enough but we need to improve on our skills?? your recommendation would be appreciated

[wakemitch]

wakemitch, I need your input. after reading all the threads on this subject . My head is swimming and I am more confused and scared to buy a new board.

my wife and I am 5'4'' /150lb she is less . we both can surf without a rope for couple of years. we have surfgate boat and have been riding only on Doum 54" that was thrown in with the boat purchase

we are trying 360 but have not got it. I am looking to get a new board but confused on whether another skim style or surf style. no experience on surfstyle.

what is the major difference ? is this board good enough but we need to improve on our skills?? your recommendation would be appreciated

The Doum is very long for both of you, but the board shouldnt hold you back much (a 48-51" would be ideal). It's not a very quick board, so a higher end board would help you recover easier. But the shape of the Doum is actually pretty good and shouldnt make 360s harder. It's just heavy and take more effort to get going.

[nutoz]

The Doum is very long for both of you, but the board shouldnt hold you back much (a 48-51" would be ideal). It's not a very quick board, so a higher end board would help you recover easier. But the shape of the Doum is actually pretty good and shouldnt make 360s harder. It's just heavy and take more effort to get going.

thank you for your insight and time . much appreciated

[RZRCO23]

I just picked up a Liquid Force Fiver. The shop gave me 2.9 inch fins with it and when I got home I realized it possibly was supposed to come with the 4.5 inch. All the pictures I can find look like 4.5 inch. Can ayone clarify for me?

[brijuls1]

we just got back from powell and had plenty of time to mess with our wake. We also just bought slingshot 52' skim bender, WOW this thing is fun and around $399. I'm 38 and around 170LBS. Couldn't justify spending $700 on a skim/wakersurfer when its a second to us after skiing. Have a hyperlight landloock, old school and it still works great for surf style. Also have Connelly 5'6 and its too think not my liking. After adding the middle 2' fin to the sling shot it spins still really easy and I can cruise really easy behind our 13 VTX.

Highly recommend slingshot skim bender. Can't be beat for the price... Save $$ and it does the same thing as all the others.

[-BS-]

wakemitch, I need your input. after reading all the threads on this subject . My head is swimming and I am more confused and scared to buy a new board.

my wife and I am 5'4'' /150lb she is less . we both can surf without a rope for couple of years. we have surfgate boat and have been riding only on Doum 54" that was thrown in with the boat purchase

we are trying 360 but have not got it. I am looking to get a new board but confused on whether another skim style or surf style. no experience on surfstyle.

what is the major difference ? is this board good enough but we need to improve on our skills?? your recommendation would be appreciated

To answer your 2 questions.....

The difference between a LF Doum and a traditional surf style is night and day. You're really going to need to ride one to experience the difference. If you haven't ridden a true surf-style board, the only way I could describe it to you is: the exact opposite of what you are currently riding.

Is the LF Doum good enough? Yeah. Absolutely. It's a great skim style board. Are there "higher performance" skim style boards out there? Sure, probably, maybe...... but we're talking about maybe 2 or 3 models IMO. The Doum is a pro-level board.....so to answer your question, no....it's not holding you back.

As far as spinning the Doum..... Personally, the Doum is the easiest board to spin I've ever ridden. If you're having trouble spinning 3 on it, it's a technique issue, not a board issue. I actually had trouble stopping at 360 or 720 when I needed to and was over rotating almost every spin I tried. I had to really back off how I initiated them and sometimes put a hand down to stop my spin when I needed to.

Anyway, hope this provides some more info on the board. And FWIW, I thought the Doum was really really light and easy to air out.......but I'm sure there are lighter boards out there