Early in the morning, before going to school, I rode the V2-SB that appeared in the LOWERS photo session.
Photographer Masuda, who hadn't seen Kei-kun in a while, was also surprised at how often he was able to do air reverse moves and how well they were done.
Nishii is
using the Placebo 5'4" FISHQUEST II model, a new size added in 2014.
It has more rocker than the LAYZ ORACA, so it has a good drive and is great for open-faced waves.
The turns are nice and long. I used to ride a 5'6" board, but this one is shorter, so
It suits Nishii better.
I tried Tri and Quad, but the fin setting for this "FISHQUEST II" model
Nishii prefers quads and recommends larger rear fins.
In the evening, I met up with Chucky.
Taken on 54th street in NEW PORT BEACH.
This
"5'8" NEW RIPQUEST" is the best size and the best board, and I've said it many times.
Chucky is aiming for the light waves and lipping them over and over again.
The spring-like flex effect of the FLEXLITE-TURBO makes even the biggest guys fly.
He incorporated it into his techniques and surfed well.
He is nicknamed "Chaki Lupo" by the locals.
The paddle and take-off performance is inherited from the TABLET II model,
He said that if he could catch that many waves and rip them in one round, he would be very satisfied.
LOST's cameraman, Joe Alani, is a local in the area and was also surfing.
The bike he was riding was the SUB-SCORCHER II model, which team riders have been saying is going well lately.
It was a SQUASH tail spec. Nishii will also order one and try riding it.
So, stay tuned for tomorrow's report!
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