Great review - Your channel rocks because I can relate as an average everyday surfer myself. Watching a pro surfing world class waves to show off a new board, dosent tell me how the board will work in average conditions. A pro can make any board look like a magic stix. Also, a person standing in a shop reviewing a board going through the spec sheet doesnt really tell me a lot more than the manufacturers website. The fact you take the board out into the waves at the same spot in weak and average conditions makes for a better review. I can tell a lot more about a board from your reviews. Keep it up. I hope the brands throw you some more boards to review. Yeeeew!
I have the 6 8 version of this and am loving it. You a right to point out the sensitivity of the rails, definitely more of a shortboarders midlength rather than a full cruiser. Great drive around sections. Mine is holding up ok in terms of deck compressions. Fins wise I have been using the futures uprights js make for the board, pricey but super light and they go great. Thanks for the reviews!
Briefly mentioned on your Album Moonstone review that I'd recently bought a 6'8" Big Baron with Futures EN fins. Usually ride a 5'8 firewire mashup, or Seaside (I'm 5'10" and 160lbs, so similar to you). At first, the baron felt massive and slow to react through turns, but I guess that's just relative to what I was used to, and, I don't think my back foot was far enough back. So far used it 3 times, generally in 3ft and fairly clean conditions. Definitely loving it now. It picks up waves a fair bit easier than the mashup, and has that addictive glide on takeoffs you simply don't get with a shorter board, likewise over flatter spots on the wave. On an open face, there's so much drive through swooping carves, and it cuts back really nicely. Overall it feels smooth, fast, flowy, yet with some bite and performance from the tail. Can sort of duck dive it, but obviously you can still take a beating on bigger waves, as I can't get it down very deep. Still need to figure out how well it will go in more top to bottom style turns...am tempted to take it to the Wave pool to see how it gets on there, although one collision with the wall will be trouble!
Yuri, nice review , enjoying your regular guy reviews I’ve got a Big Baron, 7’6” 50 liters ( I’m 200 lbs and 60 years old “) You are on the money, a really fun MIdlength, fast ,maneuverable, thinned out so you can still duckdive it. It is an excellent board if you want a bigger board that still will perform As you stated the glassing seems a bit weak. I dinged the rail with my shin on my second session pulling into a closeout. I’m using the Merrick keels ( the ones they use in the Fishbeard) and have been happy with those. I m more of a swoop/carve, drive through sections guy All in all pretty happy with the Big Baron
Hey Jim! That's awesome. I'm glad you are enjoying the board. Thank you so much for your input. The glassing is definitely weak. Well, it's still worth it! Cheers and Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!
@@SkipperSurfReview Youre welcome. :) You should do a review/ comparison on the Sunday by Firewire. The Sunday is can also be a twin fin, so would be a good comparison to JS Big Baron. :)
You have ridden plenty of mid lengths and shown you are happy to try things outside the mainstream Try checking out the CJ Nelson Outlier (Firewire Thunderbolt). I love the construction and the hull feeling just works. I even like it in bigger, punchier waves, though it definitely has it limits. Bottom turns never felt so good….
Hey Chad! Thanks. Yeah, I've been keeping an eye on the Outlier.. I just found one in size 7'0" at hawaiiansouthshore.com I may pull the trigger if I unload a few boards this weekend. We are doing a local board swap/sell event with the @boardporn here in Rockaway Beach. Cheers!
Hey Brian, thanks for watching. So, I've met Ryan Lovelace not a while ago where we talked about all of his models. Unfortunately the audio didn't work well otherwise I would share it online. Basically, the FM model was meant to be surfed in big waves like shoulder high -> overhead+ where the twinzer set up will fully kick in and start working at it's potential like my FM board which I got from Glide Surf Shop. It was specifically shaped for these conditions. He was actually impressed that it worked in small waves for me. LOL. My 6'5" FM feels heavier, the rails feel kinda the same (very refined), slightly less responsive on turns however it gets more speed once you put the pedal to the medal and more glide on the wave and the most important part it has an excellent glass job. It's a night a day compared to machine shaped JS Big Baron. I didn't surf FM in big waves yet, so it's supposed to give you a lot of power through wrapping cutbacks. I can't wait to feel it :) Cheers!
@@SkipperSurfReview Ahhh interesting! I always get enticed by boards that are meant to go well in big waves but that is never the reality of what I'm surfing 99% of the time haha. Good insight, thank you!
You looked good riding this compared to you riding board on other reviews. I have a seaside and beyond 6'8 but I'm curious to try this. I've tried the Too Fish bit I couldn't handle the speed and looseness of a twinnie with such a wide tail - do you think the length and pin tail would mitigate some of the challenges associated with a shorter twinnie?
I picked up mine a few weeks back and theres some magic in this board that allows it to perform in a way I didn’t expect for a board of this outline and size. I’m an intermediate plus surfer in his mid 30’s. My job is sit down and so I’m a bit stiff and popping up has become a bit slow. I got the 6’8 higher volume and I’m 6’3 90kg. The board is super easy to pop up on and has incredible drive through turns. I have been doing full roundhouse cutbacks and I haven’t done them in yrs with this consistency if I’m honest with myself. Fins- modern Keels are great on point break style waves. I haven’t tried a more upright twin yet and looking forward to that. If I had my time again I’d order the low volume 7’0. Falling in love with twins.
@@SkipperSurfReview yeah it’s a great board. Btw your reviews are great for most surfers. I’d love to hear if anyone tries the following fins in this board as an fcs option. MR 1978 dedicated twins fins, not the 2+1 option as they look too small for this board. Fcs Power twins Christensen upright, I think they might be too small for this board though. Please let me know how you guys find them in this board. Happy frothing! ;)
@@Petepato3 go the 7’0, it’ll be a crowd beater with great drive and still easy to turn. If your going for a mid length may as well do it properly. I have smaller performance boards for good waves when I want to surf harder. I’ve since ridden a similar style board, 7’6 Twin and it’s still manoeuvrable and even more paddle power etc. If you have a shorter more performance board, go the 7’6 even. If not, go the 7’0 or 7’6
Hey! Thanks for the review. I wonder which of the mid lengths you have tried is best for paddling? I am considering a big baron, mid length crisis and mis strength, but wonder what you have found.
Hey Rolando! I think the Big Baron is the best. I haven’t tried the Mid Strength.. Big Baron has a wider outline especially up front. It helps a lot to go easier.
Thanks for watching, Sam. To be honest, I can't really compare them. If we take 7'0 JS Big Baron and 7'0" Firewire Sunday, they basically have 10 liters difference in volume plus the rails on Sunday are very beefy comparing to JS Big Baron. You won't get as much performance out of Sunday. However the Helium makes it very responsive in some ways but it still comes with a lot of work that you have to put into the turns. I personally like Sunday in shorter size 5'9". I will review it soon. Cheers!
Just curious, what’s your favorite go to mid length? CI Mid, Album Plasmic, Thick Lizzy, Seaside Beyond, & Big Baron, etc? Always “thankful” for your reviews! Happy Thanksgiving!
Thank you, Dren. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. I will have to split the mid lengths into 2 categories. Cruising/Gliding/Chill vibes: CI Mid & Lovelace ThickLizzy. Winner: Lovelace ThickLizzy Shortboard vibes/Performance/Turns, Floaters and Cutbacks: Album Plasmic, Seaside & Beyond, Big Baron, Lost Smooth Operator. Winner: 1. Big Baron 2. Album Plasmic 3. Firewire Seaside & Beyond Each board has own unique style and magic though. For instance, JS Big Baron makes turns very easy, it's very responsive and fast however Album Plasmic grips the wave from start to the end, excellent hold which makes you feel way more comfortable surfing steeper waves. Hope this helps!
If your looking for a super high performance mid length, you should try the Mid 6. Really impressed by mine. Comes in three sizes, 7’, 7’6” and 7’10”. Unbelievably responsive for a mid length.
@@mattprobst5861 thanks dude. I have a buddy in NJ who got mid6 recently. It’s been really flat but I may try to drive down there this weekend and possibly try to surf it😁 he’s pretty happy with that board.
I am waiting for mine. It's on order. Super excited. So if you ranked your mid lengths again (like your mid length crisis video) where does the Big Baron sit?
Awesome! Hope it arrives soon! Big Baron sits on top of them in terms of performance. But for the best glide and single fin vibe , hands down it’s Lovelace ThickLizzy🙌🏻😎
@@allenwilliams8962 eventually gave up waiting for the Big Baron and bought a Stacey Ohlson Twin 6'9 instead. However a friend bought a 6'8 Big Baron and he loves it. If you want to ride a twin get the Big Baron. If you are not keen on that the Mid Strength (ride as a quad) is good as it's so versatile. A few other friends tried mine and then bought one. Pretty much pick one and don't second guess your choice 🤙🤙
Hey Mike! I prefer Big Baron over Seaside and Beyond which feels very bulky, much harder to paddle and way slower to turn even if you set it up as twinny. The knifey rails on the Big Baron makes it really easy to do maneuvers and drive through the turns. It’s got all twin fin benefits. You don’t have to nurse it at all. I’m really impressed. If you surf shortboards and want something bigger to catch more waves and cover all range of conditions, then you will love it a lot. If you’re coming from a longboard and want to transfer to something shorter, then the Big Baron could be a great choice but your pop up should be really quick. It forgives less beginner surfer’s mistakes than Seaside and Beyond. Hope this helps🤙🏼
Do you still find yourself surfing and enjoying midlengths these days? Your videos seem to be more shortboard oriented these days. Do you reckon they're better suited to smaller conditions than the big baron?
Hey! I only enjoy my 6'6" Dan Jones Twin Pin which is kind of in a mid length range. It all depends.. Mid lengths to help to catch waves easier but you have to sacrifice the performance in small waves. I just found a magic board Mini Super by Shea Somma that allows me to turn/catch easy tiny/small/medium size waves and have a lot of fun! You will be able to catch small waves on big baron. But if you have 1 ft wave and the board is 6'8" there is just no way to turn it quickly back to the pocket. It's just a lot of work. Hope this helps!
Nice board and a better volume for you. Yeah, Epoxy on a Poly blank is nice and light and surfs like a poly, but unfortunately it just dents too easily.
Thank you, Moo! Much appreciated. Yes, it does dent easily. Unfortunately it's what it is. I love to surf poly boards now especially on bumpy/choppy days.
@@9soccerplayr Well, I would suggest going for it especially if you are looking for a mid-length with maximum performance but don't really care about cosmetic stuff (foot impressions on the deck and from grabbing the rails). Cheers!
@@9soccerplayr wow, that’s a tough one lol. I’m gonna review HS Glider soon once we get waves. What are you looking for from the next mid-length in particular?😄
I think you can maybe justify the weak glassing on hpsb’s (JS specialty) for the weight and performance factor but for mine when you get above 6’6, Esp on twins I expect better quality. Things gonna look like a golf ball in 3 months and adios fin boxes.
I stand corrected. I picked one of these up second hand in 7’0 PE construction and it’s been nothing but epic on the points where I live. It’s also super sturdy and now want a newbie in 7’6. Get one.
Did the one have end up being quite a bit more durable than expected? I’m thinking of buying one but complaints about durability are making me nervous. I’m sorta over buying boards that get destroyed in a couple months.
Hey Shannon! No, I didn’t have a chance. I also didn’t see anyone riding Big Baron here in NY/NJ. You will definitely be fine with the 6’6”.. if you’re more into shortboard and have good waves in the the backyard. I personally like to keep my mid lengths at minimum 6’8” to catch the waves earlier and also have more options for smaller days😁 Cheers!
Great review - Your channel rocks because I can relate as an average everyday surfer myself. Watching a pro surfing world class waves to show off a new board, dosent tell me how the board will work in average conditions. A pro can make any board look like a magic stix. Also, a person standing in a shop reviewing a board going through the spec sheet doesnt really tell me a lot more than the manufacturers website. The fact you take the board out into the waves at the same spot in weak and average conditions makes for a better review. I can tell a lot more about a board from your reviews. Keep it up. I hope the brands throw you some more boards to review. Yeeeew!
Thank you, Yep! Really appreciate your support and feedback!
I have the 6 8 version of this and am loving it. You a right to point out the sensitivity of the rails, definitely more of a shortboarders midlength rather than a full cruiser. Great drive around sections. Mine is holding up ok in terms of deck compressions. Fins wise I have been using the futures uprights js make for the board, pricey but super light and they go great. Thanks for the reviews!
yew!!! Stoked you're having fun with it! It's a great board!!
Briefly mentioned on your Album Moonstone review that I'd recently bought a 6'8" Big Baron with Futures EN fins. Usually ride a 5'8 firewire mashup, or Seaside (I'm 5'10" and 160lbs, so similar to you). At first, the baron felt massive and slow to react through turns, but I guess that's just relative to what I was used to, and, I don't think my back foot was far enough back. So far used it 3 times, generally in 3ft and fairly clean conditions. Definitely loving it now. It picks up waves a fair bit easier than the mashup, and has that addictive glide on takeoffs you simply don't get with a shorter board, likewise over flatter spots on the wave. On an open face, there's so much drive through swooping carves, and it cuts back really nicely. Overall it feels smooth, fast, flowy, yet with some bite and performance from the tail. Can sort of duck dive it, but obviously you can still take a beating on bigger waves, as I can't get it down very deep.
Still need to figure out how well it will go in more top to bottom style turns...am tempted to take it to the Wave pool to see how it gets on there, although one collision with the wall will be trouble!
Yuri, nice review , enjoying your regular guy reviews
I’ve got a Big Baron, 7’6” 50 liters ( I’m 200 lbs and 60 years old “)
You are on the money, a really fun MIdlength, fast ,maneuverable, thinned out so you can still duckdive it. It is an excellent board if you want a bigger board that still will perform
As you stated the glassing seems a bit weak. I dinged the rail with my shin on my second session pulling into a closeout.
I’m using the Merrick keels ( the ones they use in the Fishbeard) and have been happy with those. I m more of a swoop/carve, drive through sections guy
All in all pretty happy with the Big Baron
Hey Jim! That's awesome. I'm glad you are enjoying the board. Thank you so much for your input. The glassing is definitely weak. Well, it's still worth it! Cheers and Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!
Great review Skipper. You make the board look fun. :)
Thank you buddy🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
@@SkipperSurfReview Youre welcome. :) You should do a review/ comparison on the Sunday by Firewire. The Sunday is can also be a twin fin, so would be a good comparison to JS Big Baron. :)
@@DeforestLCooper I’ll probably do it soon👍🏼 thank you for the idea😎
Nice man..I really want one... I was also considering Mid6 but it's more expensive and they only go from 7' and up.
Hey Skipper would love to see you review the FW Boss-Up.
@@kenkohncke7929 When I get a chance I’ll do it. No plans for buying it yet😁
Love this review! The Big Baron looks sick. I will try to get one soon. Thank you, Skipper!
Thanks for watching. Yeah, the board is awesome. Check out South Coast Surf Shop if you are in the US.
Great review, Skipper! It looks very nice under your feet.
Thank you, Jack.
Thank you for the review! Great info on the big Baron, especially about the pressure dings-good to know. Still gonna get one
Thank you for watching. If I break it, I’ll buy this board again😁 Please let me know what size you’re getting and how it works for you🤙🏼
After contemplating for quite sometime..I wish I bought one a year ago.😅 I am ordering one today
You have ridden plenty of mid lengths and shown you are happy to try things outside the mainstream
Try checking out the CJ Nelson Outlier (Firewire Thunderbolt). I love the construction and the hull feeling just works. I even like it in bigger, punchier waves, though it definitely has it limits. Bottom turns never felt so good….
I second this. I have the 8ft and love it. 7'6" would be super fun and the new 7' looks enticing with the 2 +1 setup.
Hey Chad! Thanks. Yeah, I've been keeping an eye on the Outlier.. I just found one in size 7'0" at hawaiiansouthshore.com I may pull the trigger if I unload a few boards this weekend. We are doing a local board swap/sell event with the @boardporn here in Rockaway Beach. Cheers!
Hey Brian, yes.. 7' with the 2+1 looks enticing for sure.. I will see if I go for one soon :)
Nice review ! I have been riding the pukas lady twin since 2 months, the shape and the surfing look similar :)
Thank you Pierre! Pukas lady twin looks nice. I've just checked it out. Cheers!
Great review! Curious to hear your thoughts on the Big Baron vs Lovelace FM seeing as they are both similar in length and fin set-up.
Hey Brian, thanks for watching. So, I've met Ryan Lovelace not a while ago where we talked about all of his models. Unfortunately the audio didn't work well otherwise I would share it online. Basically, the FM model was meant to be surfed in big waves like shoulder high -> overhead+ where the twinzer set up will fully kick in and start working at it's potential like my FM board which I got from Glide Surf Shop. It was specifically shaped for these conditions. He was actually impressed that it worked in small waves for me. LOL. My 6'5" FM feels heavier, the rails feel kinda the same (very refined), slightly less responsive on turns however it gets more speed once you put the pedal to the medal and more glide on the wave and the most important part it has an excellent glass job. It's a night a day compared to machine shaped JS Big Baron. I didn't surf FM in big waves yet, so it's supposed to give you a lot of power through wrapping cutbacks. I can't wait to feel it :) Cheers!
@@SkipperSurfReview Ahhh interesting! I always get enticed by boards that are meant to go well in big waves but that is never the reality of what I'm surfing 99% of the time haha. Good insight, thank you!
@@brian2973 well big waves for me is 4-6 ft.. honestly, I’m not gonna chase 8-10+ ft monsters😁
@@SkipperSurfReview you and me both brotha!
@@brian2973 🤘🏼
You looked good riding this compared to you riding board on other reviews. I have a seaside and beyond 6'8 but I'm curious to try this. I've tried the Too Fish bit I couldn't handle the speed and looseness of a twinnie with such a wide tail - do you think the length and pin tail would mitigate some of the challenges associated with a shorter twinnie?
Great review 🤙🏽
Thank you, Oliver 🙏🏼
Great review!
Glad you enjoyed it
I picked up mine a few weeks back and theres some magic in this board that allows it to perform in a way I didn’t expect for a board of this outline and size.
I’m an intermediate plus surfer in his mid 30’s. My job is sit down and so I’m a bit stiff and popping up has become a bit slow.
I got the 6’8 higher volume and I’m 6’3 90kg.
The board is super easy to pop up on and has incredible drive through turns. I have been doing full roundhouse cutbacks and I haven’t done them in yrs with this consistency if I’m honest with myself.
Fins- modern Keels are great on point break style waves. I haven’t tried a more upright twin yet and looking forward to that. If I had my time again I’d order the low volume 7’0.
Falling in love with twins.
Wow! Thank you for your feedback! Glad you like it!!!
@@SkipperSurfReview yeah it’s a great board. Btw your reviews are great for most surfers. I’d love to hear if anyone tries the following fins in this board as an fcs option.
MR 1978 dedicated twins fins, not the 2+1 option as they look too small for this board.
Fcs Power twins
Christensen upright, I think they might be too small for this board though.
Please let me know how you guys find them in this board.
Happy frothing! ;)
@@danielreid7138 Hi Daniel, why would you have chosen the 7'0 instead? I'm interested as I'm 85kg and hesitating between the 6'8 and 7'0. Thanks!
@@Petepato3 go the 7’0, it’ll be a crowd beater with great drive and still easy to turn.
If your going for a mid length may as well do it properly.
I have smaller performance boards for good waves when I want to surf harder.
I’ve since ridden a similar style board, 7’6 Twin and it’s still manoeuvrable and even more paddle power etc.
If you have a shorter more performance board, go the 7’6 even. If not, go the 7’0 or 7’6
@@danielreid7138 Thanks!
Great review
Thank you for watching!
Great review and surfing! I enjoy your reviews. I'm going to consider to get one. Thank you, Skip!
Thank you, Tara! Much appreciated.
Hey! Thanks for the review. I wonder which of the mid lengths you have tried is best for paddling? I am considering a big baron, mid length crisis and mis strength, but wonder what you have found.
Hey Rolando! I think the Big Baron is the best. I haven’t tried the Mid Strength.. Big Baron has a wider outline especially up front. It helps a lot to go easier.
@@SkipperSurfReview thanks! I tried the firewire seaside and beyond in timbertek and it felt stiff and wasnt as helpful with paddle power as i hoped
@@rolandodelacruz4144 yeah that one in timbertek is a boat.what’s your weight height and level of surfing?
@@SkipperSurfReview i am 6’ and 175lbs, and stepping down from an 8’ foam board (advanced beginner ish)
@@rolandodelacruz4144 in this case you would be good with the 7’0 CI Mid or 6’10” CI Mid Twin.. Big Baron could be good too but it’s less forgiving.
Awesome review
Thank you, Elias!
Can’t beat the Rastas mate 🤙🏽
Great surfing
Thank you, Anis!
Great review - the shape looks a bit like the Sunday. Compare the Sunday as a twin versus the Big Barron - Thanks!
Thanks for watching, Sam. To be honest, I can't really compare them. If we take 7'0 JS Big Baron and 7'0" Firewire Sunday, they basically have 10 liters difference in volume plus the rails on Sunday are very beefy comparing to JS Big Baron. You won't get as much performance out of Sunday. However the Helium makes it very responsive in some ways but it still comes with a lot of work that you have to put into the turns. I personally like Sunday in shorter size 5'9". I will review it soon. Cheers!
Just curious, what’s your favorite go to mid length? CI Mid, Album Plasmic, Thick Lizzy, Seaside Beyond, & Big Baron, etc? Always “thankful” for your reviews! Happy Thanksgiving!
Thank you, Dren. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. I will have to split the mid lengths into 2 categories.
Cruising/Gliding/Chill vibes: CI Mid & Lovelace ThickLizzy. Winner: Lovelace ThickLizzy
Shortboard vibes/Performance/Turns, Floaters and Cutbacks: Album Plasmic, Seaside & Beyond, Big Baron, Lost Smooth Operator. Winner: 1. Big Baron 2. Album Plasmic 3. Firewire Seaside & Beyond
Each board has own unique style and magic though. For instance, JS Big Baron makes turns very easy, it's very responsive and fast however Album Plasmic grips the wave from start to the end, excellent hold which makes you feel way more comfortable surfing steeper waves.
Hope this helps!
@@SkipperSurfReview Yes! Very helpful! I appreciate your thorough reply! You’re the best! 🏄🏻♂️
@@drenyama5090 Thank you for your kind words! Much appreciated.
If your looking for a super high performance mid length, you should try the Mid 6. Really impressed by mine. Comes in three sizes, 7’, 7’6” and 7’10”. Unbelievably responsive for a mid length.
@@mattprobst5861 thanks dude. I have a buddy in NJ who got mid6 recently. It’s been really flat but I may try to drive down there this weekend and possibly try to surf it😁 he’s pretty happy with that board.
Seeing as it was 2 years ago you made this video, I think you were lighter then. What size board would you pick now at your current weight 78kg?
To be honest I would still get the same 6’8” haha!
Great review! I'm ordering 7'0" :) Yewwww!
Greeeeeaaaat videoooooo dude!!!!!!! Thxxxxxxxxx!!!!!!
Thanks for watching!
I am waiting for mine. It's on order. Super excited. So if you ranked your mid lengths again (like your mid length crisis video) where does the Big Baron sit?
Awesome! Hope it arrives soon! Big Baron sits on top of them in terms of performance. But for the best glide and single fin vibe , hands down it’s Lovelace ThickLizzy🙌🏻😎
@terenceingram7786 Do you like the big Barron or Chilli midstrength better? Trying to decide between the 2? Thanks!
@@allenwilliams8962 eventually gave up waiting for the Big Baron and bought a Stacey Ohlson Twin 6'9 instead. However a friend bought a 6'8 Big Baron and he loves it. If you want to ride a twin get the Big Baron. If you are not keen on that the Mid Strength (ride as a quad) is good as it's so versatile. A few other friends tried mine and then bought one. Pretty much pick one and don't second guess your choice 🤙🤙
@@terenceingram7786 awesome thank you! now I need to decide on a 6'6 or 6'8? I am 160 lbs.
@@allenwilliams8962 don't overthink it. Either will work. If you want to turn more go 6'6 otherwise 6'8 is the magic number.
So how does this compare to the seaside and beyond? Which do you prefer? I was looking at getting the seaside but now not sure!
Hey Mike! I prefer Big Baron over Seaside and Beyond which feels very bulky, much harder to paddle and way slower to turn even if you set it up as twinny. The knifey rails on the Big Baron makes it really easy to do maneuvers and drive through the turns. It’s got all twin fin benefits. You don’t have to nurse it at all. I’m really impressed. If you surf shortboards and want something bigger to catch more waves and cover all range of conditions, then you will love it a lot. If you’re coming from a longboard and want to transfer to something shorter, then the Big Baron could be a great choice but your pop up should be really quick. It forgives less beginner surfer’s mistakes than Seaside and Beyond. Hope this helps🤙🏼
Skipper Surf Review perfect!!! Thanks for the reply. This is awesome.
That's pretty typical for PU boards as far as pressure dents go.
lol the way you hand measured,
Do you still find yourself surfing and enjoying midlengths these days? Your videos seem to be more shortboard oriented these days. Do you reckon they're better suited to smaller conditions than the big baron?
Hey! I only enjoy my 6'6" Dan Jones Twin Pin which is kind of in a mid length range. It all depends.. Mid lengths to help to catch waves easier but you have to sacrifice the performance in small waves. I just found a magic board Mini Super by Shea Somma that allows me to turn/catch easy tiny/small/medium size waves and have a lot of fun! You will be able to catch small waves on big baron. But if you have 1 ft wave and the board is 6'8" there is just no way to turn it quickly back to the pocket. It's just a lot of work. Hope this helps!
Nice board and a better volume for you. Yeah, Epoxy on a Poly blank is nice and light and surfs like a poly, but unfortunately it just dents too easily.
Thank you, Moo! Much appreciated. Yes, it does dent easily. Unfortunately it's what it is. I love to surf poly boards now especially on bumpy/choppy days.
How did it go duckdiving? Was it hard to push under the waves?
No issues duck diving. The rails are pretty foiled down. Easy to grab. It depends on your weight/skills usually.
This or the album plasmid? Great reviews 🤙🍺
Plasmid💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼
how would this compare to a morning of the earth 2 tracks?
Hey dude! I haven't surfed MOtE boards but based on the description and some clips, it should be really fun to surf!
@@SkipperSurfReview thanks for the response i have a custom MOTE and a few mid lengths but not sure if i should add this one to the quiver
@@9soccerplayr Well, I would suggest going for it especially if you are looking for a mid-length with maximum performance but don't really care about cosmetic stuff (foot impressions on the deck and from grabbing the rails). Cheers!
@@SkipperSurfReview 6'8" Seaside and Beyond, 6'10" HS Mid Length Glider (next month), 7' MOTE 2 Tracks, 7'4" Christensen C-Bucket (April 2022), 7'6"JS Big Baron???
@@9soccerplayr wow, that’s a tough one lol. I’m gonna review HS Glider soon once we get waves. What are you looking for from the next mid-length in particular?😄
Hey bro do you prefer this to the Seaside & Beyond?
I think so.. in terms of performance, I would choose Big Baron.. for smaller waves, the Seaside and Beyond.
@@SkipperSurfReview cHEERS bRO
Have you tried Chilli Mid Strength？
No, I haven’t tried it yet. It looks fun!
Is the 6'8 easy to duck dive?
It is😁
I think you can maybe justify the weak glassing on hpsb’s (JS specialty) for the weight and performance factor but for mine when you get above 6’6, Esp on twins I expect better quality. Things gonna look like a golf ball in 3 months and adios fin boxes.
Good point! It definitely has the lightest glassing.. The CI Twin Pin had slightly thicker glassing.
I stand corrected. I picked one of these up second hand in 7’0 PE construction and it’s been nothing but epic on the points where I live. It’s also super sturdy and now want a newbie in 7’6. Get one.
@@doralivesmatters3450 That's sick! Glad you like it! Yewww! I've been enjoying mine!
Did the one have end up being quite a bit more durable than expected? I’m thinking of buying one but complaints about durability are making me nervous. I’m sorta over buying boards that get destroyed in a couple months.
Yes. I have it in the PE and it’s held up well besides yellowing slightly. I only ride it with the upright MR Twins.
Have you ridden any different sizes in the big Barron? I’m 74kg 179 cm intermediate short boarder and was thinking the 6’6”. Let me know your thoughts
Hey Shannon! No, I didn’t have a chance. I also didn’t see anyone riding Big Baron here in NY/NJ. You will definitely be fine with the 6’6”.. if you’re more into shortboard and have good waves in the the backyard. I personally like to keep my mid lengths at minimum 6’8” to catch the waves earlier and also have more options for smaller days😁 Cheers!
Vee in the nose?Are u sure
Well it starts a few in inches off the nose😜