@@StokedForTravel I’m 63 and the extra volume helps me paddle in even easier. I don’t need the wider nose because I ride more from the tail, but it hasn’t caused me any grief on steeper takeoffs- so it’s worth it for me 😎
Thx for giving the HI4 the attention it deserves 👍 2:22, our HI4 actually has a little more rocker overall than our HIHP (HI4 tail rocker 4", nose rocker 5.5" for HIHP tail rocker 4" 1/8 , nose rocker 5"), HIHP has a tad more flip in the tail and a flatter nose and paddles as good as the HI4! 🤙
Thanks for sharing the feedback, it’s a great board hey? Good to know on the Red and Black and that you switch between the two, will have to get my hands on one and do a comparison video! 🤙
Great review! Curious how the "HI4" compares to the "HI Diamond Drive" model (Harley's other step-down board from the HIHP). Any ideas on a head-to-head comparison?
Glad you liked it! So, I haven’t ridden the Diamond Drive yet, but from the board breakdown and info I’ve read about it, it kinda feels like the HI4 is basically the evolved Diamond Drive, just renamed and with a rounded pin tail and both seem to fit into the same genre of board. I don’t really think you’ll go wrong with either, but I’m certainly loving the HI4 🤙
@@StokedForTravel Thanks for the quick reply, but the Diamond Drive and the HI4 seem like very different boards to me- the 9'2 DD compared to a 9'1 HI4 is slightly narrower with a more pulled in nose, thicker at 3", has 5L more volume, and most notably has lower "3-stage" rocker with 4 3/8" nose flip and 3 3/16" tail kick (compared to the continuous HI4 rocker that has 5 1/2" at nose and 4" tail kick). Still curious how that would effect the ride and wish I could try them both to see which I like better!
@@brianmoore5598 looks like I was looking at the wrong webpage Brian, sorry about that! I've done a bit more research today and from what I've seen on the dims/reviews etc I'd say the DD is going to have a tad less performance, but a tad better small wave capability (mainly due to rocker, nose and volume). I'll see if I can locate one for a comparison and review!
You'll notice a big difference in the 9'1 version if you're go to is a big old 10 footer. The 9'3 version might ease the transition a little more whilst still improving the performance heaps!
@@StokedForTravel you're welcome :) I don't nose ride much so the 8.5" 4A might be a little short for serious nose riding, but it feels great surfing from the tail to 2/3 up the board and everything else: turns, cut backs, roundhouses... loose, nimble, perfect balance between response and flow, I just can't get back to 2+1! 🤩
I’ve now got the 9’3” HI4 with a quad setup and am enjoying the extra volume. I’m using it more than my HIHP now. Thanks for your review 😊
Happy days, stoked you’re enjoying it! What’s the reason you enjoy it over your HIHP?
@@StokedForTravel I’m 63 and the extra volume helps me paddle in even easier. I don’t need the wider nose because I ride more from the tail, but it hasn’t caused me any grief on steeper takeoffs- so it’s worth it for me 😎
@@berniehughes4422 happy days! Glad you're stoked on it!
Excellent review! 👏🏼👏🏼Very thorough and helpful! I’m enjoying the HIHP in thunderbolt black but good to know more about HI4.
Glade you enjoyed it Bernie! Keen to get my hands on the HIHP soon for a full comparison’
Thx for giving the HI4 the attention it deserves 👍
2:22, our HI4 actually has a little more rocker overall than our HIHP (HI4 tail rocker 4", nose rocker 5.5" for HIHP tail rocker 4" 1/8 , nose rocker 5"), HIHP has a tad more flip in the tail and a flatter nose and paddles as good as the HI4! 🤙
Thanks for sharing the feedback, it’s a great board hey?
Good to know on the Red and Black and that you switch between the two, will have to get my hands on one and do a comparison video! 🤙
Great review! Thanks
Glad you enjoyed it Steve!
Longboarding is much more fun for me since learning how to cross step and nose ride.
Good times! I still need to work on consistently cross stepping!
The Harley fin set didn’t work for me. I’m running it with RM Twins and a 3.6” trailer. Blazing speed that you won’t believe!
Interesting setup - might have to give that a go! 🤙
Great review! Curious how the "HI4" compares to the "HI Diamond Drive" model (Harley's other step-down board from the HIHP). Any ideas on a head-to-head comparison?
Glad you liked it! So, I haven’t ridden the Diamond Drive yet, but from the board breakdown and info I’ve read about it, it kinda feels like the HI4 is basically the evolved Diamond Drive, just renamed and with a rounded pin tail and both seem to fit into the same genre of board. I don’t really think you’ll go wrong with either, but I’m certainly loving the HI4 🤙
@@StokedForTravel Thanks for the quick reply, but the Diamond Drive and the HI4 seem like very different boards to me- the 9'2 DD compared to a 9'1 HI4 is slightly narrower with a more pulled in nose, thicker at 3", has 5L more volume, and most notably has lower "3-stage" rocker with 4 3/8" nose flip and 3 3/16" tail kick (compared to the continuous HI4 rocker that has 5 1/2" at nose and 4" tail kick). Still curious how that would effect the ride and wish I could try them both to see which I like better!
@@brianmoore5598 looks like I was looking at the wrong webpage Brian, sorry about that! I've done a bit more research today and from what I've seen on the dims/reviews etc I'd say the DD is going to have a tad less performance, but a tad better small wave capability (mainly due to rocker, nose and volume). I'll see if I can locate one for a comparison and review!
Would the 9'1" be okay for me im 200lb. My go to longboard is a boat at 10ft. Looking for something a little more nimble but can still paddle.
You'll notice a big difference in the 9'1 version if you're go to is a big old 10 footer. The 9'3 version might ease the transition a little more whilst still improving the performance heaps!
Definitely get the 9’3. I use the 9’1 but heavier friends are stoked with the bigger version.
Single fin setting is okay for this board???
Yeah really fun! When it’s bigger I prefer the Harley Tri Fin set though 🤙
Single fin is epic on the HI4, our go to set up for last 2 years. Greenough 4A 8.5" on 9'1 (145 Lbs, 5'8) and 9" (160 Lbs, 5'6)
@@dekismokton2407 greta suggestion, thanks for sharing :)
@@StokedForTravel you're welcome :)
I don't nose ride much so the 8.5" 4A might be a little short for serious nose riding, but it feels great surfing from the tail to 2/3 up the board and everything else: turns, cut backs, roundhouses... loose, nimble, perfect balance between response and flow, I just can't get back to 2+1! 🤩
Good video, yeah longboards are pricey here on So Cal also
Glad you liked it Charles! Definitely not a cheap board, but we’ll worth it for all the the bases it covers 🤙