Chilli "Black Vulture 2" Surfboard Review Ep 119
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In this episode I review the Chilli "Black Vulture 2." This could be the best One Board Quiver I've tested to date.
Board Dims: (Twin Tech EPS/Epoxy Construction)
Custom: 5'5" x 19 1/8 x 2 5/16 (26.06L)
Stock 5'6" x 19 3/8 x 2 5/16 (27L)
My height 5'9" & weight 165 lb. - Фільми й анімація
Hi Noel, thank you so much for the great reviews. Just got a bv2.. thing shreds! Easy to surf and great projection as you say. I had to notch out the tail pad to get it right back.. now it feels good! MRs are fast & loose with enough hold even in slightly overhead waves. Thank you again 🤙🏼
Thanks for this review! I got the board two month ago. Its soo much fun. I only surf it as a two plus one. Its so fast and loose!!! Cheers
Used your momentum series pivot for the side fins and momentum series raked med for the back fin and the BV2 was on a new level, fast and controlled. With twin plus trailer tail felt uncontolled and wild. Great review!
Cheers for posting
Killer Noelzy!! You guys have been getting some sick waves for a long time now!! 🤙👌
I ride mine with the Rob Machado 2+1… love it! Hopefully we can see a review of the Faded 2.0
Im a fan of Chilli boards, have a rare bird that's stayed in the quiver while other boards have been tried then sold off. The bv2 looks very lively in this video. Cheers
How does the rare bird compare to a pyzel phantom? Always seemed like a round tail phantom to me.
It was a very good one! Hoping to see the Rarest Bird too.
Got one based on this review! Stoked the board is 🔥!! I rode it for the first time and actually ran into your photographer! Yew 🤙🏻
Epic.. the BV2 is 🔥
Noel, as always great review and crazy stupid skills! looking for a board that goes right above the groveler... Can't decide between the FW No Brainer, Flat Earth and now the Chilli Black Vulture. Not sure how the Twin Tech durability compares to LFT or Helium or Chili's heavy duty epoxy glassing...??? Any input would be appreciated as always, thank you for doing these reviews, always learn more and more about surfing and surfboard tech!
I moved from Santa Cruz CA to Florida in 2020. None of my NorCal boards suited Florida. I had planned to buy a rocket wide for New Smyrna and Sebastian Florida but pulled the trigger on the BV2 mostly after watching your video 20 times analyzing it over and over. Recently learned surf station in Saint Augustine Florida uses your videos.
How big of waves were you able to get this thing out in the water in? I thought the turns didn’t look super quick and snappy but considering buying
@@harrisondemeritt Hard to say as it really hasn’t been put to the rest yet, about head high so far because I’m working 2 jobs now and not getting as many sessions in these days
Every board you review, I end up wanting. Even when you’re surf aggressively it looks so effortless, you rip man.
Wow… cheers for the kind words
Picked one up a month ago. Put some MR 2+1 on and now i can’t get off it. Ordering another for summer.
Great video as always thanks Noel!! I’m thinking of getting the BV2 after seeing your review but I have the Pyzalien already, do you think they are too similar? If not I was thinking of getting a Driver 2.0 or sub in light speed unless you have any better suggestions? I typically surf LA beach breaks, Cheers!
Got one a few months ago and completely agree, this is not a standard groveller, I’m personally using it as an everyday board. I also swapped out the twin 2+1 setups for a standard thruster and now surf it in everything with this set up. The board already had heaps of speed and didn’t need the twin set up
Which thruster fins are you using?
Great review as always!
Could you please do a review on the Lost Rocket Redux as well?
Thank you!
Volume 2 is one of best boards I’ve ever ridden. I’ve gone through two of them already! Noel try one out for the show 🙏🌶
What's a volume 2 mate
Great review as usual, you do a great job for the surf community Sir. Have not become yet a patreon, but will soon, promise.
I got myself a Dominator 2, and I love it, using as quad on my frontside and as thruster on my back.
Could you tell us what are the similar points and the differences between the DM2 and the BV2?
Cheers
No similarity between the D2 and BV2
Noel I think a review on the Lost Freak Flag Bean Bag is in order
Hey Noel! I love watching all your videos, it really motivates me to get better at surfing.
I wanted to see your thoughts on the bv2, phantom, and pyzalien 2. I’m looking to get a board more for chest to head high waves on south shore Oahu waves, I’m at a lower intermediate level and want to work on my turns and speed generation more. I currently ride an Astro pop. Thanks!
My first choice for you is the BV2. If you want more time to pick my brain on boards you can set up a Surfboard Consultation here.
surfnshow.com/pages/surfboard-consulting
If Reef Road in Palm beach fires next winter I’m considering video taping myself and paying for consultation
Hey, Looking for a daily driver type board, and I like the look of this, for the speed, carving, wide point slight forward from center. I'm 170lb only 5'7, volume 32-34 L. This would land at a 5'11''... How about ordering this with a swallow tail to add maneuverability for an oversized board length? Any thoughts?
Looks VERY similar to the NEV moon fish ,another great board, looks like a surfboard that will make surfing small slop fun ,,,most days of the year ,lol,Yeww
Noel, Amazing reviews, the way you explain and break down all the caractistics is just great.
Would you compare de BV2 with the Uber driver? if so could you explain?
Thxxx.
The BV2 has a wider nose making it more of a hybrid design. The wider nose offers better paddling and more stability under your front foot. The Wide point might be bit forward on the BV2 which enhances carving. The UD has a performance board outline and it will offer sharper/tighter turns in the pocket compared to the BV2. In my opinion the BV2 is considerably faster compared to the UD and the BV2 is easier to shred.
Hello Noel ! How would you compare the BV2 to the Pyzalien 2? Just faster ?
I have the NB2 and love it - was just about to order another as it is getting a little old, but this looks great - which do you prefer out of the 2 boards
Tough one… both boards are epic. The BV2 carries more down the line speed with 2+1 setup. The NB2 pivots faster and a bit more radical in the pocket.
Looked like a good one under your feet. good flow
Great video!!
Hey Noel will you be reviewing the bobby quad anytime soon mate? Looking to order one soon they look sick cheers!
I hope so… I ordered a couple. Just waiting for them to come in
Hey Neil, really like your honest reviews!! Can you tell me please for daily driver what you recommend: BV2 or lost rocket redux, for low intermediate level. Many thanks
I like the BV2 better…. It paddles better and it’s really fast. Easy board to shred.
Thank you for your quick answer and time to respond! Cheers from Portugal. Regards
To me they are both great boards… the RR paddles as good as my gremlin (5/5) … and is very very fast .. and the BV2 to me it paddles great (4,5/5) .. . but can’t compare ir to the Gremlin … I have surfed both and like them both very much!
Thanks for the great review! How would you compare the BV2 to the no brainer?
The BV2 is versatile in Wave range great in 1-6’ surf with emphasis in 2-5’ surf. The No Brainer is really made for small mushy waves as it has very low rocker and struggles steep hollow waves. The BV2 shreds compared to the NB… no contest really.
Hey Noel, are you having a look at the lost rnf 96 anytime soon that thing looks sick!
Yes, I got a couple… reviewing coming soon. A few other boards are ahead of it though. Hang tight… I have not ridden them yet
Great review. How did the twin tech go for durability? Cheers
Same question....how durable and/or is the longevity? Will it yellow will it get spider cracks?
Hi Noel, a fantastic review and beautiful surfing!
We surf in Israel- the waves are usually week short period and mushy. Sometimes we get good overhead waves.
Can you advise- what are the main differences between the FireWire Dominator 2 to the Chilli BV2?
I tried to search for an option to order a custom Dominator 2 with a small swallow tail as I like the hold and feel of a swallow but couldn’t find. Then you came with this Chilli BV2 review and it looks great.
Thanks!
The BV2 offers more speed due to a wider nose and less rocker. It paddles better and shred small mushy waves better too with a Twin + Trailer set up. The Dominator 2 offers a little more high performance surfing in the pocket due to more rocker and it sleeker outline… however no customs available with Fire Wire. Go BV2
@@surfnshowreviews7777 Thanks for your respond Noel. Appreciated and Very helpful!
Since now I ordered the following boards after watching your reviews…-
The Cimatic, Pizel Ghost, Gremlin…
And Will definitely try your signature fins as well. Cheers!
@@yanivzi1 Cheers!!!
Hi Yaniv, did you have a chance to order a board and compare to the ones you already have (I guess Cimatic, Ghost and Gremlin)? I surf in Cyprus, so we have the same problems (though I think you have a little more period in Israel). I've just received the BV2 and can compare it to my Seaside and Phantom.
@@K0rtesss interested in you thoughts please!!
Great review Noel 👌 What difference for you betwenn the 1 board quiver and the Daily Driver ?
One board quiver shreds 1-6’ surf really well. Daily Driver is more of a performance board in sub par conditions but it’s not a Groveler. Daily Drivers are usually best in 3-6’ surf.
Thanks Noel.
What's your opinion on BV2 vs Rocket Wide for grovelling? Particularly 1-3ft. Tied in with that, what do you think for twin tech vs spine tek for grovelling? I'm looking for a new San Diego summer slop board. Thanks!
The BV2 is faster, it paddles better, and I like it better compared to the RW as a Groveler and Daily Driver for 1-6’ surf.
@Nathan McFarland I had the same hard question ! Stuck in between , Thank you for putting this helpful question on !
Would love to see you compare this to the Lost RNF 96. Looks pretty identical and just coincidentally Chilli was, a few years back, the Australian shaper and distributer for Lost.
not even remotely close!
@@beachshak1539 in what ways?
Nice !!! Is this EPS construction similar to SpinTek ?
Not really… The SpineTek actually has a spine (piece of material that feels similar to plastic) routed into the deck of the board for strength and quick rebound. These two technologies feel completely different from each other. They both feel good though… I’m a huge fan of EPS/Epoxy constructions for boards that are meant to excel in 1-5’ surf.
Looks responsive and slips like butter off a hot knife, I’m getting one
Hi Noel. My happy place for volume is right around 30L. Curious if you preferred the shorter model you rode or the longer one? In other words, do you recommend going slightly shorter than the standard dims then slightly increasing the thickness and width to bring me back up to my preferred volume, or just grab the stock 5’9? Thx!
If this board is more for smaller waves then go custom. Talk to Paul at Chilli USA and he will get you dialed on custom dims
How do you think this compares to the untitled by hayden shapes. After a daily driver. Usually surf more high performance boards, driver 2.0 etc, but sfter something that will go a bit better when its smaller. Both look awesome.
The BV2 is way faster due to it having less overall rocker. So it shreds smaller waves better… speed is king for smaller waves.
The Untitled is basically a daily driver that shreds like a HPSB that’s easier to surf. I don’t consider the Untitled as a Groveler
Hey Noel! Love ya reviews. I’m deciding between this and the Rarest Bird, slightly different boards but have you ridden both and have a preference for 3-6ft waves?
No sorry.. n ver tried that board
Hello Noel! Thank you! Which board would you recommend as a daily deriver for 3 to 7 ft fatter not perfect waves? Inferno 72? Phantom? Or even a BV2? Thank you!
BV2 in Twin Tech EPS unless the conditions are choppy all the time.
@@surfnshowreviews7777 u d best! thank u!
Mr. Salas, how are you? Between the Chilli BV2 and Pyzel Phanton in waves from 2 to 6/7 ft, your rate them identical and in your videos looks you surf them very similar, which one would you choose and which of your fins will go good?
I like the Phantom better in 4-7’ surf and I recommend my MS-Raked template. For 1-3’ surf I highly recommend the BV2 with my Pivot Twins+1 that will be available for pre order next week. If you get the BV2 now and need fins then get the Al Merrick Twins (AMT).
@@surfnshowreviews7777 Right on! Thank you Mr. Salas
Dear
Great reviews
What is better for 2-6 surf
Payzelien 2 or bv2 ?
If the waves are punchy and hollow then P2. If the waves are mushy or fast but not really hollow then BV2
How does this compare to the pyzalien 2 as far as tighter turning and performance are concerned ?
The P2 will do tighter turns in the pocket due to its sleeker outline. The BV2 is faster down the line and grovels better.
Did the 27L go good as well? I know you rode the 5’5 more. I can get a stock 5’6 @ 27L eps where i normally ride a HPSB @ 26.5L. Saves me having to go custom to try and dial in at 26L. Interested to hear your take.
Yewwwww
If this board is for smaller waves then I say get the 5’6” EPS. It will go 🔥🔥🔥
NB 2 vs. BV 2?
What is the rack you use for your board reviews? Trying to find something like this for home
You can order one at Boardraxx.com
Hey Noel! Hows Texas? Btw whats your opinion on the Hot Knife? Im looking for a board for 0-4 ft. Cant decide between the BV2 or the Hot Knife. Any tips?
Btw for bigger surf ive got a MG squash. Nice board only for good pumping waves.
Never tried Hot Knife but the BV2 is fire
So did I miss, which one of the two boards you rode felt better?
I said the stock 5’6” was a little big and on top of the water. I liked the 5’5” best and rode it for the bulk of the review.
Hey Noel, would you put the Cabianca Medina and the Chilli BV2 in the same category? What do you think separates the two?
Yes they can go in the same category even though the BV2 has a hybrid outline with a fuller nose. The Medina offers a bit more freedom in the pocket offering tighter wraps and more vertical surfing due to its sleeker outline. They are both sick sleds… the BV2 offers more down the line speed with Twin + Trailer set up.
Hey Noel, great reviwr as always. Would you prefer the BV2 or the Mini Ghost squash for 2-6 ft?
I like the BV2 better in 1-3’ surf and the Mini Ghost better in 3-6’ surf
@@surfnshowreviews7777 Alright! Talking about grovlers, do you like more the BV2 ou the Pyzel Astro pop? Btw thanks for all the answers you keep giving me, its really helpful!!
@@joaoacolonnezi6493 BV2
How does the speed compare to “real” grovelers like FW Seaside, Lost Hydra, Puddle Jumper...etc? (Great review as always, thanks)
The BV2 carries similar speed to the Seaside… not as fast as the Hydra though. The Hydra has low rocker so it’s really only good in 1-2’ mushy waves.
@@surfnshowreviews7777 Wow, I’m surprised that this kind of outline (all-around-ish?) could match the speed of fishy outline! Hope you could test the DHD Phoenix soon (been told that it’s a fast all rounder, too).
@@stevenyao8660 I own both, they are extremely similar. Very similar outline. Probably my 2 favorite do it all boards. The phoenix, has a little more foam distributed forward. Paddles better then anything I’ve ever been on, I own a stock 5’6 and Recently picked up a custom 5’6 with a swallow tail and quads. The BV2 I have in stock 5’8 twin tech, and goes mental as well. Almost the same board
@@Joshuajames310 how do you like your Phoenix with the swallow tail?
@@Joshuajames310 which board did you prefer mate? Torn between the 2!
NICE. I HAVE ONE AND I LOVE IT.
Hello Noel’s , I have a question , I would like to buy a new surf board for small waves between 0 ft to 3 maybe 4 ft but really focused on the small fast wave of beachbreak and then buy a perfomance shortboards , but watching this video, the bv2 really makes me want and seems to fill up perfectly with what I’m looking for but you call the board '' one board quiver '' and I really want a board for small waves so my question is what should-do I , take a grovler or a small wawes performance board or the bv2 ? what’s best? one board for the small wave and one for the big wave or both at the same time? Thank you in advance for your feedback. Sorry for my English, i'm a big fan from France
Get the BV2 for smaller waves. Then get a small wave performance board to compliment the BV2 like the Rocket Wide Squash Tail, The Medina, Uber Driver, Mini Ghost Round Tail. Any of these boards go good in 3-6’ surf.
Hi! Did you end up getting the BV2 for 1-3ft? How it went?
Hey Noel you talked about the MR twins toning the board down from the Am twins is there another 2+1 fin that would tone it down more than the MR fins ?
Check out Mick Fanning Twins or Power Twins
Got the Power Twins so far “killer” got the traction an hold on the bigger surf with shape without sacrificing speed with the thruster . If the wave gets soft and mushy I just throw the MR’s back in ! Thanks Noel
Hello! Would you recommend bv2 or rw for intermediate front foot surfer in 1-5ft weak-average reef? Cheers!
BV2
@@surfnshowreviews7777 Thanks !
Ripping on that board, speed and flow is very noticeable! Will definitely be on the radar.
I just ordered the ci Bobby quad, any chance you’ll be reviewing that?
I ordered a couple Bobby Quads… still waiting for boards.
Hey Noel did you get your sub drivers yet? Would love a review on them
Yes
@@surfnshowreviews7777 when are you going to do the review?
Good Stuff... 🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼
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Is the eps bv2 durable?
Oh…and would you say this board is comparable to the Dom 2 and Mini Ghost range of boards?
Neither… both of those other boards do not have the hybrid outline.
Hi Noel… it’s a good choice for 1-2 ft beach break waves?
Absolutely… run my Pivot Twin + Trailer or your favorite Twin + Trailer for best results in small waves. Here is a link….
www.shopsurfnshow.com/collections/all/products/twin-fins-p-twin-1
@@surfnshowreviews7777 thanks. For those conditions, BV2 is better than Blak Box 3?
@@henriquevert BV2 is way better
For waist to head high waves in North Carolina would you take the gremlin or bv2?
If the waves have some push and you want more performance turns in the lip then go BV2
what your take on a round square tail instead of the swallow ?
You will get a bit more down the line speed, pivot, and release with a rounded square tail compared to a swallow tail. The Swallow will offer more hold and traction through turns
@@surfnshowreviews7777 confirming my thoughts. Thank you 🙏🏻.
Christenson Fish Review please
The stock dims are too long for groveler volume wise
Order up a custom. Call the folks at Chilli to dial it in. The BV2 is mental. Just saying….
If i am 80kg 181cm and i want this borde for small wave like 2.5ft wich size (size range)do i need?
Please send over your height in “ and your weight in pounds
@@surfnshowreviews7777 177 pounds 181 cm
@@surfnshowreviews7777 i am between advanced surfer to intermediate
It’s called a groveler but u didn’t grovel on it
Appears to have a restrictive release perhaps the buoyancy is causing this reaction.
The board looke stick to the wave.somtime its good .what is the difference ub xk tobv2? please
The BV2 is faster and more user friendly compared to UD XL. The UD XL will offer a little more high performance turns in the pocket due to its sleeker performance outline. The BV2 has a wider nose but it has more glide, and flies through flat spots. I highly recommend the BV2 with a Twin + Trailer set up.
@@surfnshowreviews7777 thanks champ. I wish u do Stacy raoch1.
BV2 or Pyzalien 2?
Same question I had lol
Sick
Noel great work however, my wallet is NOT sitting back and enjoying any of this!
Sorry bro… I’m just trying to help here.
Two “black vultures” spotted at 0:09
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