Hypto Krypto Review - Still Worth It In 2023? 🏄‍♂️ (+ 4 Other Boards Options!) | Stoked For Travel

Thinking about buying a Hypto Krypto?
Well make sure you watch this first!
…including 4 other surfboards you should also check out!
There’s no denying the success of the Hayden Shapes Hypto Krypto - it was a groundbreaking board which has gone on to become the single best selling surfboard of all time.
But what made the Hypto Krypto such a global success and is it still worth adding one to your quiver in 2023? Here's my Hypto Krypto review - with everything you need to know.
I run through everything that made this board such a success, who its aimed at, what it’s capable of and also 4 other boards you should check out before parting with your hard earned cash!
✅ Why the Hypto Krypto was such a success
✅ Who the Hypto Krypto was aimed at
✅ The downsides of surfing the Hypto
✅ 4 other surfboards to consider
Have you ridden the Hypto Krypto or do you still have one? What’s your take on it - is it still worth it or are you now preferring a different surfboard under your feet?
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Chapters:
0:00 Hypto Krypto Review
0:11 Intro
0:41 Board Breakdown
2:05 Why It Went Global
4:35 Worth It In 2021?
6:22 DHD Black Diamond
7:02 Puddle Jumper HP
7:46 DHD Phoenix
8:38 Firewire Dominator 2
9:43 Final Thoughts
10:37 Useful Links
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[@StokedForTravel]

⬇️ Full chapter breakdown in the description but here are the main sections ⬇️ 0:41​ Board Breakdown 2:05​ Why It Went Global 4:35​ Worth It In 2021? 6:22​ DHD Black Diamond 7:02​ Puddle Jumper HP 7:46​ DHD Phoenix 8:38​ Firewire Dominator 2

[@haydenshapes]

Thanks for the review! A few things to note, we launched the Hypto Krypto it in 2007, Craig Anderson was first marketed riding the board in his Quiksilver Moments campaign in 2012 and we don't use pop out (moulded) production techniques, we actually build each board in Thailand in the same processes and materials as we do in our custom factory in Mona Vale, Australia 🤙

[@StokedForTravel]

no worries guys! Ah good to know - i'll make an update in my written review to reflect that :) Frothing on my HK Twin by the way, such a fun board!

[@ethanjones_]

@@StokedForTravel Would love to know your opinion regarding the differences/similarities between the thruster Hypto and Hypto twin!

[@StokedForTravel]

@@ethanjones_ really enjoyed the Hypto Twin, was super fun to surf! You can check out the full review here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIiboKiFg8qomNk

[@NickBoellner]

We appreciate the transparency as a brand 🤙🏽

[@robscanlan]

@@StokedForTravelthere’s a review of the Hypto Krypto done by Noel Salas on Surf’N’Show and he’s doing some really good turns with it.

[@mikuo7258]

I rode the my dads hydro krypto it was amazing. So I got one in my size in Christmas and it’s the best board I’ve ever had. Feels so good and alive. Also extremely responsive. Put your back foot on the tail pad feels like a performance short board. But if you adjust you back foot slightly higher than the tail pad feels like a twin fin. If haven’t rode this board. I would highly highly recommend it. 🌟

[@StokedForTravel]

Glad to hear you’re enjoying it! 🤙🤙

[@surfininmy40s]

Appreciate this comment...don’t knock it until you try it. Might pick one up soon

[@StokedForTravel]

@@surfininmy40s no doubt its still a really fun board! Let me know how you get on!

[@StokedForTravel]

@@ACBHR glad to hear it's lasted the distance and interesting on the twinny and trailer option - glad that's working for you and I could see how that would loosen it up a lot

[@marcosorourke4933]

HK goes insane with 2+1 agree; it loosens the board but still keeps all the good stuff, but that Dominator 2 surely looks fun as well! Having the 2 will be the way to go 😎🤙

[@scotnicos5383]

Dumpster diver was way before this & recon it was more landmark in regards to how much it changed board design and what people considered for their daily driver. Good vid as always mate 🤙

[@StokedForTravel]

I’ve still not managed to get my hands on one of those to test it out - how do you rate it now vs the other options out there? Stoked you like the video though 🤙

[@kmckenzie3614]

Hey Stocked for travel, great vid. I'm torn between buying the Hypto or the Dominator2.0. Which board is more stable? Especially for someone with a slow two stage pop up? Thanks mate.

[@StokedForTravel]

Glad you like it! Both boards feel pretty stable to be honest, but I would say the Hypto would be slightly more forgiving. The other one I'd add into the mix would be the Puddle Jumper HP. Let me know what you go with and how you get on!

[@carloslukather6658]

Great vídeo . I have the crypto And de puddle jumpereand deles exacly like you saidy. What do you think about the pyzel gremlin ??

[@StokedForTravel]

Glad you liked the video Carlos! I’ve only surfed the Gremlin as a JJF softboard - it was ok but nothing that really got me super stoked for it!

[@KillCamEditoR]

Hey ! Great comparison, I think there’s a lot of demand for this kind of content, please keep going !! Have you ridden the Sci Fi 2.0 ? How do you think it compares to the Dominator 2 ?

[@StokedForTravel]

Glad you liked it! Personally I haven’t ridden the Sci Fi, but a buddy who has ridden both felt like the D2 was a bit more versatile 🤙

[@ocean1141]

Hey, which fins (FCS) do you recommend for the DHD Black Diamond? Thank you!

[@StokedForTravel]

Hmmmm that really depends! What’s your weight, what type of waves will you be riding it in and are you going for thruster or quad setup?

[@quimlima]

Great review, nice to have a reviewer giving pros and cons! Most people believe giving the cons are bad advertise for the brand but no! Brands have lots of different models and when you have a full review with both aspects you can maybe go for a similar model with a different configuration. It's better to be educated on the real performance of the board than to get one, be disappointed and never buy anything else from that particular brand. Feedback: I'm 5'9, 70kg and surfed 5'4, 5'6 and 5'8 Hyptos. I would say that the 5'6 feels like the right one for me (in FF). I believe the 5'8 or even a 6'0 would be great as a short-performance-midlength if that exists, in PU. In FF 5'8 or above feels too much volume for my height/weight.

[@jpg1789]

I have the exactly same height and weight and I have a 5.6” for years. Possibly the best board I ever had. Took it to many countries.

[@lennartw4164]

this video is exactly what I needed. thanks!

[@StokedForTravel]

stoked it helped out - what board did you end up going with?

[@evadoes5820]

nice vid man! :) I am from the Netherlands and am surfing a 6'0 lib tech puddle jumper HP right now. Here the waves are a bit sloppy and around 1m most of the time and I found that I was using my 7'0 old NSP(simple but trusty beginner hardtop) more often because I am getting frustrated of missing waves to much. I also surfed a 6'0 catch skipper softtop which I really liked and shredded till it was leaking everywhere. I did like my puddle jumper HP in stronger bigger waves in spain and marocco. So I am a beginner - intermediate looking for a fun shortboard to learn on in sloppy dutch waves would the new JJF Funformance Gremlin or Astrofish be a great option for me? or are there better option? Fun, wave count and learning to make my own speed on a shortboard are my top 3 priorities.

[@StokedForTravel]

Hey Eva, glad you liked the video! Hmmmm tough one on the next choice of board! I’ve been testing out the JJF board (6’0 Gremlin, review coming soon!) and they’re really good fun and built solidly, much more so than the MF Softboards. I would say the Astro Fish is probably more what you’re after performance wise. The only downside to the JJF range is the price tag! The other option if you loved your NSP would be a shorter option in their range too, my friend had the fish and loved it! Let me know which you decide on! 🤙

[@evadoes5820]

@@StokedForTravel nice! I can't find a lot of reviews on them so cool to hear you will be making one, are you looking to make a review/comparison on the gremlin and astrofish or just the gremlin. My choice is on the jjf for sure but I am still (over)thinking if I should get the gremlin which has gotten good reviews and should still be easy enough or the fish which I could find no reviews of and should in theory be a bit more forgiving haha

[@StokedForTravel]

@@evadoes5820 indeed it should be live next week hopefully, just finished filming it today! At the moment I've only ridden the Gremlin, however I think the Astro-Fish would be more performance orientated with that outline and quad fin setup. It'll be faster for sure, but obviously handle much differently from the wider, thruster setup of the Gremlin. If you're looking for forgiving I think the Gremlin would be the better of the two :)

[@A-FrameWedge]

I don’t think good boards just become obsolete because some years have gone by.

[@StokedForTravel]

For sure - but there can also be other alternatives and potentially better options which become available

[@carlitoxbro10]

Hello Chris, nice video , which one of all these surfboard mentioned has the best power paddle, I’m 85 kg and 185 tall , I find myself struggling paddling so I am looking for a surfboard easy to paddle with a flatter rocket,so which one would suit me ? Thanks and keep doing such a good videos .

[@StokedForTravel]

Hey Carlos! Hmmm paddle power does depend on a few things - rocker is one as you correctly pointed out, but length also has a big influence too, so an option which requires a longer length to volume ration would in theory be a bit easier to paddle as well. And then of course is your fitness as well - which is a case of practice practice practice! Personally I found both the Hypto and Puddle Jumper really easy to paddle despite the lack of length, but the Dominator 2 is also super easy to paddle into waves as well. In all honesty, they should all be pretty similar and it's going to be more down to selecting the right length/volume for your skill level and paddle strength too.Let me know which one you go for!

[@adriansrfr]

@@StokedForTravel, that's an interesting observation that would make for a good video.

[@tonyduron5570]

Hey Carlos. Curious which board (and size) you went with. I’m in a very similar situation as you and considering same boards.

[@carlitoxbro10]

@@tonyduron5570 I did buy one yet I am still with my old and full of dents 6.6 with 38 L volume. Which I can catch medium size waves but as soon as I pop up the board doesn’t ride for a long time so it is definitely a buoyancy issue. The Summer is coming so I will definitely will go for a 7 or longer board with a low rocket and a 50+ Litres or there about. So it is basically your weight and skill level vs board buoyancy .

[@kyfisher3662]

what do you think of the ECS Bulldog and the Vessel Tajen?

[@StokedForTravel]

I haven't heard of the ECS before but having checked out the specs it looks fun, although certainly less volume v length ratio than most of the other options in the list. As for the Vessels, I'd steer clear of them as they're really badly made.

[@josealfonsodelreal1885]

I tried my friend’s 5’8 Hypto long time ago and honestly just couldn’t turn the board. Later i tried a 5’8 FW seaside which i think it has more volume and i felt it was much better. Decided to get 5’6 seaside and i am loving it.

[@StokedForTravel]

Glad you stoked on the Seaside Jose, such a fast and fun board!

[@eyalpolishook6486]

39 years in the water....huge amount of boards were under my feet...due to the "cooks board" statements i never tried it...until a year ago!! the fun and feeling on the water this board provide is second to none...no other board in the market can provide it!!it goes with a thruster much faster than other boards using twin or a quad...the FF eps tribute to the feel...just make sure not to oversize it since it will loose its magic. it must be lower than your height. .im 5'7 at 72 kg and ride the 5'6 at the age of 52.. go get one!!!

[@StokedForTravel]

Yewwwwww stoked to hear your having so much fun on it Eyal! 🤙

[@dbo4506]

Yeh this is very true. Oversize it and it can be a bit of a bus. But ive found the 5’10 at 6ft to be the perfect mix. Have had some super fun waves on a 5’8 too but 5’10 for me.

[@d-dog2106]

I am 5'9 and weigh 150 LBs. I have a 5'10 hypto krypto. My only regret about the board is not going smaller. I could easily be riding a 5'6 hypto. In my opinion the board shreds. I have heard people complain about their boards breaking but mine is fine and I take some stupid drops on solid shore breaks. I personally don't use a stomp pad. I have a 5 fin set up and regret that. You will never need a quad set up for it. The only condition my board does not excell in is a super choppy water. It is like a pin ball machine in the chopz. Key points -takes super steep drops -duck dives like a champ -paddle power is unmatched Sick vid brah.

[@StokedForTravel]

Thanks for the feedback Diego and stoked you like the video! Great to hear you're loving your Hypto - it certainly seems to be a love it or hate it board!haha! Indeed I'd say for your height and weight a shorter version would work really for you as well. Have you tested it as a quad as well or just sticking with the thruster?

[@d-dog2106]

Hell yea man, excellent content! I have ridden it as a quad fin set up on 8 foot + days... Like i said, i believe the quad is not really needed on the hypto. I have actually took it out on a 10-14 foot day as a quad set up and it works better as a tri-fin (personal opinion). But even on bigger days, i feel like the thruster is perfect because it allows for more turning capabilities while making puming down the line effortless. I also noticed that the quad setup up does not increase my speed, it just makes the board more stiff and harder to pump down the line. The quad set up also made it a little bit more challenging to have fun in the pocket of smaller waves. One of my favorite features about the hypto as a thruster is that you can drive the heel on the middle fin and make the board do whatever you want. However, that feeling was lost when i had it as a quad set up. But then again, maybe this is because i am riding a 5'10? I wonder if the quads make a big difference on a 5'4 or a 5'6. Craig ando did say the board was designed to be ridden way smaller than your standard short board I will be buying a 5'6 thruster in the future!

[@teacheralemelo]

Excellent video. I went to Byron Bay in January 2020

[@StokedForTravel]

Glad you like it! Hope you had a fun stay in the Bay! 🤙

[@mxmaniac05]

Great video, how does the firewire sunday fit in the picture? I am Beginner transitioning from long to first shorter board, 5ft 10 and 75kg

[@StokedForTravel]

Glad it helped! Sunday wise that’s a slightly different board all together with the fin setups it offers. As a slightly longer single fin with sidebites it could be a solid option, it works really well as a twin fin as well, but that’s not a fin setup I’d really recommend at your stage in progression. If you want to go down that route though it certainly has plenty of stability and paddle power 😊

[@MrPostmanNinja]

What's your thoughts about assymetric surfboards?? Of course there are the crazy ones from Album with the weird fin set-up, but I've heard some pretty good things about the Mayhem Mayssim. Cheers! Great content!

[@StokedForTravel]

Hey hey Guili, stoked you're liking the content! To be honest I still haven't got around to trying out an Asym but I have heard good things about them, I guess it depends how specialised you want to make your quiver!

[@hijkovanderlinden3223]

I used to have a Chilli rare bird. Very similar to the hypto, even better in my opinion.

[@StokedForTravel]

Oh nice! I’ll add that into the written guide as an alternative 🤙

[@ryanallen6443]

Good video and I agree with all the point you made about the Hypto, you just need to level the audio. With headphones on the titles are a fair bit louder than the segments where you are talking.

[@StokedForTravel]

Stoked you like the review Ryan and thanks for the editing feedback! Think I’ve got it tweaked on my latest video 😊🤙

[@ryanallen6443]

@@StokedForTravel Just watched the new video and you've nailed it now. I don't know how anyone could pay that much for boardshorts though. I wouldn't pay much more for a really good 4/3 wetsuit.

[@StokedForTravel]

@@ryanallen6443 Glad to hear it! yeah they're certainly pricey, but if you're using them constantly they're ridiculously comfortable!

[@grapsta]

Great video...I'm confused though... Why would a very good surfer enjoy a board that he hasn't done a turn on in 6 months . I can see that being ok for me as I'm not that good

[@3rdtonefromthesun]

FYI I feel that your videos seem to have a big volume discrepancy between the dialogue and music. It always catches me off guard! 🤪🤙

[@StokedForTravel]

Hahaha thanks for the heads up - had altered it but it didn’t seem to export correctly. I’ll make sure it’s fixed for next time! 😊

[@hugosantos6099]

mate... i]every single time i watch a video from the channel i think that to myself

[@sixfootplus]

Stating the pulled in tail offers alot of release, (which generally round/ pin tails don't ) . .. And then saying it's not great for turns. 🤷‍♂️

[@StokedForTravel]

Yeah that’s a mistake on my part, I was meant to say pivot (as in a smoother tail to rail transition) but totally forgot to edit it out 😫

[@springfieldbearpatrol2937]

I was in Waikiki and rented the Hypto for a Kaisers session. It had more volume than I normally ride but well suited for the spot & conditions. I was pretty amazed at this board. Caught everything and I found it, let’s say: ‘user friendly. ‘ The top-to-bottom comment in the vid caught my attention as my one critique was the lack of tail release. Why not chop that tail and make a version with a squash? Otherwise great board.

[@StokedForTravel]

Glad to hear you had fun on it! Certainly a wave catching machine! They have also now released the Holy Hypto which looks like it could be pretty epic, I’ll have to review one soon!

[@silvanhabegger]

what do you think it compares to the new Pyzel miniGhost? It looks very promising, crazy what Koa Smith is doing with it

[@StokedForTravel]

Been testing out the mini ghost recently and the Hypto is certainly going to paddle better. Mini Ghost needs a bit more shape and about chest high upwards to really get going and I did notice quite quickly the difference the slimmer width made.

[@silvanhabegger]

@@StokedForTravel Did you test the squash or the round tail? Wounder if the round tail can still go top to bottom and if the squash holds in bigger and more hollow waves. Koa surfed it in quite big hollow waves, but maybe he had both versions on his africa trip. For sure he had the squash tail.

[@StokedForTravel]

@@silvanhabegger I tested out the squash as it has a better all round day to day range. My buddy has the round tail and it needs a little more shape to get it going but is better in bigger conditions. Seems like both surf well top to bottom though

[@aquaticwombat4570]

Had one want another love it

[@StokedForTravel]

Glad to hear you’re enjoying it! What fin setup were you using it with?

[@hounddog7256]

Great videos... 👍

[@StokedForTravel]

Thanks heaps! Glad you enjoyed them 🤙😊

[@digbypowell6208]

Churring from NZ , up the mighty Hypto Krypto i have my old 5”6 tucked away, Surfed it through the Winter in the south Island , great wee board used to get into waves pretty early , was my introduction into “volume in your surf board is your freind” shakaas from Nz 🤙🏼 progresed from that to and old single fin, now going to be testing a 8”1 shakaaz from Nz oneday we ride 🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@StokedForTravel]

Stoked to hear you’re enjoying it and that it still has a spot in your quiver! How do you find it in terms of top to bottom performance though, or do you enjoy it more as a board to cruise on? 🤙

[@digbypowell6208]

Stoked For Travel yas bro Stoked to have it in the quiver still , and in reply to your question, i brought the hypto 5 years ago and now im a bit heavyer so would have to be a good size crispe swell for me to take out the ol hypto for a good send , its been a while to be honest and yeah top to bottom preformance yeah the flat rocker i found was good for cutting some lines down some swells , was good pumper board too , quite skatey , easy enough to duckdive and good volly under the chest for padding, but yeah all n all will hold onto it to pass onto the Grommyz one day 🤙🏼

[@jpg1789]

Great review despite the fact that maybe you’ve never got the magic from Hypto. I believe you can’t see the magic of this board on a 5.11”size. There is a fine tuning the board asks for and that depends on the ratio size board/size wave. This board makes magic. Once that being said your review is great for a quiver based on those who love the Hypto. The boards you described look amazing and made me feel trying them.

[@StokedForTravel]

Glad you liked the review and you’re enjoying the Hypto! What size are you riding?

[@SamuT79]

Hello , thanks for your videos I am 1'84 and 80 kg ( intermediate level )...and looking for a 5'9 Jumper puddle 38 Liters Do you think is a good óption for me? And why do you prefer dominator 2 VS Jumper puddle?

[@StokedForTravel]

Hey ST, stoked you're liking the videos! Indeed the 5'9 PJHP would be a solid shout for you. In terms of that v the D2, the D2 has a bigger wave range (espeically bigger conditions) and is more performance based, so it depends where in your quiver you want it to sit :)

[@SamuT79]

@@StokedForTravel yewww I have just seen your review about the D2.....I think is a better choice than the JP...because of the Range of conditions It can handle. I am Looking for a second hand board D2.... 6 or 6'1 And what do you think about the spitfire vs D2? Thanks for your help!!

[@StokedForTravel]

@@SamuT79 glad that video helped out! Personally I went 6'1, but both would be a solid choice, espeically if you're trying to grab one second hand. I actually haven't ridden the Spitfire, but from what I understand it's a higher performance, bigger wave option, so the D2 would be the best pick for what you're looking for

[@SamuT79]

@@StokedForTravel finally, I have found a second hand spitfire 6'0....34'9 Liters very similar to D2 ( could not find any second hand D2) I Hope is going to be a good óption. I ll tell you how it works. The Tails are the main diference between them (spitfire has more "grab" in turns...) and maybe D2 has a bit more paddling but both boards are very similar according to the KZbin videos

[@StokedForTravel]

@@SamuT79 happy days! Enjoy!

[@netybar7136]

Thanks mate !

[@StokedForTravel]

Hope it helped you with you next quiver addition!

[@andrewiida3802]

Dominator over the glazer for similar board??

[@StokedForTravel]

Dominator everytime! Wasn't a huge fan of the Glazer to be honest

[@chrisoneill1991]

Been surfing a Hypto for years and disagree with your comment about them not turning well. Yes, they are so fast it is tempting to cruise, but of you get it on the rail and push you can do super hard turns. I've surfed it in very solid conditions in a range of waves and I surf it in practically everything now from double OH reefs to chest high beaches. There is a lot of volume so maybe you surfed one that was too big?

[@StokedForTravel]

Fair play Chris, stoked to hear it’s working well for you. I guess a lot of it comes down to the way people surf individually too, but for me it didn’t feel like it wanted to be surfed like that and in comparison to other boards I’ve tested and have even more so. It certainly seems like this board divides a lot of opinion hey?!

[@theweddingdjs8737]

I am on my 3rd Hypto and believe I will always have this board in my quiver, hands down my favourite board. I must agree Chris, the board turns great and I have had some of my best sessions the past few years on it. I way the same as weights as the gent in the review and think the reason for his not being able to turn the board it is way over volume, at 5’11 for a guy who weights less than 80 kg’s that’s wild, I went from a 5”8 to a 5”9 this year and I surf with a full suit & booties in Cape Town, he won’t be doing many turns on that over sized board. The fact that he ends with “alternative/better boards” makes me feel there is an agenda. The Hypto rocks, order with plenty of volume, but it’s supposed to be surfed a few inches shorter than your standard board in order to get the result HS was aiming for.

[@khasenst]

What do you think of the HS Loot in comparison to the Hypto?

[@StokedForTravel]

Personally I haven't tested out the Loot, but it does seem to lend itself to more peformance

[@garylugg9860]

had the hypto krypto up until recetly . loved it . but went and got myself a DHD Black Diamond and love that even more..wondering what will be next to progress on to. Perhaps the Dominator 2 ?

[@StokedForTravel]

Thanks for the feedback Gary! What made you like the BD more out of interest? D2 is a great option - the new Hayden Holy Hypto might also be worth checking out too!

[@garylugg9860]

@@StokedForTravel hey there Had the original Dom a few years ago and loved it DHD BD in a size and litre that suited and a good looking board to hold No regrets Had a lost pyscho killer that I enjoy also but was PU and really enjoying the BD in epoxy

[@Hayden-sp1ol]

Very impressed with Hypto.......until it snapped on a 2-foot floater. Went and bought 2nd Hypto .....yes it was that good. But .....it also snapped. Sooo in the market for a stronger board. They cant handle aggressive maneuvers, they snap. But SICK board!!

[@StokedForTravel]

glad you enjoyed the Hypto! What construction were yours?

[@jakedavid2523]

good video. how much do you weigh?

[@StokedForTravel]

Glad you like it Jake! Hope it helped you out! I weigh roughly 82kg, but I do opt for a tad extra volume 😊

[@adamliptak]

Thanks for the video, this is exactly the question on my (lower or mid-intermediate surfer) mind. Keen to see more comments below.

[@StokedForTravel]

No worries, hopefully it helped! One other thing I forgot to mention is that aside from the Dominator all the other boards mentioned are a good chunk of change cheaper too! If you're riding up to head high waves at the moment I'd say the Puddle Jumper HP is a great transitional board for turns and dropping lower, with the Dominator 2 as the next step from there 🤙

[@Nordic_Hell]

@@StokedForTravel what are you thoughts on the Pyzel Phantom for the same types of waves?

[@StokedForTravel]

@@Nordic_Hell I haven't personally surfed the Phantom yet (review in the works) but from the dims and outline and some input from a friend who has one - it's certainly going to have a solid amount of performance and be a good transition for those pushing their turns. It's not quite as high volume and more rocker - so wave count wont be as high as say the Hypto or Puddle Jumper.

[@Nordic_Hell]

@@StokedForTravel awesome. Look forward to your review.

[@joaoharteley8041]

@@StokedForTravel would you say the glazer fits the alternatives in the context of those wanting to improve on their turns?

[@dbo4506]

Ando isn’t a top to bottom surfer. It’s just not really how he likes to surfs mate. I’ve had two hyptos now and I see them in the water everyday and heaps of people surf the. Top to bottom. They just take some getting used to if you’re used to a standard performance board. Front foot placement is key with it when surfing top to bottom. Front foot needs to be a touch further forward then usual.

[@StokedForTravel]

Cheers for the feedback and stoked to hear you’re loving yours. Just wasn’t the board for me. Very pleasantly surprised with the Hypto Twin though, if you like your Hypto I’d highly recommend checking that out as well 🤙

[@MrRobinski]

I have a board based off the dhd phenox and its super fun and rad with 2 plus one set up.

[@StokedForTravel]

stoked to hear it's going well for you Troy! How does it handle in bigger stuff?

[@MrRobinski]

@@StokedForTravelgood but just limited by paddle power, thinking a slightly narrower and thicker would help for this.

[@StokedForTravel]

@@MrRobinski the best remedy for that is practice, so get in there and paddle paddle paddle!

[@marcosorourke4933]

Hi Chris! when is ready the video for the HK twin?

[@StokedForTravel]

Should be live in a few days - but you can check out my written review already on my site: www.stokedfortravel.com/review-hypto-krypto-twin-haydenshapes/

[@marcosorourke4933]

@@StokedForTravel Great, already did, super helpful and honest, is appreiated a lot, keep up the good work Chris!

[@StokedForTravel]

No worries, hope it helped your decision making process! Super fun board actually, I was pretty impressed! Video filming is wrapped up, will be live on Tues 🤙

[@kylehasenstab9186]

How would you compare the hypto to the loot?

[@StokedForTravel]

hey Kyle - unfortunately I haven't tested out the Loot yet, so can't really compare them

[@rodbarrett1581]

The hypto won't turn or do figure 8 wraps?? Noel Salis , " Hold my beer".

[@StokedForTravel]

Hahah, he surfed it well to be honest! For me that board didn’t feel like it wanted to be surfed that way, especially by the average, everyday surfer. Let’s be honest you could put Noel on most boards and he’d rip. For me (as a pretty average surfer) I felt the other boards felt much better underfoot and my surfing certainly benefited in riding them over the Hypto. All comes down to what you want to achieve and your surf level

[@luke9911]

I use a 6’8 in soft version and a softech mystery box 5’3. That’s basically it.

[@StokedForTravel]

Sounds like a good combo! 🤙

[@jonathanpowell1673]

You should have tried the Cymatic!!! That board is a game changer!

[@StokedForTravel]

It's on my list of boards to try out! What did you like about it so much?

[@blackrockgeo68]

Yes more high performance, but much better wave count on a Hypto.

[@aquilaphotofilm]

Great vid, definitely think Hayden needs to come out with a hypto 2.0 😂 Good other options and great info on how it feels under the feet in bigger waves. I’d still get it though over the others for when I’m in a cruisy surf mood.

[@StokedForTravel]

Hahaha yeah could be a good move - although I think that’s what he was trying with the Holy Grail model? Indeed it’s still a good option for high wave count and cruisey high lines for sure

[@sharkfinsurfchannel]

The hypto step up is the next version.

[@StokedForTravel]

@@sharkfinsurfchannel need to check that one out!

[@waves7250]

The first high volume short board was shaped by Geoff McCoy...

[@StokedForTravel]

Indeed he’s done some solid designs over the years, the Hypto was the first to really roll out on a global scale though

[@waves7250]

yeah look i can't argue with that

[@DanVal4]

My cousin had one. I rode it a bunch, didn't really like it at all. I understand the appeal and have a mate who loves his, but I just found it to have too much volume, too far forward for me. I just found it too 'catchy' and not very good in the pocket or top to bottom.

[@StokedForTravel]

Indeed, for some people it’s exactly what they need, for others it just doesn’t suit their style or needs. That’s the thing about boards, everyone has different preferences! 🤙

[@grapsta]

I've heard the bigger Kryptos are not as good...ie as a board for surfers over 95kg

[@gordonflash3698]

I believe the hypto krypto was introduced way before 2015.

[@StokedForTravel]

Yeah, bit of a mistake on my part 🤙

[@mattclem382]

Board of the year in 2011-13?

[@leighmhowarth2128]

Found this so useful : )

[@StokedForTravel]

Glad it helped! 🤙

[@leighmhowarth2128]

@@StokedForTravel Yay! Weirdly, I'm still drawn to the hypto krypto...I've never had a board smaller than 8ft..

[@StokedForTravel]

For some people it’s a really fun and solid option (check out the positive comments for some feedback) so it really depends what you’re looking for in a board and how you want to surf 🤙

[@littlerubster]

As a northern beaches local I'll testify that HS boards are considered the kook special, or Italian backpackers board of choice. Hodad Surfboards.

[@StokedForTravel]

hahaha well this is something I was going to mention but felt like that was going to bring up a whole host of arguments 😂

[@littlerubster]

@@StokedForTravel And can't go past Tomo boards

[@shaunjej1855]

Man....I bought the Zephyr Eco tech hybrid. What a piece of rubbish. Same theory as these boards but no rocker, bad glass job, heavy and basically a boat. I wish I had of seen this first. I was trying to replace my Aloha Bean, which is very similar to the HC. Spewing.

[@StokedForTravel]

Oh savage Shaun, sorry to hear that! Might be worth seeing if you can sell it second hand and pick up something better, there’s nothing worse than a board you hate riding!

[@ncncam23]

I went through a Firewire phase. I just cant again.

[@StokedForTravel]

What you riding now Nico?

[@ncncam23]

@@StokedForTravel a 6'0" toy x from super brand and I just picked up a 6'1" driver 2.0 from lost. Don't get me wrong I loved the dominator 1.0 but Firewires always delaminated in the weirdest ways. They rode well for a short period of time idk.. maybe I'd try this 2.0 in a demo. I read this wants a quad more and I generally ride thrusters

[@ncncam23]

@@StokedForTravel great video though

[@StokedForTravel]

Nice! The Driver 2.0 looks heaps fun, especially in LightSpeed. For sure the D2 prefers the quad setup, I’ve also ridden it as a twinny with a trailer which was good up to head high. Not a fan of thrusters myself so haven’t really tested that out in it yet

[@ctrguy9502]

You mean “1 QUIVER BOARD”, not “1 board quiver” right?? Pls man. 🥴🤙

[@StokedForTravel]

Nope, defo meant 1 board quiver, pretty common phrase when people are aiming for a board than can handle a large spectrum of conditions and wave heights.

[@ctrguy9502]

@@StokedForTravel sure bra, I’m the kook!.. tomaytoe/tomaatoe eh?? “1 quiver board” = 1 whole quiver satisfied by 1 board… “1 board quiver” = 1 board that satisfies a quiver 🤪🤪🤪🤙🤙🤙

[@StokedForTravel]

@@ctrguy9502 indeed same same ☺ wasn't calling you a kook or anything, thought you might be having a pop at my phrasing!haha!

[@mattclem382]

If I was going surf drunk, I would choose the hypto every time. The rails on the nose never catch. Speed and ease rail to rail is unmatched. I think the criticisms of this board are voiced more strongly then the actual performance downsides because it is so popular. It is a little slower to go vertical, because of the widepoint forward. Dan Mann's spitfire, is snappier in the lip because of the wide point further back. But the hypto's smoothness rail to rail is superior. Any doubts on the performance check out Jake Kelly's video "4min on a 5'4 hypto" or something like that. Insane.

[@StokedForTravel]

hahaha absolutely loved your opening statement Matt 😂 Indeed for a lot of experienced surfers the popularity of the board is almost a negative in itself so I agree that its almost a victim of its own success in that way. Personally I'm hooked on the Dominator 2 now and my go to board of choice for most days!

[@mattclem382]

@@StokedForTravel I'm also enjoying the spitfire and the Evo. My spitfire and hypto are both 5'6, same dims and liters which has been cool to see how the placement of wide point affects the ride. Spitfire is snappier, but the hypto has that good feeling glide and user friendliness. I was thinking of making a video on the subject, so I was stoked to see yours. My current quiver is the seaside for small stuff and the Evo/spitfire when it's a little bigger. If I had to pick one board for everything it would be a tough choice between the spitfire and hypto. I want to try the dom2 of course!

[@StokedForTravel]

@@mattclem382 indeed there are lots of elements that can make a big difference to how the board rides even if the main measurements (size and litres) are same same. I haven't ridden the Spitfire myself but sounds like a fun option too. Definitely make a video - I'd be keen to check it out!