Lib Tech ...Lost Puddle Jumper Surfboard Review

[@elijahsavage8827]

I have this board but in a 5'5, im 6ft 150-160 or so and it rides great super smooth, its super tough and easy to ride

[@tvanb]

awesome, long review ! Looks like a sick board !

[@nelsonjrfuentes7093]

It's awesome that you ride this board here in El Salvador! Really good review, Cheers!

[@REALWatersports]

Nelson Jr Fuentes Thanks! Stay Stoked & enjoy surfing! - REAL Watersports

[@truriese1888]

can you try braking it to see how durable it is

[@matthewfrench7494]

Put LARGE AND FAT fins on the side, for Twin Fish status boards. Add the pivot fin or the small 2 trailers in the back. It is my GO TO in anything soft, couldn't stand it until I made the fin change.

[@artoficial1445]

best reviews point blank

[@aldolaborin7470]

I usually use 41 42 liters can a tech lib serve me the 39 liters ?? is it going to give me the same floatable

[@manifestmedia_co]

I got a tad weary when you said about the float but what size would you recommend for someone who is 5’8, 63kg, advanced surfer and I would be using it in 2ft - 5ft waves 🧐 thank you!

[@hgfs6479]

Pjhp 5’10

[@Lasierra700]

Awesome reviews , would you recommend this as a daily driver for central California ? I like the lazy toy , but I want a resistent board like the libtechs , I was also thinking on the lost rnf on libtechs, I'm a beginner intermidiate surfer , 160 lbs 5'11" , thanks a lot

[@Keith-od7ku]

Great review thanks!

[@tg5834]

Good review of 22" wide mini, mini mal.

[@KG_KG]

5"11" 195, 44 years old. Don't get out every weekend. What kind of volume should I be looking at...

[@REALWatersports]

Thanks for the info Kevin. What other boards have you been riding and how's your surfing when you do get out? Are you linking turns or still working on your pop up? Where are you surfing? Providing this extra info will get us the information needed to set you up with the right size.

[@KG_KG]

I've been surfing 9"2' boards this season. I used to skimboard Victorias mostly but as I get older I am over the running :) Most of the time I go out its ankle to maybe overhead in California. I basically go in the warm months mostly. I never have a problem getting up on longboards, but the few times I have used shorter boards I get frustrated and head right back to the long board. After watching many of your youtube videos it looks like these short, fat boards could be answer. oh i basically go down the line so I don't think I link turns. I can wave ride from skimming though which is going out to the wave and turning into a barrel or heading down the line. I hope this makes sense :)

[@REALWatersports]

Thanks for the info Keven. Go with the 6'1 www.realwatersports.com/lost-puddle-jumper-lib-tech-mbc-6-1 this will offer the float you're looking for to maximize wave count, while still being much more maneuverable than the longboards you have been riding. Hope you score some great waves soon!

[@zulupenman]

Great review fantastic work very impressive indeed this board looks like it’s going to really be an awesome all-round board. Just tell me one thing love your socks you wearing where do you get those from ?? are they something I can pick up or just standard striped short socks ? Cheers bro thanks so much greatly appreciated )) Andrew Penman EBoard Reviews

[@REALWatersports]

Hey Andrew, Thanks for your comment. Trip picks up all of his socks from the excellent selection at REAL Watersports www.realwatersports.com/collections/mens-socks This particular pair is by Stance.

[@surferbum618]

Thx for making the video! Will future fins fit on this board?

[@REALWatersports]

surferbum618 No, Futures will not work with this board. This board needs something that is compatible with FCS classic two-tab, you can see some of the fins that will work with this board here: www.realwatersports.com/surfing/fins?fin_system=427 hope this helps! -Chris Stellato REAL Watersports

[@surferbum618]

REAL Watersports Thx, your video made it pretty clear that those were the fins that would work with this board. Just wanted to be 100% sure. Thx again for the response and the video.

[@rfe5681]

How does this board compare to the CI High-5? What's your personal preference?

[@REALWatersports]

+R Fe Thanks for your question. Two very different boards overall. The High-5 is a hybrid fish design with a larger sweet spot (can put your feet anywhere), whereas the Puddle Jumper is a dedicated groveler that is designed to be surfed "locked and loaded" with your back foot over the traction pad. The surfer has some ability to dictate the style but overall you can think of the High-5 as drawing lines a little closer to a classic "fish" shape whereas the Puddle Jumper wants to be surfed like a "high-performance shortboard" even in tiny waves. Puddle Jumper will have the edge in smaller/weaker waves for sure. Hope this helps! -Chris Stellato +real watersports

[@nathaneastaugh417]

How much do you weigh? I'm 6'4 225-230lbs. I'm worried it's not enough volume for a groveller. Do they plan to do a 6'0 or 6'1? I notice they have that size in the UK.

[@REALWatersports]

+Nathan Eastaugh thanks for your question. First thing to note is that the Puddle Jumper is available in every size including custom order when you switch over to the PU/Poly constructions. Currently the Lib Tech versions are only offered in a set size run of 5 different sizes 5'3" - 5'11". Can you provide a little more info so we can make the perfect recommendation? 1- Is this a dedicated groveler (small wave sessions only), or do you want this board have more range when the surf is better? Where does this board fit in your quiver? 2- How would you describe your skill level? How often do you surf and how long have you been surfing? We'll look for your reply and get you dialed in to the perfect size! -Chris Stellato +realwatersports

[@nathaneastaugh417]

General FL waves, have another 6'4 21 2 3/4 40 L good wave board. Been surfing for 30 years. Want Lib Tech so it last longer. Twicw a week during winter.

[@REALWatersports]

+Nathan Eastaugh thanks for the extra info! Trip is approx. 220lbs and he loves his 5'11" Lib Tech for small-to-average waves. I think it will be ample float for you, but if you want to hit the easy button in small waves, you can always go with a 6'1" or 6'2" PU/Poly for a great volume boost. When you go with PU/Poly, you only sacrifice a small amount of durability over the Lib Tech, and the PU/Poly does have a really nice, lively flex pattern. Regardless of your board construction, if you treat it well and maybe get a day bag for it, it's going to last you a long time. Hope this helps! -Chris Stellato +REAL watersports

[@ronaldroodhart9825]

Help !! what is a better small wave board for me, I'm 180 lbs 43yrs surfing beach breaks. a lib tech 5.7-- 33,7 ltr Puddle jumper or a lib tech lost Short round 6.0 -- 34 ltr

[@REALWatersports]

+ronald roodhart Thanks for your question. Puddle Jumper is the dedicated small wave design so a better choice for what you're looking for. I'd go even bigger based on your body weight and this being a dedicated small wave board (I am 180lbs advanced 29y/o and my small wave boards are minimum 34.5L), so depending on skill level and paddle strength you should be looking at the 5'9" or maybe even 5'11" in this board. Hope this helps! -Chris Stellato +real watersports

[@ronaldroodhart9825]

+REAL Watersports A Big THANK YOU Cris!!!!!! . The 5.9 was all Ready Sold so know i knew why...

[@REALWatersports]

+ronald roodhart we have the 5'9" in stock and ready to rock here: www.realwatersports.com/lost-puddle-jumper-lib-tech-5-9

[@Offshore52]

+REAL Watersports Hi! Like your review and would also appreciate some help. I am 6'1 at 183lbs and intermediate (paddling green waves, going left and right, want to improve my turns now). I want to go for smaller waves with more or less power. Is this the right board for my skills and if so, would you recommend 5'9 or rather 5'11? Big thanks in advance!

[@REALWatersports]

+Offshore52 thanks for your question. For your weight and skill level, and because your goal is to do some better turns and maneuvers, 5'9" should be the right size for you. Hope this helps! -Chris Stellato +real watersports

[@_qazaar]

Thier own fin sytem? Why.

[@REALWatersports]

+Qais ' Zix Thanks for your question! The Lib Tech fin boxes are compatible with any two-tab (FCS classic) style fins. This style of fin is available from a variety of manufacturers. To view all fins that will work with the Lib Tech boards, check out this link: www.realwatersports.com/surfing/fins?fin_system=427

[@stillnessinmovement]

cause lib always builds their own stuff. the fin box is a lot lighter than the FCS system, and stronger.