Pyzel "Mini Ghost" Surfboard Review Ep 125

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In this episode I put the Pyzel "Mini Ghost" through the paces.
Board DIMS:
Stock EPS/Epoxy Squash Tail
5'4" x 18 5/8 x 2 3/8 (25.80L)
Custom PU/Poly Round Tail
5'5" x 18 5/8 x 2.40 (26L)
My Height 5'9" (175.26cm) and weight 165 lb (74.84 kg)

[@octaviomesquita4592]

I call the MG Round Tail the barrel hunter. It’s fast and loves a steep clean face no matter the size of the wave. If the wave is throwing a lip, most likely you can get covered. However, the board hates a flat section or fat waves. It’s an extremely fun board in the right conditions. This is my experience at least, I hope it helps someone considering buying this board.

[@john2097]

Shorter boards suit your style and narrow stance. Clear difference between the squash and round tail. Great review, nice work.

[@jorgeandrescoppiano.5715]

You surfed great on this one. Fast, smooth, and aggressive.

[@sweetpotato6218]

I keep on comparing your rides to the one when you reviewed the NB2. That was your best. This looks good as well.

[@brentontaylor9191]

I've watched this review countless times over the last few months, today I finally picked one up. I cant wait to get it in the water!

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

🔥🔥🔥

[@brentontaylor9191]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 took it out today for the first time and was stoked, it was only 2-3ft, I dropped a fair bit of volume getting this board (I usually road a 6’0 Seaside or glazer) but I was pleasantly surprised. It’s definitely going to help take my surfing to the next level 🤙🏼

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

@@brentontaylor9191 I like to hear that. Good choice

[@soulsurfer3102]

@@brentontaylor9191 how mg in 3_6 waves?please

[@brentontaylor9191]

@@soulsurfer3102 I’ve taken it out in 3-5 and it’s been pretty good, I feel I could have gone a size down if I really wanted to.

[@seblatapie]

Absolutely ripping. Board suits you so well. Happy I ended up with a NB3, but if this video was out when I made the decision, would have had a much harder time!

[@ccozzarelli]

Maybe a dumb question but a raked fin on the squash tail will give me a "similar" turn (more rounded) as the round tail let's say with "neutral" fins?

[@nepi178]

Slightly off topic, but the music in your reviews always rocks !!! 😎 🤘

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Cheers!!!

[@JasonHagedorn]

Would you say the MG squash could be a decent daily driver if the waves are mostly in the 1/2 up to 5/6 feet range :)?

[@fernandosaboia6902]

Hey Noel! Great review. What's the difference between MG squash and CI happy evereday? Looks like the same board. Tks

[@danielbiven434]

Arakawa Half Pint looks similar to this with more hip. Would love to hear your thoughts on that board!

[@joaoacolonnezi6493]

Ive got this board as my daily driver. Been surfing with it for a couple months. From my experience it is an extremely fun board when the waves are glassy and more hollow (at least 3 ft) If you buy one MG, even in the squash tail set, for surfing on messy average, fat waves, it is not going to go well, the board feels stuck and got no drive in these conditions, this board is not a groveller, it asks good waves. Put that on your mind when ordering it. Now that Ive got my board for good pumping waves, been looking for a real groveller now 😂

[@bodhitree33]

Backhand looks good on this board.

[@axxit2402]

Appreciate you and your bro! Time for a blooper/gag real of you, Aaron and behind the scenes hijinxs from the beginning. Btw- of all your vids from the BunnyChow til now, I never seen you push the tail harder than on the MG...imo.

[@simo7270]

Ripping Noel ! Board suits you , some solid turns !. Epic Review . Ordered a 5'6 from the Surfboard Empire ...hopefully arrives next week ...Yew

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Yewww

[@simo7270]

This Mini Ghost is the best board ..EVER !

[@vietenduro]

Love your board reviews! I am looking for a board for 2-4' waves, would you go with a Chilli BV2 or a Mini Ghost squash? Both boards seem awesome and they were both favorites of yours, but if you had to pick one?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

For performance surfing in the pocket I would go Mini Ghost. For small wave shredding with more speed down the line and better paddling I would go BV2

[@wesleychapman9001]

Great review Noel. How did EPS compare to PU in terms of responsiveness, flow, and overall enjoyment? I don't think you mentioned that aspect and would love your thoughts. Cheers

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

In 1-3’ surf I always prefer EPS/Epoxy for that extra pop and projection through turns. The Squash Tail offered great flow and felt good in overhead surf…. Due to the clean conditions. For 4-7’ surf I prefer PU/Poly and the Round Tail felt solid in bigger surf with good flow too.

[@kazthompson6967]

Hey Noel, I have the IF72 (5’11 28L) and it goes well in 2-5 feet nicely and the untitled from your review way back! and it gos well in 1-4 feet, and the fever (5’11, 27.6L) however when I ride more critical waves (barreling) 2-6feet I’m getting in late, is the mini ghost, or shadow a good option, I’m also looking to go up in a litre as well.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Shadow or Ghost in hollow overhead surf.

[@marieaugier8128]

Hey Noel, amazing review as always !!! I’m looking for a board to step down my fever ... any suggestions ?(open to any fins setup) thx legend !

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The Mini Ghost Squash tail is an amazing step down from your Fever. I liked the Mini Ghost best as a Thruster with my Neutral Template fins in 2-6’ surf. Check them out here…. www.shopsurfnshow.com/collections/all/products/surf-n-show-neutral-thruster-set You can also shred the Squash MG as a Quad… www.shopsurfnshow.com/collections/all/products/momentum-series-5-fin-set

[@pokerisbananas5734]

Hey Noel. Not your typical question, but after watching you shred so consistently the past couple of months since I discovered your channel, I'm curious now as to what you do out of water to stay in such great shape and avoid injuries. WHAT IS THE SECRET? Thanks man for all the content you put out for us.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

To be honest.. I stay in shape by surfing 4-6 days a week, eat healthy, and stretch daily. I focus stretching my hips, and lower back.

[@aguabonita100]

This board looks rad. I like flat decks and hips. I'm 6'2" and 175lbs - intermediate surfer looking for a daily driver. Also 50 years old and wear a 4/3 most of the year so a bit of extra float is good for me. Thinking of ordering a custom 6'1" x 20.25 x 2 7/16 daily driver for weirdo reef waves and beach breaks. Want to hit about 33L +/-. Any thoughts appreciated and thanks for the review. Thin and wider boards tend to work best for tall, lanky folks like me.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Well the MG is not wide and thin… and it’s a bit on the shorter side. I think you can stretch it out a bit and keep the volume close to your favorite HPSB or Daily Driver. I suggest stretching a custom in length 1-2” keeping the width similar to the closest stock dims and maybe thin it out a bit. If that doesn’t work then have a look at the Phantom.

[@aguabonita100]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 Thanks!

[@bfons006]

Great review. Thank you for the awesome content. Between the mini ghost and the sub driver 2.0, which do you think is a better all rounder? I live in South Florida and surf central florida all the time. I also travel to Nica and Brazil about once a year for some better waves. Any major things about the two I should know about? I'm 6'1 173lbs and usually surf with boards around 30L. The mini ghost stock dims would put me at a board that is 5'9 (30.5L) vs the sub driver 2.0 5'11 with 29.25L. Any advice? Thank you so much!

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

I like the MG Squash better. The wider tail block Carrie’s way more speed down the line and from turn to turn. It’s also quicker in the pocket due to being shorter in length. For me the MG Squash without a doubt.

[@bfons006]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 Thank you for your quick and helpful response! I've never surfed anything shorter than 5'11 due to my height that's why I was considering the Sub driver 2.0 but I guess I will give the 5,9 MG a try. No local shops carry them so I appreciate your feedback.

[@silvanhabegger]

I thinking to take either a 6‘2 mini ghost or phantom XL on a year surftrip. Both have around the same liters. What would you recommend more? I thought about a round mini ghost so I can progress an play around with different fin setups if i want to loose it up or give mor speed. Squash seems to be the better daily driver but not sure if it holds up if I end up on good reef breaks with decent sizes. Or would you have another board in mind that you would take on a surftrip and you dont know where it will take you

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The MG Round Tail is a good 1 board choice

[@hughlawson5399]

thanks noel i've been waiting for this review. that beak is sexy. is the bottom on the pin tail double inside a single concave to light v off the tail? i loved the feel of that bottom on the original ghost.

[@rodrigopinheiro6613]

Which board has the better lower wave range? Rocket wide or Mini ghost?

[@bushkey]

Thanks Noel. Phantom Vs Mini Ghost for daily driver in SoCal? I have the phantom and wondering if I shoud be FOMO'ing in on the MG? 🤙🏻

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The MG Squash Tail surfs small waves better due to it being shorter. The wider tail block on the MG Squash carries more speed down the line and the hip offers quicker pivot top to bottom compared to the Phantom. The MG Round Tail offers more hold and traction due to tail shape and the tail being narrower than the Phantom. The MG also has a bit more tail rocker compared to the Phantom. I noticed both MG sleds surfing top to bottom better than the Phantom. When the waves are 5-7’ then you might like the extra rail line of your Phantom better.

[@bushkey]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 thanks for the time!

[@dronixe9330]

Epic surfing on that board Noel, and great review! I am curious, which one did you prefer between the dominator II and the squash mini-ghost in OH surf? Cheers

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

In Overhead surf I like the Dominator 2 better compared to the Squash MG. Easier to sink the rail quickly and more hold in the pocket. The MG Squash is faster down the line.

[@barnabyflynn965]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 what about the round tail MG compared to the Dominator two in overhead surf please?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

@@barnabyflynn965 MG round tail might surf the bigger waves a little better. More hold with the round tail

[@edcruz11]

Aloha Noel, Is the volume written on a Pyzel board the volume before or after the fin boxes are put in? Mahalos

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

I think before

[@riles1088]

Do you think the round tail mini ghost in electralite tech would drop it into a 2-6ft wave range? After a daily driver, and love round tails and at 192cm 85 kg. I just destroy any lighter PU glassing boards within 3 months. Could even run it as a 2+1 to grovel in the EPS?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Yes, it will go mental. Especially in 2-4’ surf. If the waves are 4-6’ and bumpy it might be a little harder to control but I agree with your thoughts on PU being easy to destroy quickly. I say go EPS

[@MrBillybr0wn]

Hey noel , I have a phantom and i love it on good medium size clean waves , but i need a board for smaller punchy beach and reef breaks on low tide , i was thinking for the mini ghost but apparently where i am i can only find the round tail , what do u think of the round tail as quad for the waves i want it ? Also , u think the overlap would be too much ? Thanks my man 🙏🙏

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The MG round tail will go good but the Squash tail will work better

[@12jasroxy]

5-10”. 190 lbs… you’re speaking my language! I currently have the CI Neckbeard 3, 6’0” and I absolutely love it. This board like you said at 6’2” sounds an awful like that which is right where I wanna be. Thank you for all the great recommendations.

[@malekohhh]

Thought the exact same thing! 5’10”, 195, 37/38L. Glad to hear relatable recommendations!

[@rzadigi]

I’m tall and 190lbs. I ordered a custom through my brother who gets Pyzel boards at cost. So Pyzel put together the dims for me and it came out at 6’2 at 36 liters. It screams in fast steep waves.

[@Goldbeardo]

Hey Noel, great review. I'm getting a new Pyzel for summer in San Diego for zippy chest high beach break, usually get up and go as fast as possible and get off one or two turns before close out section. Looks like the choices are Mini Ghost Squash, Gremlin and Astro Pop. I'm at 27-28 liters so 5'5 or 5'6" in one of these three boards. Which would you chose and what fin set up, thruster or quad and type of fin. Thanks for all the reviews - love them.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

For more HP turns I say Mini Ghost Squash as Quad. For Groveler speed I say AP with Twin + Trailer or Quad.

[@Goldbeardo]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 Thank, Noel!

[@amydale2315]

Hey Noel. Sick review. I am trying to decide between the mini ghost or the Inferno 72. Both look super fun, but the Inferno keeps sticking out. My hang up is that I surf in really cold water so need some extra volume, therefore usually between 31 and 32 liters. That pushes me into a 6'0 Inferno or a 5'10 mini ghost. I'm 5'11 and don't love surfing boards longer than me. Should that push me into the MG or get that hangup out of my head? Plan on using from thigh high to slightly head.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

I say Mini Ghost Squash… I don’t like longer boards in those size waves either. They feel long and my turns are delayed. I say MG without a doubt

[@marieaugier8128]

How would you compare it to the RW squash and the dominator 2 ? Which is better in the low end range ? Have a great day Noel

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

My MG Squash tail coming at 5’4” makes it more maneuverable in smaller surf compared to the RW Sq Tail. Both carry similar speed but the MG offers quicker pivot in transition due to the Hip and shorter rail line. The D2 is stock 5’4” for me too so with the hip so similar performance in the pocket but I think the D2 has a little more entry rocker and narrower tail block… so the MG Squash tail might be a tad faster down the line. The D2 is smoother rail to rail with better flow as a Quad and twin + trailer but not as a Thruster. I like the D2 better in 4-6’ surf compared to the MG Squash… the D2 is more sensitive on rail but only as a Quad.

[@konamedina3336]

I’m 5’10 and 140 pounds I’ve been looking for a good board for head high and up waves, whats some of your favorite boards you would recommend for those conditions.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Mini Ghost is a Favorite, Phantom, Inferno 72, Rocket Wide Squash, NB3, Dominator 2. Driver 2.0.

[@FrTav]

Just curious, after reviewing 100+ boards what’s your daily driver when you’re not reviewing boards?

[@gareth747]

I also wonder that?

[@brba1325]

Rumor has it, Firewire Chumlee. 🤣

[@barnabyflynn965]

I’ve got jjf techflex. These would suit a round tail MG the same as a regular ghost yes? Do you recommend Akila Aipa future twins for smaller days? Which title tail fin did you use too with the twins? Thank you.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Your JJF’s will work good in the MG. For Twin + Trailer I recommend my Pivot Twins + 1. Check them out here and you will see the difference between mine and some of the other popular options. www.shopsurfnshow.com/collections/all/products/twin-fins-p-twin-1

[@barnabyflynn965]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 thank you. I’ll have a look.

[@nickpanning3338]

hey noel, do you think the mini ghost squash tail would be a good board for airs in comparison to the NB2?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Absolutely

[@Blazerelf]

Great review; how does this boars differ from a pyzel phantom?

[@TheTestkind]

Pyzel stated that the Mini Ghost sits somewhere between the Phantom and the Gremlin. So it should grovel a bit better and i think it is supposed to be surfed a bit shorter than the Phantom.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The MG Squash Tail surfs small waves better due to it being shorter. The wider tail block on the MG Squash carries more speed down the line and the hip offers quicker pivot top to bottom compared to the Phantom. The MG Round Tail offers more hold and traction due to tail shape and the tail being narrower than the Phantom. The MG also has a bit more tail rocker compared to the Phantom. I noticed both MG sleds surfing top to bottom better than the Phantom.

[@rawsqd]

Do you still find the Pyzalien 2 to be the best 1 board quiver Pyzel offers, or does the MG round tail offer more variety? -Cheers

[@GameStrata]

This is the question right here!

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The MG has a better small wave range and the P2 has a better top end wave range.

[@user-hd7uq3ld6o]

Hi Noel, amazing video!!! How’s it compared to the Pyzelian2?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The Squash tail offers a bit more speed in smaller waves with a little more release and pivot

[@benblank9362]

Love your channel, keeping us excited about new boards! How does the Mini Ghost squash compare to the Lost Rad Ripper? I'm looking for more mellow feel than a HPSB, but still want a bit of performance (I'm an intermediate, mostly surf beach breaks like Blacks in San Diego). Thanks man - best wishes for your full recovery!

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Cheers… the MG offers way more speed and flow compared to RR. The RR is pretty good but not a Favorite of mine…. It’s a little sticky on rail as a Thruster, but fun as a Quad. The MG shreds as a Thruster and Quad.

[@ronaldcachoo]

I have the pyzelien 2 5’8 for a year now and i feel like its a bit too much volume for me. Im 5’6 150-155lbs, for hallow reef breaks 2-6ft, which pyzel board would you recommend? Mini ghost or shadow? Or just getting the puzelien 2 but at like 25l?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Mini Ghost squash

[@invistacompeu5292]

Got an astro pop 5.7 eps for small days and loving it… now chosing betwen a shadow 5.10 squash tail or 5.9 mini ghost round … What would be your coice ?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

For waves with less push or not as steep then go MG. For steeper, hollow waves with some power I say Shadow

[@marcoriva6429]

Hey Noel thank you for the amazing content here. I hope you’ll get to review the highline which is my favorite board by far. Snappy, fast, nice curves. Somehow nobody talks about it. Really look forward to hearing your opinion. 🤙🏼

[@adamstonestreet3097]

Please review the highline ! I’m seriously interested in it

[@hewonyew]

Can you explain the differences between a high performance short board and a daily driver? I get the groveler is for small gutless groveling, but what is the next one up? tks

[@jblo76]

An HPSB is for good, clean (often steep) wave conditions like 4-8’+. A daily driver is your go-to board that could work in small-ish, mid, and large-ish conditions on an average swell that may have some bump on the surface or flatter sections. It’s just not designed (I.e. less rocker) to be super dynamic on clean firing waves like a HPSB. Hope that helps.

[@hewonyew]

@@jblo76 Thank you !

[@PaddyAU]

Noel, love the review. Quick question- could you surf the mini ghost a couple of litres and or inches bigger than your normal short board length, as a mini step up 4-7ft- just to get in the waves sooner. I’m normally surf around 32L, looking at 34L for when the waves are a bit bigger

[@cameronhunter1016]

I think the thickness will end up being too much through the rails and wont be able to sink them with bigger waves and higher speeds. I would probably look at the Phantom round to get the length without too much thickness, or potentially shadow/ shadow round?

[@bh2861]

Another kook here in patty

[@bh2861]

Mini step up, lmfao

[@gwoodsy6872]

If you want to do that you should probably just get a ghost?

[@ez_26]

Noel, this video was incredible as usual! I'm a beginner-intermediate surfer, and currently have an 8' wavestorm (foamie longboard). I'm from SoCal (Oceanside/San Clemente area), I'm 15 1/2 years old, I weigh 130lbs, and I'm 5'10" (I should be continuing to grow), and I can struggle to keep the board under control when getting thrown around in the more powerful surf due to the 8' foamies very high volume. But I like my dads Puddle Jumper from lost surfboards on occasion (5' 11", 41.75 liters; so I still can't duck dive or anything like that). I think my main problem is paddling out, and getting through the breaking waves. Do you have any tips for me, and what might the next board be that I should look ford? Would you recommend going for a used or new board? Also, winter is basically here, and I only have a 2/2mm summer suit from Xcel. Do you have any recommendations on wetsuits? Thanks to anyone who might reply, and have a great day everyone! 🏄🤙

[@pokerisbananas5734]

Yo Ezra. I've been surfing 10 years and started around your age. Happy to help answer some of your questions. 1) If your problem is paddling out, there's two ways to get around that. First you should work on improving your timing to avoid getting hit by sets and when you decide to jump on your board and start your paddle out, REALLY GO FOR IT paddling hard. Other thing you should do in addition to working on your timing is getting a board that is low enough volume for you to duck dive under sets. IF you can ride your dad's puddle jumper with good control, you could aim for something with less volume that you could duck dive for your next board. 2) Used boards are great while you're learning since you're goal is to progress to smaller boards quickly and boards are expensive. Buy one, master it until you feel like you could use more maneuverability, and then sell it to afford the next one. 3) Get yourself a 4/3mm wetsuit for the winter. You'll get in the water more knowing you wont be freezing your butt off. Every surf brand has an outlet store somewhere with last season's models for a BIG DISCOUNT. Rip Curl wetsuits fits my build best which sounds like you are long and skinny too so I would recommend them for your suit. Best of luck buddy ~Michael

[@filipevicente774]

Hey. I am looking a new board for close my quiver but I am undecided which board is better for put in the middle of my Mashup and Inferno72. I want a PU board and I am undecided between the MG, Wildcat and Storms Twin Turbo? Can you help me in my choose? Many thanks!!!

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Twin Turbo is next level fun and great performance too. The MG Squash is really fun too.

[@barney01able]

What do you recommend for smaller waves , mini ghost or dominator 2 ?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

MG Squash

[@MsLeche86]

Noel would you suggest the mini ghost, pyzalien 2, sub driver 2.0, or fever for 3-6ft San Diego surf? Which would be best for softer reefs and which for steeper beach breaks? Thank you!

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Mini Ghost Squash tail

[@MsLeche86]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 what if I could choose two of those boards to compliment a 5’4 twin? One for fatter waves one for steeper waves both 3-6ft+?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

@@MsLeche86 The Mini Ghost Squash tail will shred fatter waves and steeper waves. If you just want two new boards then I suggest the Mini Ghost and Dominator 2

[@finfriel9405]

great video i was wondering if you’d suggest a phantom or a mini ghost for an intermediate surfing everyday conditions

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Both boards are epic… the Phantom might carry a little more speed and a tad easier to surf.

[@finfriel9405]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 and if i’m trying to improve my surfing to the next level and start surfing more hollow waves and mixing in some airs and bigger turns how would u compare the phantom between the firewire dominator 2

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

@@finfriel9405 Dominator offers tighter turns and more maneuverable so it will perform better in smaller waves. The Dominator 2 draws similar lines to a HPSB compared to the Phantom. Phantom carves better, it’s a better paddler too. I recommend the D2 for what you are looking for

[@finfriel9405]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 alright thank you so much

[@jeremywilson2906]

Noel. Killer review, as per usual. QQ: how would you compare the Mini Ghost with the Phantom XL? (I live in San Diego, am 6’0” 205lbs, and am looking for a user friendly HP shortboard for 3-6’+ surf. Thanks!!

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

MG Squash is excellent in the pocket and the Phantom likes to carve. The MG Squash seems to carry a little more speed and quickness from turn to turn.

[@taradead]

What types of payment does your website accept?...specifically: PayPal?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

If you are looking to buy fins or traction we take credit card through Shopify. It’s safe and easy to use. We can do Pay Pal too just shoot us a email to set that up. [e-mail]

[@paullaechelin2879]

Great surfing on this board, looks so fun and inspiring!! And thank you so much for all the great content. I‘m thinking to either buy a Phantom or MG Round Tail (both around 30 liters). I’m surfing the Astro Pop and I love this board in smaller waves. Now I’m looking for a board when the waves are a bit bigger or punchier. My level is intermediate to advanced. I’m riding the Monsta Box 2020 for those occasions but I feel it really needs a punchy wave and it’s not so easy to surf. Would you rather suggest the Phantom or the MG Round Tail in this case? Thank you so much and happy weekend!

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The Phantom Carrie’s a little more speed down the line and carves a little better. The MG has a little more tail rocker so it surfs the pocket a little better vertically.

[@paullaechelin2879]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 thank you a lot for your help, highly appreciated 🙏

[@Bocasplayer]

so would you go, rocket wide squash or mini ghost squash? and nb3 or mini ghost round? feel lots of similair boards in the industry lately

[@jeremywilson2906]

I’ve got the RW squash. Such a rad board. But I feel like it doesn’t hold too well when waves get faster and steeper and are pushing head high. I’m thinking the MG would be a better HP board, but maybe not as good in crappy/average waves when the RW is MAGIC.

[@paoloceriotti5090]

Hi Noel, I've recently bought a neck beard 2 but I'm considering selling it, it doesn't suit me.. I'm more a front footer surfer and i have the felling that the NB2 is not forgiving when pushing front foot too much. Am I wrong? Which small wave performance board would you suggest? This mini ghost looks good but looking for alternatives. Thanks!

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Before you sell the NB2 have you tried different fin sets. Maybe a Large Raked template? The Mini Ghost is great… my experience for a more front footed small wave performance board is the Sub Driver 2..0, NB3, or MG Round Tail

[@paoloceriotti5090]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 Thanks for the feedback. My NB2 is a custom 5'6" x 19" 3/8 x 2" 3/8 (i'm more or less your high/weight) with accelerator M in thruster and rear reactor in quad. I will try again with Large more raked set-up. Why do you suggest the MG Round and not Squash? Keep on the good work

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

the Round Tail offers more hold. You being a front footed surfer the round tail will sit in the water better. The Squash tail is wider so it will have more lift… similar to the NB2 and you might struggle to hold the tail on your carves and bottom turns.

[@paoloceriotti5090]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 Thanks for the useful info. I've found some FCS Carver Large, which are raked.. I will try them on my NB2 and will post here the feelings and if the board sits better in the water

[@mrbr1dges]

Just curious how you’re calculating 37-38L @ 5’10 190lbs. For a Beginner/Intermediate surfer maybe? I’m at 30-31L pretty comfortably. That’s a big difference. Wondering if I should be litering up

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

If your sleds feel good at the current volume then no need to change. My thoughts on Liter ranges for 190 lbs. Pro/Expert = 30-32L Advanced = 32-34L Intermediate = 36-38L

[@mrbr1dges]

Awesome. Always trying to keep the length down without sacrificing too much of float

[@BS-dg8cd]

Noel - as always you figured out how to shred the heck out of this board. My question is in the naming being misleading to me. Why mini "ghost" and not mini "phantom"? This board, other than width, doesn't seem to have many characteristics of the ghost or ghost XL. Low rocker and full rails to me take it out of the category of a board I would want for hollow punchy waves. Obviously you could rip on a piece of plywood. How do you compare this board to the BV2 in performance. Seemingly designed for similar waves but the MG coming in significantly shorter in length/volume. Thanks as always and happy holidays brother!

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The MG has a bit more tail rocker compared to the Phantom so it will offer more traction and performance in the pocket. The MG Squash also has a wider tail block to carry more speed down the line in smaller waves, it also has the hip to pivot off of. Don’t forget the Mg is shorter so you put it in the lip quicker compared to the Phantom in smaller waves. As you can see the MG Squash and Phantom are way different. The BV2 has a wider outline and wider nose with less overall rocker compared to the MG Squash Tail. So it will paddle better, carry more speed, and Grovel better with a Twin + Trailer set up. The MG Squash will surf top to bottom better and offer more versatility in the pocket.

[@BS-dg8cd]

@@surfnshowreviews7777THanks Noel, that really helps. Too bad there are any MGs here in Santa Cruz to feel out. Keep up the good work, we appreciate getting all our dumb questions answered intelligently.

[@carlostlong]

Hi Noel, have you checked the Wildcat, is it symilar to MG round but with the twin+chanels set up? Thanks Legend!

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

It looks good to me. I tried to get one for review but all I got from the folks at Pyzel is crickets 🦗. Sorry I tried to get that board

[@carlostlong]

​Thanks for the answer on such an old post. I thought that would have been a board thay at least you where curios about with your record on Pyzels and twins. Keep riping 🤙​@@surfnshowreviews7777

[@user-uu1ql5bf4v]

hi Noel, compliments for your video,to be coupled to a p2, better a mg or phanton for sloppy and weak waves? or gremlin? thanks

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Gremlin

[@estanisllacerrodriguez3244]

Good afternoon Noel I am in doubt of mini ghost or dominator 2, what differences there are between both tables.a greeting

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Both boards are epic and you cannot go wrong with either. The Dom 2 might be a little easier to get vertical in the pocket as it’s wide point is back from center so it pivot quickly. The MG Squash offers a little more speed with its wider tail block so it will shred smaller waves a little better

[@nickwang135]

Hi Noel, Between MG Squash Tail and MG Round Tail, which of these boards would you choose for 2-7 feet beach break?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

In 4-7’ surf I like the Round Tail better. In 1-3’ surf I like the Squash better. If you are a more neutral to front foot surfer then go Round Tail.

[@nickwang135]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 Thank you Noel!!

[@nickwang135]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 Hi Noel, another question, what kind of structure is your EPS MG? PU foam with Epoxy resin or EPS foam with Epoxy resin?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

@@nickwang135 EPS with Epoxy resin

[@jimzenji7143]

Is that the NVS Nautilus twin + trailer set? If so how do thery compare to the fcs MRs? They have almost identical dimensions

[@SuperBigben8]

Mini Ghost round vs JS bullseye ?

[@daniisrael____6326]

What u like better in squash - Rad ripper or Mini ghost ???

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Mini Ghost by a mile

[@stanshieh]

If mini ghost is for smaller waves why makes the rail chunkier ？ It’s supposed to be medium low rail I think

[@badjazz6515]

comparison between the Gremlin and Astro pop 11:04

[@markmckeighan8572]

Phantom or Mini Ghost with a squash tail. Which is a better daily driver?

[@jaysanchez760]

ANSWER THE MAN!

[@jblo76]

I’m pretty sure he’d say the MG squash is a better daily driver…just based on all the other comments.

[@THE1AND0NLY78]

Which would you choose between Mini Ghost Squash or Inferno 72?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

I like my boards shorter so Mini Ghost Squash in 1-4’ surf. It would mental in Dark Arts construction too. For 4-6’ surf I say I72 in PU/Poly

[@THE1AND0NLY78]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 thank you! I gotta start saving up for anything in Dark Arts hahaha.

[@hellyeah8680]

Mini ghost vs rnf96, what’s your pick for smallish beach breaks that can also handle a little punch? Thanks mate

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

I like the Mini Ghost better in those conditions

[@jayclubben1584]

how would you compare this board to the shadow?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The Shadow seems to have more rocker throughout. It needs more of a wave to go good. The MG paddles better and has more glide

[@SaadiHowell]

When are you releasing the rnf 96 vid?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

It’s up next. It will drop in 2 weeks

[@paulomorete6187]

Hi Noel, whats the best board to surf at the poll ??

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

For me… I like a shorter board with daily driver type rocker and a Twin + Trailer set up. The Mini Ghost Squash is really fun at the Pool. I also love the Fishbeard and Rusty Twin Fin using my HP Twins. Insanely fun at the pool.

[@JeradAcosta9]

Mini ghost, Astro pop, gremlin or Pyzalien 2? Which one is going to make me feel like I am shredding when I’m just lower intermediate- racing down waves hitting snaps and working towards getting vertical but still at about 2-o’clock

[@JeradAcosta9]

For typical Southern California

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

@@JeradAcosta9 Mini Ghost Squash tail

[@JeradAcosta9]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 thanks a ton so much anxiety about such a big investment. Considering dark arts and XTR what do you think?

[@JeradAcosta9]

Just saw your XTR video and I’m even more stuck now: Mini ghost dark arts or (which) XTR for lower intermediate interested in racing down the line and going vertical

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

@@JeradAcosta9 XTR10 is more durable compared to Dark Arts. Talk to the folks at XTR to help you dial in a custom. Tell them I sent you

[@MarcRademacher]

I am looking for a board to complete my 2 board quiver below a Driver 2.0. MG or uber driver for 0-4ft ? Any other suggestions?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

For a board in 0-4’ surf with a performance outline I like the Dominator 2, MG Squash Tail, Rocket Wide Squash Tail, and the NB2. For a Groveler with Hybrid outline I like the 96, Astro POP, Gremlin, Ultra Joe, and BV2.

[@MarcRademacher]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 thanks buddy! Same volume for the MG as for the driver 2.0?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

@@MarcRademacher Yes

[@soulsurfer3102]

Ok.i just finished look this review.what the difference between mg to umdrxl? Please

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

What does “umdrxl” mean

[@soulsurfer3102]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 umber driver xl lost surfboard

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

@@soulsurfer3102 The MG Squash Carrie’s more speed down the line and from turn to turn with its wider tail block. The MG is better top to bottom in the pocket do you it’s shorter length and tail rocker

[@soulsurfer3102]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 is it hard to Barry the raiils in the water because they are thick?

[@stephenwouw8624]

Appreciate the review! Having the whole range of Pyzel (Phantom Shadow, Ghost), I reckon this board not to be ideal for me, the boxy rails is something I don't need on my homebreak. Instead looking to go the epoxy route for my small wave quiver, riding the Phantom at the same dims. The Phantom is the closest related to the Ghost which is the board of choice in the right season 6 - 10ft and jumping on a 6'2 over 10ft. The Shadow is there for the steep juicy 4 to 6ft steep pockety waves, where you just want to throw it around more. It has more trouble going through flat sections, even in powerful waves. Hence the Phantom is perfect for that. In between the Phantom and Shadow could sit another board, something more tailored to smaller conditions, and then my eyes would be on a Mayhem, possibly "the Driver 2.0" or the "Pocket Rocket 2.0 roundpin proformance". I'm just trying to figure out a board when the Phantom (EPS) won't work, in tiny conditions. Considering the Astro Pop indeed for those days, but perhaps its good to mixed it all up with something totally different like the Album Twinsman that could very versatile covering much more wave size and types if I feel like playing a bit more. For me the mini Ghost is more of the same I really don't need. My Pyzel’s: Phantom sits at 5'9 x 18.88 x 2.30 The Shadow sits at 5'10 x 18.75 x 2 5/16 The Ghost sits at 5'11 x 18.75 x 2.40 Another Ghost at 6’2 x 18.75 x 2 1/2 With this quiver I surf anywhere from Canggu to Padang Padang and Uluwatu. I could use a 6’6 next step for bigger Uluwatu but I rather surf Padang Padang when it’s a 6’6 day at Ulu’s, at Padang2 a 6’2 is more than enough. I'm 5'9 and a tad heavier than Noel surfing half a liter more ranging from 26L to a low 27L for the daily boards and 28L to 30L for both smaller and bigger waves. Good to have Noel doing this, it does make my life much easier!

[@octaviomesquita4592]

Hey Stephen, It seems that we ride and like similar style boards. Regarding the mayhems, I tried the driver 2.0 and it was ok even though the glass job is really weak. I sold it and bought a ghost swallow tail which is a lot more forgiving than the ghost and the driver as it performs even when the waves are not as big and goes well on flat sections. If you surf punchy conditions even when it is small with the eventual little barrel, I would say you are going to love the mini ghost round tail. I tried most fcs2 fins, but for me the magic is with the al merrick fins. I have been riding the lost rocket redux when it is gutless and it makes surfing very fun. But the Pyzel’s glassing is much better than Lost’s. I hope it helps. Cheers.

[@bh2861]

You are the biggest kook Stephen, Christ mate, calm down.

[@iamthedaneman]

You don’t need that many boards in a quiver lol there is so much crossover in all of those mentioned boards. 2 board should cover you for 99% of conditions

[@sergeykonovalov4674]

@@iamthedaneman only if 90% of those 99% are shit waves lol

[@johnbentley4531]

Looks like a dominator 2 when are you posting the RNF review please noel .

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The RNF 96 is up next… roughly 2 weeks

[@johnbentley4531]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 I've got a rnf redux amazing little board. Love your reviews and show

[@MrRobinski]

I though it would go good as shrunk down squash, they must have been listening. ha

[@cxlosdc333]

How does this compare to the rocketwide?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Both pretty similar… the MG Squash offers a little more hold in bigger surf compared to the RW Squash but your not sacrificing speed. I say MG Squash out of the two models.

[@cxlosdc333]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 is it more user friendly than the rocket wide?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

@@cxlosdc333 Roughly the same

[@gilkalbfeld1384]

Would you say it would be ok in flat waves and slow waves also, would it work in like Florida I mean.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Gremlin or Astro POP is better in weaker waves

[@gilkalbfeld1384]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 dose the gremlin or Astro pop have more High perform characteristics? I surf in Santa Cruz right now but might be moving to Jupiter Florida, so I want to make sure that if I buy a board it can still work in FL.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

@@gilkalbfeld1384 Not really… the Gremlin and AP are Grovelers. They can shred but nothing like a HPSB

[@gilkalbfeld1384]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 gotcha thanks

[@gilkalbfeld1384]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 what board do you think would be best for me, if I want a HPSB that could still work and in so good waves. I want like a 5'2 or 5'3 with around 24L I think. I'm 5'3 about 100lb 14 years old. You're such an inspiration to me, want to be able to try boards and make a living off of it.

[@behrensbros11]

MG squash or phantom for east coast waves?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

I say MG

[@behrensbros11]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 where does the 25.8 ltr MG sit in your ltr range? Seems like I could drop half a ltr or so. Ordering from XTR.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

@@behrensbros11 In XTR you can drop 1L no problem

[@mlllllllllll120]

Hey! M or L fins ?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

My fins are the best of both L an M. Check them out here… surfnshow.com/products/surf-n-show-neutral-thruster-set Nothing else out there like them

[@carloslukather6658]

but How about the Phantom. was built as a step down for the ghost. so im condused now

[@ccozzarelli]

The phantom is BASED on the Ghost with some changes in the bottom concaves... the Mini Ghost IS A GHOST but pumped up to get more volume.... so similar but not the same...

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

@@ccozzarelli The MG Squash Tail surfs small waves better due to it being shorter. The wider tail block on the MG Squash carries more speed down the line and the hip offers quicker pivot top to bottom compared to the Phantom. The MG Round Tail offers more hold and traction due to tail shape and the tail being narrower than the Phantom. The MG also has a bit more tail rocker compared to the Phantom. I noticed both MG sleds surfing top to bottom better than the Phantom.

[@elmachote8]

What are those 2+1?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

They are my new Pivot Twins + Trailer. You can grab a set here. www.shopsurfnshow.com/collections/all/products/twin-fins-p-twin-1

[@woutoosting9741]

I have never seen performance keel fish reviews here, despite all shapers having them and the big market for em, did i miss something?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Never ridden one really

[@riles1088]

So ended up getting a 5'10 squash 31.7L as I wanted it more as a small wave performance board, and got it in Epoxy (I'm 192cm, 84kgs). Ran it as a Thruster first with large mayhem fins and weirdly the board felt TERRIBLE, it pivoted well, but just had absolutely no drive which I couldn't believe given its shape and in EPS. I then went back out with my trusty large AM fins and although slightly more drive, it honestly still felt dreadful (surf was about 3ft). I could hardly get any drive to even lay a turn. So I made my way home and threw in a quad set up and FINALLY the board came alive. Might eventually try a twin + stabiliser. But for me it just has to be surfed as a quad. I've been riding a driver 2.0 for 3 years, so not sure if it's just a transition to a shorter fatter board, but I felt like I needed 6ft plus for it to get speed as a Thruster! Was super fun with the quad though!

[@NCsurfer607]

What quad fins did you end up running ?

[@riles1088]

Matt Biolos large.

[@matthewmcdermott1195]

That forward area either works in your favour or against it, not a balanced board.

[@jayharrison3661]

Mini Ghost or CI Rocket?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Both boards shred 2-6’ surf… the MG seems to have a little more tail rocker so it offers a bit more traction off the bottom. You will be stoked on either.

[@jayharrison3661]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 Thanks for your reply. My board is 6.0 @ 30L should I order a 5.10 30L?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

@@jayharrison3661 Yes… go 5’10”

[@bh2861]

@@jayharrison3661 order what you want mate, what's with all these bullsbit questions

[@barnabyflynn965]

@@bh2861 muppet

[@estanisllacerrodriguez3244]

Hi Noel Mini ghost squash vs Chilli BV2?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Tough one… both boards are epic. For 1-6’ surf and emphasis on 1-3’ surf then go BV2. If your focus is more on 3-6’ surf then go MG

[@estanisllacerrodriguez3244]

😊

[@ElevatorCreator]

Do the highline Do the highline Do the highline Do the highline Do the highline Yewwwwwww

[@marcoriva6429]

Highline best board I’ve ever ridden. Or it just suits my style. Looking forward to Noel reviewing it

[@ElevatorCreator]

@@marcoriva6429 thanks bro. I just ordered a custom down here in Hawaii. I couldnt wait, I usually wait for noels review but watching dane reynolds blast on the 74 made me really want to get it, being the highline is a modern 74. Thanks for chiming-in bro. If you dont mind, what kind of conditions do you ride it. Also dims and your weight.

[@NCsurfer607]

JC this board is loose hope I get used to it

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Try a Raked fin to tighten it up a bit

[@NCsurfer607]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 Only ridden the board once , got your neutral fin in , going to ride it some more before I try an raked fin

[@dacioomr]

Hey Noel trying to do a Bali quiver for, hoping I can go, next year. I already have a ghost 6’1 for when the waves get bigger, I have a 5’10 driver 2.0 squash and I was thinking to do a custom mini ghost what do you suggest a round or squash for the waves at Bali? I am 5’10 and weights 156lb usually my boards have around 29L. Thanks in advance and keep it up with the excellent work 👏🏻👏🏻

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

If the waves are hollow then Round Tail… and roughly the same volume as your Driver 2

[@stephenwouw8624]

Read my comments above, I live in Bali. Pyzel’s has been my go to boards since 2018 As for a mini Ghost you have 2 options. Longer outline. Go 1 or 2 inch shorter and retain the same dimensions as on your daily board. You will have the advantage of having more volume under your chest giving stability and aid in paddling. But retain the longer rail as it generally look better on an open face. Shorter boards is all fine and well but you should get some footage of yourself. And see if you really need to go shorter. Sometimes it’s not the answer. I’ve learned that after watching my own footage and having a coach analysing the footage, surfing a 5’7 dumpster diver copy. I immediately retired that board and went for 5’10 and 5’9 as a minimum for performance boards. I do have smaller boards 5’5 but that’s just a novelty board. Shorter outline. If you have a 5’10 driver you could go down 2 inches of the length. Then you would have a 5’8 x 19 1/4 x 2 1/2 29.8L The question is why would you? I’m terms of pure dimensions you could go even shorter to 5’6 at 27.90L Ask yourself if you need all that volume and foam in Bali? I follow the same philosophy as Noel on rather retaining the same amount of volume and dimensions for the waves I want to surf and how I want to surf it. Going up in volume will help to get you more waves but also makes you rather lazy, and makes your body move slower. Kelly Slater has been surfing roughly the dimensions for the last 10 to 15 years. And he still surfs really sharp for someone almost 50. Granted my quiver is tailored for bali and indo waves, when living in Sydney Australia my boards weren’t really good. Or rather, I could use some more foam. So got a bunch of Mayhems for summer waves in Sydney, and that worked, going with just a liter more. But then having them in Bali they were obsolete. The rather full boxy rails were bogging me, and ultimately ditch a bunch of Mayhems. The sharp rails on the ghost and phantom worked phenomenally. So that’s why I don’t see the need to go back to boards which were designed for California waves rather than Indo waves. I reckon Mayhems to be really good boards and super useful in conditions similar to California or Sydney Australia with tons of beach breaks. So if your serious about surfing bali and really want to bigger and powerful waves, the mini ghost won’t be the board of choice. If you want surf it at home as well, it might make sense to go up in volume to cover for the times if you need to wear wetsuits. Basically it’s a liter extra for a wetsuit and an extra liter if the wave drops to less than 5-6ft and another liter if you surf waves roughly 7 to 8 seconds period.

[@invistacompeu5292]

@@stephenwouw8624 What you think about the shadow for Bali ?

[@stephenwouw8624]

@@invistacompeu5292 it’s a good board, but need a face or rather steep sections, that’s where the shadow excels. When it’s full slopey waves with flat sections you really have to work to make sections. Therefore the Phantom is better. A bit more allround.