Cabianca Surfboards "The Medina" Surfboard Review by Noel Salas Ep.107

[@zenfiretrading3848]

Those boards looked fire for you. I think that's the real pleasure of this show. The reviews are great, but I've been watching you surf for what feels like years now. Its awesome to watch certain boards just light up your surfing, give you confidence and spark, because you cant translate that in a verbal review. That's the real benefit of being apart of this community!

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Well said!!! Matt Biolos said to me one day.... "you surf every surfboard the same" I said don't we all? I might draw the same lines on every board..... but some boards like the Medina are on another level. Other boards that blow my mind this year are the Fishbeard, Driver 2.0, Pyzalien 2, and the Akila Aipa Winged Twin. These boards are on another level with "The Medina."

[@zenfiretrading3848]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 Yeah everyones mind draws their own lines, you cant change that. But what I'm talking about. I see huge differences in terms of confidence because I've gotten so used to watching you surf sooo much. If it was the same board all the time, probably not. But I've seen you surf boards that I could totally tell were not making you confident and then I've seen you on boards where you are totally frothing and letting everyone on the peak know whats up, because I know your surfing a packed place so your still playing the game of king of the hill. So when you get something that is fire under your feet, your letting everyone know where your loc dog spot in the line up is.

[@ianscholz1319]

Happy to see Noel use the momentum of his platform and pivot toward some exciting new directions. Guys, the NVS fins are the real deal. I've been on a fin testing kick during Covid, and I bought all the futures and NVS models after being an FCS guy for a while. The construction is some of the best in the business. Comparing FCS and Future, here's what I have to say. Flick the tip of a future, no flex. Flick the tip of FCS, nice ping and good flex. Analyzing the base... Future is the stiffest base possible in a fin. FCS has a minimized base area, and more flex. Combining tip and base together - Future is double stiff with base and tip, FCS is double flex with base and tip. NVS futures is right in between, stiff base and a more performance flexed tip like FCS. The price point is unmatched. Being an FCS guy for the past decade, I'm noticing the outlines of NVS are in between. Their pivot fin is in between FCS Performers and Reactor. Their AM Comp is more rake, and less surface area. Cool to have some new templates, and have the opportunity to engineer anything you can think of. Excited to see what Noel + NVS come up with.

[@ryanburdon5641]

I love how you are working with NV! You understand fins better than anyone I've ever seen...shout-out to NV for scooping you up such a smart decision, def gonna order some of your fins soon.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Cheers for the kind words and the folks at NVS are kind and easy to work with. I'm stoked they said yes to working with me on my fin designs. I took my concept to Futures first and they said my concept is solid and they had never done anything like it before but they were to busy. Then I heard about NVS from Dan Mann and reached out to them about doing a Collaboration together and they said yes. So pumped....

[@rta1171]

Just got my Medina model custom power roots today, Johnny killed it on the design! I’m a bigger guy at 230, but a very fit former division 1A college linebacker. That being said I have trouble finding shapers that can make a high performance board in the 40-41 liter range. This is one of the best jobs I’ve ever had anyone do for me. Thanks for the heads up in the board in the review , super stoked to have one now. Looking forward to more reviews and videos

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Trent Alexander Thanks for sharing... let us all know how it goes for you please.

[@ehudwachtel1850]

i had this board as it first got out in swallow tail stock dimension 5.8 18 3/4 2 5/16, im 5.8 weight 141 and in our israeli punchy small mushy beach brakes it worked very good. this board is perfect over flat section and holds in overhead surf. realy great board

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Ehud Wachtel Thanks for posting

[@rta1171]

I just contacted Cabianca to order a Medina swallow tail power root in my size , which is a 6’1” x 21.75 X 2.88 at 41.2 L . Johnny hit me back very fast and answered all my questions. can’t wait to try that thing out. You sold me on that board , you were absolutely ripping!

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Trent Alexander Cheers!! Stoked to here the folks at Cabianca got you dialed so quickly. Yewww

[@markrichardson8382]

Totally the best music track to date Noel!!! Freaking love it and it makes your surfing even more epic to watch hahaha. Great job...

[@AndreLuisBonilha]

Hi Noel, that backside maneuver w/ PU looks like Medina doing it, i thought was the strongest and greatest maneuver i saw in this show. And now you put a doubt in my head: Pyzel Phantom or The Medina for a daily driver and which one is more forgiven? Thanks and congratulations for this review.

[@cyberxdeth]

The Medina looks a little more forgiving in the smaller wave range where as id say the phantom looks more comfortable in bigger surf maybe just an opinion could be wrong so just depends on if you have bigger or smaller surf pyzel might work better in more hollow surf too the cabianca with the lower entry and overall rocker is probably a little more suited to a more sloped wave the phantom keeps the ghosts high rocker profile but offsets it with a good amount of single concave which I think is better suited for more powerful surf so there’s an opinion

[@AndreLuisBonilha]

cyberxdeth i think the phantom has a med/low rocker and is for the same wave range and type then medina while the shadow has more rocker and would fix better bigger surf.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The Phantom paddles better and is best in 3-7' surf. This Medina model is good in 1-3' surf for high performance surfing and it can handle 5-6' surf pretty good too.

[@radiokaput]

Great review!! I had in mind this board for some time since I have a Pukas-Cabianca that I bought second hand and I just love it. So the review is very suitable for me! Congratulations for the great job!!

[@AndreLuisBonilha]

Just ordered a custom Medina model here in Brazil. I was btw Phantom, Pyzalien 2 and Medina for a 2-5 weak beach breaks, and with your video i decided with Cabianca. Looks like a board made for Brazilian weak beach breaks while Phantom and Pyzalien for more hawaiian good waves. Sharing for the guys who read, im 6.0 (182cm) and 175 lbs (78,5kg) and made a custom 510 - 19,75 - 2,38 (29,67L) PU Round tail. I choose PU and round because im looking for a more versatile board for windy and 2-5 days. I already have a CW Rocket Redux as a daily driver for 2-4ft that is unbeatable for my spot, and a CW Puddle Jumper as groveller for 1-2ft. But, if i dont have the Rocket, maybe i´d choose the Medina in eps and swallow tail. Noel, thanks one more time for your dedicated and awesome work with this reviews for our surf community.

[@gabrielbrito3568]

E aí Man, tu curtiu a prancha do medina??

[@AndreLuisBonilha]

Fala Gabriel! A prancha ainda não chegou, me deram o prazo de 60 dias. Já passaram 30. Qnd chegar eu dou o retorno aqui. Encontrei uma vendendo numa loja, o shape me pareceu bem construído, tem uma área de bico pra uma prancha de competição mas não se compara as híbridas tipo uma Rocket da Lost. O msm serve pra rabeta, mais larguinha comparável com uma prancha pro mas nada se compara a uma rocket da lost. Mas o que mais me impressionou foi a borda. Bem box, full, cheia, na mão vc tem a impressão de ter mt borda pelo que tem. Agora é esperar chegar a minha pra experimentar e dps eu passo o feedback aqui. Abs

[@gabrielbrito3568]

@@AndreLuisBonilha vc comprou aquela com as logomarcas nela?

[@AndreLuisBonilha]

Nao cara, mandei fazer nas minhas medidas, e essa que vem com as logomarcas ela vem com a laminação de profissional, apenas uma onza no deck... fica mt leve mas não vale a pena, quebra fácil e dura pouco. Pedi a laminação padrão

[@adrianorosalinpaulin3195]

Fala André, blzzz? Eu tmb encomendei uma The Medina e vai chegar daqui um mês. Como a sua ja deve ter chegado, qual a quilha q vc colocou na prancha??? Olhando para a essencial series da fcs 2, eles recomendam para pranchas como essa a reactor ou a perfomer, mas eu vi q td mundo recomenda uma quilha com mais rake para essa prancha para mais estabilidade. Vc teria alguma dica?

[@7chrisrocks]

Loved the review and all the others on the channel. Would be great to see what your thoughts are on the cabianca DFK

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

I will try to get more Cabianca boards for review.... Johnny can shape!!!!

[@adamwaz5615]

Killed it again Noelzy 😁. You are ripping brudda 🤙. I preferred you on the EPS compared to the pu. You had more pop and snap on the EPS. Keep em coming yeeewwwww 🤙

[@gabrielalves831]

yeah but if it is windy PU would be better

[@PabloFernandez-ro9ix]

One of my favourite reviews so far, great job 🤙🤙

[@checocastro3711]

Good surfing and review the board looks really good, that was a great description of the board,that one turn before the floater was sick!

[@adamv.8367]

Best reviews hands down. Covers all the bases in overall surfboard breakdowns and reviews:)

[@danielcurvello3173]

Always great to see you shred!!! Amazing pack adding the tutorials!!

[@8AzaRab8]

heeey noel, incredible how you work the analysis of each board, giving your honest answer, it is a help to many of us, who save for a year to get a custom, and then not wanting to shoot ourselves when getting on one of these surfboards. What would be your choice between the medina, rocket wide, holy grail? and I don't know if a fishbeard would enter ... Greetings and thanks

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

8AzaRab8 I would go Medina or Fishbeard. If you want high performance surfing then go Medina. If you want to rip on a a Twinnie then go FB.

[@jedalloyd]

Can you do a review of Timmy Patterson’s IF15? Would like to see how Italo’s board stacks up to the Medina.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

I tried to get Italo’s boards but the folks at Patterson’s are not interested in sending boards

[@jessevassallo]

The board looked super responsive! Great review 🤙

[@dan1e1473]

I think this is the board that got the best average number of stars in your website so far

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

This board is fast, smooth, radical and excellent drive through turns. So far this board is the most well rounded sled in 1-6' surf that I've to date.... the Speed, Flow, and Drive is unmatched for a Small Wave high Performance board.

[@ricardotorres8779]

liked your surfing much more on the 5'8 round. thought was one of the best i've seen here, powerful lines. before the video, was not too fond about cabiancas. my pure ignorance. the PU round looked sick.

[@vinnyxavier6540]

Great review Noel! Always very informative and direct reviews. Thanks heaps from Ozz! Also, is the SharpEye Storms review coming up? Cheers man.

[@joaoacolonnezi6493]

Hey Noel! Im buying this board finally 😂 Im inspired by what you did on the custom board: 2 inches shorter, 0,75 wider and three units fuller then the original The results was 5'9 x 19 3/4 x 2 7/16 coming at 30 L. You think the rails are gon get too boxy and the board to widey like mine 5'8 x 19 1/4 x 2 1/2 MG? Im trying to make it similar short outline, but more High performance. Felling me? Many thanks again!!

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Sounds good to me. Shoot the folks at Cabianca a email with your dimensions and concerns. They will help you get it dialed

[@carloslukather6658]

you didint say on the video, but is a single concave al over the board rigth ? cabianca says that he does not like doublle concaves i heard

[@josesnowsneves5132]

Nice review,as always. I have tried one and really did not like the board: very stiff and, surprisingly, difficult to get into the waves (even with my measures)

[@pedrozsellics]

Hi Noel, what about the Cabianca DFK ? You should review that one too! I'm not sure which model would be more suitable for those bigger days in beach breaks where the waves are not that clean.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Agreed.... I am not sure either and I will try to get more Cabianca boards for review. Hang tight!!!

[@BernBuhring]

The board seems fatty, but absolutely firing. Next level.

[@teamcamaleon]

Hi Noel , do you recomend using this board with squash tail with twin + stabilizer for 2-4 foot mushy waves??

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

It will go good as a Squash… give it a try with Twin + Trailer

[@javiermatos3863]

Great review for the swallow need more details about the round tail maybe can make other review for this one I still waiting for ....cheers

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Sorry only one review for this model. The round tail needed a little more float for me to ride it well in smaller waves. I would like it best in these custom dims 5'7" x 19 x 2 1/4. Both boards are mental.... just pull the trigger and get one.

[@javiermatos3863]

Thanks take care

[@DAEJINJEONG-v6o]

I'm using Phantom 510, so is it meaningless to add Medina 510 to the quiver? Phantom 510 catches waves well, and it's comfortable, but it's a little big, so it feels like it's bounced off at a wave size above your shoulder. Based on 510, Phantom's buoyancy is 30.5 and Medina's is 27.5.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The lower volume Medina will surf different. It will be more responsive and knife into the water better. I say get the Medina model and see how it goes for you.

[@jonesicario2983]

Best board reviewer in the world as usual. Which do you recommend for 1-3f beach break, Hydra or the Medina?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Jones icario Hydra for 1-2’ mush is faster and it will paddle better due to its low rocker. If you want high performance surfing in 1-6’ surf the Medina is unmatched at the moment for a Thruster. Let me say it this way.... if your looking for high performance small wave weapon the Medina would be my first choice for the WQS Tour.

[@jonesicario2983]

Surf n Show Reviews very interesting. The Medina fits inside the range of a HPSB, you could even say The Medina is a HPSB disguised as a small wave board. I was thinking about a Driver 2.0 or a Phantom to surf in 3-6f waves, but your comments and surfing made me think The Medina might suit this range even better with the round tail. Thank you for the tip.

[@jm-ig2qj]

You've mentioned often that you prefer the shorter boards for the type of waves that you usually are surfing. If you were surfing primarily east coast u.s. beach breaks do you think that would prefer the slightly longer board instead or still stick with the shorter one? Thanks

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

I like my boards shorter and maneuverable everywhere I surf. I think the only places I would like a little longer rail line is HI, and maybe Frisco. Even if I am tube riding I like a shorter board for agility in the barrel.

[@abirshaked9389]

excellent review, allways fun to see u shred !

[@Robwhat]

Ripping on those things! That swallow looks sick

[@bencostantini5771]

Hey Noel. Great review again. I know you mentioned in your last review about food bias and wide point. I am very sensitive on having the wide point or too much width forward. The sub driver, sub driver swallow and sub scorcher 1 and 2 were sick boards for me. How would u describe the Medina for a front foot oriented surfer?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Ben Costantini It will go good... it’s wide punt seems to more neutral too. It will suit a front footed surfer great

[@Surfingwithcuba]

Noel what is the purpose of the big circle on Medinas Boards? Most of his boards have that big circle. Does he use that as a guide? I see your front foot right in the middle of the circle

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Not sure sorry… maybe email the folks at Cabianca surfboards's

[@Surfingwithcuba]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 thank you. Great review as always. 💪

[@pabloortega6984]

Hey! Can you tell me the main differences between THE Medina and Pyzalien2? What´s your recommendation for ride in 1 to 5 ft waves? Many thanks!

[@jayhart1561]

the media for normal waves has a 2002 type rocker alot flat through the front foot,bit of tail rocker . and the tail outline shape is an air tail but more grip than pryzel boards . basically alot faster , .rocker is from just infont of ur front foot the tail . i know the round is what he mostly uses, but couldnt quite see the rocker well enough to see if its a media flat rocker . the outline shape basically is like setting the lose or tight trucks on a skateboard.

[@joseande9627]

Hey Noel. We don't get Cabianca's in NZ so I was wondering what are a couple of your other favourites that would be in contention with this board or in the same category? Looking forward to seeing a video on your personal quiver after all these boards you have being reviewing over the years.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Jose Ande Nothing quit like The Medina model...: closest Board is the NB2. The Medina model is smoother rail to rail and way more flow. Both boards fly in smaller surf and they both offer radical surfing in pocket. Check out what world wide shipping cost from Spain to NZ and consider ordering the Medina

[@basquecountrysurf]

hi Jose, you can order through Surfboard Empire in Australia and they ship to NZ!

[@joseande9627]

@@basquecountrysurf Can you check in with them, I don't think they can ship to NZ - I've never seen a Cabianca here in NZ, i'll be happy to fly the flag if you can get one.

[@basquecountrysurf]

@@joseande9627 hi Jose, yes we can ship to NZ from Europe, but it results expensive (170€). Our partner in Australia is Surfboard Empire and (I think) they ship for free to NZ. So our recommendation is to order Cabianca Surfboards with them for Down Under! Thanks!

[@diogobrandao4467]

the medina vs astro pop for 2-5foot wave beachbreak? drive, speed, flow, manouvabrility?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The Medina

[@joaodanunciacaonunes7539]

Thanks for the review Noel! whats your opinion for a daily driver, the medina or the og flyer? thanks for your help

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The Medina has better flow and Carrie’s more speed down the line

[@kevinvizner6148]

Hey Noel Hope you are doing well. Short question: Does the Swallow Tail also work well in PU?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Absolutely

[@kevinvizner6148]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 thanks for answering. Your recommendations are just on point. I had some magic sessions with my lost driver 2.0 and the Legacy P8's, that you recommended me. Can't wait to try the Cabianca! Which futures fins would you choose to take for the Cabianca? Besides my P8's i have AM2's , but after watching your videos maybe going with a Raked M fin (maybe R6's) could also be a good option. What do you think?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

@@kevinvizner6148 Absolutely

[@alvarov4154]

Hi Noel, how do you compare this model with the Pyzalien 2 for 3-5ft. Regards

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The P2 will offer better hold and traction in 4-6' surf but this Medina model will have way more speed. Both boards are SICK and having both in a quiver would be ideal. I would go with the Medina in 1-4' surf EPS Power Roots tech and P2 PU/Poly for 4-8' surf. This would be a sick two board quiver......

[@danielquadros8653]

Surf n Show Reviews nice!! And for 1 board quiver? Beach break usually 1-6ft would you go with the medina or P2 and eps or pu? Thanks

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Daniel Quadros Tough one... both boards are epic. If the beach break is hollow then I would P2. If the waves vary in power and hollowness then I would go Medina. The lower rocker on the Medina will make it faster and better through flat sections. If it’s hollow all the time then the P2 will be better due to more rocker

[@danielquadros8653]

Surf n Show Reviews thanks Noel! So the medina is the one for me, i just have to decide between eps or pu now omg haha

[@mickoz8897]

Hi Noel, love your reviews! I currently ride a Lost Baby Buggy as my small wave board but looking to upgrade and add some volume. How does this board compare to the BB? The dims are almost the same for the 5'10 models I'm comparing. Cheers Mick.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Mick Oz The Medina is faster, more radical in the pocket, and ultra smooth.

[@paveldubinin7177]

Hi Noel, awesome surfing and review! I’m considering The Medina for a daily driver in SD - Orange county waves. Currently riding Monsta Box 5’8 x 19 x 2 3/8 27.4L in PU with medium Performers in carbon tech. I’m intermediate surfer 5’8.5 and 160lbs. Would The Medina be a superior board and what dims would you go with ? Cheers and keep up the good work!

[@joaoacolonnezi6493]

Hey Noel!! Im still looking for a small wave board 😂. How would you compare The Medina to the BV2??

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Medina is a small wave performance board that surfs like a HPSB with way more speed. The BV2 has a bit of a hybrid outline… so it’s wider in the nose and it paddles better. If your looking for a fast 1-3’ board that really grovels then go BV2. If you like boards with more performance outline and razor sharp turns in smaller waves then go Medina

[@luclamouliatte9582]

Hello Noel congratulation for this fantastic review, and the others!!! I love your website. I would like to know your opinion between an Og Flyer and The Medina for summer beachbreak in France in 1 to 6ft surf??? Wich one is the best and wich one paddle best for you? I actually surf an Og Flyer in 5'8 26.4L in PU and this is my favorite board since two years as a daily driver. But it is getting older, so I don't know if I buy the same or changing with the Medina. Thanks for your answer. Sorry if there is mistakes with my english :)

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

I say Medina Round tail. It’s epic... try something new

[@luclamouliatte9582]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 thank you

[@sunnygoold9449]

Another epic review! Funny - looks like you are surfing more like Medina than Slater when it gets bigger Comment on the fins - the MS-QDP - is that 1 x Quad Rear or 2 x Quad Rear? It wasn't clear to me - also they come up in the thruster set. I am gonna assume you can run them as a rear in a thruster? Also with the Keels are you going to make a small pair of rears so you can run them in a quad or is that not optimal? I think a really small pair of rear quads with keels would be sick - Are these the keels you had the video on the other day? I'm like 200lbs and I like more medium fins that are upright and have flex in the tip. So these sound like (once I get back to Oz) something I have to try ;)

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Not sure I understand your questions on our Quad Rears. Our MS-QDP is one set of Quad Rears that have the Large fin Base with Medium fin depth. You can pair them with ANY set of side fins and they will go mental. Not sure about making a small set of Quad Rears to pair with our Keels.... I might have to try that. The Keels might offer to much hold as they have a lot of surface area but it might work. You just never know until you try..... right?

[@sunnygoold9449]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 Sorry - what I meant to say is I don't think the website is clear about it being a set of quad rears. It has a picture of one fin (not 2) and it doesn't say pair. I just thought it was confusing so I thought I'd let you know. (I then confused you saying they come up as a thruster but I was wrong - sorry). Anyhow I think you should say One pair of quad rears and have 2 fins in the image ;) Thanks Noel ;)

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Sunny Goold Got it thanks and fixing that now

[@grahamshearer1074]

Hi Noel, Great review as always , would you get the Medina EPS swallow the same litres as a Rocket wide spineteck ? I currently ride the Rocket Wide in 5'9 . Cheers G

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Yes..,get the Medina Swallow tail in Power Roots in the same liters as your RW Spinetek

[@kingsofmayhem]

Great review Noel...question on the MSN fin. Would this setup be good for a rocket wide type board (5'5" x 19 3/4 x 2 3/8). The raked fins aren't working for me at all in this board and currently riding the P8 @ 165lbs... Thanks 🤙

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Christian69James Absolutely... The ME-N is more upright and it will loosen the RW up a bit and still have the drive through turns.

[@joseande9627]

Hi Noel, for 1-4ft softer, flatter and average waves, do you take out your Medina, NB2, Pyzalien 2 or another board and what dimensions? Are any shops in New Zealand going to be stocking your fins or is it order online only at this stage?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Jose Ande I take out the Medina... my fins are direct for now. Maybe some shops will carry them in the future but nothing for right now. Sorry

[@joseande9627]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 sweet, was the 5"6 swallow tail Medina in this review your grovel type dims?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Jose Ande Yes

[@djpipe1]

Hey Noel ! Amazing surf ! Would u recomand this board as a Pu swallow tail for 1-3 foot beach breaks ? They don’t have it in the shop stock as an epoxy . Bless

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

DJ Pipe Official Yes

[@judelategan5161]

hey i know this may have nothing to do with this review but what boards do you recommend for a 3ft+ Australian beach break. thanks man love the reviews keep it up

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The Medina, Phantom, Driver 2.0, Pyzalien 2, Uber Driver.

[@itamargolan2982]

noel i love the show.what you prefer the medina or nb2 its very difficult?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

I prefer the Medina... more flow and smoother rail to rail

[@itamargolan2982]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 thanks

[@kevinm5564]

Definitely the most water I have seen Noel displace. He rips on all the boards but threw some big fans on this board

[@mickyb803]

hey do you think this would be good as a quad? the dims on 5'6 looked perfect for you, im same size as you so its got me thinking 😂

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Yes... a Quad would be fun in this board

[@confdenhaag]

SWALLOW TAIL LOOKS NICE....

[@josephwiard6695]

How can I get one?! Ps I got the seaside as recommend!

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Joseph Wiard I put the links on where to buy in the You Tube comment field below. Cheers

[@JoseSilva-yu9jc]

Love your reviews

[@reydeguerra2807]

I would buy a Cabianca surfboard if they were cheaper. $900 bucs without, tax, fins, leash, and tailpad. So, total of about $1,200 bucs...damn. I am sticking to Lost surfboards for half the amount.

[@rey2900]

How would the board compare with a Driver 2.0?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Rey Driver 2.0 is a legit HPSB and it has more rocker for more traction and tighter turns in the pocket. The Medina is a small wave board best in 1-5’ surf but I pushed it in 5’+ and it went great. Think of the Medina model as a Daily Driver / Step down from your HPSB

[@rey2900]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 Thank you for your input, Noel! I was thinking about getting another sampler for my next DD/Groveler, but think I will give this board a try :)

[@lizuperets1307]

how would you compare the BB3 in hyfi with THE MEDINA surfboard for small wave 1-4ft ?

[@noahstone1558]

Hey Noel how would u compare the Kolohes to the preformers I’ve got a set of Kolohe mediums I was just curious

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Noah Stone The KA’s have more Rake so better carving. The Performers will pivot better though... better for Beachies

[@noahstone1558]

Surf n Show Reviews awesome thanks Noel!

[@jonathanrath2627]

Duuuude 0:58 nice one.

[@xirusanderscherer8901]

Hi Noel. I've bought a Medina, swallow tail, it will arrive in 4 weeks (Brasil) . I told Johnny your review helped a lot in my choice. Which Pyzel surfboard you suggest for 5-7ft beachbreaks, to quiver with The Medina? Ghost? Pyzalien? Thanks man!

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Phantom or Pyzalien 2

[@alexandreb3805]

Vert nice show as always. What would advice for an all day quiver from 3 to 6+ fts, with which fins ? I was looking at the BB3. Thanks a lot for the crazy job. Alex

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

The Medina is epic in 3-6' surf and I also like the Driver 2.0, Phantom, and Pyzalien 2.

[@soulsurfer3102]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 what with the nb2?you like him.now medina is the best.im comfused

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

surfer NB2 is epic too... I can’t remember all the boards I love. Tough crowd...

[@alexandreb3805]

Thank you so much for your time. A phantom is available near my place in thruster FCS 2. I’m 6 ft tall and 73 kg. I think I will go for a 5.9. but not sure about the fin in FCS 2. Do you have any advice ? Again your show is amazing. Thanks a lot

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

alexandre BEAUJARD Get the Pyzel fins size Medium

[@ivonpacheco]

hey, u are on fire ! Congrats !

[@sweetpotato6218]

Great review!!

[@catinthehat8412]

how would it go as a 4 fin

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Good!!!

[@MrRobinski]

How would it go in a squash tail?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Troy Robinson Excellent

[@jerrymarquez642]

That brand is hard to find in stores I will check out the website to find out how to get a Medina model once l start making money hopefully soon (damn corona virus )

[@basquecountrysurf]

hi Jerry, we ship worldwide from the Basque Country. Just send us an email.. thanks!

[@basquecountrysurf]

@Big wave Dave shipping costs 130€ for boards until 6'2, but the good news is that customers ordering surfboards from outside the EU will pay a VAT-free export price equivalent to a 21% discount and in countries where we don't sell in any shops, we give an additional 10% discount. Ordering a performance in PU/Polyester board will cost you 586€ incl. the shipping.

[@basquecountrysurf]

@Big wave Dave 130€ but the good news is that we don't have to charge the spanish taxes when exporting out of the European Union, which equals a 21% discount. Check the "shipping" section on our website or send us an email.

[@Toades8513]

Glazer next?

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Still waiting for boards..... FW is sold out.

[@adryanyork3581]

great surfing mate. cheers

[@Mark-ec5oj]

Fuck that was a good review Noel!

[@spinafex5729]

Both boards seem to be throwing buckets of spray

[@danieldbrum3512]

Sweet!

[@tylrr2476]

YOOOOOO Noel I see you with that blow tail on the swallow

[@confdenhaag]

I LIKE THE TAIL ROCKER OF THE CABIANCA'S BOARD.

[@rmarlin]

You left out how great this board is for dropping in on another surfer, Medina's speciality. Medina lost all respect when you pulled that stunt in the comp.

[@surfnshowreviews7777]

Robert Marlin Can’t we just move on already.....

[@rmarlin]

@@surfnshowreviews7777 Sorry, the board looks great, I used to be a huge Medina fan, but that intentional drop in planned beforehand by him and his father left a bad taste in my mouth I just can't get over. This sort of behaviour is the last thing this sport needs to be rubber stamped for young upcoming surfers to emulate.

[@bellend4412]

It was a calculated move to guarantee victory.

[@rmarlin]

@@bellend4412 Surfing has a code, and dropping in and cutting someone off is not a part of that code. It was a dog act, premeditated and planned, he lost my respect and the respect of many others.

[@bellend4412]

@@rmarlin Dropping in during a free surf is a dog act. A Pro dropping in on a Joe during a free surf is the doggest act of all. A pro dropping in on another pro during a contest, not great, but its a competitive format. Dog eat dog (punn intended).